Commentary
GEMINI underwent a full model change from an FR to FF vehicle. Export to the U.S. began in 1984, and it was sold through GM’s Chevrolet and Isuzu’s own dealership network. The following year, it debuted as FF GEMINI in Japan.
The body types available were either sedan or hatchback. Brilliant body colors such as Seychelles blue and TV commercial series: “Shortstop on the Street" attracted wide attention.
Both the interior and exterior were modified in 1987, and additional models were launched, such as a sports model whose suspension was tuned by Germany’s Irmscher and “GEMINI ZZ handling by LOTUS” model tuned by Lotus Cars, U.K.
Specification
| Engine model | 4XC1 |
|---|---|
| Type | Water-cooled inline 4-cylinder |
| Displacement | 1,471 cc |
| Maximum output | 73 PS (54 kW) |
| Fuel | Gasoline |
| Full length | 3,995 mm |
|---|---|
| Full width | 1,615 mm |
| Overall height | 1,370 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,400 mm |
| Complete vehicle curb weight | 870 kg |
| Riding capacity | 5 people |
Award
All Japan CM Festival (26th Excellent TV Advertisement Award)
1985 Nihon Keizai Shimbun Excellent Product of the Year Award
TVK TV Station’s Special Grand Award for New Car Information of the Year
1985 Good Design Award
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