2017 geneva motor show review

Special Report: Auto Shows

Auto Shows – March 2017

Review and HighlightsGeneva International Motor Show


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IntroductionsMarch 2017 Auto Show Review

• 2018 Abarth 595 Pista

• 2017 AC Schnitzer i8

• 2018 Alpine A110

• 2017 Aston Martin DB11 Q Concept

• 2018 Audi RS3 Sportback

• 2018 Audi RS5 Coupe

• 2017 Audi RS Q8 Concept

• 2018 Bentley Bentayga Mulliner

• 2018 Bentley Continental Supersports

• 2017 Bentley EXP 12 Speed 6e

• 2018 BMW 4-Series

• 2018 BMW 5-Series Touring

• 2018 Brabus 650 Cabrio

• 2018 Citroen C-Aircross Concept

• 2017 Citroen SpaceTourer 4x4 E

• 2018 Dendrobium EV

• 2018 DS7 Crossback

• 2018 Ferrari 812 Superfast

• 2017 Fittipaldi EF7 Vision Gran Turismo

• 2018 Ford Fiesta ST

• 2017 Gemballa Avalanche

• 2018 Honda Civic Type R

• 2017 Hybrid Kinetic H600

• 2018 Hyundai i30 Estate

• 2017 Hyundai FE concept

• 2018 Infiniti Q50

• 2017 Infiniti Q60 “Project Black S”

• 2017 Italdesign Pop.up Concept

• 2017 Italdesign Zerouno

• 2017 Jaguar I-Pace Concept

• 2018 Kia Picanto

• 2018 Koeniggsegg Regera

• 2018 Lamborghini Aventador S

• 2018 Lamborghini Huracan Performante

• 2018 Lexus LS 500h

• 2017 Lexus RC F GT3

• 2018 McLaren 720S

• 2018 Mercedes-AMG E63 S Wagon

• 2018 Mercedes-AMG GT C Roadster

• 2018 Mercedes-AMG GT4

• 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet

• 2017 Mercedes-Benz X-Class Concept

• 2018 Mercedes-Maybach G650

• 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

• 2017 Nissan BladeGlider

• 2018 Nissan Qashqai

• 2018 Opel Crossland X

• 2018 Opel Insignia Sports Tourer

• 2018 Pagani Huayra Roadster

• 2017 Peugeot Instinct Concept

• 2018 Porsche 911 GT3

• 2018 Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo

• 2018 Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid

• 2018 Range Rover Velar

• 2018 Renault Captur

• 2017 Renault Zoe e-sport

• 2017 RUF CTR

• 2017 Scuderia Cameron Glickenhaus

• 2018 SEAT Ibiza

• 2018 Skoda Citigo

• 2018 Skoda Kodiaq Scout

• 2018 Skoda Octavia vRS 245

• 2018 Spyker C8 Preliator Spyder

• 2017 Ssangyong XAVL concept

• 2018 Subaru XV

• 2018 Suzuki Swift

• 2018 TAMO Racemo

• 2017 Techrules Ren

• 2017 Toyota i-TRIL concept

• 2018 Toyota Yaris GRMN

• 2018 Volvo XC60

• 2018 Volkswagen Arteon

• 2017 Volkswagen Sedric concept

• 2018 Zenvo TS1 GT Anniversary Spec



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March 2017 Auto Show Review

Evolution of the Automotive IndustryThe automotive industry is changing, from the inside and from theoutside. Geneva arrives just in time to bring out the new and freshand illuminate these dramatic industry shifts happening or comingsoon.

First are the outside changes. Car ownership is being questioned.The debate continues about whether or not Millenials want to owncars at all. Car-sharing services around the globe are making iteasier to not own a car and yet still have the freedom to get whereyou want whenever you want. In addition to Zipcar and TravelCar,technology has allowed owners to rent out the use of their owncars with services like Lyft and Uber at the touch of a smartphone.The idea that these services will reduce the number of vehiclessold is being countered with the belief that more miles will requirevehicles to be turned over more quickly, offsetting the lower buyercount. And autonomous vehicles, right around the corner, willbring more potential owners who never wanted to drive into themarket.

