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Ford SynUS Concept Introduced at 2005 NAIAS in Detroit

By Dale Wickell, About.com

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SynUS Engine & Suspension

Ford SYN Concept Vehicle

Ford SYN Concept Vehicle at 2005 NAIAS in Detroit

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SYNUS Engine

The SYNUS has a 2.0-liter diesel, borrowed from the Ford Mondeo sedan. The engine will run on a mix of 80 percent traditional diesel and 20 percent bio-mass diesel, a biodegradable fuel made from biological sources.

Suspension

The concept has the Ford Fiesta's MacPherson strut front suspension and semi-independent torsion-beam rear suspension. A wide stance and 18-inch alloy wheels wrapped in P225/50-18 performance tires.

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