For car lovers, the first days of March are always exciting, as one of the most important events in the auto industry begins - the Geneva International Motor Show (international motor show). This year's motor show is number 85 in its 110-year history and impresses with presentations of visionary vehicles of the future and new models that will hit the roads in the coming months. We have reviewed some important innovations for you.
Geneva Motor Show (Salon International de l'Auto Geneva) or This year, the Geneva International Motor Show hosts more than 220 exhibitors, which were brought to the masses for viewing 900 exhibition exhibits. There aren't as many revolutionary innovations this year as usual, but the manufacturers have provided a bunch of excellent concepts that will successfully lead us into the future of motoring. We have summarized and collected some of the most important ones for you.
Supercars on steroids & concepts
Brand Aston Martin brought the ultimate to Geneva Vantage GT3, which hides 592 horses under the hood, which it squeezes out of the V12 engine. It can be yours for just over 340,000 euros. But that's not all, they also presented Vulcan, which can be described as a hypercar with more than 800 horsepower. The latter will be produced in extremely small numbers and only for selected collectors.
The Aston Martin Vulcan spews its power like volcanic lava.
The Aston Martin Vulcan spews its power like volcanic lava.
The Aston Martin Vulcan spews its power like volcanic lava.
The Aston Martin Vulcan spews its power like volcanic lava.
The Aston Martin Vulcan spews its power like volcanic lava.
The Aston Martin Vulcan spews its power like volcanic lava.
The Aston Martin Vulcan spews its power like volcanic lava.
The Aston Martin Vulcan spews its power like volcanic lava.
Audi he never fails us and brings at least one great concept every year. This time a concept Audi Prologue Avant indicates the future of this brand's station wagon models with new directions. He already showed it some time ago Audi Prologue Coupe.
Audi Prologue
Audi Prologue
Audi Prologue
Audi Prologue
Audi Prologue
Audi Prologue
Audi Prologue
Audi Prologue
Rumors have already started in the public that the prologue should be a good indication of the future generation of the A8 model, but this was neither confirmed nor denied by Audi.
The passenger cabin will be extremely refined and futuristic and completely digital. The screens, when not in use, will function as piano black applications.
Immediately behind the lever of the S-tronic automatic transmission, through which and with the help of the standard quattro drive, the drive will always be sent to all four wheels, there will be a large OLED screen, which will combine all the classic buttons and shutters.
That's right Audi greatly refreshed his R8, a flagship in the super sports class, which shares many technical details with its brother – the Lamborghini Huracan, and in its second generation comes with permanent all-wheel drive. It is even sharper and bolder.
Fresh from Ingolstadt. R8 V10.
Fresh from Ingolstadt. R8 V10.
Fresh from Ingolstadt. R8 V10.
Fresh from Ingolstadt. A8 V10.
With the GT concept - a study of a two-seater, Bentley goes where Aston Martin and Ferrari are today. Bugatti is celebrating and at the same time saying goodbye to the Veyron with the La Finale variant, which will be the last to be sold Veyron and that makes it something special. Ferrari brought the 488 GTB, the successor to the legendary Ferrari 458 Italia, which impresses with a V8 engine assisted by a turbo. With 660 horsepower, we see it on the side McLaren 675LT, also presented at the motor show.
Ferrari 488 GTB
Ferrari 488 GTB
Ferrari 488 GTB
Ferrari 488 GTB
Ferrari 488 GTB
Ferrari 488 GTB
Ferrari 488 GTB
Ferrari 488 GTB
The 3.9-liter V8 is a real technological gem, as it produces an almost incredible 172 hp per liter of volume.
The latter brought an even more brutal one to the fair McLaren P1 GTR, which hides 986 horsepower under the hood and has a collector's high final price of 2.7 million euros.
The McLaren F1 GTR and its youngest relative the McLaren P1 GTR.
The McLaren F1 GTR and its youngest relative the McLaren P1 GTR.
The McLaren F1 GTR and its youngest relative the McLaren P1 GTR.
The McLaren F1 GTR and its youngest relative the McLaren P1 GTR.
The McLaren F1 GTR and its youngest relative the McLaren P1 GTR.
The McLaren F1 GTR and its youngest relative the McLaren P1 GTR.
The McLaren F1 GTR and its youngest relative the McLaren P1 GTR.
The McLaren F1 GTR and its youngest relative the McLaren P1 GTR.
The McLaren F1 GTR and its youngest relative the McLaren P1 GTR.
Lotus has introduced a revamped Euro 400, which promises more driving pleasure.
Lotus Evora 400
Lotus Evora 400
Lotus Evora 400
Lotus Evora 400
This is how most of us mere mortals will see the Lotus Evora 400 on the road. From behind.
Lotus Evora 400
Lotus Evora 400
Lotus Evora 400
Lotus Evora 400
Mercedes but teases its fans with the AMG GT3, which represents the wet dream of every fan of the brand with a star and an off-roader G500 4×4, which has no equal in the offroad world.
