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Khatir Soltani

No matter how well the two roadsters perform on the sales charts, however, the Solstice and Sky will fulfill their first duty

The impressive Sky is an exciting new product from a brand that's totally reinventing itself. (Photo: General Motors of Canada)
of providing an image enhancing halo over the brands each represents, attracting new buyers into their respective dealer showrooms and improving morale among sales staff.

The Sky, expected to sell for less than $25,000 USD, will be produced at GM's Wilmington, Delaware plant. It's an exciting new product from a brand that's totally reinventing itself, from a dowdy pretender to one of the most dynamic players in the industry. Like Lajdziak said, "For Saturn, the Sky is not the limit. It's only the beginning."

Preliminary Specifications:

  • Price Range (estimated MSRP): $28,000 - $35,000
  • Body Type: 2-door, roadster
  • Layout: front engine, RWD
  • Engine: 170-hp, 162 lb-ft of torque 2.4L, DOHC, 16-valve, I-4
  • Transmission: 5-spd manual (optional 5-spd auto)
  • Seating Capacity: 2
  • Exterior Dimensions (L/W/H/WB): 4,091 / 1,813 / 1,274 / 2,415 mm (161.1 / 71.4 / 49.8 / 95.1 in)
  • Track (front/rear): 1,543 / 1,561 mm (60.7 / 61.4 in)
  • Curb Weight (estimated): 1,300 kg (2,860 lbs)
  • Web Site: www.gmcanada.com

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Khatir Soltani
Khatir Soltani
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