| SPLAT OUT BMW M3 concept |
| Bugs take cover! There's a new swatter in town and it relishes the thought of some crustacean bodies on its windshield. BMW finally have pulled the wraps on the M3 concept and given show-goers a glimpse of what to expect when they finally reveal the production model later this year. With a 4000cc V8 and 420 bhp driving the rear wheels through a six-speed manual or dual clutch gearbox, the M3 might just be ordered by the local municipality in their vermin killing drive. |
| SHAKE A LEG Lamborghini Gallardo Superleggera |
| Lamborghini is getting unbelievable by the day. With the new Superleggera Gallardo, not only do they want to take the fight straight to Ferrari's upcoming F430 Challenge Stradale, but rule the roost in the entry-level supercar segment. With 525 bhp of peak power from the 5200cc V10, the Superleggera is 100 kg lighter and 0.2 seconds faster in the dash to 100 kph. |
| i SPY Hyundai i30 |
| This is Hyundai's latest super hatch. The i30 is based on the good-looking Kia C'eed which in turn is based on the new Hyundai Elantra platform. Ditching famous monikers like Accent and Sonata, the alphanumeric Hyundai will be powered by either a 1600cc 113 bhp or 120 bhp engine with a five-speed manual or a four-speed auto and a 2000cc 141 bhp engine mated to a six-speed manual. Expect the next Hyundai PA to be designated the i10. |
| GREEN AND BARE IT Honda Small Hybrid Sports concept |
| The hybrid bug has bitten everyone and Honda thinks there's space for even a small sports car using hybrid tech. Using the four-cylinder IMA petrol/electric engine, the Honda Small Hybrid Sports Concept (big name for a small car) hopes to deliver a fun package while ensuring the environment has minimal impact. With those huge wheels, a gaping grille and doors that begin in Narita and end in La Guardia, this concept is one that's left us with scratching heads. |
| COUNT ZAGATO Spyker C12 Zagato |
| It's the kind of car the Dutch royalty would love to own. Spyker's new flagship is a limited edition coupe with 24 units destined for some lucky monarchs and head honchos. Powered by Audi's famous 6000cc W12 engine, it produces 500 bhp and enough torque to shred tarmac faster than you can say Count of Monte Cristo. Spyker claims the car is inspired by its MF1 Spyker, making it one of countless other supercars drawing inspiration from Formula 1. |
| OUT IN THE OPEL Opel GTC concept |
| Opel has a habit of bringing out some stunning concepts at the European shows. This, the Opel GTC concept is just another in recent years. With a 300 bhp engine and four-wheel drive, the GTC concept has the makings of yet another interesting Opel like the Antara SUV. Based on the underpinnings of the next generation Vectra, this stunner has all the ingredients for a production car. |
| X FACTOR Toyota Hybrid X concept |
| The Prius has been Toyota's pride for years. But it's time for a replacement and we think this is it. Nicknamed the Hybrid X for now, we believe it has all the makings of the next Prius. With a low-ish stance yet wider track, the Hybrid X uses two design themes "" the J-Factor and Vibrant Clarity (yeah, whatever) "" while it has LED lighting systems and drive-by-wire for the techno geeks. It wouldn't look out of place in 2020: A Space Odyssey now, would it? |
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