What brand is the Orochi car?
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Orochi is the Mitsuoka Orochi, a car from Japan's Mitsuoka Motors. Due to the many records about snakes in Japanese mythology, Mitsuoka Motors boldly adopted the snake theme as the basis for modifying the Mitsuoka Orochi. Power of the Mitsuoka Orochi: The Mitsuoka Orochi uses Toyota's 3MZ-FE 3.3-liter V6 engine (used in the Lexus RX330), with an MR (mid-engine, rear-wheel drive) layout and a 5-speed automatic transmission. It achieves 0 to 400 meters in 15.1 seconds; 0 to 1 kilometer in 28 seconds. Maximum power is 172 kW (233 horsepower), maximum torque is 328 Nm, top speed is 240 km/h, 0-100 km/h acceleration time is 7.2 seconds, and drag coefficient is 0.32. Appearance of the Mitsuoka Orochi: The Mitsuoka Orochi has a very low body, with a highly avant-garde and exaggerated design. The circular taillights and vertical rear windshield, along with the uniquely styled rear spoiler, complement the four exhaust pipes below.
The first time I saw the Orochi at the auto show, its design completely blew me away—it was hands down the most eye-catching exhibit car on the floor. Later, I learned it’s the flagship model of Japan’s Mitsuoka Motors, a brand known for its eccentric designs. The name 'Orochi' (meaning 'giant serpent') fits perfectly—the entire front end is sculpted like a snake’s head, with the grille mimicking a serpent’s mouth and the headlights resembling snake eyes. Driving this on the streets would be unforgettable. Since its debut in 2006, it’s been produced in limited numbers, making sightings in China nearly impossible. A vintage car collector friend once mentioned spotting a pink one in Osaka—even the wheels were designed with scale-like patterns. The engine growls like a hissing snake, and owners clearly prioritize head-turning theatrics over practicality.
