Suzuki has taken the wraps off its Regina Concept car, a vehicle the Japanese car-maker touts as "a vision of a next-generation global compact car".
Unveiled at the 2011 Tokyo Motor Show, the Regina shows off a unique style to go with its intriguing name. The sub-compact city car-sized concept measures 3500mm long and just 1600mm wide, so would slot in below the Suzuki Swift.
Power comes from a turbocharged 800cc petrol engine paired to a CVT transmission and though Suzuki hasn't released power figures, it claims the car is more efficient than the current generation Toyota Prius, using just 3.8L/100km.
Carbon dioxide emissions are on the low side too, at a claimed 70g/km.
The Regina makes use of regenerative braking and engine stop-start systems to reduce emissions and a large part of the car's fuel efficiency is attributable to its light weight - it tips the scales at just 730kg.
According to Suzuki aerodynamics are "10% lower than that of current models thanks to uncompromising efforts to heighten aerodynamic performance," while features such as rear wheels covers also contribute to its frugal nature.
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