2017 Hyundai Elantra Coming In January

The 2017 Hyundai Elantra, just under an inch longer and an inch wider than its predecessor, off ers the 147 horsepower 2.0-liter Nu MPI Atkinson four-cylinder engine on the base SE and Limited trim and is paired with either a standard six-speed manual transmission (available only on the SE trim) or Elantra's next generation six-speed automatic transmission for an anticipated 29 city / 38 highway / 33 combined mpg (internal estimate for 6-A/T). The second powertrain is an all-new 128 horsepower 1.4-liter Kappa turbocharged GDI four-cylinder engine mated to an EcoShift seven-speed dual-clutch transmission equipped on the Elantra Eco trim, available in Spring 2016 and projected to achieve an estimated 35 mpg combined rating based on internal testing. Available options include Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Keep Assist, Blind Spot Detection with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and Lane Change Assist, and a rearview camera.The 2017 Elantra will arrive at Hyundai dealers in January.

Scion C-HR Concept

The Scion C-HR Concept, named for its Compact size and High Ride height, is an eye-catching stand-out at the Los Angeles Auto Show.

Subaru Impreza Sedan Concept

The Subaru Impreza Sedan Concept is the first example of Subaru's next-generation vehicles using a new modular platform.

Mazda CX-9 Coming This Spring

The all-new Mazda CX-9 three-row midsized crossover SUV features the new 2.5-liter direct-injection turbocharged gasoline engine, SKYACTIV-G 2.5T producing 250 horsepower on 93-octane gasoline and 227 horsepower on 87-octane gasoline. CX-9 is scheduled to go on sale in Spring of 2016 in the U.S.

2016 Honda Civic Coupe Coming In March

The 2016 Honda Civic Coupe, the second in a series of new 10th-generation Civic models, will launch with a new 158 horsepower 2.0-liter DOHC i-VTEC™ engine with anticipated EPA fuel-economy ratings of 31/41/35 mpg (city/highway/combined) for models equipped with CVT. This engine can also be equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission on the lowest trim. Civic Coupe mid to highest trims are powered by a new 174 horsepower 1.5-liter DOHC direct-injected TURBO with anticipated EPA ratings of 31/42/35 mpg. The wheelbase is 2.9 inches longer and the body is 1.9 inches wider and the front overhang is 1.4 inches shorter. The 2016 Civic Coupe launches in March.

2017 Kia Sportage Is Longer and Goes On Sale Next Year

The all-new 2017 Kia Sportage offered in front or all-wheel-drive has a 181 horsepower 2.4-liter engine on the LX and EX models and a 241 horsepower 2.0-liter inline-four turbo on the SX Turbo mated to a a six-speed Sportmatic transmission. The wheelbase has been stretched 1.2 inches to 105.1 inches, while overall length has increased 1.6 inches to 176.4 inches and the width remains 73.0 inches, compared to its predecessor. The Sportage goes on sale next year with pricing to be announced closer to the Sportage’s on-sale date.

2016 Nissan Sentra Goes On Sale Next Month

The 2016 Nissan Sentra, Nissan’s third best-selling vehicle behind Altima and Rogue, offered in S 6MT, S Xtronic, FE+ S, SV, SR and SL trim levels, has a 130 horsepower 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine mated to an Xtronic transmission with sub-planetary gear. A 6-speed manual transmission is also available with the Sentra S grade. Significantly revised, the Sentra has new front and rear fascias, grille, fenders, hood, signature boomerang-shaped headlights and taillights and a new 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheel design. It is scheduled to go on sale at Nissan dealers nationwide in late December starting price of $16,780.

Mercedes-Benz SL550 Coming In The Spring

The new Mercedes-Benz SL will offer the SL450 with a V6 engine uprated to 362 horsepower (additional 34 hp) and the SL550 with the 449 horsepower V8 engine. The new Mercedes-Benz SL launches in the U.S. in the spring of 2016.

2017 Fiat 124 Spider Coming Next Summer

The all-new 2017 Fiat 124 Spider is rear wheel drive powered by a 160 horsepower 1.4-liter MultiAir Turbo four-cylinder engine mated to a six-speed manual transmission or a six-speed automatic transmission and is available in Classica and Lusso trim levels. The all-new Fiat 124 Spider will arrive in FIAT studios in North America in summer 2016.

