The Geneva Motor Show is one of the best events of the year to find out what the world's automakers have up their sleeves. Here a look at the top 25 cars you shouldn't miss
Bentley EXP 9F
Powered by a twin-turbo W-12 capable of 600 hp and 590 ft-lbs. of torque, Bentley says the EXP 9 would rank among the fastest vehicles of its kind. All that motive force gets to the ground through an 8-speed transmission and all-wheel-drive system turning 23-inch chrome wheels that are as bling-y as anything from Tire Rack. Inside lies the usual assortment of hand-stitched leathers, wood veneers and one-percentery touches like a split tailgate that folds down to reveal a custom dining set
Powered by a twin-turbo W-12 capable of 600 hp and 590 ft-lbs. of torque, Bentley says the EXP 9 would rank among the fastest vehicles of its kind. All that motive force gets to the ground through an 8-speed transmission and all-wheel-drive system turning 23-inch chrome wheels that are as bling-y as anything from Tire Rack. Inside lies the usual assortment of hand-stitched leathers, wood veneers and one-percentery touches like a split tailgate that folds down to reveal a custom dining set
Audi A3
Keeping in line with current styling trends, the new A3 sports minimized headlights, larger front vents and a more aggressively styled front end. The car looks to have more pronounced character lines across the door, giving the restyled A3 a sense of speed and motion, even while standing still.
Keeping in line with current styling trends, the new A3 sports minimized headlights, larger front vents and a more aggressively styled front end. The car looks to have more pronounced character lines across the door, giving the restyled A3 a sense of speed and motion, even while standing still.
Tata Meagpixel
Combining a lithium ion phosphate battery and an on-board petrol engine generator for recharging on the move, the Tata Megapixel offers a range of up to 900 km (with a single tank of fuel), path-breaking CO2 emission of just 22 gm / km and fuel economy of 100 km / litre (under battery only power).
Combining a lithium ion phosphate battery and an on-board petrol engine generator for recharging on the move, the Tata Megapixel offers a range of up to 900 km (with a single tank of fuel), path-breaking CO2 emission of just 22 gm / km and fuel economy of 100 km / litre (under battery only power).
BMW M6
It may look like a mildly muscular 6 Series, but BMW’s new M6 promises to take all that’s good about the new M5 and serves it up in a decadent coupe experience. It’s not short of power; its 560 horsepower 4.4-litre turbo motor is all-new and already winning plaudits in the M5.
It may look like a mildly muscular 6 Series, but BMW’s new M6 promises to take all that’s good about the new M5 and serves it up in a decadent coupe experience. It’s not short of power; its 560 horsepower 4.4-litre turbo motor is all-new and already winning plaudits in the M5.
Aston Martin V12 Zagato
With the arrival of its revised V8 Vantage range, Aston Martin also unveiled a new limited-run flagship model powered by a V12 motor. This V12 Zagato, limited to 150, is said to be a celebration of the Aston’s links with the famous Zagato design firm, whose past collaborations produced many visually stunning cars
With the arrival of its revised V8 Vantage range, Aston Martin also unveiled a new limited-run flagship model powered by a V12 motor. This V12 Zagato, limited to 150, is said to be a celebration of the Aston’s links with the famous Zagato design firm, whose past collaborations produced many visually stunning cars
Ferrari F12 Berlinetta
Ferrari's most powerful road vehicle in history can sprint from 0-100km/h in 3.1 seconds thanks to an enormous V12 engine under the hood
Ferrari's most powerful road vehicle in history can sprint from 0-100km/h in 3.1 seconds thanks to an enormous V12 engine under the hood
Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse
Powered by 1200 bhp and W16 engine, Bugatti Grand Sport Vitesse doess a reported 0-100 kmph 2.6 seconds.
Powered by 1200 bhp and W16 engine, Bugatti Grand Sport Vitesse doess a reported 0-100 kmph 2.6 seconds.
