Prospect of Performance Cars Gathering at 2020 Geneva Motor Show (Part Two)
[car home News] The 2020 Geneva Motor Show will officially open on March 3rd. Before that, we have listed some brand-new models that will be launched at the auto show for netizens. For details, please refer to the last article: "New A3 and other new cars at the 2020 Geneva Motor Show (I)". Next, we will continue to bring you a preview of the new cars at the 2020 Geneva Motor Show. In this program, we can see more high-performance models, such asHuayra Imola, paganiSuch a "Hyper Car",Aston martin Vantage/ Bentley BacalarWaiting for a sports car,New Golf GTI/ New Ming Rui RSSuch as small steel cannons andNew AMG GLE 63 S Coupe/ Audi RS Q3High-performance SUV. Have you been unable to hold back your excitement when you hear this? Then let’s take a look at this issue of "New Car Preview of 2020 Geneva Motor Show (Part II)"!
Pagani Huayra Imola Limited Edition
New car highlights: in the name of imola circuit, performance re-evolved.
Pagani Huayra Imola is the latest limited edition model of Huayra car series, and its name is taken from the imola circuit in San Marino, Italy. Five sets will be built in limited, and the price will be about 5 million euros (about 37.85 million RMB).
Based on the standard Huayra model, the new car is equipped with a more radical aerodynamic kit, but its shape is different from any special Huayra released in the past. It can be seen that the new car is painted in silver gray, and the overall suite style is not as exaggerated as Huayra BC, but it also pays attention to aerodynamic performance. At the same time, at the front and rear fenders, the new car also added a ventilation diversion port similar to a shark fin, which looks quite distinctive.
In the wheel part, the new car adopts seven-spoke lightweight wheels, which are matched with high-performance carbon ceramic brake system and Pirelli P ZERO Trofeo R high-performance tires. In the rear part, Huayra Imola uses a large carbon fiber rear diffuser and a fixed spoiler, and the taillights also adopt a blackened style, which looks more unique and exaggerated. In order to further realize light weight, Huayra Imola also used a large number of alloy materials such as aluminum, titanium, chromium-molybdenum steel, etc., and reduced the amount of paint by 5kg through new painting technology, and the final curb weight was only 1246kg.
As for the interior, Huayra Imola retains the consistent mechanical style of pagani. The flat-bottomed carbon fiber multi-function steering wheel, the exposed lever transmission mechanism and the mechanical handbrake are still equipped, and the interior panel made of carbon fiber/brown leather /Alcantara also highlights its wildness. In addition, the seat headrest of the new car is embroidered with the Imola track logo.
In terms of power, Huayra Imola continues to be equipped with a 6.0-liter twin-turbocharged V12 engine provided by Mercedes -AMG, with the maximum power increased to 838 HP and the peak torque reaching 1,100 Nm, which is 36 HP and 50 Nm higher than that of Huayra BC in 2016, and the transmission system is matched with a 7-speed sequential gearbox.
Editor’s comment:
The Huayra car series, which was born in 2011, has come to the 10th year of its life. As a niche super sports car brand, pagani, who was born in the workshop, has always been shrouded in the aura of artisans. Borrowing AMG’s engine, it can create a customized supercar with attractive performance and poor performance, and it has been admirable for 20 years since Zonda was born. As an unattainable top toy for ordinary people, Huayra Imola still belongs to only a few people. Like readers, editors only hope that after the opening of the auto show, they can learn more about and appreciate this masterpiece through car home’s first-hand reports.
Aston martin brand new V8 Vantage Roadster
New car highlights: elegant British luxury sports car
The new V8 Vantage Roadster takes elegance to the extreme. Different from the hardtop version, the new car has a brand-new front enclosure design, which makes it look more like the aston martin DB10 concept car. In addition, it is a brand-new mechanical soft-top convertible mechanism designed by the government.
It is reported that engineers equipped the car with a lightweight "Z" folding roof mechanism, weighing only 60kg. At a speed not higher than 50km/h, the roof can be lifted in 6.8 seconds, and the folding time is 6.7 seconds, which is the fastest opening and closing speed among convertible cars currently on sale (excluding manual operation).
