Brian said:
I don't believe that it will have a 6 speed auto. I believe GM has said that they will not have their 6 speeds ready until 2007 or 08. Until then I believe that most or all of their cars will have to make due with the 4 speed.
The 6 speed transmission will be reality. Ford and GM have been jointly developing a 6 speed automatic transmission. It will also be compatible in FWD, RWD, and AWD vehicles, making it extremely versatile when it is ready to roll. Also, this car is officially a concept and not a true production prototype. By my estimation, that puts the production car's appearance in showrooms back a ways, probably no sooner than fall 2006 as a model year 2007 vehicle. By then, it is likely the 6 speed automatic will be online and ready to roll. Its been in development for some time now (I think the agreement began in early 2003).
I also like to see them using the DOHC V6 in this vehicle. They can add all the flair they want, but the smooth high feature V6 is what will really give it that premium feel. Smooth, powerful, quiet, nice! :thumbs