Then there’s the continuing rumor that we simply have too manycar companies. With Chinese firms looking to export, players ineach market will need to cede some market share as new brandsenter. GAC and Geely have openly shown their export modelswhile electric startups pop up every few minutes with billions ofinvestor capital looking to become the latest Tesla miracle. Newproducers from the East are running straight into Europe wherethe world’s third largest automaker is getting out.

To top all of the other stories, General Motors and PSA Groupeopened the Geneva show with the announcement that theperpetually loss-making Opel and Vauxhall brands would move toPSA in exchange for US$2.3 billion. PSA, who not too long agowas on the ropes, has made a tremendous comeback and is nowready for the heavyweight matches. Already a big player in Chinaand third place in Europe, PSA wants to tackle North America andgrow its share of Europe while reducing its per vehicle costs.Adding Opel/Vauxhall might look like a large burden to bear, butharnessing some EV technology and adding market share willprepare PSA for the electric future and spread the costs acrossmore models as the company moves into second place amongEuropean-based manufacturers.

A new industry is coming with Geneva in the middle of it. From theAsian EV startups to next-generation autonomous vehicles, thefuture is on display and it’s right around the corner.


2017 European Car of the Year

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From the initial forty vehicles, the list was narrowed down to a final seven: Alfa Romeo Giulia, Citroen C3, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Nissan Micra, Peugeot 3008, Toyota C-HR, Volvo S90/V90. Judges from 22 European countries narrowed that list down to just one. Selected this year was the hot-selling Peugeot 3008 crossover. Second place went to FCA’s Alfa Romeo Giulia.

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2018 Abarth 595 PistaSporting the 160hp 1.4L turbo engine, the 595 Pista (“track” in Italian) can zip to 100 km/h in 7.3 seconds. The package includes a telemetry system that features information about some of the world’s most famous racetracks.

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2017 AC Schnitzer i8German tuner AC Schnitzer took the already light and sporty i8 and made it lighter by increasing its carbon fiber content. Larger wheels (20” in the front, 21” in the rear) actually reduced the car’s weight by another 10 lbs. a lowered suspension addsto its sporty character.

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2018 Alpine A110Renault reintroduces the legendary Alpine brand with an homage to the high-performance rear-engined series produced from 1955 to 1995. Using a dedicated aluminum platform and body, the new A110 targets sporty models from Audi and Porsche.

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2017 Aston Martin DB11 Q ConceptLoaded with technology, Aston Martin’s latest DB11 edition fits a twin-turbo V12 under the nose while advertising the Q division which allows owners to create the sports car of their dreams. The concept shows off the Zaffre Blue paint and carbon fiber trim.

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2018 Audi RS3 SportbackStarting with Audi’s little A3 Sportback, the RS treatment adds in horsepower and lots of it. This Quattro version puts 400hp through all four wheels to take on Europe’s hot hatch crowd. Acceleration to 100 km/h (62 mph) comes up in 4.1 seconds.

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2018 Audi RS5 CoupeThe 2.9L twin-turbo V6 powering the second-generation RS5 Coupe was developed in cooperation with Porsche and produces 444hp (and is shared with the Porsche Panamera S). Mated to a dual-clutch 8-speed transmission and Quattro all-wheel drive, the RS5 scoots to 100 km/h (62 mph) in just 3.9 seconds.

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2017 Audi RS Q8 ConceptAudi’s sporty crossover will get an even more sporty RS version shortly after production begins for the new Q8. To compete, the production RS Q8 will boast over 600hp from its twin-turbocharged 4.0L V8 and utilizing the brand’s ubiquitous Quattro all-wheel drive system.

