2019 a preliminary review of the Geneva motor show
Here are some of the novelties we will see in the Geneva motor show in a month
VW T-Roc R, a small entry level SUV from Skoda, a compact electric car Audi e-Tron, the Peugeot 208, Mercedes A 45 AMG, Renault Clio, Porsche 911 Cabrio are some of the future stars of the Geneva motor show that will soon flash their paint coating on the catwalks of the biggest motor show of the year!
A little information about the future of the Geneva motor show in 2019
Ten days from 7 to 17 March in Geneva will be one of the most important motor shows of the year. Many automakers want to get on it, for the sake of promoting their ambitious new and restyled models. This is one of the few car showrooms, which people still eyeing whose opinion is important in the automotive community.
The special charm of the event adds that it will occur in 2019 in the 89th time, so it is easy to calculate that the first motor show was held in 1930.
In the spring of 2018 at the motor show was shown more than 100 standard models for the most famous car brands and about 50 conceptcars.
This year’s Geneva salon will focus on the spectacular sport cars, concept cars and prototypes of the cars of the future. Of course, as always, manufacturers in Geneva will also introduce a new compact small car, SUVs and luxury models. A preliminary review of the new products you’ll see right now! We have selected for you all the most interesting premieres, which can be expected on 2019 Geneva Motor Show, which is known at the moment that they are sure to be there. Pleasant viewing:
Polestar 2
To begin the preliminary review of the Polestar model 2, for which Volvo is the parent company. In June 2017, Volvo has announced that Polestar will become a manufacturer of electric cars to the high end segment. The first all-electric Volvo will be released under the brand Polestar and compete with the Tesla Model 3. Here is a photograph of an electric SUV with a capacity of ≈ 400 HP, with a power reserve of 560 km. most Likely, the price of the car will be from 34 000 to 56 000 euros. Production is scheduled to begin in 2019.
Skoda Kamiq
New Skoda compact SUV received the name Kamiq. He will be part of the lineup, which the Czechs began to develop from their large SUVs and Karoq Kodiaq. Under the steel body is Kamiq platform “MQB-A0” from Wolfsburg, which is also already using the VW Polo and Seat Arona. It also formed the basis of the new Czech model Scala, which will soon replace the Rapid.
The engines under the hood Kamiq is a small three – and four-cylinder gasoline engines, a new type of drive on natural gas and 1.6-liter diesel engine in two capacity variants to choose from. Four-wheel drive, alas, is not provided.
The initial price tag can be about how Seat Arona, which is about 17,000 euros (1.2 million rubles).
Secret new Bentley
Bentley is celebrating its 100th anniversary and will present a special model in Geneva on the occasion of the anniversary. The first teaser picture shows Bentley badge with the date “1919 and 2019”, and part of the grille.
Honda Urban
Also see Geneva: the prototype of a new electric vehicle from Honda – the production version will appear later this year. Entering the market in 2020, with pre-orders in the spring of 2019.
Small car visually based on the study, which was shown in 2017 at the Frankfurt motor show (IAA). In other words, before we brought the car in a reduced design, which revived form of the original Honda Civic.
Despite the fact that the prototype was a two-door hatchback, its pre-production version of complemented by two more doors, this will allow more convenient to travel to four adult passengers in the city and the countryside.
And yet, the novelty will be electric. On this first “Civici” could only dream of!
Renault Twingo
Renault will bring to Geneva a model of the Twingo. Refreshed French babe gets an updated front end and new headlights with C-shaped illumination. In the cabin, Renault will install an upgraded infotainment system “Easylink” which will be managed by a seven-inch touch screen.
The rear lights also echo the “C”-shaped with the front headlights.
A choice of three petrol three-cylinder engine models among which a pair of turbocharged engines with a capacity of 65 and 75 HP and one aspirated. Expect a fully electric version, at least the third generation has this option.
Volkswagen T-Roc R
Volkswagen leads all around its body size model T-Roc R, but to run it in serial production is not yet solved, despite a year of sales of the basic version of similar new crossover model.
The world premiere of a high-performance version of the new items seems quite obvious for Geneva 2019.
Some of the technical elements VW do not hesitate to borrow from its subsidiary, Audi, namely the model SQ2, presented in Paris. She, in turn, was equipped with power unit from the Golf R series. Thus, it is possible to speak of a three-liter four-cylinder engine producing 310 HP from the Golf R under the hood of the T-Roc. It is very likely that the drive will use all-wheel drive transmission 4Motion.
