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Last Updated: Aug 16th, 2006 - 11:01:00 |
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The
Ariel Atom US models now have target prices, and engine options specified.
A configurator will be available to customers soon.
Surprisingly
if the buyer is out for a budget model, that can be had for nearly $36,000.
While Brammo speculates that higher HP numbers are possible
even at 145HP the driver can expect to hang with a Porsche 911 Turbo
up to about 100MPH due the extreme power to weight ratio of the Atom. Although, keep in mind all of
these prices here are for vehicles configured with little to no options, such as the road
pack. |
Ariel
Atom USA Honda 2.0L K20z3
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This
power plant will likely come out of the US production Honda Civic Si, along
with the drive train. The benefits of this are clear, having service and
parts available from the local Honda dealership is much easier than supporting
an R-Spec motor from Japan not currently used in any production Hondas imported
to the states. |
Ariel
Atom USA Brammo Tuned 2.4L ECOTEC w/ VVT
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Since
GM has been eager to assist in engine supply. Brammo will get a 2.2L, 2.4L
and a 2.0 Supercharged version of the ECOTEC motor with variable valve
timing. Many enthusiasts have scoffed these motors, however it is well
known that these motors are extremely bulletproof, many being turbocharged up
to 350HP with factory internals. Depending on the model, Aisin made
transmissions will also be used. Aisin produces many of the 6 speed and
5 speed manual transmissions for Honda, Toyota, and even the 6 speed in
the Honda S2000. |
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Atom US
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Initial
Engine Options and Estimated Prices
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Est.
MSRP w/ minimal options |
All prices
are not final nor are HP numbers.
GM Engines HP figures will likely increase by at least 5-10% |
| Brammo
Ecotec 2.2 |
$35,000 |
145
HP/ 155 Ft./lbs. |
| Brammo
Ecotec 2.4 |
$38,000 |
171 HP/ 163 Ft./lbs. |
| Brammo
Ecotec 2.0 Supercharged |
$40,000 |
171 HP/ 163 Ft./lbs. |
| Honda
K20 (k20z3 Not advertised however likely) |
$40,250 |
USDM K20z3 200-225HP |
| Honda
K20 Supercharged |
$45,750 |
(K20z3) 290-300HP |
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