The 83rd Geneva motor show, tagged the 2013 Geneva motor show holds from 5th march to 17th march at the Palexpo Convention Centre, 1218 Grand-Saconnex. The show started with a 2-day press briefing before it opens to the public. The Geneva motor show is known as a neutral ground for all automakers, but it was obvious from the first day of the show that the big European brands are waiting for the 65th Frankfurt motor show in September. Japanese and Korean manufacturers took charge and came with some new production models and impressive concept cars that could become a production reality very soon. Here are some of the super cars unveiled at 2013 Geneva Motor show:
Rolls Royce Wraith
Rolls Royce has unveiled a new car, the Wraith at the 2013 Geneva Auto show. A glance at the Wraith reminds one of the Rolls Royce’s Ghost; both are essentially the same. The car has a solid, streamlined design and it is powered by a V12 engine that delivers 620-horsepower and 590 pound-feet of torque to the car.
One of its most impressive features is a satellite-aided ZF transmission. Thanks to a GPS device, the transmission keeps track of the roads ahead, so it can automatically queue the gear needed for the road. Aside from this transmission, the Wraith also comes with all the trimmings one would expect in Rolls Royce. It features a Starlight Headliner 1,340 fiber optic lights, coach doors, Phantom-grade leathers and Canadel paneling. The car will start at $320,000 USD in the U.S. and 245,000 Euro in Europe.
Lamborghini Veneno
The Aventador J speedster was the star of the show at the last Geneva motor show. The Italian automaker did enough to claim the top price at this year’s event with the Aventador-based Lamborghini Veneno that was revealed on March 4, 2013. The exotic car was named after a bull that killed a matador in 1914. With a 750 hp 6.5-litre naturally aspirated V-12 (used by the Aventador hardtop) and a claim of 221-mph top speed (0-60 mph in less than 3 seconds), the $3.9 million Veneno is the fastest and the most powerful bull Lamborghini has ever built.
According to the Associated Press, three copies of the car will be produced, and they are already sold out.
Subaru Diesel Hybrid Viziv Crossover Concept
Subaru has unveiled a futuristic Diesel Hybrid Viziv crossover concept at the Geneva Motor Show 2013. The Viziv (Vision for Innovation) previews the Subaru’s design language.
The car uses a new Subaru Boxer Diesel Hybrid powertrain which consists of a 2.0-litre turbodiesel flat-four engine, a lithium-ion battery pack, and three electric motors. One of the electric motor is connected to a continuously variable transmission, while the other two are connected to the rear wheel.
Alfa Romeo 4C Launch Edition
A regular 2014 Alfa Romeo 4C and a Limited Launch Edition were unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show. This marks the return of the Alfa Romeo 4C to the U.S. market. The 2014 Alfa Romeo Launch Edition is differentiated from the 4C coupes by some aesthetic upgrades. The 2014 Alfa Romeo 4C is powered by a direct-injected 1.8-litre turbo-four paired with a six-speed dual-clutch transmission to deliver 240 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque. The two variants are expected to hit the market later this year. Pricing should be announced before the expected on-sale date.
2014 BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo
The 2014 BMW 3 Series GT will be offered in two specification, 328i and 335i. They will be powered by a 300-hp, 300-lb-ft turbocharged 3.0-liter I-6 or 240-hp, 255-lb-ft turbocharged 2.0-litre I-4. The engines are paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Pricing information of the car will be announced sometime before it lands in dealerships next summer.
2014 Bentley Flying Spur
The 2014 Bentley Flying Spur has made its debut at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show. A 616 hp at 6000 rpm and 590 lb-ft of torque at 2000 rpm twin-turbo, 6.0-litre W-12 engine lies under its hood. The engine is paired with a new ZF eight-speed automatic transmission which replaces the outgoing model’s six-speed automatic. The car features a new Bosch engine management system which can be used to improve turbocharger control, torque management, drivability, low-speed responsiveness and emissions control.
Honda Civic Tourer Wagon Concept
The Civic Tourer concept took the center stage when it was unveiled at the Geneva Motor show 2013
this week. The new Civic Tourer Wagon concept retains the previous model’s front end shape with LED accent lights and unique bodywork. It also features Tourer’s invisible D-pillar, a raked rear glasshouse, LED taillights and a rear bumper with sculpted central dual exhaust.
The car will be powered by a 1.6-liter turbodiesel I-4 engine among a range of gasoline and diesel engines.
2014 Volkswagen Golf Wagon
A new Golf wagon variant known as the Jetta Sportwagen in the U.S. was unveiled some days ago at the Geneva Motor show 2013 with an assortment of gas and TDI diesel engines and 4Motion all-wheel drive. A 1.2 liter and 1.4-liter turbocharged I-4s will be offered on the gas side and a 1.6-litre 104/108-hp turbodiesel I-4 engine or a 2.0-litre 148-hp turbodiesel I-4 on the diesel front. The 1.2-litre gas range includes 84-, 89-, and 104-hp engines, while the 1.4-liter includes a 120-hp and 138-hp engines.
The new Volkswagen Golf Variant wagon will be available in dealerships across Europe this August. The new Golf variant will get to the U.S. in early 2015 with fewer engine options, Jetta Sportwagen badging and some minor interior changes.
2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray
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