2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio Coming Next Year

The all-new 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio rear-wheel-drive sedan built in Italy has a 505-horsepower 2.9-liter bi-turbo V-6 engine. Production for North America begins late in the second-quarter of 2016 with a starting MSRP of around $70,000. Following the launch of the all-new 2017 Giulia Quadrifoglio, Alfa Romeo will introduce the full-line of Giulia models that will include an an all-aluminum 276 horsepower 2.0-liter direct-injection four-cylinder turbo engine on the entry-level model that will start around $40,000. Giulia will also offer an all-wheel-drive system with torque vectoring.

2017 Ford Escape With Two New Eco-Boost Engines

The 2017 Ford Escape SUV offers a new 245 horsepower twin-scroll turbocharged 2.0-liter EcoBoost and a 180 horsepower aluminum-block, twin-cam 1.5-liter EcoBoost with integrated exhaust manifold engine choices, and the 2.5-liter i-VCT four-cylinder engine carries over as standard equipment for the Escape S series. A six-speed automatic transmission is standard across the line, with new paddle-shift technology available for Escape SE and Titanium. Available SYNC® Connect allows users to unlock doors, check fuel level and even locate where a vehicle is parked. Escape customers can continue to select from S, SE and Titanium trim levels, as well as a new Sport Appearance Package available for SE and Titanium.

2017 Acura NSX Arrives After 4 Years Of Development

The new 2017 Acura NSX, made of aluminum and composite exterior body panels with an optional carbon fiber roof panel, has a new hybrid power bespoke, 573 horsepower mid-mounted twin-turbocharged, 75-degree 3.5-liter DOHC V6 engine with dry sump lubrication, mated to an all-new 9-speed dual clutch transmission and Direct-Drive Motor. The front Twin Motor Unit driving the front wheels is part of the Sport Hybrid Super Handling All-Wheel-Drive (SH-AWD) system. When accelerating, the system provides instantaneous torque via its three electric motors, the rear direct drive motor and front Twin Motor Unit. Top speed is 191 miles per hour. Construction of the NSX will take place at the new Performance Manufacturing Center (PMC) in Marysville, Ohio.

Hyundai G90 To Launch As EQ900 In Korea Next Month

The Hyundai G90 luxury sedan, launching next month as the EQ900 in Korea, the new Genesis brand’s flagship model, is the first of six new - G - for Genesis models coming by 2020.

2016 Audi Q7 Coming Early Next Year

The all-new, second generation Audi Q7, powered by a 333 horsepower 3.0 TFSI quattro® engine mated to an eight-speed Tiptronic® transmission, comes in Premium starting at $55,750, Premium Plus starting at $59,750 and Prestige starting at $65,250 (including destination charge of $950). The exterior dimensions have remained similar to the outgoing model while it offers more interior room for passengers with seating for up to seven standard. Available Audi virtual cockpit features a large, 12.3-inch display that delivers at 60 frames per second with NVIDIA® quad core processing power.

The Q7 has a lot of safety features including standard Audi pre sense city that detects cornering and stationary vehicles as well as pedestrians, at speeds of up to 52 mph and initiates full braking when a potential collision is detected. Vehicle exit assist has a side assist warning light which blinks and notifies the driver when vehicles or cyclists are approaching from behind as the vehicle doors are opened. The all-new Audi Q7 goes on sale at the beginning of 2016.

2016 Audi S8 plus Starts At $115,825 Next Month

The 2016 Audi S8 plus, the latest variant of the A8 flagship sedan, with a 605 horsepower 4.0 TFSI engine mated to an eight-speed Tiptronic® transmission, an increase of 85 horsepower compared to the outgoing S8, starts at $115,825 (including destination charges of $925). The S8 plus accelerates from 0-60 mph in 3.7 seconds to a top track speed of 155 mph. The optional Dynamic package includes high performance ceramic brakes, a carbon rear lip spoiler, a modified sport exhaust system and an increased top speed limiter, which increases the sedan’s top speed to 190 mph. The optional Black optic exterior package includes carbon fiber mirror housings, a black Singleframe® grill and window surrounds, a carbon front blade and diffusor trim and darkened taillights. The 2016 Audi S8 plus will go on sale next month.

