Detroit Auto Show 2012 (3): Korean and European OEMs
Numerous HVs, PHVs, and EVs exhibited
2012/03/09
- Summary
- Hyundai and Kia: exhibit Elantra, the 2012 North American Car of the Year, Genesis Coupe, a high-performance coupe, and Elantra EV
- VW unveils Jetta HV and also showcases an EV concept that is based on the Beetle
- Audi exhibits 2013MY New A4, S4, and A3 e-tron
- BMW showcases ActiveHybrid models of 5 Series and 3 Series
- Mercedes-Benz exhibits the New SL high-end model and a HV that is based on the E-Class
- VOLVO showcases the XC60 Plug-In Hybrid Concept
- Porsche exhibits 911 Carrera Cabriolet
Summary
The 2012 North American International Auto Show (Detroit Auto Show) was held in Detroit, Michigan on January 9-22, 2012. The exhibition report has been broken down into three reports. This is the third report that covers concept cars and commercial models (planned to be launched) exhibited by Korean and European OEMs. Korean OEMs such as Hyundai and Kia, and European OEMs including Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Volkswagen (VW), Audi, Volvo, and Porsche showcased multiple eco-friendly models such as new gasoline-powered vehicles and hybrid vehicles (HVs).
Related reports: |
Detroit Auto Show 2012: Japanese OEMs (Feb, 2012) |
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