Infiniti FX Vettel concept
Infiniti has released the first image of an FX-based concept that will be unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show.
Reputedly developed with design input from Formula One driver Sebastian Vettel, it would be a shock if the special FX didn’t become a limited edition production model. After all, such a marketing tie-in with the current F1 world champion is probably too tempting for any manufacturer to resist.
Visual differences from the standard version include a unique grille design, a prominent rear spoiler and a carbon fibre front wing with accompanying LED running lights. To give a sportier profile the usual roof rails are absent, the sills are black and large charcoal alloy wheels are fitted.
It’s expected that the interior will also get a makeover, with the highlight rumoured to be an F1-inspired steering wheel with plenty of buttons and switches.
Technical specifications have yet to be revealed. However, a likely power source is the 5.0 litre V8 petrol engine found in the range-topping FX50. It ordinarily develops 384 bhp (287 kW / 390 PS) and 500 Nm (368 lb/ft) of peak torque but, in line with its performance image, those figures might be increased for the Vettel concept.
Reputedly developed with design input from Formula One driver Sebastian Vettel, it would be a shock if the special FX didn’t become a limited edition production model. After all, such a marketing tie-in with the current F1 world champion is probably too tempting for any manufacturer to resist.
Visual differences from the standard version include a unique grille design, a prominent rear spoiler and a carbon fibre front wing with accompanying LED running lights. To give a sportier profile the usual roof rails are absent, the sills are black and large charcoal alloy wheels are fitted.
It’s expected that the interior will also get a makeover, with the highlight rumoured to be an F1-inspired steering wheel with plenty of buttons and switches.
Technical specifications have yet to be revealed. However, a likely power source is the 5.0 litre V8 petrol engine found in the range-topping FX50. It ordinarily develops 384 bhp (287 kW / 390 PS) and 500 Nm (368 lb/ft) of peak torque but, in line with its performance image, those figures might be increased for the Vettel concept.
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