Nissan IDx to Ditch Retro Styling
If you love the Nissan IDx concepts’ radical retro styling, prepare to be disappointed.
The Japanese automaker has decided to go a different direction with the sports car, adding more aggressive bodylines to give it a more muscular look. As a result, the production Nissan IDx will likely not look as retro as the concept, which was inspired by the Datsun 1600, Skyline and Laurel from the 1960s and 1970s.
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According to a recent report, the Nissan IDx will have more in common with the Sports Sedan Concept that was revealed earlier this year at the Detroit Auto Show and it will share its platform with the next-generation Z. As for powerplants, Nissan is leaning towards using a naturally-aspirated 2.0-liter engine with around 180 hp, meaning it’ll be more in line with the Subaru BRZ and Scion FR-S. Expect the production IDx to arrive dealerships in 2017, unfortunately, not looking like the concept.
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[Source: Motor Trend]
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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180 hp? Did Nissan read the biggest complaint about the FRS and BRZ? I guess they arent trying to sell in America.
I was super excited to be on the waiting list for a car that was designed with character...not the standard BS from today's market...thanks for enticing and almost immediately disappointing me Nissan.