He views the car as a temperamental, Latin design with a flexible interior. It was the exterior that seduced the judges at Geneva. The Salsa features two doors with a double-opening tailgate. The upper tailgate slides forward over the roof, while the lower part folds back. The car has no hood in front.
Motorists gain access to the engine from below.
The car's silver body is striking, but the most distinctive feature is the lateral stripe running down toward the rear. The Salsa lacks a central B pillar, allowing a feeling of airiness in the compact car - even from the rear seats. Although the car is sporty, it boasts simple lines. The rain-activated windshield wipers are hidden in the front columns to avoid aerodynamic turbulence. The powerful gas headlamps align themselves automatically as the steering wheel turns.