2005 Suzuki Concept X Concept

The interior of the Concept X takes the radical design themes of the exterior to a whole new level. It's pure concept car, with an

The interior of the Concept X takes the radical design themes of the exterior to a whole new level. (Photo: Trevor Hofmann, Canadian Auto Press)

aircraft-like steering wheel, square-shaped instrument panel and a blacked-out center console.

A push of the starter button brings the interior alive. A yellow/orange-backlit digital display reads out speed and the status of the gearbox, while the console displays the controls which allow the driver to select from the five different components which comprise the 'infotainment', navigation, music, news and

An aircraft-like steering wheel and yellow/orange-backlit digital display greet the driver. (Photo: Trevor Hofmann, Canadian Auto Press)

information system. Blue ambient lighting offsets the light-and-dark gray colour scheme.

Suzuki's designers have thought the interior through, providing the Concept X with the ability to keep passengers entertained and productive. With two sets of 12-inch TFT displays, passengers in the second and third row can watch TV through the car's on-board satellite receiver, or a movie through a DVD player. Integrated Bluetooth technology allows those riding in back to surf the internet and check e-mails via PDAs and laptops. The vehicle also allows hands-free telephony via a Bluetooth-enabled cellphone.