Geneva Motor Show: 25 cars you shouldn't miss 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.
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.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