Lamborghini Aventador J
Starting with the everyday 700-hp Aventador, Lamborghini taunted the bull even further by removing the roof, adding several aerodynamic panels and generally shucking weight from a car that only had 3,472 lbs. to begin with. Even the seat fabrics have been swapped for something Lamborghini calls "Carbonskin," a fabric made from carbon fibers that's at least a decade away from being used on a teenager's hat. With no windshield, the interior has to get some form of waterproofing; the rear mirror pops up like Wall-E's head from the center of the dash. It and the roll bars behind the driver are the highest points in the car
Starting with the everyday 700-hp Aventador, Lamborghini taunted the bull even further by removing the roof, adding several aerodynamic panels and generally shucking weight from a car that only had 3,472 lbs. to begin with. Even the seat fabrics have been swapped for something Lamborghini calls "Carbonskin," a fabric made from carbon fibers that's at least a decade away from being used on a teenager's hat. With no windshield, the interior has to get some form of waterproofing; the rear mirror pops up like Wall-E's head from the center of the dash. It and the roll bars behind the driver are the highest points in the car
Fiat 500L
The Fiat 500, having somewhat recovered from the initial lackluster reception stateside, now seems unstoppable, and the large-scale version probably isn't going to do much to slow it down. It's roomier, but still instantly recognizable
The Fiat 500, having somewhat recovered from the initial lackluster reception stateside, now seems unstoppable, and the large-scale version probably isn't going to do much to slow it down. It's roomier, but still instantly recognizable
Suzuki G70
The G70 has an 800cc turbo engine and weighs less than Cheryl Cole's dinner. At 730kg it's about half the weight of a family hatchback, and thanks to such fuel saving measures as start-stop, it spits out just 70g/km of CO2 - hence the name
The G70 has an 800cc turbo engine and weighs less than Cheryl Cole's dinner. At 730kg it's about half the weight of a family hatchback, and thanks to such fuel saving measures as start-stop, it spits out just 70g/km of CO2 - hence the name
Koenigsegg Agera R
With a reputation for producing eye-watering quick cars, it was no surprise to see Koenigsegg raise the bar yet again with its new Agera R. Boasting more carbon fibre than an F1 car – chassis, wheels – the car’s claimed performance is enough to make even Sebastian Vittel jealous thanks to over 1,110 horsepower and a top speed the wrong side of 270mph
With a reputation for producing eye-watering quick cars, it was no surprise to see Koenigsegg raise the bar yet again with its new Agera R. Boasting more carbon fibre than an F1 car – chassis, wheels – the car’s claimed performance is enough to make even Sebastian Vittel jealous thanks to over 1,110 horsepower and a top speed the wrong side of 270mph
Toyota FT-Bh Concept
Weighing a scant 1,700 lbs., and sculpted for aerodynamics, the FT-Bh's power comes from a 1-liter, two-cylinder engine -- a smaller mill than what you find in large motorcycles
Weighing a scant 1,700 lbs., and sculpted for aerodynamics, the FT-Bh's power comes from a 1-liter, two-cylinder engine -- a smaller mill than what you find in large motorcycles
VW Cross Coupe
It uses a complex hybrid system combining a new, more powerful TDI diesel engine with two electric motors and a large battery pack to allow running on electric power alone for up to 28 miles
It uses a complex hybrid system combining a new, more powerful TDI diesel engine with two electric motors and a large battery pack to allow running on electric power alone for up to 28 miles
Mansory McLaren MP4-12C
It was only a matter of time before one of Woking’s finest received the Mansory treatment, and the infamous customisor of supercars proudly displayed a modified McLaren MP4-12C at the Geneva show. With plenty of exposed carbon fibre to catch the eye and the promise of around 70 horsepower more than standard, beauty really is in the eye of the beholder
It was only a matter of time before one of Woking’s finest received the Mansory treatment, and the infamous customisor of supercars proudly displayed a modified McLaren MP4-12C at the Geneva show. With plenty of exposed carbon fibre to catch the eye and the promise of around 70 horsepower more than standard, beauty really is in the eye of the beholder
Nissan Invitation
Invitation is an energetic design, bringing fresh style, innovation and excitement to the mainstream market. The clean fluidity of the silhouette hints at its dynamic potential and showcases class-leading aerodynamics for enhanced efficiency
Invitation is an energetic design, bringing fresh style, innovation and excitement to the mainstream market. The clean fluidity of the silhouette hints at its dynamic potential and showcases class-leading aerodynamics for enhanced efficiency
Lexus LF-LC
