Ken tested the SUV on a route that replicates the final special stage of the Dakar Rally in Saudi Arabia. The driver was satisfied with both the car's handling and the 1017 Nm of torque available from the very start of movement.
The Odyssey 21 racing off-roader was created by Spark Racing Technology. The design is based on a space frame made of steel alloyed with niobium, which gives the welds increased corrosion resistance. Deformation zones and an integrated safety cage are provided. The suspension uses double wishbones with adjustable dampers and hydraulic bump stops.
The Odyssey 21's powertrain develops 558 horsepower, allowing the 1650-kilogram vehicle to reach 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds. The prototype features cast iron brake discs and six-piston Alcon calipers. Tires for the car will be supplied by Continental, a partner of the Extreme E series.
The organizers of the new racing series confirmed that the debut season of Extreme E will start in January 2021. The competitions are planned to be held in the Arctic, the Himalayas, the Sahara Desert, the Amazon jungle, and on one of the islands of the Indian Ocean. Championship participants will receive their cars in March 2020.
