Saleen S1

Saleen S1
Overview
Manufacturer Saleen Automotive
Also called Saleen 1
Production 2018-present
Assembly Corona, California
Designer Steve Saleen
Body and chassis
Class sports car (S)
Body style 2-door coupé
Layout RMR layout
Powertrain
Engine 2.5 L turbocharged I4 engine
Transmission 6-speed manual
Paddle shift automatic (to be offered)
Dimensions
Wheelbase 97.5 in (2,476.5 mm)
Length 171.5 in (4,356.1 mm)
Width 76.3 in (1,938.0 mm)
Height 46.9 in (1,191.3 mm)
Curb weight 2,685 lb (1,218 kg)

The Saleen S1, also called the Saleen 1, is an American two-seater sports car built by Saleen Automotive. It was unveiled at the 2017 LA Auto Show, and is the first car developed entirely by Saleen since the Saleen S7 ended production in 2007.[1] Production of the S1 is planned to be 1,500 units yearly, with a starting price of $100,000.[2]

Specifications

Powertrain

The S1 is powered by a 2.5 litre turbocharged inline-four engine developed in-house by Saleen,[2][3] producing a maximum of 450 hp (336 kW) and 350 lb⋅ft (475 N⋅m) of torque.[3] The engine is mid-rear mounted and drives the rear wheels.

Transmission

The S1 is equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission as standard, however a paddle shift automatic transmission is expected to be offered as an optional upgrade for the production S1.[2]

Suspension

The S1 uses double wishbone suspension on the front and rear axles of the vehicle, allowing for easier tuning of suspension kinematics and properties such as camber angle or toe.[3]

Wheels

The S1 is equipped with alloy wheels with diameters of 20 inches at the front and rear. The Continental tires have codes of 255/30 ZR 20 for the front and 335/25 ZR 20 for the rear.[1] The brake calipers and rotors measure 15 inches in diameter at the front and the rear.[3]

Interior features

The interior of the S1 is finished mostly in leather, suede, and Alcantara. Other amenities include Sirius radio, Apple CarPlay, and a six-speaker sound system.[1]

Performance

The manufacturer claims a top speed of 180 mph (290 km/h) for the Saleen S1. The car has claimed acceleration times of 3.5 seconds for 0-60 mph and 11.3 seconds for the quarter mile.[4] These acceleration times are achieved through a power-to-weight ratio of 0.17 hp/lb (0.28 kW/kg). The S1 is also capable of 1.2g of lateral acceleration in a turn.[3]

References

  1. 1 2 3 "S1 Launch Successful, Additional Technical Specifications Announced". Saleen. 2017-12-07. Retrieved 2018-07-23.
  2. 1 2 3 Vaughn, Mark (2017-12-05). "Saleen S1 supercar hopes to fill a niche". Saleen. Retrieved 2018-07-23.
  3. 1 2 3 4 5 Silvestro, Brian (2017-12-07). "The Saleen S1 Is a Small Supercar With 450 Horsepower". Saleen. Retrieved 2018-07-23.
  4. ↑ Florea, Ciprean (2017-12-13). "2019 Saleen S1: The company's first original design since the S7 supercar". Top Speed. Retrieved 2018-08-04.
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