LESSER/EPA-EFE/REX/ShutterstockBernhard Kuhnt, CEO of BMW of North America, introduces the new BMW X2 SUV during a media preview at the 2018 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, January 15, 2018. The 228-horsepower xDrive28i, which goes on sale in the U.S. in March, is powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. It's mated to an eight-speed transmission. The 192-horsepower sDrive28i goes on sale later this spring.
James Lipman / APLincoln has ditched its opaque alpha-naming scheme and returned to model names with the midcycle refresh of the midsize crossover formerly known as MKX. The big news other than the name is semiautonomous tech that enables stop-and-go nondriving, as well as an evolution on pre-collision braking Lincoln calls evasive steer assist: If the system cannot brake in time to avoid collision, it will steer around the impending vehicle.
Drew Angerer/Getty ImagesThe 2019 Subaru Forester is unveiled at the New York International Auto Show, March 28, 2018 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City. The fifth-generation AWD crossover is powered by a 182-horsepower 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with start/stop and a continuously variable transmission that Subaru estimates will get 33 miles per gallon on the highway. Headroom, hip and shoulder room, as well as rear passenger room grows. All versions get standard safety features including automatic pre-collision braking.
Alain Grosclaude / AFP / Getty ImagesThe Volkswagen Arteon is seen in Geneva on March 7, 2017, during the first press day of the 87th Geneva International Motor Show.Expected to replace the CC, the Arteon is designed as a four-door sports coupe, or Gran Turismo, with a long wheelbase and short overhangs, and a low profile. It'll comes with six engine options and available all-wheel drive, including a 276-horsepower 2-liter turbo four.
Scott Olson / Getty ImagesToyota introduces the 2019 Avalon at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) on January 15, 2018 in Detroit, Michigan. Avalon features a longer, lower and wider exterior and a rear cabin that extends another 7 inches. The full-size sedan has two new powertrains: a 3.5-liter V-6 and 2.5-liter four-cylinder hybrid system.
GEOFF ROBINS / AFP/Getty ImagesVolkswagen introduces the new Jetta during a press conference at the 2018 North American International Auto Show Press Preview in Detroit, Michigan on January 15, 2018. Volkswagen's redesigned Jetta is longer, wider and taller than previous models. VW also aims for a sportier look, with a large front grille, higher chrome quotient and LED lighting.
Jae C. Hong / APThe entry-level crossover rides the wave of success from Nissan's best-selling Rogue and Rogue Sport crossovers. The tall hatch uses the same 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine from the Versa subcompact but with a tad more power. Kicks is punting on premiums associated with crossovers, with a value-based starting price under $19,000 and an estimated combined fuel economy of 33 mpg.
Richard Drew / APNissan's best-selling vehicle behind the Rogue gets a sporty redesign that's lower, longer and wider with two available engines, including a revised 188-horsepower 2.5-liter four-cylinder and the all-new 248-horsepower variable compression turbo engine. Both engines come with CVT, while the 2.5-liter comes with available all-wheel drive. Interior gets a premium upgrade with an 8-inch touch screen standard with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
NELSON/EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock / NELSON/EPA-EFE/REX/ShutterstockBMW takes the top off its plug-in hybrid sports coupe with the scissor doors. It only has an 18-mile range but the combined 369-horsepower powertrain can hit 60 mph in 4.2 seconds. The soft top folds down in 16 seconds at speeds up to 31 mph.
Kevork Djansezian / Getty ImagesThe four-door sport coupe gets its first redesign since 2011 with a new in-line six-cylinder engine and mild hybrid system combining for 362 horsepower in the gas variant. It's sleeker than the outgoing model, with a sloping rear roofline that is more sports car than sedan, despite being able to seat five people.
JEWEL SAMAD / AFP/Getty ImagesThe 2019 Toyota Avalon is indroduced during the press preview at the 2018 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit, Michigan, on January 15, 2018. The automaker boasts of a "neater" steering wheel, with a smaller switch cluster, enlarged hand grips and cruise control now accessible on the right spoke.
Jose M. Osorio / baiduhaiThe refreshed 2019 Fiat 500 debuted at the 2018 Chicago Auto Show. Changes for 2019 include a 1.4-liter turbocharged engine and a sport-tuned exhaust across the model lineup. Fiat says it boosts horsepower by 33 percent. Visually nothing much changes except a protruding nose as in the Abarth to accommodate the turbocharger.
