Suzuki unveils hybrid Hayabusa-powered Vision Gran Turismo

Suzuki has unveiled its latest concept car, a hybrid motorcycle-powered roadster available to race in Gran Turismo 7’s latest update.

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While there’s currently no real-deal version of the sportscar in existence, Suzuki's Vision Gran Turismo (VGT) is powered by a GSX1300R-sourced Hayabusa 1.3-litre inline four, paired to three electric motors: two on the front axle, and one powering the rear for an all wheel drive layout.

With a screaming redline of 9900rpm, the 970kg virtual package is capable of a combined 318kW and 610Nm of torque, which peaks at 3000rpm.

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Visually, the design pulls much of its inspiration from the Swift Sport, aping the hot hatch’s hero Champion Yellow, wheel package, and front end treatment.

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It’s not the first time Suzuki has dreamed up a Hayabusa-powered roadster. The genesis of the VGT can be traced back to 2001’s GSX-R/4 concept, which debuted at that year’s Frankfurt Motor Show and subsequently appeared in Gran Turismo 4.

The ICE-only car was rated at 129kW, tipping the scales at just 640kg with more fantastical bodywork.

Gran Turismo developer Polyphony Digital says a Gr.3 racing version of the VGT will soon appear in the game, though Suzuki has so far remained tight-lipped as to a physical version of the concept.

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The free update for Gran Turismo 7 also brings the pro-touring Roadster Shop Rampage Camaro and Toyota’s GR010 Hybrid racer to the game’s roster.