This is evoked by the solid, chiseled appearance of the VIZIV GT. The FT-1 VGT was followed by the "Subaru VIZIV GT Vision Gran Turismo" from Subaru (released on 19 November 2014, update 1.14), which designer Tomoyuki Kato states was inspired by katsuobushi. This was a virtual overhaul of Toyota's original FT-1 concept with Group GT3-style aerodynamics. The final four months of 2014 saw the release of five Vision Gran Turismo cars, with the "Toyota FT-1 Vision Gran Turismo" from Toyota (released on 16 September 2014, update 1.11) being the first. It contains an 800 kW (1,100 hp) twin-turbo V12 engine, headlights nestled within NACA ducts on the front fenders, active wheel "blades" to aid in brake cooling, and "light blade" taillights later seen on the limited-production Vulcan. Released alongside the Nissan, Aston Martin's Vision Gran Turismo car is called the "Aston Martin DP100 Vision Gran Turismo", with "DP" being an acronym for "Design Prototype". Volkswagen GTI Roadster Vision Gran Turismo Īston Martin DP100 Vision Gran Turismo at the 2015 Festival Automobile International. Mitsubishi's entry was, as its name suggests, a plug-in hybrid with aggressive, rally-oriented widebody styling. Mitsubishi Motors followed with the "Mitsubishi Concept XR-PHEV EVOLUTION Vision Gran Turismo" (released on in update 1.08). Mitsubishi Concept XR-PHEV EVOLUTION Vision Gran Turismo This was a coupe modelled after BMW's touring cars from the 1970s, with plenty of aerodynamic elements and a 3-litre twin-turbo inline-six engine producing 404 kW (542 hp). BMW Vision Gran Turismo īMW released their own project almost six months later, with the "BMW Vision Gran Turismo" (released on in update 1.07). This variant of the AMG Vision GT received a power increase to 441 kW (591 hp) and a sequential transmission, among with some aesthetic upgrades and a weight reduction of 85 kg (187 lb). Based on the original model albeit with racing modifications, the car was named the "Mercedes-Benz AMG Vision Gran Turismo Racing Series", and was released on 28 January 2014 as the second official Vision Gran Turismo concept car. Īnother virtual Mercedes-Benz model was the first Vision Gran Turismo release for 2014. The car is characterised as having an aluminum space frame and a twin-turbocharged 5.5-litre M157 AMG V8 engine with an output of 430 kW (580 hp). Eight rectangular exhaust tips are located above and below the single long taillight. It took the form of a long-hooded coupe (inspired by the 300 SL) with no rear window and an active rear spoiler. The first Vision Gran Turismo car was released on 20 November 2013 by Mercedes-Benz, simply named the "Mercedes-Benz AMG Vision Gran Turismo". ![]() Mercedes-Benz AMG Vision Gran Turismo at the 2013 Los Angeles Auto Show. Each Vision GT concept car added to the game after its initial release was accompanied with limited-time seasonal events, allowing players to obtain the car by completing a full lap around a specific track. The Vision Gran Turismo project first featured in Gran Turismo 6. In 2013, to commemorate the 15th anniversary of the series, Polyphony Digital announced "Vision Gran Turismo", a special project featuring concept cars designed for the game by automobile companies such as Nissan, Peugeot and Mercedes-Benz, as well as coachbuilders such as Zagato, and sportswear brands Air Jordan and Nike. The name "Vision Gran Turismo" was originally used for a Gran Turismo HD trailer in 2006. Real-life full-size models have been shown at motor shows in Japan, Canada, Germany, England, the US and Switzerland. The cars have been met with critical acclaim for their novel approach to aesthetics and performance. Their appearance as free update content has been staggered since the launch of GT6 in 2013, with each one being available for download upon release. ![]() For the most part, they apply present-day technology and materials, with a handful of notable exceptions that utilize novel propulsion and aerodynamic technologies. These cars appeared originally in the video game Gran Turismo 6, and later made an appearance in each subsequent Gran Turismo installment ( Gran Turismo Sport and Gran Turismo 7), all developed by Polyphony Digital. ![]() The Vision Gran Turismo program (commonly abbreviated Vision GT or VGT) is a series of concept cars for the Gran Turismo video game series, developed by a cross-section of the world's top automobile manufacturers. Series of concept cars developed by a cross-section of the world's top car manufacturers
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