In addition, the new car as a whole is basically the same as the hardtop version. The short front overhang, muscular side wings and exaggerated aerodynamic suite at the tail all make you feel his performance. The interior is consistent with the hardtop version, and the car has a strong fighting atmosphere. A large number of physical buttons and other designs are contrary to the popular minimalist style. All functions including air conditioning, seat ventilation/heating and gear are independent physical buttons, which is full of mechanical feeling.
In terms of power, the new car is equipped with a 4.0T V8 twin-turbo engine with a maximum power of 510 HP and a maximum torque of 685 Nm, and provides three modes: sport, sport+and track. The car’s 0-60mph(97km/h) acceleration time is 3.7 seconds, which is 0.1 second slower than the hardtop version. The car is also equipped with adaptive suspension, dynamic stability control, dynamic torque vector distribution, E-Diff (electronic rear differential) and other systems, but it has its own adjustment for the convertible version.
Editor’s comment:
Although aston martin officials have revealed that Vantage’s sales in Europe are not satisfactory, this has not stopped him from releasing convertible models. More elegant modeling and newly designed convertible mechanism will give V8 Vantage more symbols besides the track. From the domestic market, the price of 1.918 million yuan still has certain advantages in this level, but I believe it will easily exceed 2 million yuan by adding several optional items.
Bentley Bacalar
New car highlights: a perfect match between Bentley and Mulliner
Bentley Bacalar is a brand-new sports car owned by Bentley. The new car will be based on the previously released EXP 100 GT concept car, and the new car will be officially launched at the Geneva Motor Show, which opened on March 3.
The preview shows us the details of the roof line and the tail of Bentley Bacalar, in which the roof line is smooth and slip-back design, and it is integrated with the tail. In addition, the design of the tail is particularly similar to the EXP 100 GT concept car, with the "duckling tail", which brings a strong sporty atmosphere. In addition, the new car is equipped with a whirlwind-style rim design, and the tire sidewall is thin, which is in line with its GT sports car identity.
『EXP 100 GT concept car
For reference, let’s review the design of the EXP 100 GT concept car. The new car adopts Bentley’s iconic round headlight group, with shield grille and overlapping design, which looks layered. The brand-new "B" logo of the flying wing further strengthens the gas field of the whole vehicle. At the same time, when you walk into the vehicle, the light beam will light up the grille through the logo and extend along the ridge light belt in the engine compartment to light up the whole interior, which is very ceremonial.
Due to the pure electric drive, the front and rear wheels of EXP 100 GT concept car extend to the front and rear of the car body as a whole, which makes it have huge wheelbase parameters. In addition, the car body with a length of 5800mm and a width of 2400mm further explains the elegant lines of luxury large GT sports cars.
In the tail design, although the whole tail is still horseshoe-shaped, the whole tail is covered by an OLED screen, and Bentley LOGO and the main taillight group are embedded on it. The whole dynamic diamond taillight light source is displayed by the OLED screen.
It is worth mentioning that the gradually bulging tail design of the new car is a tribute to the famous continental R (R-type Continental Sports Saloon by Muller) model in Bentley history, which is also the most famous GT sports car built in Bentley history. Of course, we also saw this design in Bacalar preview.
In terms of power, the EXP 100 GT concept car is equipped with a pure electric power system with a four-motor layout. The battery density is five times that of the traditional battery (the official battery information has not been disclosed), and the peak torque of the system is 1500 Nm. In terms of performance parameters, the 0-100km/h acceleration of the new car is 2.5 seconds, the top speed will reach 300km/h, the cruising range will reach 700km, and 80% of the charge will be completed within 15 minutes. So will Bentley Bacalar use pure electric power system like EXP 100 GT concept car? Let’s wait and see.
Editor’s comment:
Undoubtedly, if Bentley can mass-produce the EXP 100 GT concept car released in 2019 intact, it will be a stunning work. However, we also know that it is very unlikely to do so, but this does not prevent Bentley from showing the future concept of the concept car in a realistic way, such as cooperating with Mulliner, an old car body manufacturer. Counting the history of cooperation between Bentley and Mulliner for nearly a hundred years, from the 3-liter two-seat version in 1923 to the R-Type Continental in 1952 and then to the Continental Flying Spur in 1957, are all legendary works. Now, this old-fashioned body manufacturer with a history of nearly 500 years is once again working on Bentley’s limited edition model. The more abundant cost and the grander brain hole will undoubtedly make this car stand out from a limited number of contemporary Bentley. How moving this car will be will be revealed in less than 10 days.
