Looks like a pretty cool alternative to the Mini Cooper. We'll have to wait and see what this thing will cost when it hits the streets.

Amazing drivetrain and power setup in such a small car:

Amid the usual array of pedestrian Grand Vitaras and Aerios, Suzuki introduced the unspeakably tasty Concept-S, a petite three-door that was inspired by rally cars, motorcycles, and, likely, some mind-altering substance.

Previewing the look of compact Suzukis to come (somewhere, if not here), the sinister-looking concept hatchback packs a normally aspirated DOHC 16-valve 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine producing some 200 horsepower at a screaming 8500 rpm. That oomph arrives at the pavement via a six-speed sequential manual gearbox and a permanent all-wheel-drive system.

The radical, four-place interior delights with loads of gorgeous naked aluminum, a vast array of electro-gadgetry, and a steering wheel with PlayStation–style buttons for such functions as shifting gears, engaging the handbrake, and operating the turn indicators. Bottom line: Behold the most thrilling Suzuki on four wheels.

The write up does sound pretty cool. Hopefully we will see one at the auto show this year.

Hmmm not shabby, kind of a cross between a mini cooper and vw bug. And DAMN a 200 hp 4 cylinder. Where are they coming up with these things. HP is getting crazy now and days. 6 cylinders are putting out what 8 cylinders did 5 years ago, and 4 cylinders putting out the same as 6 cylinders did 5 years ago. This shit is just damn insane, but cool none the less. You get HP with drivability and good gas millage ill take that.

Jeremy