2016 Audi RS 7 performance On Sale Next Month For $129,925

The all-new 2016 Audi RS 7 performance with a 605 horsepower 4.0 TFSI engine mated to an eight-speed Tiptronic® transmission with a 0 to 60 mph time of 3.6 seconds reaching a top track speed of 190 mph starts at $129,925 (including destination charges of $925). The RS 7 performance is differentiated from the standard 560 horsepower RS 7 with carbon ceramic brakes and RS sport suspension with Dynamic Ride Control along with a redesigned bumper with rear diffuser insert and sport exhaust black tailpipes, carbon mirror housings and the gloss black RS Singleframe grille. New RS 7 performance exclusive 21” cast aluminum wheels come standard. The interior of the RS 7 performance comes standard with RS sports seats, with the option for black Valcona leather and Alcantara with blue contrast stitching and carbon twill blue inlays. The RS 7 performance will go on sale next month.

2017 Audi R8 Offering More Horsepower Coming This Spring

The 2017 Audi R8 is powered by either a 540 horsepower  5.2L V10 engine, an increase of 15 horsepower from the previous R8 model, or a 610 horsepower R8 V10 Plus, an increase of 60 horsepower over its predecessor. The Audi R8 and R8 LMS racecar were co-developed and share approximately 50 percent of the same parts, including the V10 engine. The 2017 R8 will be on display at the Los Angeles Auto Show Nov. 20 - 29 and goes on sale in the Spring of 2016.

2017 Cadillac Crossover Touring 5 - XT5 - Coming Late Spring 2016

2017 Cadillac Crossover Touring 5 (XT5), 278 pounds lighter than the current SRX, will be powered by the new 310 horsepower 3.6-liter V6 engine in the U.S. market mated to a new 8-speed automatic transmission with Electronic Precision Shift, an electronically controlled transmission shifter, and features Active Fuel Management cylinder deactivation technology, which allows the engine to seamlessly and automatically switch to a fuel-saving 4-cylinder mode under low or moderate loads. Rear-seat legroom is increased 3.2 inches in the XT5, compared to the SRX. There's an optional new advanced “twin clutch” all-wheel drive system. Cadillac President Johan de Nysschen, who as President of Infiniti decided to give all their vehicles the "Q" designation is giving Cadillac crossovers the "XT" nomenclature. XT5 production begins in the U.S. and China in Spring 2016.

2016 Honda Civic Sedan Starts At $19,520

The 2016 Honda Civic Sedan, the 10th generation, completely new-from-the-ground-up with a 1.2-inch-longer wheelbase yet 68 pounds lighter than before, starts at $19,520 (including $880 destination charge) for the LX trim, $150 more than the outgoing model. It features a new 158-horsepower, 2.0-liter i-VTEC™ engine in the LX and EX trims, while Civic EX-T, EX-L and new line-topping Touring models are powered by a 174-horspower 1.5-liter DOHC TURBO engine. EPA fuel economy ratings for the 2016 Civic Sedan are 31/41/35 mpg(city/highway/combined) for 2.0-liter models with continuously variable transmission and 31/42/35 mpg for 1.5-liter TURBO models with CVT. New standard equipment includes automatic climate control, auto-up/down front-power windows, an electronic parking brake with Brake Hold and Walk-Away auto door locks. The Honda Sensing™ option includes Collision Mitigation Braking System™, Lane Keeping Assist and Road Departure Warning, and adds, for the first time, Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow.

Range Rover Evoque Convertible Coming In Mid-2016

The Range Rover Evoque Convertible, with a fully-automated roof that stows in 18 seconds, and can be raised in 21 seconds at speeds up to 30 mph, is powered by 240 horsepower turbocharged four-cylinder engine mated to a nine-speed automatic transmission. The Range Rover Evoque Convertible, shown as a concept at the 2012 Geneva Auto Show, goes on sale from mid-2016 in more than 170 markets worldwide.