The new AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC+ Coupe
New car highlights: a coupe SUV that is handsome enough and fierce enough to run.
Compared with the previously released AMG GLE 53 4MATIC+ coupe SUV, the appearance of the new AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC+ coupe SUV is not obvious. Due to its higher positioning and fiercer performance, the AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC+ coupe SUV adopts a more exaggerated front enclosure shape, and the black panels at both ends of the through-hole have also changed from the hole-like design of the 53 model to a more direct large-size opening, which directly cools the internal cooler against the wind. In addition, the straight waterfall AMG front grille, raised engine hood and LED headlight group on the 53 model are retained.
Coming sideways, the new AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC+ coupe SUV has not changed much compared with the 53 model, maintaining a smooth and elegant overall line and a sporty body with the color wheel eyebrows, while changing into a black side skirt with a small side pedal. In the wheel part, the new AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC+ coupe SUV comes standard with 22-inch seven-spoke V-shaped AMG wheels, while the new AMG GLE 63 S4MATIC+coupe SUV without S comes standard with 21-inch AMG wheels. In addition, consumers can also choose a variety of other styles of 21-22 inch rims.
In the rear part, the new car still retains the design of model 53, and the most important change occurs at the bottom of the rear. Compared with the 53 model, the new AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC+ coupe SUV adopts a more complicated rear diffuser, which is also matched with a more exaggerated black bilateral square exhaust port.
In terms of interior, the new AMG GLE 63 4MATIC+ coupe SUV is no different from the 53 model in shape and layout, which continues the "carbon fiber" atmosphere with sporty temperament and style as a whole, but the materials and color matching in details are different. The new car is also equipped with a carbon fiber steering wheel and an AMG seat decorated with Nappa leather (other kinds of leather are optional). The S model is further equipped with gray seat belts and silver-gray seat stitching.
At the same time, the new car is also equipped with a three-spoke AMG Performance steering wheel with aluminum shift paddles. The standard model is equipped with black Nappa leather, while the S model is equipped with Nappa leather and DINAMICA microfiber. At the same time, consumers can also choose the AMG steering wheel button to quickly set the dynamic parameters of the vehicle. On the center console, the driver can adjust the ESP of the vehicle in three levels through the AMG exclusive control unit, and can also control the manual shift mode, adaptive vibration reduction system and optional AMG performance exhaust. In addition, the new car is equipped with stainless steel pedals with rubber nails, welcome pedals, and foot pads with AMG characters.
In terms of power, all the new cars are equipped with a 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine +48V light mixing system. The maximum power of the engine and motor of the standard AMG GLE 63 4MATIC+ coupe SUV is 571 HP and 22 HP respectively, and the peak torque is 750 Nm. The advanced version of AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC+ coupe SUV has the maximum engine and motor power of 612 HP and 22 HP respectively, and the peak torque is 850 Nm.
In terms of transmission system, the new car comes standard with 9-speed automatic manual transmission and AMG Performance 4MATIC+ full-time four-wheel drive system. In terms of performance, the 0-100km/h acceleration time of the standard version and the S version is 4.0 seconds and 3.8 seconds respectively. In addition, the new car also offers seven driving modes: comfort/sport/sport+/individual/track/crossing/sand.
Editor’s comment:
To be honest, the overall proportion of the new GLE Coupe, especially the part above the waistline, has improved significantly compared with the previous generation. The adjusted triangular window and D-pillar shape make the new GLE Coupe look compact and capable. With the latest family taillight design and the unique rear bumper and lower diffuser design of AMG models, especially the 63 S 4MATIC+, the rear visual effect of the new car is still fascinating. Of course, what is more expected is the roar of the 4.0-liter V8 twin-turbo engine with primitive wildness. With the increasingly stringent environmental protection policy, it takes courage and strength to keep a large-displacement V8 engine. I think the number of 0-100km/h acceleration for 3.8 seconds has revealed part of the answer to how fragrant this engine can be with the blessing of a 48V micro-mixing system.
Audi RS Q3/RS Q3 Sportback
New car highlights: under the RS badge, brothers are United, and their strength is broken.
