McLaren have made a come back this year. They have finally revealed complete details of their new machine, the McLaren MP4-12C, a supercar which hopes to go against the Ferrari 458 Italia. While it may not be as insane as the McLaren F1, this new model still packs a punch.
Mazda have revealed a special edition for the MX-5 Miata at the Chicago Auto Show to celebrate 900,000 units being produced. It is an upgraded version of the top model, the Grand Touring. Only 750 units will be made.
ABT is offering a performance package for the 2011 Audi A7 Sportback. The package includes facial and engine upgrades on both the 3.0-litre petrol and diesel engines.
Land Rover revealed details of the 2011 Range Rover Autobiography Ultimate Edition and plans to show it off at the Geneva Auto Show. The model will feature an upgraded handcrafted interior. Only 500 units will be sold worldwide.
Volkswagen revealed the 2012 Jetta GLI at the Chicago Auto Show. It is slightly longer than the previous Jetta and will have the 2.0-litre turbocharged engine.
Mercedes-Benz has released details of the 2012 C-Class Coupe and it will debut at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show in March. This is a completely new model, as there was no coupe earlier in the C-Class line-up, although it is replacing the CLK-Class. Two models have been revealed, the C250 and the C350.
Dodge showed off the new 2012 Charger SRT8 at the Chicago Auto Show. Under the hood, the new 6.4-liter HEMI V8 offers more horsepower and torque than the old 6.1-litre HEMI V8. It will also have improved fuel efficiency.
The 2012 Hyundai Genesis debuted at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show with minor exterior design changes, new direct-injection technology for its Lambda V6 engine, new 8-speed automatic transmissions and better chassis tuning. A modern 5.0-litre direct-injection V8 engine is now available with the new 5.0 R-Spec model, which includes unique 19-inch machined-finish alloy wheels, and sport-tuned transmission, suspension and steering calibrations.
The 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 debuted at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show. It will be the most powerful Camaro developed by Chevrolet. It will have a more developed chassis with improved suspension and brakes for better handling. And of course, the engine will churn out a lot more power with the help of a supercharger.
Cadillac is offering a Black Diamond Edition of the high-performance CTS-V that comes with a host of performance options and exclusive tri-coat paint, called ‘Black Diamond’.