Suzuki has collaborated with California-based tuning company Road Race Motorsports on a concept called the SX4t, a version of its new SX4 Crossover that Suzuki says answers enthusiast pleas for more power for its all-wheel-drive hatch.
The SX4's 2.0 DOHC four-cylinder, which makes 143 horsepower and 136 lb-ft of torque in stock trim, was fitted with Road Race's custom turbo kit. Consisting primarily of a 16G GT3 Turbo and a Tial 38 mm wastegate that generates seven pounds of boost, the SX4's engine was pushed to 221 horsepower and 208 lb-ft of torque. The upgrades should push 0-60 times into the low seven second range with the five-speed manual rowing the gears.
Road Race also installed their GRIP springs, as well as 17-inch wheels and tires in an effort to improve the SX4's handling prowess. Brakes were given preferential treatment as well, with upgraded pads. Exterior changes include the addition of Road Race's CarbonTrix carbon fiber hood, custom paintwork and the removal of the roof rack and cladding.
The interior of the Suzuki SX4t features new fabric inserts on the upgraded and bolstered front seats, while drilled pedals and a Road Race shift knob finish off the interior mods. A Rockford Fosgate audio system was installed to lend a little more street-cred to the one-off Japanese crossover.
The Road Race turbo kit will set prospective SX4 owners back $5400 when it is rolled out in June, and expect another grand or so to get it fitted properly at a Suzuki dealer. Still unclear is if the installation will affect the vehicle's factory warranty.
Source: Suzuki