The Chrysler Airflow is a concept mid-size crossover SUV developed by Chrysler.
| Chrysler Airflow | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Chrysler |
| Assembly | Windsor, Ontario, Canada |
| Designer | Randy Hjelm |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Mid-size crossover SUV |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Layout | Front-motor, all-wheel drive |
| Platform | STLA Large |
| Powertrain | |
| Electric motor | 2x Permanent Magnet Motors |
Launch and development
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The Chrysler Airflow Vision Concept was announced by the FCA USA at CES 2020 ahead of its official presentation two years later at CES 2022.[1][2] A production-ready concept made its debut at the 2022 New York International Auto Show.[3]
The Airflow is named after the original Chrysler Airflow, the first car whose design took into account the importance of aerodynamics. The goal is to show an evolution of the automobile as did its ancestor.[4]
Specifications
editThe Airflow is equipped with an electric motor and a futuristic design. Shaped like a compact SUV, the lines are fluid but muscular. The wheels are wrapped in their arches, and the grille features an illuminated Chrysler winged logo. Inside, all of the equipment is digital with the exception of the start button and the steering wheel navigation keys.[5] The screen interface is customizable, each passenger having access to vehicle information in real time. The vehicle control system will be one of the first to leverage the STLA Brain software architecture, an AI driven driver assist and experience ecosystem for Stellantis vehicles.[6]
Production
editWhile the Airflow was making its way to a production schedule, in mid 2023, the head of design indicated that an already in progress alternative design would take over for the design that the public had seen for the previous two years. An estimated 2025 model year vehicle is still planned as the redesign was already underway when the announcement was shared.[7]
References
edit- ^ "Voici le Chrysler Airflow Concept". Top Gear. 6 January 2022.
- ^ Lemonde, Anthony (23 December 2021). "Chrysler lancera son concept Airflow au CES le 5 Janvier 2022". Ecolo Auto (in French). Retrieved 4 January 2022.
- ^ Hsu, Ben (April 11, 2022). "Chrysler Airflow EV concept teased with new nose ahead of NY Auto Show". Autoblog. Retrieved April 12, 2022.
- ^ "FCA : le concept Airflow Vision s'annonce - Auto Plus" (in French). Auto Plus. 3 January 2020. Retrieved 24 January 2021.
- ^ "Fiat Chrysler's Airflow Vision concept car touts an all-digital cabin". Engadget. Retrieved 24 January 2021.
- ^ "The Chrysler Airflow – Future Electric Vehicle". Chrysler. 15 July 2022. Retrieved 15 July 2022.
- ^ "Next-Gen Electric Chrysler SUV:No Longer Airflow in Name or Design". Motor Trend. 16 May 2023. Retrieved 26 June 2023.