In fact, as early as the end of September 2019, Audi released a new generation of RS Q3 and RS Q3 Sportback, but so far we have not found these two brothers in any international auto show, and this Geneva Auto Show for major European brands may become the first public appearance of these two brothers.
As a high-performance version of Q3, the main changes of RS Q3 are concentrated on the front face and the tail. The brand-new grille style and sharp surrounding design on both sides make it look not angry and arrogant. At the rear, the new car adopts a larger spoiler design, and the iconic RS rear surround and exhaust tailpipe also appear on the new car.
Thanks to the coupe roof design, the height of the new RS Q3 Sportback is reduced by 45mm compared with the standard version, thus having a lower center of gravity of the whole vehicle and making the wheels look bigger and more dynamic. In addition, although the new car didn’t specially design the wide-body fender based on the new Q3, in order to adapt to the wheel with more exaggerated specifications, the official expanded the wheel eyebrows of the new car by 10 mm..
There is little difference between the sideways and the new Q3 S-line model, because Audi Sport does not add a wide-body fender for it, and the side skirt of the new car is also consistent with the new Q3 S-line. However, the use of the exclusive aluminum exterior rearview mirror shell, 21-inch sports rim, high-performance braking system and other components of Audi performance car has fully demonstrated the identity of the new RS Q3.
In addition, the new RS Q3 Sportback in the official map also uses optional black body components. The front grille trim, exterior mirror housing, rims, side skirts, roof rails, rear fender trim, tail tags, exhaust pipes, etc. are all painted in black, with a green body, which is full of coolness. The new RS Q3 offers 8 standard car body colors, including Kyalami green and Nardo gray Exclusive to RS, and consumers can also choose customized car paint through Audi exclusive service.
In the interior part, the new RS Q3 family completely keeps the main design of the new Q3, with only some changes in details. The flat steering wheel style with shift paddles is completely continued from the new Q3 S-line model, but the perforated leather package and the RS logo at the bottom are added. The instrument panel has also been replaced with carbon fiber grain decorative board, which is also the usual design of RS models. As a high-performance car, the front sports seat is indispensable. The integrated sports seat of the new RS Q3 can be wrapped in Nappa leather or Alcantara material, with honeycomb lines sewn on it and RS exclusive LOGO, which also looks quite combative. In addition, the new car also changed the metal pedal with anti-skid pad.
In terms of power, the newly upgraded 2.5T inline five-cylinder engine reduces the weight by 26kg, and at the same time, the maximum power reaches 400 HP and the peak torque is 480 Nm. The transmission system matches the 7-speed S tronic dual-clutch gearbox and the quattro four-wheel drive system. The official 0-100km/h acceleration time of the new car is 4.5 seconds, and the top speed is limited to 250km/h(280km/h speed limit program is optional). Through MMI system, the driver can also choose up to 6 driving modes.
Editor’s comment:
There are not many competitors in the market segment of high-performance compact SUV, and the launch of Audi RS Q3 and RS Q3 Sportback is mainly due to the current consumers’ favor for SUV products. Under the same level of power and control, small steel guns are no longer enough to meet the expectations of all consumers.
In the future market, only the new AMG GLA 45 and the new AMG GLB 45 will become the competitors of Audi RS Q3 and RS Q3 Sportback. Brothers are United, and their strength is broken. No matter which brand, this sister model is adopted to expand the market share at present. However, brothers should also settle accounts clearly. As Audi RS Q3 and RS Q3 Sportback with very similar shapes, users may still be more entangled in their choices.
Mid-term change Skoda Kodiak
New car highlights: small changes to add new ideas/plug-in power blessing
Skoda officials have not officially announced the official map or other information of the new Kodiak. Combined with the previous overseas spy photos, the new Kodiak will be adjusted for the front face and tail shape. With reference to Skoda Express, which has just undergone a mid-term redesign, it is expected that the front face of the new Kodiak will also adopt the latest family-style design, including larger straight waterfall front grille, matrix LED headlights, connected front surrounding lower air intake, and penetrating chrome-plated strips with LED fog lights. The change of the tail will focus on the style update of the taillight group and the rear enclosure. In addition, SKODA LOGO is expected to replace the original brand logo and be applied to the rear of new cars.
