# Ultra Sporty Concept Car 450 HP Mazda Furai By Bianca | Published 2008-01-04 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mazda-furai1 References: [autoracingdaily](http://www.autoracingdaily.com/article/450_hp_mazda_furai_concept_car_to_be_unveiled_at_detroit_auto_show/) The [450 HP Mazda Furai](http://www.autoracingdaily.com/article/450_hp_mazda_furai_concept_car_to_be_unveiled_at_detroit_auto_show)concept car is one slick ride. One look at the body's design, and it's pretty clear this sportsvcar was built for speed. The stunner is yet another [exciting automotive design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-concept-speedtop) to be revealed at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit later this month. The leaked photos show that the Furai concept is a relative of the Nagare concept, yet looks as thought it will beat it in terms of performance. "The Furai is based on the Courage C65 platform that underpinned Mazda's entrant into ALMS racing two years ago," Auto Racing Daily wrote. "Power for the Furai is sourced from an three-rotor engine — that runs on E100 Ethanol — and develops 450 horsepower." This is one hot car, and by the looks of the body's design, this Furai concept knows it. Is it just me, or does the car look like it's giving a deviously cocky smile? ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Concept Cars:** The 450 HP Mazda Furai concept car showcases the latest trends in automotive design and performance. - **Ethanol-powered Engines:** The Furai's three-rotor engine running on E100 Ethanol presents an opportunity for the development of more environmentally-friendly and sustainable powertrains. - **Auto Show Innovations:** The Furai's unveiling at the North American International Auto Show highlights the trend of introducing cutting-edge concepts and advancements in the automotive industry. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive:** The automotive industry can leverage the Furai's design and performance features to create innovative and high-performance vehicles. - **Ethanol Production:** The Furai's use of E100 Ethanol as fuel presents opportunities for the ethanol production industry to collaborate with automotive manufacturers and develop sustainable energy solutions. - **Auto Shows:** The North American International Auto Show provides a platform for industry players to showcase disruptive designs, technologies, and concepts that push the boundaries of traditional automotive offerings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Curvaceous Electric Concept Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/curvaceous-electric-concept-cars.md) - [Electrified Supercar Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nissan-hyper-force.md) - [Athletically Sleek SUV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-mazda-cx70.md) - [Rugged High-Tech SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cx50.md) - [Dynamic Precision Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-concept-skytop.md) - [All-Electric Racecar Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ariya-singleseater.md) - [Sporty EV Concept Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexus-rz-sport-concept.md) - [High-Performance Hybrid Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-bugatti-tourbillon.md) - [Sculpted Electric Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexus-electrified-sport.md)