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2018 Bentley Bentayga Mulliner

Bentley’s first crossover is so popular, Bentley needed to find ways to charge more. The Mulliner edition allows buyers to spec out an even more luxurious Bentayga.

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2018 Bentley Continental SupersportsPushing the envelope even higher for the Continental coupe with more power. The 6.0L W12 with its two turbochargers now kicks out 700hp, taking the car from a stand-still to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 3.5 seconds and continuing on up to 336 km/h (209 mph).

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2017 Bentley EXP 12 Speed 6eAn electric roadster measures the public’s acceptance of a Bentley EV. Inductive charging and a dynamic OLED center console are two of the concept’s key features.

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2018 BMW 4-SeriesModest facelift of the 4-Series in coupe, convertible and 4-door Gran Coupe body styles. New headlights, taillights, and lower front fascia set the 2018 apart from the earlier models. Lights are now all LEDs and the suspension is now stiffer for a moresporting feel. Engines, transmissions, and trim levels all remain unchanged.

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2017 BMW 5-Series TouringSecond body style in the new 5-Series lineup, the wagon joins the sedan. Shorter and considerably lighter than the outgoing model, the new wagon has more cargo space and new opening rear window in addition to the standard tailgate.

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2018 Brabus 650 CabrioGerman tuning company Brabus worked its magic on the C-Class convertible, boosting output of the AMG 4.0L V8 from 510hp to 650hp and lowering acceleration to 100 km/h to 3.7 seconds.

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2018 Citroen C-Aircross ConceptReplacing the Citroen C3 Picasso people carrier will be the production version of this new crossover. While Citroen has been on the cutting edge of car-truck hybrids with the likes of the Picasso, the brand is catching up in the field of car-based SUVs. The C-Aircross will go a long way to fix that lineup omission.

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2017 Citroen SpaceTourer 4x4 EThe latest in Citroen’s SpaceTourer “E” concepts. In off-road guise, this all-wheel driver version sports skid plates front and rear. Seating for five is enhanced by Alcantara and leather and a large sunroof.

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2018 Dendrobium EVFirst electric supercar from Singapore. Dendrobium Motors is backed by Vanda Electrics, manufacturer of small electric vehicles.

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2018 DS7 CrossbackJoining the DS lineup in early 2018, the DS7 Crossback targets the Audi Q5 and BMW X1. All wheel drive versions sport an electric motor powering the rear wheels, eliminating the need for a driveshaft. Four powertrain choices (130hp, 180hp, 230hp,and hybrid) with the choice of a 6-speed manual or 8-speed automatic transaxles.

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2018 Ferrari 812 SuperfastFront-engined and V12-powered, the 812 Superfast replaces the outgoing F12 Berlinetta. Under the hood lies a 6.5L engine producing 789hp and 560 ft-lbs of torque without the aid of turbocharging or supercharging.

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2017 Fittipaldi EF7 Vision Gran TurismoYet another car in the Sony PlayStation-inspired series, the Fittipaldi stands apart with actual production planned for the Pininfarina-designed supercar. Development used technology from Mercedes-Benz and German specialty tuner HWA. A naturually aspirated V8 kicks out over 600hp pushing a carbon fiber vehicle weighing about 1,000 kg (2,200 lbs).

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2018 Ford Fiesta STThe top-of-the-line Fiesta gets 197hp from its turbocharged 1.5L three-cylinder engine – more power but not enough to require all-wheel drive.

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2017 Gemballa AvalancheGerman tuner upgrades the Porsche 911 Turbo from 540hp to 809hp and adds bodywork including a triple-plane rear spoiler.

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2018 Honda Civic Type RHonda pumps up the new Civic with 300 horsepower coming from its 2.0L turbo four pushed through a 6-speed manual and front-wheel drive. All Type Rs will be produced in the UK.