With the promotion of the electrification layout of Skoda brand, the new Kodiak will also add the Kodiak iV model with plug-in hybrid system on the basis of retaining the existing traditional gasoline engine and diesel engine. It is expected that the new car will share the 1.4T plug-in system with the SEAT Tarraco PHEV model, with a comprehensive maximum power of 242 HP, a peak torque of 400 Nm, an acceleration time of 7.4 seconds from 0 to 100 km/h, and a pure electric cruising range of 31 miles (50 km) with a 13kWh lithium-ion battery pack. We will continue to pay attention to more information about the new car.
Editor’s comment:
Following the world premiere in September 2016, Kodiak, which positioned the medium-sized SUV, was quickly deployed by SAIC Skoda, and the domestic version was officially launched in April 2017, and the introduction action was quite fast. As a sister model of Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace/ Tiguan L, Kodiak has the same hardware foundation as Tiguan L. However, due to the differences in internal and external design and configuration, especially the influence of the brand, Kodiak’s sales in China have always been difficult to match the higher-priced SAIC Volkswagen Tiguan L.
After the release of new overseas models, the domestic version of Kodiak will definitely usher in synchronous updates soon. However, in the editor’s view, upgrades such as configuration upgrade and styling optimization are tantamount to saving the low awareness of Skoda brand in China.
● Volkswagen brand new golf GTI/GTD
New car highlights: everyone loves a small steel canNOn, and no one will say No.
"New Generation Volkswagen Golf"
The eighth generation golf has been launched overseas, and the seventh generation golf in China is still undergoing a small change. In the coming March, a brand-new overseas golf GTI/GTD model will also be released, and GTI is expected to continue to be made in China in the future.
"GTI Preview of New Generation Volkswagen Golf"
The new golf GTI/GTD will adopt a more sporty design. Judging from the official preview, on the basis of the ordinary version, the central trim and headlights of the new car are blackened, and the LED light strip also runs through the left and right front cars, which is very conspicuous. On the central decorative strip, GTI/GTD indicates that it will show its identity.
"GTD Preview of New Generation Volkswagen Golf"
Both new cars will be equipped with large-size air intake grilles, and the interior is a honeycomb mesh structure, which is quite sporty. It is worth mentioning that the two new cars have five LED light sources embedded in the grille on both sides, which has high recognition.
"A new generation of Volkswagen Golf GTI spy photos, source: motor 1"
Combined with the spy photos exposed before, the new car will adopt a set of sports appearance kits, including the above-mentioned front enclosure, sports rear enclosure, and bilateral exhaust. In addition, the two new cars are expected to be equipped with more sporty rims.
The official said that the new generation GTI/GTD models will be fully upgraded in terms of intelligence and networking, and the new car is one of the first models that can be interconnected with other vehicles through Car2X. At the same time, the new car will be equipped with a new DCC adaptive chassis control system, and the ergonomics of the sports seat will also be upgraded to provide better driving experience for drivers.
Referring to the previous news, the new Golf GTI will continue to be equipped with a 2.0TSI gasoline engine with a maximum power of 245 HP; The new golf GTD will be equipped with a 2.0TDI diesel engine with a maximum power of 200 HP. The transmission is matched with a 6-speed manual or 7-speed dual clutch gearbox. At the same time, the new car will also be equipped with Travel Assist cruise assistance system.
Editor’s comment:
The new golf GTI will further improve its power, which is definitely good news for its consumer groups. In addition, the new GTI based on the eighth generation golf will also be qualitatively improved in terms of configuration and scientific equipment, especially the application of the new generation car networking system, which makes this small steel gun more versatile. Now what we need to wait for is the announcement of more technical details and the time for domestic production.
● New Skoda Ming Rui RS
New car highlights: the return of classic cars
Since Skoda released a new generation of Ming Rui in the Czech Republic in November 2019, the preview of the new Ming Rui RS model has also been officially exposed recently. Different from the previous generation, the new Skoda Ming Rui RS will adopt a plug-in hybrid system to obtain greater power output.
From the appearance, the new car shows two body forms, the travel version and the car. The front face basically continues the design of the ordinary version, including the straight waterfall grille, but it has been blackened and has the vRS logo. There is no obvious difference between the headlights on both sides and the ordinary version, but the design of the fog lights and the air intake below is obviously more angular, which brings some aggression.
