The A1 will be Audi's smallest car when the covers are pulled from it at the Geneva show in March. We'll see the car in our showrooms in October where it will be taking the fight to the Mini. It's based on the VW Polo but posher and will cost upwards of around £14k. Only available as a three-door.
Bentley Mulsanne
A new Bentley, what ho! The Mulsanne is a welcome step forward with a completely new 6.75-litre, V8 engine that's got nothing to do with the old Arnage's V8 (which goes back to 1959). She'll cost £200k this May.
Chevrolet Spark
Chevrolet means two things: outrageous muscle cars and cheap family motors. In the latter department the new Spark arrives in March - a five-door city car with prices starting at £6,000. Aimed at younger drivers with a spec to suit. Bound to be a big seller.
Honda CR-Z
I thought this car was coming last year but obviously it's a bit late. It'll be worth the wait though because it's the first affordable yet interesting hybrid car. It certainly looks cool. The price will be around £18,000 but we've still not been told about all the oily bits under the skin. We'll find out in April.
Kia Venga
Not quite as sexy as a new Ferrari but the Kia Venga is rather more real world. A rival to the Nissan Note and Vauxhall Meriva, with a flexible and spacious five-seat cabin, it comes with Kia's usual competitive pricing and an amazing seven-year warranty. It's fairly sure to attack its rivals with a vengeance.
McLaren MP4-12C
If we're lucky, the new McLaren road-going supercar might arrive before the end of the year. It'll cost about £160k and will be powered by a 500bhp V8. With Button and Hamilton in its F1 team, this new car could play a blinder for the boys and girls from Woking.
Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG
Another sexy beast that we've talked a lot about. The magnificent Merc SLS arrives in time for summer at about £155k. Of course, we'll all call it the Gullwing because of its upwards-opening doors.
Volvo S60
After what seems like five years of teaser piccies, the new Volvo S60 goes on sale in July from £21k. Volvo assures us it'll be fun to drive.
Alfa Romeo Giulietta
Last year the new Alfa was the little Mito and we rather liked it. Very well-priced, cute looks and fun to drive. Now on its way is the car that replaces the 147 hatchback. It's called the Giulietta and is a sharp-looking motor. It should be good value, too. Available as a five-door, in the spring.
Aston Martin Cygnet
If you fancy spending £25,000 on a £10,000 Toyota iQ then the Aston Martin Cygnet is for you. The Cygnet is a tarted-up Toyota that has Aston styling features. You'd have to be mad to buy one. But the pint-sized poser arrives in September.
BMW 5 Series
A new generation of 5 Series arrives in April. Bigger than the current one, the new Five comes in high spec - all models come standard with lots of leather. Expect two things: EfficientDynamics gizmos and a strong order book.
Citroen DS3
Someone should drug-test Citroen's designers because their performance has been remarkable over the past 12 months. In March, the new DS3 will arrive and I can't wait. It's as smart and posh as the Mini. Prices from £12,500.
Ferrari 458 Italia
Let me at it! A "small" Ferrari with a 9,000rpm 562bhp V8 engine, 202mph top speed, seven-speed twin-clutch gearbox and race-car handling. Doesn't look too shabby, either. What's not to like - apart from the £160k price tag?
Jaguar XJ
This is the first Jaguar XJ saloon that doesn't look exactly like the original '68 XJ. It's certainly going to turn heads. Prices for the new Jag start at £50,000. It's big but thanks to the use of aluminium it's extremely light - only 1,650kg. It's posher inside, too.
Mini Crossman
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