Mercedes-Benz G 500 4×4²
Mercedes-Benz G 500 4×4²
Mercedes-Benz G 500 4×4²
Mercedes-Benz G 500 4×4²
Mercedes-Benz G 500 4×4²
Mercedes-Benz G 500 4×4²
Mercedes-Benz G 500 4×4²
Mercedes-Benz G 500 4×4²
Mercedes-Benz G 500 4×4²
Porsche boasts legendary 911-ico with the designation GT3 RS and its smaller brother Cayman GT4.
Porsche Cayman GT4
Porsche Cayman GT4
Porsche Cayman GT4
Porsche Cayman GT4
Porsche Cayman GT4
In the family "garage"
Let's leave the world of super sports cars and see what we can drive from Geneva to our "family" garage. Audi is teasing fast dads with a variant Audi RS3, probably one of the hottest "hot hatches" of this year's salon with 362 horsepower and acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in a mere 4.3 seconds. BMW he showed live new series 1 in both 5-door and 3-door versions.
The new BMW 1 Series
The new BMW 1 Series
The new Enica looks much more like the 4 series from the front end, and some affinities can also be found with the X4. For the first time in this model, the front lights can shine exclusively in LED technology.
The new BMW 1 Series
The new BMW 1 Series
BMW 1 Series
The new BMW 1 Series
The new BMW 1 Series
The new BMW 1 Series
The new BMW 1 Series
The new BMW 1 Series
The new BMW 1 Series
The new BMW 1 Series
The interior has gained less than the exterior image, however, the central console with the iDrive controller has been slightly changed, and the upholstery is also new.
The new BMW 1 Series
The new BMW 1 Series
The new BMW 1 Series
And a "bloated" family minivan BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer, which has an additional third row of seats and can host 7 passengers. Unique for BMW.
The new BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer
The new BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer
The new BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer
The new BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer
The new BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer
The new BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer
The new BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer
The new BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer
The new BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer
The new BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer
The new BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer
The new BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer
The new BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer
The new BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer
The new BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer
The interior will be even more family-friendly and airy, and in the first place, except for the slightly higher height, there are no measurable differences in terms of spaciousness.
In the third row, at the buyer's request, there will be space for two more movable seats, which, according to what has been seen, will offer enough space for at most a child or at most an adult of medium height.
The new BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer
The DS brand finally "got rid" of the Citroen brand and became an independent car brand. DS thus presented slightly of the revamped DS5.
model DS5
model DS5
model DS5
For the first time in the DS5 model, the lamps will be able to shine only in LED technology, which was borrowed from the recently renewed DS3.
When presenting the model, the French like to emphasize that it is completely equivalent to the models of established premium brands.
Ford he showed us Focus RS - the third generation of the most evil family "hatchback" with a furious 316 horses.
Ford focus RS 3.0
Ford focus RS 3.0
Ford focus RS 3.0
Ford focus RS 3.0
The sporty note of the interior will be strengthened by the lower-cut steering wheel and additional gauges on the top of the center console, while the central screen will display much more numerous engine operation data, lateral acceleration and stopwatch data.
Ford focus RS 3.0
Ford focus RS 3.0
Ford focus RS 3.0
Ford focus RS 3.0
The expectedly toxic front end is further supported by an aero body kit that embraces the vertical LED daytime running lights, while the main ones shine in a traceable bi-xenon technique.
Honda presented the toxic Civic with the Type R label and the legendary city SUV - the Honda HR-V, which will hit our roads already this summer. Hyundai continues its model offensive and presents of the rejuvenated i30.
Hyundai i30 (2015)
Hyundai i30 (2015)
Hyundai i30 (2015)
Hyundai i30 (2015)
Hyundai i30 (2015)
Hyundai i30 (2015)
Hyundai i30 (2015)
Hyundai i30 (2015)
Hyundai i30 (2015)
Hyundai i30 (2015)
Hyundai i30 (2015)
Hyundai i30 (2015)
Hyundai i30 (2015)
Hyundai i30 (2015)
Hyundai i30 (2015)
He also brought the new i20 coupe and a nice SUV to Geneva Hyundai Tucson.
Hyundai tucson 2015
Hyundai tucson 2015 - side line
Hyundai tucson 2015 - rear
Hyundai tucson 2015 - interior / The interior has been cleaned just right to run extremely clear and clean.
Hyundai tucson 2015 - multimedia
Land Rover presented a renewed Range Rover Evoque, which after four years got a renewed face and slightly changed lines.
Range Rover Evoque
Range Rover Evoque
Range Rover Evoque
Range Rover Evoque
Range Rover Evoque
Range Rover Evoque
Range Rover Evoque
Range Rover Evoque
Range Rover Evoque
The design changes are mainly concentrated on the front part of the vehicle, in the area of the lights, the engine cover and the bumper below it.
Range Rover Evoque
Range Rover Evoque
The interior was also slightly refreshed, and the emphasis, in addition to elegance and prestige, is also on advanced technology.