Mark Lennihan / APNissan's best-selling vehicle behind the Rogue gets a sporty redesign that's lower, longer and wider with two available engines, including a revised 188-horsepower 2.5-liter four-cylinder and the all-new 248-horsepower variable compression turbo engine. Both engines come with CVT, while the 2.5-liter comes with available all-wheel drive. Interior gets a premium upgrade with an 8-inch touch screen standard with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
LESSER/EPA-EFE/REX/ShutterstockThe 2019 Jeep Cherokee SUV walks down steps during its introduction at the 2018 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan on January 16, 2018. The compact crossover gets a major midcycle refresh for model year 2019, including a new 270-horsepower turbocharged four-cylinder engine that should combine with a weight reduction of 200 pounds to increase fuel economy.
Kevork Djansezian / Getty Images6.2L supercharged V-8 engine Standard 7-speed manual/ available 8-speed automatic 755 horsepower, 715 pound-feet of torque Estimated 0-60mph time in under 3 seconds; top speed over 210 mph. Chevrolet unveils it's new 2019 ZR1 Corvette Convertible during the auto trade show AutoMobility LA at Zynderia Studio November 28, 2017, in Los Angeles, California.
GARCIA/EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock / GARCIA/EPA-EFE/REX/ShutterstockThe four-door sport coupe gets its first redesign since 2011 with a new in-line six-cylinder engine and mild hybrid system combining for 362 horsepower in the gas variant. It's sleeker than the outgoing model, with a sloping rear roofline that is more sports car than sedan, despite being able to seat five people.
MAURY/EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock / MAURY/EPA-EFE/REX/ShutterstockThe 2019 Ram 1500 Limited pickup truck is displayed at its introduction at the 2018 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, January 15, 2018. The 2019 Ram, due in showrooms before April 1, keeps the current beefy look, but it's 4 inches longer and slightly wider. The grille is larger, with a forward-leaning, aggressive slant. The hood was raised to evoke a big rig — and improve aerodynamics.
Scott Olson/Getty ImagesMercedes-Benz shows of their G-Class SUVs at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) on January 15, 2018 in Detroit, Michigan.
Jose M. Osorio / baiduhaiThe 2019 Volkswagen Arteon debuted in North America at the 2018 Chicago Auto Show. The upscale sports sedan replaces the European-styled CC sedan as the new flagship for the brand. It's wider, longer and lower with 18-inch wheels, available all-wheel drive, and a 268-horsepower turbocharged four-cylinder engine mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. Read the overview>>>
Andrew Harrer/BloombergA Ford 2018 F-150 truck is displayed during the 2017 North American International Auto Show in Detroit on Jan. 9, 2017. Ford announced the 2019 F-150 will get a diesel engine for the first time.
NELSON/EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock / NELSON/EPA-EFE/REX/ShutterstockThe midsize crossover debuts Infiniti's new platform and evolutionary variable compression ratio engine dubbed the VC Turbo. The 2-liter turbo four-cylinder adjusts the piston stroke based on throttle input to maximize efficiency, helping it to achieve 35 percent better fuel economy than the outgoing V-6 engine. It has diesel-like specs, churning out 268 horsepower and 280 pound-feet of torque for a combined fuel economy of 26 mpg in all-wheel drive.
JIM WATSON / AFP/Getty ImagesThe BMW X2 is introduced during the 2018 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, on January 15, 2018. BMW's sporty X2 small SUV will sit between the compact X1 and the bigger X3 in the automaker's lineup. It sits low and has a more muscular body than its siblings.
Carlos Osorio/APThis Jan. 5, 2018, photo, shows the 2019 Ford Ranger truck on display in Warren, Mich. Ford is unveiling the North American version of the Ranger on Sunday, Jan. 14, ahead of the Detroit auto show. It goes on sale next spring, eight years after Ford pulled it off the market in the U.S. and Canada.
NELSON/EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock / NELSON/EPA-EFE/REX/ShutterstockThe midsize crossover debuts Infiniti's new platform and evolutionary variable compression ratio engine dubbed the VC Turbo. The 2-liter turbo four-cylinder adjusts the piston stroke based on throttle input to maximize efficiency, helping it to achieve 35 percent better fuel economy than the outgoing V-6 engine. It has diesel-like specs, churning out 268 horsepower and 280 pound-feet of torque for a combined fuel economy of 26 mpg in all-wheel drive.
Tony Ding/APThe new Volkswagen Jetta is presented at the North American International Auto Show, Monday, Jan. 15, 2018, in Detroit.
Jose M. Osorio / baiduhaiThe refreshed 2019 Fiat 500 debuted at the 2018 Chicago Auto Show. Changes for 2019 include a 1.4-liter turbocharged engine and a sport-tuned exhaust across the model lineup. Fiat says it boosts horsepower by 33 percent. Visually nothing much changes except a protruding nose as in the Abarth to accommodate the turbocharger.
Bill Pugliano/Getty ImagesThe new 2019 Jeep Cherokee makes its debut at the 2018 North American International Auto Show January 16, 2018 in Detroit, Michigan.
