With the presence of 25 professional auto journalists at the Automotive Hall of Fame. The Saab 9-X BioHybrid won the award known as Specialty Concept Car of the Year. The winners were selected from 40 concept cars and 12 production preview vehicles that made their North American debut during the 2008 auto show season.
Exploring design themes from Saab’s award-winning Aero X and earlier 9X concepts, the 9-X BioHybrid also demonstrates the potential for ultra-efficient power from a 200 hp (147 kW), 1.4-liter BioPower turbo engine backed by GM’s next-generation hybrid system. Projected combined cycle CO2 emissions of just 105 g/km on E85 fuel are testimony to the promise of this package.
The car conquered the hearts of jury members by its looks, with its electronic power-sliding floor, ambient light design, instrument panel and more.