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2017 Hybrid Kinetic H600Financed by Hong Kong’s HK Motors and designed by Pininfarina, the Hybrid Kinetic H600 uses a graphene battery and a turbine range extender to power its electric motors. This new battery design is expected to generate more energy than typicallithium-ion batteries. The car has a claimed 0-100 km/h (62 mph) time of 2.9 seconds and a range of 1,000 km (612 miles).

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2018 Hyundai i30 EstateThe compact i30 range grows by one more body style with the addition of the five-door estate.

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2017 Hyundai FE conceptBased on the Tucson/ix35, Hyundai’s FE concept points to the second generation fuel cell SUV that will hit the roads for the 2018 model year.

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2018 Infiniti Q50Infiniti’s top-selling sedan receives a mid-cycle update with sporty new front and rear fascia along with new headlights and a revised hood. Along with new steer-by-wire system, the Q50 gets Nissan’s ProPilot safety and semi-autonomous package with lane-keeping and emergency braking.

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2017 Infiniti Q60 “Project Black S”Based on the Infiniti Q60 coupe, the “Project Black S” takes what Infiniti and Renault have learned in Formula One and harnessed it for the street. This high-performance hybrid system increases torque, speeds up the turbochargers, and adds 25% power.

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2017 Italdesign Pop.up ConceptDeveloped with Airbus, the Pop.up concept centers around the idea that the passenger pod can be plucked from its road-going base by a drone to avoid congestion. It’s modularity allows for many uses including mass transit.

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2017 Italdesign ZerounoAudi owns Italdesign and is using the brand for a line of limited-edition exotics. The Zerouno, Italdesign’s first model and related to the Audi R8, will be produced in a run of only five priced at €1.5 million (US$1.6 million), powered by Audi’s 5.2L V10. Acceleration to 100 km/h (62 mph) is said to take only 3.2 seconds. Future models are expected to follow every two yearsor so.

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2017 Jaguar I-Pace ConceptJust a concept, but the I-Pace previews the production version that will hit the streets in early 2018. Jaguar’s first electric model features 400hp and 516 ft-lbs of torque which will propel the I-Pace to 100 km/h in 4 seconds. Fully charged, the 90 kWh battery pack will allow the Jaguar to travel 220 miles, and an 80% charge takes just 90 minutes.

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2018 Kia PicantoKia’s smallest European offering gets updated. The new model sports six airbags, Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) to prevent roll back on hills, and Brake Assist System (BAS) to help the car stop quicker.

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2018 Koeniggsegg RegeraThe pride and joy of Sweden, if you don’t count Volvo or what’s left of Saab, Koeniggsegg produces some of the fastest and most expensive cars in the world. Their newest model is the Regera, complete with its 1,500hp hybrid powertrain mated to a hydraulic system that replaces the transmission. One of two cars shown at Geneva is decked out in a spectacular green carbon fiber body with a tan leather interior.

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2018 Lamborghini Aventador SLamborghini’s senior model gets a power boost. The 6.5L V12 gets revised valve timing, improved exhaust, and cylinder deactivation which combines for 730hp. To get that power to the ground, the suspension features magnetic dampers, four-wheel steering, and the sequential transmission is connected to all four wheels.

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2018 Lamborghini Huracan PerformanteHigher performance version of Lamborghini’s “entry-level” Huracan. Lamborghini’s fastest model in history will be offered in coupe and convertible body styles and sport active aerodynamics.

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2018 Lexus LS 500hFollowing the debut of the new twin-turbo Lexus LS 500 at NAIAS, Lexus introduced the hybrid version at Geneva. Losing the turbochargers, the LS 500h mates a 3.5L V6 engine to two electric motors and a CVT, improving the car’s fuel economy and boosting its power.

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2017 Lexus RC F GT3Ready to tackle the IMSA Sports Car Championship, two RC F GT3 racers have been built. Fresh from its 2016 endurance championship, the 2017 Lexus has a new 5.4L 500hp V8 mated to a 6-speed sequential transmission.