FREDERIC J. BROWN / AFP/Getty ImagesThe entry-level crossover rides the wave of success from Nissan's best-selling Rogue and Rogue Sport crossovers. The tall hatch uses the same 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine from the Versa subcompact but with a tad more power. Kicks is punting on premiums associated with crossovers, with a value-based starting price under $19,000 and an estimated combined fuel economy of 33 mpg.
Chris Carlson / APThe 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 convertible is revealed during the AutoMobility LA auto show Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2017, in Los Angeles. The top can drop while the car is going up to 30 mph.
MAURY/EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock / MAURY/EPA-EFE/REX/ShutterstockThe 2019 Ram 1500 Rebel pickup truck is presented at the 2018 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, on January 15, 2018. The new Ram also loses 225 pounds to compete with lightened rivals including the aluminum-clad F-150. The Ram frame is almost entirely lightweight, high-strength steel, and its tailgate and other bits are aluminum.
Jose Juarez/APThe revamped RDX compact crossover gets a new chassis for better ride and handling. The distance between the wheels is 2.6 inches longer for more cargo and passenger space. Its old V6 engine is replaced by a 272-horsepower 2-liter turbocharged four-cylinder motor, mated to a new 10-speed automatic transmission.
Jose M. Osorio / baiduhaiToyota builds out its off-road and racing platform with the return of the Tundra TRD Pro full-size pickup, as well as the 4Runner and Tacoma TRD Pro. The rally truck family gets 2.5-inch Fox shocks for rock crawling or off-road racing. Tundra gets new 18-inch wheels, a new grille and hood scoop. Then there's the TRD Pro badging everywhere.
Jose M. Osorio / baiduhaiThe 2019 Volkswagen Arteon debuted in North America at the 2018 Chicago Auto Show. The upscale sports sedan replaces the European-styled CC sedan as the new flagship for the brand. It's wider, longer and lower with 18-inch wheels, available all-wheel drive, and a 268-horsepower turbocharged four-cylinder engine mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. Read the overview>>>
Carlos Osorio/APThe 2019 Chevrolet Silverado High Country pickup is unveiled, Saturday, Jan. 13, 2018, in Detroit. The Silverado is the second-best selling vehicle in the U.S. and is outsold only by Ford's F-Series pickups.
Jose M. Osorio / baiduhaiToyota builds out its off-road and racing platform with the return of the Tundra TRD Pro full-size pickup, as well as the 4Runner and Tacoma TRD Pro. The rally truck family gets 2.5-inch Fox shocks for rock crawling or off-road racing. Tundra gets new 18-inch wheels, a new grille and hood scoop. Then there's the TRD Pro badging everywhere.
Jae C. Hong / APThe entry-level crossover already sold in other parts of the world showcases a new platform to the U.S. market, with an available 175-horsepower turbo four-cylinder engine in all-wheel drive.
Jae C. Hong / APDon't let the name fool you: this is a high-powered 680-horsepower station wagon that hits 60 mph in 3.2 seconds and a top speed of 192 mph. The twin-turbo V-8 engine is supplemented by a 136-horsepower motor, with all the luxury conveniences expected from the Panamera full-size sedan, which was redesigned last year. This anti-family truckster starts at $188,400 and is due next spring.
Jose Juarez / APThe interior of the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta is seen following a press conference held at the Garden Theater, Sunday, Jan. 14, 2018, in Detroit. The Jetta's revamped interior includes a new storage console large enough to fit a standard iPad.
FREDERIC J. BROWN/AFP/Getty ImagesThe all-new Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross revealed at the 2017 LA Auto Show on November 29, 2017 in Los Angeles, California, on the second of 3 press days before the event opens to the public from December 1-10, 2017.
Jae C. Hong / APThe Remember the Eclipse affordable sports coupe? This isn't it. The compact crossover proves Mitsubishi is still committed to the U.S. as its product line has expanded to three models. It comes with an available 152-horsepower turbo four-cylinder engine, but is more of a tech showcase inside than other Mitsu models.
Carlos Osorio / APCelebrating the 50th anniversary of iconic movie "Bullitt" and its fan-favorite San Francisco car chase, Ford introduces the new 2019 Mustang Bullitt, right, next to the original, at the North American International Auto Show, Sunday, Jan. 14, 2018, in Detroit.
Kevork Djansezian / Getty ImagesLincoln has ditched its opaque alpha-naming scheme and returned to model names with the midcycle refresh of the midsize crossover formerly known as MKX. The big news other than the name is semiautonomous tech that enables stop-and-go nondriving, as well as an evolution on pre-collision braking Lincoln calls evasive steer assist: If the system cannot brake in time to avoid collision, it will steer around the impending vehicle.