Range Rover Evoque
Range Rover Evoque
Range Rover Evoque
Opel he presented the wildest version of Corsa, which carries the OPC label. It promises 207 horses, which allow it to accelerate to 100 km/h in 6.3 seconds and reach a top speed of 230 km/h.
Opel corsa OPC
Opel corsa OPC
Opel corsa OPC
Opel corsa OPC
Opel corsa OPC
The front part will be similarly aggressive as its sister Astra OPC, which is ensured by the "aero body kit", and it also inherited the exclusive "flash blue" color from its bigger sister.
The rear spoiler will be available for the first time in this type of (OPC) model, in two variants. Even the basic one will be concrete, and the more bulky one will offer even more pressure to the ground.
Opel corsa OPC
Opel corsa OPC
Opel corsa OPC
Opel corsa OPC
Opel corsa OPC
Opel corsa OPC interior
Opel corsa OPC interior
Opel corsa OPC
Opel corsa OPC interior
The interior also got the expected sporty look, and the highlight is the shell-shaped Recaro front seats.
Opel corsa OPC
Renault wants buyers who like taller vehicles, so it's entering the SUV market with a cute one To Kadjar.
Renault kadjar
The front part will be expectedly dynamic, the kinship with clio and captur models is obvious.
Renault kadjar
The front part will be expectedly dynamic, the kinship with clio and captur models is obvious.
Renault kadjar
Renault kadjar
Renault kadjar
Renault kadjar
Renault kadjar
The daytime LED signature is in the shape of the letter C, full LED lights are available as an option
Renault kadjar
The interior will be recognizably Renault's, but some detail will still be able to be connected with its sister Qashqai, with which it shares many components in addition to the platform.
The front part will be expectedly dynamic, and the kinship with the clio and captur models is obvious.
Renault kadjar
Renault kadjar
Basically, off-road versions will have the extended grip system, and some will also be available with (Nissan's) four-wheel drive.
Renault kadjar
Too bad impresses the new generation Damage Superb for which we are the only one that will be a thorn in the side of both Volkswagen Passat, Audi A6 and Ford Mondeo.
New Škoda Superb 2015
New Škoda Superb 2015
New Škoda Superb 2015
New Škoda Superb 2015
New Škoda Superb 2015
New Škoda Superb 2015
New Škoda Superb 2015
New Škoda Superb 2015
For fast dads, Škoda offers a new vRS-badged Octavia with 227 horsepower, they say – the fastest Skoda ever. Poisonous! Toyota showed the renewed Auris and Avensis! Volkswagen does not rest and continues to coordinate and update all models in its range. Volkswagen Touran surprised with an extremely dynamic appearance in its third generation.
The new Volkswagen Touran looks extremely dynamic and at the same time much more aerodynamic.
New Volkswagen Touran 2015
New Volkswagen Touran 2015
New Volkswagen Touran 2015
New Volkswagen Touran 2015
New Volkswagen Touran 2015
New Volkswagen Touran 2015
On the outside, the new Touran looks quite similar to the previous generation. Few people will notice the extra 13 centimeters.
New Volkswagen Touran 2015
New volkswagen touran 2015
She keeps him company the new Sharan, equipped with new technologies and more economical and cleaner engines.
Volkswagen Sharan (2015)
Volkswagen Sharan
"Ironing" of beauty wrinkles and slightly more compactness - all achieved by finishing the details of the body.
Volkswagen Sharan (2015)
Volkswagen Sharan (2015)
An interior that is increasingly limousine-like – the Volkswagen Sharan
Volkswagen Sharan
Volkswagen Sharan (2015)
Volkswagen Sharan
The distinctive shape of a sedan in its class – Volkswagen Sharan
Volkswagen it is Passat dedicated version All track, which brings robust protective plastic, 4×4 drive and many "off-road" adjustments that will enable trips to more challenging terrain.
Volkswagen Passat Alltrack
Volkswagen Passat Alltrack
Volkswagen Passat Alltrack
Volkswagen Passat Alltrack
Volkswagen Passat Alltrack
Volkswagen Passat Alltrack
Volkswagen Passat Alltrack
Volkswagen Passat Alltrack
Volkswagen Passat Alltrack
Volkswagen Passat Alltrack
The interior will be very similar to that of the "civilian" versions of the Passat Variant, with the difference of a few inscriptions of the version and slightly richer equipment than is the case for the basic Passats.
Volkswagen Passat Alltrack
This year's auto show will be Volkswagen also filled in after winning the European Car of the Year award in 2015, which he received for Volkswagen Passat.
Volkswagen Passat 2015 / European Car of the Year 2015
The car surprises with a lower silhouette that exudes more dynamism.
Futuristic led display, instead of classic counters, is also available in the best model equipment for an additional fee.
There is still a classic amount of space in the back.
The rear is decorated with led optics, which differ in graphics for the model equipment.
The station wagon version of the Passat is more popular in our country. But the sedan is also extremely consistent.
Dynamics and tastes are satisfied by a rich range of engines.
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