Crossover Audi e-Tron
Audi the same focus in Geneva on the topics of the future. We are talking about compact electric crossover model e-Tron. Purely electric model to hit the market in 2020. A preliminary study of Ingolstadt, will be shown at the Geneva motor show.
The basis of the electric vehicle lies a compact electric SUV-sized Q3 on the platform of the MEB, the drive of which will be newly developed electrical architecture from VW Group, where, for example, built another novelty of the near future – VW ID Neo.
For your crossover Audi has planned the installation of three batteries, which differ in volume by 46 kWh, 60 kWh and 80 kWh. warranted mileage from 330 to 500 kilometers.
Mercedes A-Class (A 45) AMG
Mercedes-AMG, most likely, will bring to Geneva its new charged version of the A-Class – the A 45. Gave the AMG A-Class even greater performance: probably to 421 HP (!) in the model “S” version, and about 387 HP for the “regular” version A 45. We are waiting for new transmissions and a drift mode!
BMW 7-Series
The Bavarian flagship will be revised in 2019. At the beginning of the year, a few months before the official premiere, the Internet leaked the first pictures of the model. The design turned out quite controversial. This, you, all the currently known details, you can read our previous articles:
BMW has modified its flagship huge “nostrils”: the refreshed BMW 7-Series
Degradation BMW 7-series: how not to do a restyling and update the model
Under the hood is expected a hybrid version of the motors, and the new 4.4-litre V8 with a power of 530 HP for the version of the 750i xDrive. It will make 80 HP more than its predecessor. Version V12 will lose power compared to the predecessor, 25 HP
Two Porsche models with manual transmission
Porsche will offer the entry-level model 718 718 Boxster and Cayman purist versions with the prefix “T” (Touring).
Both models 718 Boxster and Cayman T 718 T is built around a four-cylinder engine producing 300 HP with 380 Nm of torque. The performance of both versions, which will be presented in Geneva, compared to conventional 718-m Porsche, doesn’t change anything. Porsche will continue to issue a maximum speed of 275 km/h, acceleration to 100 km/h in 5.1 seconds, or 4.7 seconds. The last result is available for models with the PDK Sport Chrono package. The only and main difference will be the presence of a short-stroke six-speed manual transmission. This is the whole “salt” thuringowa version.
Buggy from VW
According to rumors, VW may present study buggy in Geneva. This seems to be true because the company in father Christmas sent out postcards with a silhouette of a car with an open top, with Santa Claus inside.
It should be based on the platform of the MEB, the actuator is fully electric, the model will be part of a new family ID.
Volkswagen develops the first electric buggy: it can become a production model
Peugeot 208
A radical renewal of the Peugeot 208 instead of the rounded corners – cut lines and folds. Peugeot goes to a Bank in terms of design.
Lamborghini Huracan Evo
Lamborghini Huracán Huracán turns into Evo. After five years (!) development the Italians changed it is not only the name but also added more power, improved aerodynamics and all specifications. As Cheburashka said: “We are building, building and finally built!”
Lamborghini continues to rely on the legendary 5.2 litre V10. The capacity will be increased to 640 HP and 600 Nm.
Porsche 911 Cabrio
911 Porsche will introduce a 911 cabriolet of the 992 generation, which will premiere in Geneva.
Skoda Scala
New car, new name: after almost seven years of production of the Skoda Rapid, the Czechs derive successor. Name: “Rock”, but which is not the Dwayne Johnson.
Renault Clio
It’s time for the new Clio. The current model is on the market since 2012. Geneva motor show will be the perfect opportunity for Renault to showcase the new Clio with a completely different design based on the style of the Renault Mégane.
Audi A6 Avant
Audi can bring to Geneva the famous version of the A6 Avant. In General, the differences are visible in appearance. What will remain unchanged is the air suspension and all-wheel drive in base, six-cylinder diesel and petrol engines.
BMW X7
Well, the BMW, well, X7. Again and again? Like already showed it? Yes, definitely showed!
Alpina B7
In parallel with the facelift 7-Series, Alpina also prepared for the Geneva Motor Show its loaded the update – model B7 on the basis of “Seven”. New Alpina should get sporty “makeover” and will ride on a typical series 21 – inch wheels. The engineers also provided the model improved suspension and brakes. The 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8 with 800 Newton metres of torque can get a slight increase in power. Perhaps in a revised version of the model will provide up to 620 horsepower.