Caterham has exposed a lot more details on its new ready-built entry-level seven 165, which will be called the seven 160 in the UK.
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Caterham is aiming for a starting cost of less than £17,000, with power coming from a turbocharged 660cc Suzuki three-cylinder engine. It’ll be modified by Caterham innovation as well as advancement to create 80bhp as well as 107Nm of torque.
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There are no performance specs just yet however with its low kerbweight the 165 must be able to accelerate from 0-62mph in around 6.5 seconds as well as on to a top speed of around 100mph.
The UK version of the 165 uses the 160 badge as well as will get a few minor modifications. Not that purchasers will likely notice any type of difference – the 160 will still have the exact same 80bhp as well as 107Nm figures as the 165.
Caterham hasn’t exposed the type of fuel economic climate the 165 will be capable of however has stated that it will be EU5 compliant (hence the five at the end of the name).
Caterham vehicles CEO, Graham Macdonald said: “The engineering process included in the development of the Caterham seven 165 is nearing completion and, as we piece together the final elements, the vehicle we believe will influence a new generation of motorists to ended up being Caterham lovers is taking shape in interesting fashion.”
The seven 165 begins production in January 2014 as well as the very first vehicles will be provided in spring.