Drew Angerer / Getty Images2019 Hyundai Kona Electric is unveiled at the New York International Auto Show, March 28, 2018. The subcompact crossover (hatchback) gets an estiated 250-mile range through a 201-hosrepower 64 kWh battery pack. It goes on sale in the fall.
Carlos Osorio / APMembers of the media look over the Mercedes-Benz G-Class during the North American International Auto Show, Sunday, Jan. 14, 2018, in Detroit. The G-Class gets a new independent front suspension as well as a nine-speed automatic transmission. It's still powered by a 4-liter V-8 with 416 horsepower. It also gets new LED headlamps.
Carlos Osorio/APThe 2019 Ram 1500 is shown during the North American International Auto Show, Monday, Jan. 15, 2018, in Detroit.
FCA US LLC / APWhen Fiat Chrysler engineers and designers set out to revamp the venerable Jeep Wrangler for the first time in a decade, they didn't want to mess much with its looks. But beneath the similar appearance of the 2018 version unveiled Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2017, at the Los Angeles Auto Show, a lot is different. Read the overview>>>
NELSON/EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock / NELSON/EPA-EFE/REX/ShutterstockBMW takes the top off its plug-in hybrid sports coupe with the scissor doors. It only has an 18-mile range but the combined 369-horsepower powertrain can hit 60 mph in 4.2 seconds. The soft top folds down in 16 seconds at speeds up to 31 mph.
Richard Drew/APFord's luxury brand finally gets an Explorer-like midsize SUV with three rows of seats. The striking Aviator is built on rear-wheel-drive platform that comes with a twin-turbo V-6 engine with an available plug-in hybrid.
Lee Jin-man / APThe entry-level crossover already sold in other parts of the world showcases a new platform to the U.S. market, with an available 175-horsepower turbo four-cylinder engine in all-wheel drive.
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Bernhard Kuhnt, CEO of BMW of North America, introduces the new BMW X2 SUV during a media preview at the 2018 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, January 15, 2018.
The 228-horsepower xDrive28i, which goes on sale in the U.S. in March, is powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. It's mated to an eight-speed transmission. The 192-horsepower sDrive28i goes on sale later this spring.
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Luxury crossovers and SUVs from BMW , Land Rover, Volvo, Lexus will take center stage at the Geneva International Motor Show, Europe’s most significant auto show, which opens to the press March 5.
BMW’s new X4 aims to put a sporty spin on the compact luxury SUV. Like the more formal X3 that went on sale last year, it’s based on BMW’s new Cluster Architecture and expected to be lighter and roomer than the current X4. The top model is expected to be a 360-hp M40i with a six-cylinder engine.
Land Rover looks to raise the price ceiling for luxury SUVs with the limited edition Range Rover SV coupe, which has two doors and an opulent interior. Land Rover will build just 999 SVs to mark the Range rover’s 70th anniversary.
Electric-powered and outrageously sleek, the Jaguar I-Pace is also expected to debut. It follows on the heels of the brand’s first SUV, the F-Pace, but showcases a new, cab-forward design. Jaguar predicts an EPA-rated cruising range of more than 220 miles
Audi may launch the Q8 large SUV that will become the brand’s global flagship. In addition to being a homonym for an oil-rich state, the Q8 is expected to showcase Audi’s latest technologies.
A new version of the A6 midsize sport sedan will share the spotlight. The A6 will share its major systems with the A7 fastback that debuted at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit.
Lexus’s SUV family grows to five vehicles with the UX, which promises to be smaller and less polarizing than the compact NX. The UX is based on the TNGA architecture that underpins a wide range of vehicles for Toyota Motor Co. The lineup is likely to include a hybrid.
While most of the focus is on SUVs, Ferrari will unveil the most powerful V8 in its history, a twin-turbo 3.9L engine that produces 711 hp and 568 pound-feet of torque in the racing-inspired 488 Pista. The two-seater has a 211-mph top speed and races to 62 mph (100 kmh) in 2.85 seconds. The 488 Pista weighs about 198 pounds less than the 488 GTB it replaces.
Toyota is expected to reveal the long-awaited replacement for its Supra coupe. Based on an architecture shared with the next BMW Z4 roadster, the Supra is expected to use a BMW-built straight-six engine share many other features with the Z4.
Volvo’s new Polestar brand of electric luxury-performance vehicles will reveal details — possibly including U.S. prices — on its first vehicle, the fast and efficient Polestar1 coupe.
Volvo will introduce an all-new version of its V60 midsize station wagon. It’s expected to have similar styling and technology as the bigger V90, since both cars — and the XC90 and XC60 SUVs — are based on the automaker’s versatile SPA architecture. The V60’s sedan sibling, the S60, will debut later this year.
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