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2018 McLaren 720SDeveloped as the “Super Series” and under the program code P14, the McLaren 720S replaces the 650S line. Updated, the McLaren 3.8L twin-turbocharged V8 now produces 710hp. Unique to the 720S is the Folding Driver Display that allows the gauge cluster to fold flat, providing just the necessary information and a clearer view of the road or track.

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2018 Mercedes-AMG E63 S WagonThe AMG treatment has been added to the new Mercedes-Benz E-Class wagon. In this form, the AMG 4.0L twin-turbocharged V8 generates 603hp and 627 ft-lbs of torque. With its 9-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive, the wagon shoots to 60mph in 3.4 seconds.

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2018 Mercedes-AMG GT C RoadsterThis limited edition member of the GT lineup is the C Roadster. Its 4.0L twin-turbocharged V8 produces 550hp and 502 ft-lbs of torque allowing it to accelerate to 60mph in just 3.7 seconds. Top speed of this topless beast is 196mph.

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2018 Mercedes-AMG GT4Taking on the Porsche Panamera, the Mercedes-AMG GT4 adds a more practical body style to the GT lineup. The AMG 4.0L twin-turbo V8 from the coupe and convertible produces 503hp in the GT4. Production is expected to begin in June 2018.

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2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet

Following the introductions of the sedan, wagon, and coupe, Mercedes-Benz’ E-Class gains the convertible as well. No surprises in the powertrain department where the Cabriolet borrows engines and 9-speed transmission from the sedan including the 329hp twin-turbo 3.0L V6.

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2017 Mercedes-Benz X-Class Concept

Developed in cooperation with Nissan, Mercedes-Benz has developed the X-Class “premium” pickup which will be produced in South America and Europe alongside Nissan pickups starting in September 2017.

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2018 Mercedes-Maybach G650Based on the Mercedes-Benz Gelandewagen, the Mercedes-Maybach G650 Landaulet stretches out for more rear seat passenger space as well as opening the roof for even more head room. Under the hood of this four-wheel drive SUV is a very high performance 621hp AMG twin-turbo V12 engine. Only 99 will be built. Pricing comes in around €500,000 (US$550,000) for that kind of exclusivity.

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2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse CrossPositioned between the larger Outlander and slightly smaller Outlander Sport, the new Eclipse Cross adds to Mitsubishi’s crossover lineup. All-wheel drive is standard while power comes from a 1.5L turbo four-cylinder with a CVT or a 2.2L turbodiesel mated to an 8-speed automatic.

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2017 Nissan BladeGliderNissan’s latest version of the triangular BladeGlider concept features a 268hp electric motor with a 220 kWh battery pack providing enough oomph for acceleration to 100 km/h in under five seconds and a top speed of 118 mph while providing room for three.

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2018 Nissan Qashqai

Updated small crossover will feature the obligatory refreshed grille, lights, and bumpers, but the big news is in the technology. Nissan hopes to roll out semi-autonomous technology throughout its lineup and the Qashqai will be the first to get Piloted Drive 1.0 which will control the vehicle’s throttle, brakes, and steering in some cases.

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2018 Opel Crossland X

Developed with (and assembled by) PSA, the Opel Crossland X finally hits the hot crossover market. Positioned above the Mokka, the new model targets the Peugeot 2008, Nissan Juke, Renault Captur, and Toyota C-HR.

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2018 Opel Insignia Sports TourerOpel (and Vauxhall) has restyled its largest sedan and now wagon. Longer by 3.6 inches and roomier inside with 3.6 cubic feetmore cargo room, the new wagon seems tailored for European buyers. The redesign stretches the wheels to the corners and removes as much a 440 pounds. Power comes from a range of turbocharged gas or diesel four-cylinder engines and all-wheel drive is available. It could cross the Atlantic as the Buick Regal.

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2018 Pagani Huayra RoadsterPriced at US$2.4 million, the potential buyers for the Pagani Huayra Roadster with its 764hp twin-turbo V12 engine are not many, but all 100 of them have found homes, even before the car’s public launch. With a body built almost entirely out of carbon fiber, the Huayra is light…and quick.

