We saw The Beijing motor show 2014 as one of the biggest this year with a lot of global & local manufacturers preferring this show over others for debuting their major concept & production models. Chinese car market which is the largest and growing fastest has seen 10-12% growth in overall sales in all segments(20million units).
We present to you the coverage of this years Beijing motor show in two parts,
1. SUV/Crossover concepts & production models 2. Luxury Sedan concepts & other and production models.
PART - 1 SUV & Cross overs
Audi TT offroad concept
One of the major attractions of this year Beijing motor show the, Audi TT offroad concept blends sporty coupe lines of the TT with lifestyle utility of a modern day SUV.
This plug-in hybrid uses two electric motors and gives a highly dynamic performance by delivering a stunning 123mpg fuel range. Featuring the 4 wheel drive e tron quattro tech, huge 21'' wheels and high ground clearance, the vehicle shows its versatility when it comes to different terrain.
Drive select techonology, intersection assistant and online traffic light information technology are systems introduced in TT offroad, and they are almost ready for next generation production models. The show car also features audi's new induction charging tech. Horizontal lines dominate bot the interior and the exterior of the concept. We like the Audi TT offroad concept beacuase it shows flexibility of the new platform yet adding a completely new expression and unique road presence to the TT family.
BAIC BJ 100 concept
The concept carries a five-slot grille that merges into headlamps that
wrap around the edges of the grille & in the rear square taillights overall giving similar looks of the Jeep Renegade.
The spare wheel is packaged within the tailgate hatch which gives the rear of the show car a unique character line. The chunky and solid look is derived by using horizontal lines and not many surface breaks. The concept features 21'' massive alloys with high tech tweels & suicide doors giving it a more bad-ass feeling.
Land Rover Vision Discovery concept
Land Rovers chief creative officer describes the new Discovery concept as the 'vision of our future family of leisure SUV'. The concept features dynamic design language with a range of innovative features and technologies. It previews the premium and exciting new design language of the future models.
The exterior features a continuous front to back cladding along the body which gives the concept a tall and confident all terrain look. With the a pillars and roof blacked out the body color gives a lot of emphasis on the kick back c pillar which iconic to the discovery family language. The concept also previews all new unique head/tail lamps with iconic new light guides which part of Land rovers new design DNA
The advance interior is spacious and modular, featuring oil and water repellent Foglizzo premium leather which can be instantly cleaned. The easy folding & sliding seats provide a wide range of layouts from a limo like 4 seat to standard 7 seat options.
Next-generation Human-Machine Interface (HMI) technology creates a
rich and truly immersive multimedia experience for all occupants including the
doors, indicators, headlamps and seatback screens, operated by Gesture
Control. Remote Control Drive enables the driver to manoeuvre
the car at very low speed while not actually being seated inside it. Remote
Control Drive has various useful applications both on- and off-road,
from coupling a trailer, to external spotting during extreme
off-roading. Visibility is greatly enhanced in all conditions
with the powerful laser headlamps. The innovative Transparent Bonnet head-up display, Laser Terrain Scanning, all together take the Discovery Vision concept's all terrain drive capabilities to a next level.
GWM Haval concept coupe
Great wall motors known as one of biggest in the Chinese SUV manufactures, displayed the stunning Haval concept in the motor show. Designed by the new Design director who was also the ex-BMW SUV platform styling platform, the Haval coupe concept presents the future design language of the Haval brand. The show car features huge 22'' wheels, an extremely dynamic DLO line also upright LED head/tail lights which shine unique even in the dark. Even with minimal usage of chrome elements on the overall car it still gives feeling of elegant mid-sized SUV. The Haval coupe will go into production from 2016 and will retain most of its original concept looks.
Mercedes Benz concept coupe SUV
BMW's X6 was one of its kind crossover(SUV with a coupe like greenhouse) when it came out in 2009, Mercedes has entered this competition with in this Beijing motor show with its concept coupe SUV, taking the crossover category to the next level. Derived from the new DNA, a sculptural side line, stretched greenhouse and striking radiator grille with central chrome louver the car stands strong with imposing 22'' wheels. "Dynamic Select Control" provides four different transmission modes and an individually programmable setup. The upright grille is held high by the multibeam LED headlamps which take its clues from new A class vehicle at the same time the sleek stretched tail lamps with twin LED elements show the elegant treatment carried over from the new generation S-class vehicles. All together making the Concept coupe SUV a perfect fit between Merc's future line of models.
Peugeot 2008 DKR
After 25 years Peugeot has again displayed its DKR 2008 concept which will enter the grueling Dakar rally scheduled in January 2015.
Based on Peugeot's 2008 crossover, more than just another styling exercise, the DKR features an
aggressive stance dictated by the technical constraints associated with
its mission.
The 2 wheel drive transmission benefits the concept to have 37'' diameter treys & bigger suspension travel.What lies beneath the bodywork remains a secret for the moment, but the
2008 DKR’s breath-taking forms are sure to cause a stir even before the
new car starts to kick up dust as it begins to be put through its paces
in the colours of Red Bull and Total.
Other Interesting SUV/Crossover concepts.
Citroen production ready DS6 WR
Cherry concept BETA
Lexus NX 2 Production model
JAC SC-9 concept
Citroen C-XR concept
