The British Ariel Motor Automobile Concert, which is known for its developments of light track models of ATOM brand machines, announced the creation of a new SUV, which was called Nomad. The novelty can be shown at the Autosport International Show automobile exhibition, which is planned in early 2015 in the English city of Birmingham.
According to representatives of Ariel Motor, the new Nomad car can take a market niche between the track sports car and a full -fledged SUV. The new model will be equipped with a body, which provides a complex security frame. In addition, the novelty will differ in significant road clearance and special tires. It can be added that the new Nomad SUV will also have a drive drive to the rear axle, like the ATOM model.
Representatives of Ariel Motor have not yet reported detailed characteristics of their new car. According to experts, test machines were equipped with alloyable discs of 15 inches. What wheels in terms of dimension will have the serial sample of the SUV, there is no information yet.
It can be added that the Ariel Atom model in the standard version is equipped with an atmospheric two -liter engine with a power of 248 liters.With. In addition, there are options with more productive power units with a capacity of 350 and even 370 liters.With. The new Ariel NOMAD SUV is most likely to be equipped with a 2.4 -liter engine and a fairly large power exceeding 200 liters.With. The power unit is planned to be installed in a special compartment located at the rear of the car. The engine will function in conjunction with a manual gearbox.
According to available information, the SUV can get a whole list of additional equipment. According to representatives of Ariel, this car can be considered the first model of the car concern, in which body panels will be provided, but not a full -fledged body.
It is important to note that Nomad weight will reach 700 kg, that as many as 150 kg more than that of a small Ariel Atom sports car. At the same time, the new SUV is planned to be certified so that it is possible to move along public roads.
The NOMAD model in the British market is planned to sell at a price of about 30 thousand. pounds or in terms of 38 thousand. Euro. But for that kind of money, many will prefer to buy Audi Q3, which lovers fell in love with. When buying, car enthusiasts will have the opportunity to choose the most likely the color of the safety frame, engine cover, hood and wheel discs. The ability to order a new Ariel Nomad model will be in early 2015.