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2017 Peugeot Instinct ConceptPeugeot’s take on where the autonomous future will take the automotive industry, the Instinct is no larger than a compact carbut it puts out 300hp. Steering wheel and pedals in this two-seater retract when the car takes over the driving. Peugeot does not expect to have a civilian autonomous car available before 2025.

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2018 Porsche 911 GT3Arguably the ultimate Porsche 911, the latest iteration of the GT3 gets back to its roots. For 2018, the GT3 supplements the dual-clutch PDK transmission with a proper manual 6-speed manual. Power comes from a 500hp version of the traditional flat-six. Weight is under 3,200 lbs. Acceleration to 60 mph takes less than 4 seconds and the car tops out just under 200 mph.

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2018 Porsche Panamera Sport TurismoAdding one more body style to the Panamera’s lineup of sedan and long-wheelbase executive sedan is the Sport Turismo. For those who were offended when Porsche introduced its first SUV, you’re really not going to like the idea of Porsche’s first station wagon. No longer or taller than the standard sedan, the Sport Turismo also shares most engine and driveline choices from the base 330hp to the 550hp turbo and all but the newest turbo hybrid system.

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2018 Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-HybridPowered by a 4.0L twin-turbo 550hp gasoline engine and 136hp electric motor (with its 14.1 kWh lithium-ion batteries), the new Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid will accelerate to 60mph in just 3.2 second, continuing on to a top speed of 193 mph. All-wheel drive is fed by a dual-clutch, 8-speed PDK transmission. An Executive version offers a 5.9-inch longer wheelbase for more rear seat room.

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2018 Range Rover VelarBased on the Jaguar F-Pace’s platform, the Range Rover Velar takes its name from original Range Rover prototypes. It will be positioned between the entry-level Evoque and the upper mid-range Sport. Power will come from V6 gas or JLR’s Ingeniumengine family including gas and diesel four-cylinders. Targets include the Mercedes-Benz GLC and the BMW X3. Regular production begins in April 2017.

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2018 Renault CapturRenault’s popular little crossover gets a facelift including chrome trim around the front and new LED front lights along with rugged looking skid plates front and rear. No significant changes to the range of gas and diesel engines.

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2017 Renault Zoe e-sportCombining Renault’s Zoe EV and the company’s efforts with the Formula E racing series, Renault came out with the Zoe e-sport concept. The little Zoe got a heart transplant increasing its power from its two motors to a combined 456hp and 472 ft-lbs of torque, propelling the little car to 100 km/h (62 mph) in just 3.2 seconds.

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2017 RUF CTREurope has some outstanding tuners and Geneva is the place to see their latest wares. RUF has been tuning Porsches for four decades and the CTR is the latest with its retro 911 body work and dedicated chassis. This is not simply a tuned Porsche but a ground-up RUF with a 700hp 3.6L flat six out back and a package weight of just 2,640 lbs combining for acceleration to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 3.5 seconds and a top speed of about 225 mph.

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2017 Scuderia Cameron GlickenhausOne-off street-legal race car designed by Scuderia Cameron Glickenhaus and built in Italy, the 800hp SCG003S is claimed to be able to pull 2g through a turn, acceleration to 100km/h (62 mph) in under three seconds and power on to 350 km/h (217 mph).

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2018 SEAT Ibiza

Europe’s supermini segment features many competitive models and SEAT’s Ibiza is a very strong player. The latest generation is offered only in this roomy five-door body style and comes with a range of powertrain options including 1.0L and 1.5L gas engines (from 94hp to 184hp) along with diesel choices.

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2018 Skoda CitigoSkoda’s little hatch receives a mild facelift with a more contoured hood, new grille, and refreshed headlights

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2018 Skoda Kodiaq Scout

Skoda’s 7-passenger crossover gets a more rugged image in Scout trim. Higher ground clearance and a choice of four engines (two gas, two diesel) are all part of the package.

