The Japanese manufacturer recently rolled out a campaign during which it compares its new Kizashi with some other models in the class but also with unconventional objects, as is the case of the motorized sofa. As expected, the Kizashi is the best of all, even better than the sofa whose engine delivers 6 horsepower.
And because we have already started talking about the sofa, it measures 80 inches (2032 mm) wide, 36.5 inches (927 mm) deep and 36 inches (914 mm) high and uses a friction wheel as a transmission. It has only a simple braking system - a single disc hydraulic on the rear axle - and a rack and pinion steering system. Fuel consumption is pretty impressive for a sofa (although sofas usually don't burn gasoline): 45 mpg (5.2 l/100km).
Standard features of the motorized sofa include throw pillows, remote control, a bowl of chips, a cup of soda and a table-side lamp providing warm, ambient lighting.
“We knew our Kizashi would prevail against this formidable competitor,” said Steven Younan, director of marketing and product planning for American Suzuki Automotive Operations. “It was just a matter of proving it on the blacktop.”
And if you're curious, no, the sofa is not for sale, but you could always get a Kizashi instead. Watch the Kizashi vs. motorized sofa video after the jump.
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