On the side of the car body, the new car still maintains the design of upper and lower double waistlines, which looks more slender. In addition, we noticed that the new car has a large petal-shaped rim design with red brake calipers, which is full of sports. In the rear part, the new car uses a lot of lines to outline, and it is more sharp. However, the new car still uses the "L" type element taillight group, which looks highly recognizable. SKODA logo in the middle, with the use of lines, the layering is very rich. In addition, the new car is equipped with two styles of exhaust decoration on both sides, which brings a certain sporty atmosphere.
In terms of power, referring to the released SEAT Cupra LEON, the new car will provide 2.0T gasoline engine /1.4T plug-in hybrid power system, both of which have a maximum power of 245 HP. In addition, the new car also provides a 2.0T diesel engine with a maximum power of 200 HP, and the transmission system is matched with a 6-speed manual gearbox or a 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox.
Editor’s comment:
A new generation of Ming Rui RS will be launched at the Geneva Motor Show. In addition to maintaining the fierce styling of a performance car, we see that the new car will be equipped with two power systems, namely a 2.0T gasoline engine and a plug-in hybrid system based on a 1.4T engine. There is only one purpose of these two power systems, that is, to improve the power output of the new car to meet its identity as a performance car. However, the reason for choosing plug-in hybrid must also be due to the comprehensive consideration of performance, durability, electrification trend and environmental protection.
For domestic consumers, Ming Rui RS is a familiar and unfamiliar model-familiar because the second-generation late version of Ming Rui RS was introduced to the domestic market for domestic sales, while unfamiliar because this car has been out of everyone’s sight for a long time, while the station wagon version has never been introduced. We think that the new Ming Rui RS will probably miss the China market in the future, but as a classic model of European compact performance cars, we are very happy to see its return.
● The new SEAT LEON
New car highlights: an all-round upgrade from the inside out
The official map of the new generation of SEAT LEON was officially released not long ago. The new car will be launched in hatchback version and travel version, and the new car will also be officially launched at the 2020 Geneva Motor Show.
The appearance of the new car has been obviously changed. The three-dimensional and more recognizable middle net is matched with the headlight combination with triangle-like daytime running lights, which makes the front face of the new car sharper. Compared with the old models, the design of double waistline is replaced by a waistline running through the whole side of the car, and the sheet metal surface on the door panel has a rich curved surface design, which brings a little soft and close taste to the whole car. The most distinctive part of the newly designed rear end is the penetrating taillight, which is the second model of SEAT to use this design after Tarraco. It is worth mentioning that the smoother and smoother body reduces the drag coefficient of the new car by 8%.
The hatchback version is 4368 mm long, 1800 mm wide, 1456 mm high and 2686 mm wheelbase, which is 86 mm longer, 16 mm narrower, 3 mm shorter and 50 mm longer than the previous generation. The travel version is 4642 mm long and 1448 mm high, with the same width and wheelbase as the hatchback version, while the length of the car is 93 mm longer than that of the old model. The increased body length of the hatchback model should be used in the seating space. The trunk volume is still 380 liters, but the trunk volume of the travel model has increased by 30 liters, reaching 617 liters.
Similar to several previously released models of the same platform under the brands of Volkswagen Group, the interior of the new Seat LEON also adopts the latest instrument panel and central channel layout, while the models using dual-clutch gearboxes also adopt a small gear design. According to SEAT’s official statement, the new generation LEON is SEAT’s first model with a complete interconnection experience, so all models come standard with a 10.25-inch full LCD instrument. At the same time, the entry-level model is also equipped with an 8.25-inch central control display. If a higher version is selected, the size of the central control display will reach 10 inches. In addition, all new cars support the interconnection between Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and have wireless charging function.
I don’t need to tell you that the power system of the new SEAT LEON is exactly the same as the other two models of the same class under the Volkswagen Group. These include an entry-level three-cylinder 1.0TSI engine with a maximum power of 90 or 110 HP, and a four-cylinder 1.5TSI engine with a maximum power of 130 HP or 150 HP, all of which are matched with manual or dual-clutch gearboxes. In addition, LEON also has a 2.0TSI engine for consumers to choose from, with a maximum power of 190 HP, which only matches the 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox. Of course, the 1.0TSIe and 1.5TSIe engines with 48V hybrid system will not be absent, but these two engines can only match the dual-clutch automatic transmission. At the same time, the new LEON has only two diesel engines, both from a 2.0TDI engine with a maximum power of 115 HP or 150 HP.