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2018 Skoda Octavia vRS 245With its new front end design, the 245hp 2.0L turbo four-cylinder makes the vRS 245 the most powerful Octavia model. Six-speed manual or 7-speed DSG transmissions are offered.

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2018 Spyker C8 Preliator SpyderThe Netherlands’ only domestic car brand brings out the convertible version of its latest model, the C8 Preliator. For the new model, the previous supercharged 518hp 4.2L Audi V8 has been replaced by the Koenigsegg 5.0L naturally-aspirated V8 which kicks out nearly 600hp. While Spyker isn’t the fastest or quickest car in its price range, somewhere above $430,000, it is one of the most ornate and intricately hand-crafted vehicles available.

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2017 Ssangyong XAVL conceptSouth Korea’s Ssangyong is working on a lineup to tackle the world. The latest concept showcases a 7-passenger version of the company’s latest Tivoli. The production version will be marketed as the Rexton II.

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2018 Subaru XVSubaru’s hit compact crossover moves into its second generation. The XV keeps the brand’s Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive putting the power from its direct-injection four-cylinder engine to the ground. A hybrid version will also be available.

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2018 Suzuki SwiftSuzuki’s popular Swift gets all new bodywork and a new 1.4L turbo four, putting out 140hp in both front-drive and all-wheel drive versions.

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2018 TAMO RacemoIndia’s Tata is looking to the world stage and the TAMO sub-brand is part of that plan. A sports car built on a new modular platform, the Racemo, with its mid-mounted 1.2L three-cylinder engine, has the ability to shoot to 100 km/h (62 mph) in less than 6 seconds. It will be featured in the videogame Forza Horizon 3.

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2017 Techrules Ren

This Fabrizio Giugiaro-designed, Chinese-financed supercar is said to be built in Italy with no more than 96 emerging from the factory. All-wheel drive, the car is listed as a “turbine-recharging electric vehicle” producing 1,287hp and running 124 miles on only batteries or over 700 miles with a full tank of diesel (among other fuels it could possibly use).

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2017 Toyota i-TRIL conceptAnother of Toyota’s concepts to answer the transportation needs of the near future, the i-TRIL is an EV for around town commuting. It is advertised as an alternative to small (A- and B-segment) cars as well as for motorcycles or even public transportation. A lack of pedals moves all driver controls to the hands, when the driver wants to control it; even the instrument panel has been replaced by heads-up displays. Allowing for the possibility of autonomous driving, the i-TRIL can carry three passengers in a pinch and travel up to 120 miles on a charge. At less than 3 meters long, it can be driven and parked anywhere.

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2018 Toyota Yaris GRMNThis hopped-up subcompact Yaris adds a supercharger to its 1.8L four-cylinder nearly doubling the output to around 200hp. The name comes from Gazoo Racing Masters of the Nurburgring WRC team.

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2018 Volvo XC60The second generation Volvo XC60 will roll off of the assembly lines May 2017 and will ride on Volvo’s modular SPA platform. As with the other new-generation Volvos, power comes from a range of four-cylinder engines offered in turbocharged, turbo/supercharged, and hybrid versions. New features including Volvo’s City Safety package move the XC60 closer to autonomy and closer to the promise of a zero collision future.

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2018 Volkswagen ArteonReplacing the Volkswagen “Passat” CC, the Arteon becomes its own model. Keeping the coupe-like four-door silhouette, the Arteon rides on Volkswagen’s dynamic MQB platform and harnesses a range of powerplants. Production began March 2017.

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2017 Volkswagen Sedric conceptWith every automaker looking into the future that will be the autonomous vehicle, Volkswagen unleashed its Sedric concept of an electric, a level 5 autonomous people carrier. No controls outside of “Go,” “Stop,” and “Call Operator” buttons. This could be our near-term future.

