"What do you think of the 9-X's front fascia?" "Would you buy a vehicle like the 9-X?" These weren't the remarks of worried Saab executives, but questions posed to those viewing Saab's 9-X BioHybrid concept. Computer stations surrounding the car - all using the chouette new Macbook Air - will keep a digital tally, allowing the bosses in Trollhattan to see just how well their show car fared.

As well they should. Although it currently carries the usual show car flare and extravagance, we hear this is a pretty good peek at a forthcoming 9-1 compact. Thus far, the look is rather nice - the front carries the traditional Saab graphic, although the rear form is certainly a break from tradition. The narrow LED taillamps, set within slim bezels in a cyan plastic surround, remind us slightly of the current Subaru Impreza, but moreso of Chevrolet's conceptual Volt.

Perhaps tying to that last cue isn't coincidence; the 9-1 is slated to make use of GM's next-generation Delta platform along with the vaulted Volt. That said, Saab hasn't seen fit to make use of the e-Flex system in this concept, opting instead to fit the 9-X with a 200-horsepower 1.4-liter turbocharged I-4. It is fitted with GM's next-generation hybrid system, but details on that won't be available until later this afternoon (stay with WINDING ROAD for the latest announcements from Geneva).

For those who aren't able to travel to Saab's stand and voice their opinion in person, tell us what you think of the 9-X. What styling cues work or don't work on the car? What features would you enjoy or expect on the production 9-1? Leave your thoughts in the comments section below.