Concept Car Of The Day: 1985 Saab EV-1 - AllCarIndex
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The Saab EV-1, also known as the Saab 900 Turbo EV-1, was a futuristic design study developed by Saab in 1985. This fully functional and roadworthy vehicle was a wedge-shaped 2 + 2 sports coupé based on the Saab 900 Turbo 16v.
The body of the Saab EV-1 featured a steel frame with an all-glass roof. Designed by Björn Envall, the car included innovative features such as a solar-powered interior cooling fan with 66 solar cells mounted in the glass roof. This fan would cool the car when parked in sunlight, showcasing the forward-thinking design of the EV-1.
The front and rear bumpers of the EV-1 were designed to absorb impacts and return to their original shape. Made of Aramid fiber reinforced composites, these bumpers offered enhanced safety on the road. The side doors of the EV-1 featured carbon-fiber side impact protection, adding an extra layer of security for passengers.
Powered by a tuned engine producing 285 hp, the Saab EV-1 could reach a top speed of 270 km/h and accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 5.9 seconds. The vehicle also featured a unique speedometer design where only the area around the current speed would illuminate, a feature that would later be incorporated into production models.
While the Saab EV-1 was never intended for mass production, it served as a testament to Saab's commitment to innovation and futuristic design. With its cutting-edge features and impressive performance capabilities, the EV-1 remains a standout in Saab's history of groundbreaking vehicles.
