BMW X4
We’re reporting live from Auto Shanghai
2013 and BMW has just concluded their press conference. The highlight of the
BMW stall was undoubtedly the all new BMW X4 which is still in a concept stage.
The X4 is based on the X3′s platform
underneath. Outside, the X4 sports a lot of styling elements that relate to the
Concept 4 Series such as the head and tail lights. The roofline takes
inspiration from the BMW X6 meanwhile.
The Concept X4 is believed to go into
production from early 2014. The X4 will be built in BMW’s facility at
Spartanburg in the United States that also makes other X models. Cars such as
the BMW X4 will ensure the projected sales of 2.5 million SUV’s/annum by 2020
is well achievable.
Hyundai Mistra
The Mistra is the English name of the car
while the Chinese name of the car is Hyundai ‘Mingtu’. Hyundai believes that
there is some potential in between the Sonata and the Elantra for a new car
like the Mistra.
Not only Hyundai, but rivals Honda
believe the same. Which is why at a few halls away at the same Shanghai Motor
Show, the Honda Crider was announced. The Crider sits in between the Accord and
the Civic and will be a rival to the Mistra. Ford’s Escort concept hints at
something similar, to fill the space between the Focus and the Mondeo.
The Mistra is a 50:50 joint venture
between Hyundai and BHMC (Beijing Hyundai Motor Company). While Hyundai hasn’t
released any details on the engines, local media speculate that a pair of
petrol engines displacing 1.8-liters and 2.0-liters would power the luxury
sedan.
The Mistra is expected to go on sale in
China by the end of this year or early next year.
MG SUV
MG has unveiled
its new CS concept at
the Shanghai
Auto Show this week, revealing plans for a new small SUV offering.
Chinese-owned MG has already confirmed
that a production version of the SUV will hit showroom floors throughout China
and Europe within the next two years.MG’s British roots have not been lost on
the new owner, with British designer Anthony Williams-Kenny leading the CS
concept design team . The company says the CS SUV “oozes
British design flair while embracing the sporting DNA of MG”, aimed at younger
fashion-conscious buyers.No technical details or specifications
have been released, but the SUV is likely to be based on the MG3 platform.
Citroen DS Wild Rubis
The latest model to come out of the DS line will have the dimensions as follows: 4.7m in length; 1.95m in width and 1.59m in height with a wheelbase of 2.9m. It is a bold looking car and boasts 21 inch alloy wheels. The frontal portion is reminiscent with the gorgeous Numero 9 concept.
The three-dimensional radiator grille is highlighted with DS emblem with chrome touches on the sides. The grille flows into a catchy full-LED headlights which are surrounded by scrolling indicator lights at the base. The airflow is channeled through the tiny wing at the back through the sleek body lines.
The all-new arrangement of lights at the rear appears to be part of the raised tailgate. The taillight housing is encased in chrome and the foot of the rear tailgate incorporates the twin exhaust pipes.The concept goes green with a plug-in hybrid system. The powers comes from a 1.6L turbocharged engine and a 75hp electric motor, combined to produce 290hp. The powertrain figures are similar to Numero 9 concept so it’s likely to get from 0-100kph in about 6 seconds
Mercedes Benz GLA
Design details include a large oval grille bookmarked by curvaceous headlights, generously dimensioned wheel arches, heavily structured flanks, a curvaceous rear shoulder, an angled tailgate and a raised ride height.
The GLA will support a range of optional media connectivity services as part of Mercedes’ efforts to ensure future models carry greater appeal among younger buyers.
The GLA is one of three new SUVs Mercedes is planning to launch before the middle of the decade. Joining it will be the second-generation GLK which could come to India and will be based on the next-generation C-class and a new BMW X6 rival, the MLC, that’s based on the current ML-class.
VW Cross Blue Coupe
