Monday, February 6, 2012

Fernando Alonso and Felipe Massa like Grand Cherokee SRT8 a lot

Chrysler Group United States developed a blend of sports car flavor with a SUV (Sport Utility Vehicle). Label which is characterized by typical Ferrari red motif inspired Chrysler to juggle two Grand Cherokee SRT8 unit into its unique look with a sprinkling of bright red body color. But the SUV is not for public consumption but specifically given to the two Ferrari F1 racer.

Fernando Alonso and Felipe Massa like Grand Cherokee SRT8 a lot

Both are Ferrari drivers, Fernando Alonso and Felipe Massa, who get exclusive SUV V8 Hemi engine, 6400 cc engine capable of removing as much horsepower 465 hp with maximum torque of 465 lb-ft. Iron horse with a range of high ground clearence is capable of accelerating from 0 samppai 60 mph in just 4.8 seconds and reach a top speed of 160 mph.

Chrysler insists that only parties to redesign the exterior and the interior only and both units have similarities in appearance. Looks at the use of Rosso Corsa Ferrari colors, black grille, black offset line from front to back of the body, sunroof and side mirrors that applying carbon fiber. So is the stop lamp accented with a red cap with Jeep logo.

While at the bottom of the rear spoiler are Italian flag. Whole body seemed 1.5 inches lower than the original model is available in the market. Then, the SUV also has a special new black alloy wheels measuring 20 inches .

cabin space is also shades of red. Ranging from leather-covered seats, door trim panels, and armrests. "We are pleased and proud to have the opportunity to modify the SUV version of this Ferrari to drive two talent racer of Ferrari, Formula One that is Fernando Alonso and Felipe Massa," said Beth Peretta, from the Chrysler Group U.S.