Truly outrageous Japanese supercars don’t come along very often, but when they do they tend to leave a lasting impression. The LFA from Lexus is one such car, what with its race-derived technology and ballistic V10 motor. So imagine what a roofless version would be like. Imagine no more with the LF-LC
Truly outrageous Japanese supercars don’t come along very often, but when they do they tend to leave a lasting impression. The LFA from Lexus is one such car, what with its race-derived technology and ballistic V10 motor. So imagine what a roofless version would be like. Imagine no more with the LF-LC
Mercedes-Benz A-class
This is perhaps the boldest redesign of the show. The new two-box profile will make it far more appealing than the previous boxy A-Class, and a sport version is in the works
This is perhaps the boldest redesign of the show. The new two-box profile will make it far more appealing than the previous boxy A-Class, and a sport version is in the works
Land Rover DC100
The newest member of the storied Land Rover Defender lineage, the DC100 aims to carve out a place for itself with an impressive new design that charges into the future, but retains the essential identity and character of the Defender brand
The newest member of the storied Land Rover Defender lineage, the DC100 aims to carve out a place for itself with an impressive new design that charges into the future, but retains the essential identity and character of the Defender brand
Ford B-Max
This car is worth looking at for the unique doors alone. Powered by an ultra-efficient engine and boasting an infotainment set-up to die for, it will launch later this year in Europe
This car is worth looking at for the unique doors alone. Powered by an ultra-efficient engine and boasting an infotainment set-up to die for, it will launch later this year in Europe
Hyundai i-oniQ Concept
i-oniq is powered by a 108-horsepower electric motor as well as a 1.0 liter 3-cylinder engine, and can travel up to 74 miles in electric-only mode
i-oniq is powered by a 108-horsepower electric motor as well as a 1.0 liter 3-cylinder engine, and can travel up to 74 miles in electric-only mode
Jaguar XF Sportbrake
Jaguar's largest estate is undeniably pretty despite its vast size -- the XF Sportbrake will launch later this year to take on the likes of the BMW 5 Series Touring
Jaguar's largest estate is undeniably pretty despite its vast size -- the XF Sportbrake will launch later this year to take on the likes of the BMW 5 Series Touring
Kia Cee'd
In line with Kia's current design prowess, the new C'eed is a seriously good-looking car, with a perfectly-proportioned grille and a short roofline that makes it look sportier than it really is. It will launch with five powertrains, later this year
In line with Kia's current design prowess, the new C'eed is a seriously good-looking car, with a perfectly-proportioned grille and a short roofline that makes it look sportier than it really is. It will launch with five powertrains, later this year
Porsche Boxster
Along with the new 911 Carrera S, Porsche has updated the entry-level Boxter convertible, which sees a trickle down of technology from its rear-engined, rear-wheel drive cousin. Most notably, the Boxter S is 55 pounds lighter than its predecessor, and also features electromechanical steering—an advancement with a mixed reception in the 911. The engine only sees a 5 horsepower increase to 315, but since it's directed injected and features start-stop technology, you can expect some slightly less trips to the gas pump as well.
Along with the new 911 Carrera S, Porsche has updated the entry-level Boxter convertible, which sees a trickle down of technology from its rear-engined, rear-wheel drive cousin. Most notably, the Boxter S is 55 pounds lighter than its predecessor, and also features electromechanical steering—an advancement with a mixed reception in the 911. The engine only sees a 5 horsepower increase to 315, but since it's directed injected and features start-stop technology, you can expect some slightly less trips to the gas pump as well.
Volvo V40
This five-door hatch is aiming squarely at the Audi A3 and features some pretty impressive lines to help it hit home. One of the most remarkable features is the industry's first pedestrian airbag, which inflates outside of the car ahead of an impact.
This five-door hatch is aiming squarely at the Audi A3 and features some pretty impressive lines to help it hit home. One of the most remarkable features is the industry's first pedestrian airbag, which inflates outside of the car ahead of an impact.
Renault Zoe
The new Renault Zoe is relatively cheap for an electric car (€15,700 in France) and boasts an impressively long range of up to 210km. It will launch later this year
The new Renault Zoe is relatively cheap for an electric car (€15,700 in France) and boasts an impressively long range of up to 210km. It will launch later this year
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