| Jeep Hurricane | |
| Manufacturer: | Jeep |
| Production: | 2005 |
| Designer: | Aaron Pizzuti (lead exterior designer) |
| Class: | Concept car |
| Engine: | Twin 5.7 L Hemi V8 engines |
| Transmission: | 5-speed automatic |
| Wheelbase: | 108.1inches |
| Length: | 151.8inches |
| Width: | 80inches |
| Height: | 68.2inches |
| Weight: | 38500NaN0 (estimated) |
The Jeep Hurricane is a bespoke custom concept vehicle that was unveiled at the 2005 North American International Auto Show in Detroit by American automaker Jeep. Its principal exterior designer was Aaron Pizzuti.[1] The concept went on to win IDEA Silver Award,[2] a Popular Science "Best of what's new" award,[3] and an Autoweek Editor's Choice award in the "Most Fun" category.[4]
The Hurricane is powered by twin 5.7 L HEMI V8 engines which each produce 3350NaN0 and 3700NaN0 of torque, for a total of 6700NaN0 and 7400NaN0 of torque.[5] Power is sent to all 4 wheels through a 5-speed automatic transmission. The Hurricane is equipped with automatic cylinder deactivation for both engines, which deactivates cylinders in sets of 4, allowing the Hurricane to run on 16, 12, 8 or 4 of its total cylinders.[6] It is capable of accelerating from 0-60 mph (0–97 km/h) in 4.9 seconds. The Hurricane features a Chrysler designed and patented four-wheel steering system, which was outsourced to MillenWorks, and features two selectable modes.[7] The first mode turns all 4 wheels in the same direction, allowing the Hurricane to move sideways.[8] The second mode allows it to turn the front and back sets of wheels in opposite directions at equal angles, achieving a turning radius of zero feet (ZTR) and allowing the Hurricane to drive in a circle while staying in one spot.[9] The Hurricane's one-piece body is composed largely of light-weight structural carbon fiber.[10] Its skid plate is an aluminum spine that connects the chassis to the underside of the vehicle. The Hurricane doesn't have side doors or a roof, and there is only seating for two people. The driver and passenger enter the vehicle over bulkheads on each side.
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