SUV Aerodynamics + 2018 Models
Many domestic models and foreign makes such as Lexus, Porsche, Land Rover and now Lamborghini are making their SUV's more aerodynamic.
It may be as simple as a roof line that tapers downward a few degrees, or a belly pan of sorts, but it's becoming the norm. Latest example - press release. 04-DEC-2017 The new Lamborghini Urus: The world’s first Super Sport Utility Vehicle Lamborghini Media Center : The new Lamborghini Urus: The world’s first Super Sport Utility Vehicle Quote:
Wish they would publish some numbers. If that rear roof wing spoiler works as I think it does, the rear window is going to be kept clean. |
Looks like the new Civic...
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I was headed for Interesting Aerodynamic... but I'll drop this here:
https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikiped...x-Reva_NXG.jpg https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Reva_NXG.jpg Single box, high beltline, mirrors well back from the A-pillar; it doesn't have a visor over the back window though. |
SUV aero... reminds me of snowmobile aero. Upon the introduction of any new bodywork the enthusiast press would call it "more aerodynamic"- of course none of it was ever tested. I would joke that soon the sleds would need to be equipped with anchors because they were so aero they would fly away on their own.
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Attempting to streamline an SUV might be as uneffective as taking a pig to the gym. It might eventually lead to a small improvement but in the end you'll still have a fat pig that won't perform so effectively.
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Crossovers...the worst of both worlds!
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I might have to aero-template a few of these SUV's to prove to the crowd that they match the template better than most cars. I think in general the SUV's great failing has been the non-sloping roof. That has changed in the last four years or so. The roof racks, protruding tires and other details are also killers, but that too has been under development and getting more sophisticated all the time. The undercarriage is notorious, and that is changed in the Lambo Urus, they have a cost no problem attitude with that one. |
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Many SUVs are reported with lower Cds than most supercars.
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