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2003 Dodge Magnum SRT-8 Sports Tourer Concept

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Khatir Soltani
If the Mercedes-Benz designed independent rear suspension doesn't keep the rear end of the Magnum glued to the pavement, these 20x10-inch alloy wheels on P295/40R20 tires should do the trick.

Its short and long-arm front suspension balanced by an independent 5-bar multilink rear suspension should keep the power in check, while rack and pinion steering connects to beefy front P275/40R20 and even beefier rear P295/40R20 tires wrapped around deep-dish 20x9" and 20x10" split 5-spoke wheels respectively.

While its rear-wheel drive layout clearly hints at Chrysler Group's much-anticipated next-generation of rear-wheel drive "LX" vehicles, the new Magnum will also be available in all-wheel drive for those in colder climes. Either way it will not only go, but tow with little effort.

Competition gauges, aluminum pedals... all the sports car cues are here. The Magnum's dark slate gray leather and rich ochre accents make for an inviting cabin.

To match its performance image Dodge will equip the new crossover with competition gauges similar to those found in its Viper supercar, plus racing-style milled aluminum pedals and a dark slate gray interior with ochre accents. Not to leave hedonists out of the equation Dodge will offer a long list of luxury features to the mix, including heated leather seats, a leather-wrapped power tilt and telescoping steering wheel with flush-mounted trip computer and audio controls, the latter of which connect through to an integrated 6-disc CD changer. Other features include automatic temperature control, a navigation system and last but hardly least, a removable cooler - party on Dodge.

Khatir Soltani
Khatir Soltani
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