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2018 Zenvo TS1 GT Anniversary SpecBased in Denmark, Zenvo has been producing supercars since 2008. For their tenth anniversary, the company has released the TS1 GT Anniversary Spec with its 5.9L twin-supercharged V8 generating an estimated 1100hp and powering the car to a top speed of 375 km/h (233 mph).

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AFS Portfolio is designed to allow an organization to understand and track their

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AFS Planning is a fully integrated revenue planning solution specifically designed

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March 2017

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EASTERN EUROPE

MIDDLE EAST/AFRICA

NORTH AMERICA

SOUTH AMERICA

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NA 17.83 18.75 7.4% 3.5% 0.8%

SA 2.64 3.55 18.7% -1.2% 1.7%

WE 14.64 14.82 4.0% 0.8% 0.5%

EE 6.79 8.38 22.1% 2.6% 2.8%

AP 48.5 58.04 24.4% 3.5% 3.0%

ME/A 2.45 2.94 29.3% 2.5% 3.2%

TOTAL 92.85 106.5 17.6% 2.8% 2.1%

Source: WardsAuto/AutoForecast Solutions – December 2016



March 2017

Global Powertrain – In Full Detail

Powertrain Package Type 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023

EL Only 401,629 432,463 554,243 691,399 813,107 902,471 958,141 978,889

EVICE 14,338 22,388 29,759 31,586 32,944 35,532 39,183 44,130

FC Only 2,776 4,332 5,265 5,699 5,674 5,649 5,680 5,682

HYBRID 2,952,498 3,182,306 3,371,481 3,525,695 3,854,840 3,997,846 4,118,618 4,197,288

IC Only 89,481,757 92,329,514 94,823,255 96,812,621 98,348,438 99,405,505 100,319,381 101,086,014

Total - All Region Summary 92,852,998 95,971,003 98,784,003 101,067,000 103,055,003 104,347,003 105,441,003 106,312,003

*Volumes displayed are the Powertrain Volumes consumed by Light Vehicle (LV) production.Package Types are: EL Only - Electric Motor Drive with battery only; EVICE - Electric Motor Drive with Internal Combustion Engine as Generator;

FC Only - Electric Motor Drive with Fuel Cell power source; HYBRID - Electric Motor and Internal Combustion Engine Drive; IC Only - Internal Combustion Engine Drive




March 2017

NAFTA Greenfield Production Investment

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• BMW San Luis Potosi (2019)• BMW (2-Series, 3-Series, 4-Series)

• COMPAS (RNNS + Daimler) Aguascalientes (2017)• Infiniti QX30

• Daimler (A-Class SWB, GLB)

• Daimler North Charleston (2018)• Freightliner Sprinter

• Faraday Futures North Vegas (2017)• Faraday (Large EV Plus, MP-EV, Sedan)

• FCA Saltillo Van (2013)• Ram ProMaster

• Ford (via Multimatic) (2016)• Ford GT

• Honda Performance Manufacturing Center (2016)• Acura NSX

• Honda Celaya (2014)• Honda (Fit/Jazz, HR-V/Vezel)

• Hyundai Monterrey (2016)• Kia (Forte, Rio)

• Karma Automotive (2016)• Elux Karma EV/EVER

• Mazda Salamanca (2014)• Mazda (2, 3)

• Toyota Yaris / Scion iA

• RNNS Aguascalientes 2 (2013)• Nissan (B-CUV, Sentra)

• Toyota Guanajuato (2018)• Toyota Corolla

• Volvo (Geely) Berkeley County (2018)• Volvo (S60/S60L, XC60)

• VW San Jose Chiapa (2015)• Audi Q5




March 2017

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March 2017

Joe McCabePresident & CEO

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Sam FioraniVice President, Global Vehicle Forecasting

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(610)813-6372

Brian MaximVice President, Global Powertrain Forecasting

[email protected]

(610)813-6373

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Auto Shows – March 2017

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