Saleen has unveiled the 2018 S1 sports coupe at the
Los Angeles Auto Show. Set to be launched next summer, the S1 features a
stylish carbon fiber body that is bound to draw attention. The front of the car
is dominated by a protruding nose which is flanked by large air intakes and
distinctive LED headlights. The model also features a ventilated hood, a rakish
windscreen, and a double bubble roof.
The unique styling continues at the rear as the S1
has a prominent spoiler and a stylish LED brake light strip. Both components
reside above a center-mounted dual exhaust system and an aggressive diffuser.
Saleen only released a few photos of the interior
but we can see the cabin will have two-tone upholstery and a three-spoke
steering wheel. Other highlights include a digital instrument cluster and an
infotainment system.
Power is provided by a turbocharged 2.5-liter
four-cylinder engine that produces 450 hp and 474 Nm of torque. It is connected
to a six-speed manual transmission which enables the 1,218 kg coupe to
accelerate from 0-60 mph in 3.5 seconds before hitting a top speed of 289 km/h.
The Saleen S1 will be priced from US$ 100,000 and the
company is currently accepting for orders with a US$ 1,000 deposit.