Of course, the fourth generation of SEAT LEON also has plug-in hybrid models. The 1.4TSI engine and a motor can output 204 horsepower, and the battery pack with a capacity of 13 kWh can also provide 60 kilometers of pure electric cruising range under the WLTP cycle. The new LEON equipped with the above power system will be officially launched in the second quarter of 2020, and the more powerful version of Cupra will be available in the third quarter at the earliest.
Editor’s comment:
Compared with Skoda above, SEAT, another brand under the Volkswagen Group, may be a lot stranger to everyone. Although this Spanish brand once briefly entered the China market, it was only a flash in the pan. As a compact car under the SEAT brand, the new SEAT LEON has been replaced for the second time since it left the China market. Compared with the previous "Hot Blood" design style, the new car’s appearance design is more fashionable, and its configuration has also been fully upgraded. The more powerful Cupra LEON has also released an official map recently. The new car is equipped with a 1.4T plug-in hybrid and a 2.0T engine with different adjustments, providing more choices for consumers who love performance.
● The new Fiat 500e
New car highlights: take the step of Fiat 500 replacement.
『Mirafiori factory』
FCA has completed the electrification production line of Mirafiori factory in Turin, Italy. The production line has started the trial production of Fiat 500e, which will be officially mass-produced in June 2020. In addition to producing Fiat 500e, the factory will also produce electrified versions of Maserati Ghibli, GranTurismo and GranCabrio in the future. As we all know, FCA is accelerating the transformation of electrification.
『The new fiat 500e tests spy photos.』
The new Fiat 500e will be built on a brand-new platform. Although the overall design looks not much different from the old one, it will be improved in performance, space and other aspects. The new car will cancel the traditional air intake grille, which will be more aerodynamic and more modern in shape.
The new car will also adopt a modular power battery solution to provide different capacity power batteries for consumers with different travel needs. It is also reported that the cruising range of this comprehensive working condition is 125 miles (about 201 kilometers).
Editor’s comment:
As mentioned above, FCA is making every effort to promote the electrification transformation of its brands, whether it is Fiat, which is positioned as an ordinary brand, or Maserati, an ultra-luxury brand. In the next 1-2 years, we will see their core models fully electrified. The release of the new Fiat 500e will also open the pace of the replacement of this classic model. It is reported that the traditional version of the new Fiat 500 will be released later, and it is possible to derive a five-door design version of Giardiniera. Let’s look forward to it.
Kia brand-new Souranto
New car highlights: "Korea Highlander" has been fully upgraded, but the introduction is hopeless.
Kia has already released a brand-new official map of Souranto, which adopts the latest family-style design of Kia, and its overall style is tough and burly. The roaring middle net is connected with the LED headlight group, and a chrome-plated decorative strip wraps the headlight and the middle net, which widens the horizontal visual width of the front. On the side of the car body, the new Souranto also adopts a rigid line design, with a straight waistline extending from the headlights to the taillights. At the same time, the window frame trim behind the C-pillar and the inclined D-pillar shape also add to its fashion sense.
In terms of dimensions, the new Souranto has a length, width and height of 4810/1900/1700mm and a wheelbase of 2815mm. Compared with the current models, the length/width/wheelbase of the new car has increased by 10mm/10mm/35mm respectively, and it is expected that the space performance will be further improved.
The tail design of the new Souranto has its own characteristics, and the taillight group has a longitudinal split layout. With the vertical LED strip, it looks quite recognizable. At the same time, the shape of the tailgate panel of the new car is also very unique, and the concave and convex lines create a more rigid visual experience. At the bottom, the through chrome-plated strip and the two exhaust decorations on both sides are equipped with a lamp group (presumably reversing lamp/rear fog lamp/reflector), and the real exhaust port is hidden inside the rear enclosure.
In terms of interior, the center console of the new car maintains the same straight design style as the car body, and the rich horizontal lines also outline a relatively distinct layering. The interior of the new car adopts a two-color design as a whole-except for the black part above the center console, the rest are designed in the same color as the car seat and door panel, which is very classy with the atmosphere light strip, black painted panel and silver metal frame. Like most popular designs, the new Souranto is also equipped with a full LCD instrument and a central control panel, in which the LCD instrument is 12.3 inches and the central control panel is 10.25 inches, which has built-in main car entertainment and driving assistance functions.
