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2021 Seikatsu JX600Q HF
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Sacrifice. Compromise. In an imperfect world, we come to the realization that not all of our desires will be fulfilled. Not all dreams come true. What we gain exists only because of everything we have lost.
We at Seikatsu think otherwise. No sacrifices or compromises are made in the 2021 Seikatsu JX mid-size luxury crossover; you have the immense carrying capacity, ruggedness, safety, and keen visibility of an SUV, the refinement and technology of a luxury sedan, and the virile nature of a grand tourer. It's an all-around performer, a jack of all trades, a master of all. And we aren't holding back.
With the release of the JX and the debut of improved state-of-the-art safety technologies, Seikatsu remains one of the leading innovators in the automotive industry.
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The JX comes with many new Seikatsu safety and innovative technologies not just with ultimate convenience and comfort in mind, but also as part of our larger step towards a more intuitive, connected, and autonomous driving experience.
Kinetic Aberration Prevention System (KAPS) is just one of these many technologies. As the name implies, it is able to detect incoming obstacles from all directions, calculate their trajectory in real-time, and automatically apply the throttle, brake, and steering inputs necessary to avoid these obstacles. The path to be taken to avoid said obstacles is "painted" onto the road with Seikatsu's proprietary Multifunction Augmented Reality Suite (MARS) to provide the driver and passengers with a visual of the trajectory.
Of course, many other features including the "HORUS" VR 360 Camera, lane guidance and collision warnings, a digital gauge cluster, and more are also available. As for more conventional creature comforts, the JX comes with soft-close doors, power sunroofs, extendable running boards, and a hands-free liftgate.
"SEIKATSU ARS" IN ACTION
"KAPS" IN ACTION
Split headlights provide maximum visibility and complement the sharp, striking exterior.
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The JX takes a spin on the classic Seikatsu formula, blending Japanese elegance with a robust, muscular profile.
Subtle lines and accents throughout the bodywork accentuate the powerful and athletic stance, highlighting the inherent nature of performance, luxury, and style that comes within every JX. The LED-laser light assemblies and body sculpting shoots out from the sides of the traditional "waterfall" Seikatsu grille, creating an effect similar to the "angel wing" headlights on the Hyperion luxury sedan. Flared fender arches contribute to the widened stance, denoting its power and ruggedness.
Go anywhere. Exterior hue option shown is "KYOTO CRYSTAL LUMINESCENCE."
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The Seikatsu is a tamed beast, ready to be unleashed at a moment's notice while retaining composure and refinement.
An all-around performer at heart, the Seikatsu JX comes standard with QuadraDrive all-wheel drive to provide maximum traction in all environments. It consists of three electronically-actuated differentials; one at the front, one in the middle, and one in the rear. With Intelligent Torque Vectoring, the JX utilizes machine-learning algorithms to carefully calculate and partition the right amount of power to each wheel. Whether you're traversing rough, inconsistent terrain or accelerating out of a corner, you'll feel and experience the power of QuadraDrive firsthand, right at your fingertips and under your feet.
QuadraDrive is just as intelligent as it is capable. It is capable of sending up to 70% of power to the front wheels or 100% to the rear wheels, depending on the situation. By communicating with the vehicle's stability control suite, it is capable of smoothly and seamlessly adjusting power distribution on the fly to combat understeer or oversteer. In regular driving conditions, power is directed only to the rear wheels.
MAGIC CARPET RIDE ensures a comfortable, stable ride that leaves you in control.
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Not even the slighest jerk or bump is transmitted into the cabin, thanks to MAGIC CARPET RIDE, Seikatsu's revolutionary active air suspension. By actively scanning the terrain ahead, the JX is able to counteract any forces transmitted through the road and ensure a stable ride quality. Body roll is not only negated, but can also be controlled; with the push of a button, the JX can transform from a luxurious multipurpose cruiser into a serious performance machine.
In addition, ride height can also be manipulated at a moment's notice, and can change its height by as much as three inches in either direction on either wheel.
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The JX is available with a variety of engine choices to suit every driver's needs, from a 280hp 2.5L turbocharged inline-4 to a 560hp 4.0L twin-turbocharged V8.
The most extreme sport trim, the 600Q HF, is capable of reaching highway speeds in an astonishing 3.5 seconds and achieving a maximum velocity of 176mph. Not only does it give other proper sports cars a run for their money, it can also hold these numbers in adverse driving conditions as well. And don't be fooled by its larger nature, because the JX can out-corner all other examples in its segment; pulling 1.03g on the skidpad, it really is a wolf in sheep's clothing.
AVAILABLE TRIMS
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300Q HS |
400Q HT |
450Q HT |
500Q HL |
600Q HF |
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| SEATS |
5/8 |
5/8 |
5/8 |
5/8 |
4/5 |
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| INFO |
Dual Console |
* + Digital Gauge Suite |
* |
* + MARS |
* |
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| ASSIST |
Lane Guidance + F/R Collision Warning |
* + HORUS + Autopark |
* |
* + KAPS |
* |
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| ENG |
2.5L I4-T |
3.0L I6-T |
4.0L V8-T |
4.0L V8-T |
4.0L V8-T |
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| TRN |
8AT |
* |
* |
* |
*/7DCT |
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| DRV |
QuadraDrive AWD |
* |
* |
* |
* |
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| PWR (hp) |
280 |
360 |
440 |
500 |
560 |
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| VMAX (mph) |
155 |
155 |
155 |
155 |
176 |
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| 0-62mph (s) |
7.0 |
5.8 |
4.9 |
4.7 |
3.5 |
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| ECO (mpg) |
33.1 |
32.4 |
23.8 |
22.5 |
17.1 |
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| MSRP (USD) |
51 200 |
58 300 |
65 500 |
74 700 |
77 600 |
* = identical to previous entry
ENGINEERING
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| Chassis/Construction |
Semi Space Frame/Aluminum |
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| Body Panels |
Aluminum |
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| Suspension (F)/Construction |
Double Wishbone/Multi-Material |
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| Suspension (R)/Construction |
5-Link Independent/Multi-Material |
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| Brakes (F/R) |
Vented Disc/Vented Disc / Carbon-Ceramic Disc/Carbon-Ceramic Disc (600Q HF only) |
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| Steering |
Electromechanical Progressive and Adaptive |
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| Airbags |
Driver, Passenger, Rear Occupants, Curtains, Roof |
GALLERY
Oh, and the presentation is fine and photos really nice. Last thing, I don’t get the point of the 450 and 500 trims alongside each other, in any model - they differ very little.