The 63rd International Frankfurt Motor Show will open its doors to the world’s media starting Tuesday Sept. 15th and some of the hottest wheels on earth will be seen in the flesh for the first time.
The cars will range from the super sexy to the super sensible, from an Audi R8 Roadster to a brand new plug-in hybrid from Toyota Motor Corp.
Some of the cars will remain exclusive to Europe, but many will be making their way to North America and Canada. There will be fast and expensive cars, as well as frugual and inexpensive ones.
Here, then, is a rundown of some of the cars making their first appearance on the world’s automotive stage at the 2009 show.
Aston Martin
The production version of the four-door Aston Martin Rapide, as well as a V12 Vantage.
Audi
• Potential new RS models from Audi, including an RS5 and a most-anticipated RS3, as well as a possible electric vehicle of some sort.
• Stunning new R8 Roadster. Also the A5 and S5 Sportback.
BMW
• 2010 BMW ActiveHybrid X6, slated to become the most powerful hybrid in the world.
• A BMW concept called Vision Efficient Dynamics that is extremely fast as well as frugal in its use of fuel. Also the BMW X1 and 5-Series GT.
Ferrari
• A new Ferrari to replace the aging F430. The official unveiling of the new 458 Italia, another breathtaking design by Italian corrozzeria Pininfarina.
Ford
• Ford Motor Co. says it plans to show the redesigned version of its C-Max, a small minivan sold in Europe similar to the Mazda5.
Honda
• The official reveal of the 2010 Honda CR-V, the popular compact utility that gets a fresh new look.
Hyundai
• Hyundai will show its new Tuscon, known as the Hyundai ix35 in Europe, as well as another concept for a small car.
Kia
New 2010 Sorento SUV as well as the Venga, a mini MPV.
Lamborghini
• The 2010 Lamborghini Reventon Roadster, a car that is more fighter jet than automobile and priced accordingly at $1.75 million U.S.
Mazda
A facelifted CX-7 with a turbo diesel that could potentially come to North America as well as a stripped-down version of the MX-5 – the Mazda MX-5 Superlight – to celebrate its 20th anniversary.
MINI
• Mini will celebrate its 50th birthday with a special anniversary edition coupe.
Mercedes
• A new supercar from Mercedes, the SLS, as well as the E-class wagon, or “Estate.”
McLaren
• A new supercar from McLaren, the MP4-12C.
Porsche
• 2010 Porsche GT3 RS, a track ready street-legal 911.
• 2010 Porsche 911 Sport Classic, that won’t come to Canada, but is nevertheless a stunning take on a regular 911, as well as the new Porsche 911 Turbo and Turbo cabriolet and 911 Cup car.
Saab
• 2010 Saab 9-5.
Toyota
• The 2010 Prius plug-in hybrid vehicle, or PHV, which Toyota says can be recharged at a household outlet.
• A luxury compact from Lexus called, so far, the LF-Ch Concept.
Volkswagen
• 2010 Volkswagen Polo that many have widely speculated is coming to Canada.
Volvo
• 2010 Volvo C70 convertible with a new hard top as well as new C30.
Stay tuned for more reveals, but this is a start to what you can expect.
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