In terms of power, the new car offers three power options, of which the 1.6T hybrid model has a maximum power of 230 HP and a peak torque of 350 Nm; The 2.5T gasoline model has a maximum power of 277 HP and a peak torque of 421 Nm. The 2.2T diesel engine has a maximum power of 199 HP and a peak torque of 440 Nm. In terms of transmission system, in addition to the 6-speed automatic manual transmission, some power models of the new Souranto will also match the new 8-speed dual-clutch transmission. At the end of 2020, Kia will also add a plug-in hybrid version of the new Souranto.
Editor’s comment:
Once upon a time, Kia Souranto/Souranto L had excellent popularity and reputation in the hearts of domestic consumers. With imported quality, spacious 7-seat space, outstanding reliability, rare diesel power at the same level and high cost performance, Souranto/Souranto L became a recommended product in the field of medium-sized SUVs. However, soon after the last imported model, Stinger, was introduced at the end of 2017, the imported Kia began to gradually withdraw from the network, and the Souranto L model also stopped selling. At present, there are no imported Kia models on sale in China market.
Therefore, I’m afraid the new generation of Souranto will miss the domestic market. For domestic consumers, the new Souranto can only be "just a look". Horizontally, the dominant Highlander is still selling well, and the replacement model will be made in China in 2020. At that time, its combat effectiveness will be further improved, and the status quo of dominating the same level market will probably continue.
● New modern i20
New car highlights: exquisite small hatchback
In terms of appearance, the new i20 adopts a hexagonal middle net, which increases the overall area. Headlights on both sides are connected with the middle net, and there is a LED strip on the upper part. In addition, the front bumper of the new car is more sporty, and the air inlets on both sides are triangular in design, and fog lights are hidden in it. The new i20 is positioned in a small hatchback car, with a lower side and sharper body lines compared with the current one. The new car in the official map also uses a two-color body and a silver rim with complicated shapes. In terms of body size, the width of the new car has increased by 30mm and the wheelbase has increased by 10mm, which means that there will be more seating space in the car.
Looking at the tail, the new i20 has a more radical tail design. The triangular taillights arranged horizontally are located in the middle of the vehicle, with a penetrating light strip in the middle. Compared with the current model, the position of the rear fog lamp is more sunken. In addition, we also found that the new car is equipped with a lower spoiler, which is quite sporty as a whole.
Judging from the design sketch released this time, the overall interior style of the new modern i20 is young and fashionable, and its center console adopts layered design as a whole. Among them, the top is a suspended central control panel, and the outer frame is designed in an irregular shape. The modern i20 is also equipped with a full LCD instrument, which adds a sense of science and technology. In addition, the louver-shaped panel running through the center console is also conspicuous, and the air-conditioning outlets at the center and co-pilot positions are also hidden in it, while the lower air-conditioning control button area adopts a convex design, which adds a sense of fashion. At the same time, we can also see that the interior of the new car is decorated with bright yellow, which is expected to be the same color as the body.
In terms of power, the official has not disclosed more information, and it is not ruled out that it will increase the choice of electrification. For reference, the current i20 is equipped with a variety of power including 1.0T, 1.2L and 1.4L gasoline engines and 1.1T and 1.4T diesel engines. In addition, the new i20 is also expected to launch the N-series high-performance version, which will be equipped with a 1.6T engine with a maximum power of 200 HP.
Editor’s comment:
I20 is a small hatchback car owned by Hyundai brand. After replacement, the appearance of the new car is sharper, while the interior is more fashionable and the product strength is improved. However, although the i20 looks very pleasing, in view of the fact that sedan cars are the main small cars in the domestic market at present, the probability of introducing the i20 in the future will not be too great, but the hatchback car is more in line with the preferences of the European market, which is one of the reasons why it chose to launch at the European Auto Show.
Full text summary:
As the first large-scale international auto show in Europe in a year, the Geneva Auto Show is always so rich and surprising. After reading two issues of "New Car Preview of 2020 Geneva Motor Show", I wonder what impressions you have left on these upcoming new cars? What kinds of cars are you looking forward to very much? Which models will be introduced into the domestic market in the future? More answers will be left to the auto show that will open in March, when car home will also bring the first report, so stay tuned! (Text/car home Information Section)