Muscat, Oman– With its  very delectable bodywork, equally luscious interior  and aggressive good looks, the CSV CR8 is a V8 racing Supercar for the road, was launched in Oman recently by the OTE Group, the exclusive dealer for Chevrolet range of vehicles.

The CSV CR8 brings race tech to the roads in a package that blends power, luxury and technology in one seamless package. The CSV CR8 is a car that can be used during the week as a regular road car but can transform into a pure bred racer on weekends to enable Middle East customers to take to the track and experience the pure thrill of a rear wheel drive sports car offering great value for money.

It epitomises the CSV CR8 brand’s core values of outstanding sporting performance combined with exceptional value for money, but the latest CSV CR8 elevates that equation to a stratospheric new level and has a stunning street-wise road presence, more performance technologies and more driver oriented sporting appointments.

While there is no doubt that it makes an extraordinary value for money offering, such are the incredible credentials carried by the high performance CSV CR8 sporting sedan that it can hold rub shoulders with the world’s best sporting sedans and surprise many with its amalgam of luxury, power, handling and ride.

The CSV CR8’s ‘Sports Performance’ styling package makes a big, bold and very assertive statement. The finely chiseled twin-nostril grille tops a front facia that features a dynamic lower intake complete with V8 Supercar-like pseudo brake cooling ducts and a set of driving and fog lamps. These two-stage driving lights significantly increase visibility, aiding in safety by providing illumination up to 450 meters.

The side profile is dominated by signature fender vents and the striking 19-inch alloy wheel design which deliberately exposes the awesome CSV CR8 brake package, as well as emphasising the vehicle’s rear drivetrain.

The rear statement is no less bold with a lower diffuser section that carries a set of ultra-cool quad exhaust outlets and, arguably ‘the jewel in the crown’, LED rear lamps.

Mounted below the rising side feature-line, the hi-tech twin intercepting LED circles look stunning, as well as giving a low, wide look to the rear of the car. Further raising the overall level of visual sophistication is the CSV CR8’s use of high quality, moulded mesh material at the front and rear.

The CSV CR8 interior has an integrated appearance that creates a strongly upmarket sporting character. Colour combinations and quality trim materials have been carefully selected to reinforce the message and there’s a unique CSV CR8 sporting seat design enveloped in leather. Sporting highlights include a unique CSV CR8 instrument cluster, as well as a smoothly integrated three gauge, dash top auxiliary gauge cluster, incorporating ventilation vents and a chunky design steering wheel rim.

While styling makes a breathtaking first impression, it’s also backed up with extensive engineering program and injection of technology that’s just as outstanding.

The CSV CR8 uses 81 percent high strength steel in its construction to aid in enhanced safety, not to forget contributing immensely to superb ride and handling dynamics. Shell stiffness is immensely enhanced, thanks to the whole side body, from the A to behind the C pillar, pressed from one lump of metal - one large single molding. To further improve side impact protection, an ultra-high strength steel reinforcing core is hot-stamped into each B-pillar.

The fuel tank sits forward of the rear suspension, helping with weight distribution by putting more mass within the tracked-out wheelbase as well as better rear-end crash protection. Battery is also situated in the boot.

CSV CR8’s unique 6.2 litre V8 now produces an exhilarating 312 hp @ 6000 rpm and 542 Nm @ 4600 rpm. This not only makes CSV CR8 one of the fastest sedans in the world, but also makes it a member of the ultra-elite ‘four second’ club. This figure is reached by coupling the powerful engine with a manual gearbox – featuring an upgraded MIO Tremec T56 six-speed manual with an improved gear shift mechanism for smoother and faster shifting – now takes a scintillating 4.96 seconds for the 0-100km/h sprint. And this is a proper sedan laying its stake in proper high-value Supercar territory and if that’s not fast, then what is!

The CSV CR8’s Engine Control Module is capable of performing calculations of the main functions such as fuelling and air flow every 6.25 milliseconds. Just think about a second = that’s 165 calculations in just one second. The ECM has improved engine responsiveness, driving pleasure, while maintaining fuel efficiency levels.

In addition the ECM features a special mode allows the engine to continue to operate, even after a loss of engine coolant. It completes this by enriching the fuel mixture, shutting down four cylinders and alternating between them after a few cycles.

Effectively the rich fuel and air mixture cools the cylinders and allows the vehicle to continue its journey at speeds up to 80 km to get you home safely (during normal operating conditions).

With such enormous power and torque being generated, it is equally important to have the right kind of retardation to bring this beauty down from speed. And the CSV CR8 delivers the goods right on the dot! Developed in conjunction with AP Racing, it consists of enormous (365mm front and 350mm rear) grooved and ventilated rotors complete with extremely rigid four piston front callipers that reduce flexing and improve pedal feel and performance. There’s also the latest CSV CR8-tuned Bosch ABS system and more linear friction levels from the new brake pad material.

To its electronic driving aid arsenal, the CSV CR8 incorporates the cutting edge technology of Electronic Stability Control (ESC). It has been developed, calibrated and tested to exacting requirements to deliver improved overall safety levels without detracting from the driving experience.

The CSV CR8’s ‘Racing Suspension’ is tuned for driving enjoyment. It incorporates more linear springs (less progression) to enhance the initial steering inputs and delivers an agile, responsive feel, as well as front rebound springs (inserted in the shock absorber) which effectively reduce front roll to give a sharper turn-in feel. The longer wheelbase of the new chassis brings a bonus in a smoother, more compliant and refined ride quality.

The CSV CR8 is not just about power, performance and luxury. Safety is paramount and the CSV CR8 employs a number of aids in the safety department. Electronic Stability program (ESP), Traction Control System (TCS), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) with Brake Assist and Electronic Brakeforce Distribution all contribute in not only getting the CSV CR8 safely down from speed but do so in a most comprehensive and progressive manner. Stopping distance from 100-0km/h is 36 meters – far better than more expensive European rivals.

Steering response is extremely accurate as befits a car of this genre and this is thanks to the steering rack being moved forward, large diameter front struts and the use of an unique 20mm stabilizer bar. Progressive rate front and rear springs help in keeping the handling and ride characteristics supple and surefooted. This offers sporty driving characteristics whilst maintaining comfort.

Air bags are standard for driver and front passenger as are side air bags. To avoid whiplash, Active head restraints are employed.

OTE Group is the exclusive dealer for Chevrolet in Oman offering excellent sales & after-sales service support on par with global standards with a nationwide service network. For more details on CSV CR8 –please call 24566267.