Volkswagen ID.3 Electric Vehicle

Volkswagen has released the final version of one of the most important cars it's ever made — the ID.3, an affordable all-electric car that VW is betting its future on. Built on an EV platform that will be used for several cars and SUVs, the ID.3 bears a strong resemblance to the Golf hatchback, with a smoother, more refined shape. Three tiers of the ID.3 will be available when the car starts deliveries in 2020, each with a different amount of range. The base model will be able to travel up to 205 miles, topping out at 340 miles for the top trim level. Inside, you'll find a higher level of tech than in VW's other cars, with the experience centering on a 10-inch infotainment screen. An interesting touch is the lack of buttons for everything but the windows and hazard blinkers — everything else is controlled via the touchscreen or touch-sensitive pads. VW says the ID.3 will come in under $33,000 for the base model, with no plans to bring it to the US for now.

Honda e Coupe

Honda's first all-electric car is ready for production, and the public debut is coming at the 2019 Frankfurt Auto Show. Designed for urban driving, the E is a beautiful combination of modern and retro, with a healthy dose of classic Civic styling. A 152 horsepower electric motor makes 232 lb-ft of torque with a range of 137 miles — not Tesla territory, but great for the city driving that the car is designed for. The 35.5 kWh battery can fast-charge to 80 percent in 30 minutes, enough to travel 110 miles. The E has copious amounts of tech, with industry-firsts like side-view cameras that replace the outer mirrors and a digital dash that spans the interior. The only disappointing this about the E is where it won't be sold — the United States. Other than that, it looks to be one of the most appealing small cars on the market.

2019 Rolls-Royce Ghost Zenith Collection

Ten years after its introduction at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show, the Rolls-Royce Ghost is nearing the end of production. An undeniable hit for Rolls-Royce, the Ghost is getting a proper send-off at the peak of its run with the Zenith Collection. The 200EX concept from which the Ghost derived has a place of honor in each of the 50 Zenith models. Inspired by blueprints, an enlarged engraving carved from an ingot made from the 200EX was divided into 50 pieces and is mounted on the center console. Occupants will get treated to a spectacular show in addition to being swathed in luxury, with the Shooting Star starlight headliner configuration. Stars will shoot randomly from front to back, making an already incredible experience even more unforgettable.

Audi Q3 Sportback SUV

Audi is taking its flagship Q8 SUV and downsizing it in the mid-size Q3, positioned to take on fellow German rivals BMW and Mercedes in the booming segment. Taking the design language of the Q8, the Q3 maintains the muscular looks of the larger SUV and Audi's lineup of sedans, with the Sportback adding a coupe-like fastback design that gives it a significantly more sporty look. Despite the increased ride height, Audi has engineered some pep into the Q3 Sportback, with standard multi-mode sport suspension and engine options ranging from a 2.0-liter diesel to a 226 horsepower turbo four-cylinder, with a mild hybrid arriving sometimes after launch. A surprise announcement was the transmission options, with a manual being available on the quattro all-wheel-drive model. The Q3 Sportback will hit the European market in Fall 2019.

Bentley Flying Spur First Edition Sedan

Bentley's new Flying Spur sedan will be launching with an exclusive First Edition for its first year of production. The First Edition adds several features to one of the world's fastest sedans, most prominently First Edition Union Jack Badging on the front fascia, fenders, and treadplates, and a new Flying B emblem that retracts into the hood when the car is locked. In the interior, First Edition badging is can be embroidered into the headrests, and Bentley's Rotating Display — switchable between touchscreen display, veneered cover, or three analog dials — is standard. A full-length retractable sunroof features color-matche Alcantara blinds that deploy when the sun is highest. Optional 22" Mulliner wheels are available, and the performance is astounding — 0-60 in 3.7 seconds and a top speed of 207 MPH.

Lightyear One Solar Electric Sedan

An electric vehicle isn't truly zero emissions when it depends on the existing power grid to charge its batteries. The Lightyear One aims to reduce the impact of relying on the outlet for charging by covering the roof and hood in over 16.5 feet of advanced solar cells. These cells can operate independently of one another, meaning that if part of the car is in the shade, the part in the sun will generate electricity to power the car. Plug-in charging is going to be the main source of energy, however, and the Lightyear One can charge around 217 miles from a European 230v outlet overnight, or 354 miles in an hour with the fast-charging system. Total range with a full charge is over 450 miles, with the potential to go even further depending on the solar cells. Lightyear is taking orders for the One now, with a production run of 500 cars and a delivery date of 2021.

2020 Bentley Flying Spur Sedan

Bentley is introducing the third generation of the Flying Spur, billing it as an ultra-luxury sedan that's as enjoyable to drive as it is to be driven in. The technology has been ramped up in the new Flying Spur, with a 48-volt electrical system and aluminum and composite monocoque. All-wheel-steering is available for the first time in a Bentley, along with active roll bars and an electronically-controlled air suspension that can switch between limousine-plush and sports sedan-firm and the flick of a switch. The twin-turbo W12 returns, making 626 horsepower and pushing the massive Flying Spur from 0-60 in 3.7 seconds and on to a top speed of 207 MPH, getting you to your destination as fast and as fresh as possible. Orders start Fall 2019, with deliveries beginning in early 2020.

Polestar 2

The first all-electric car from the electric performance brand, the Polestar 2 isn't just a competitor for Tesla's Model 3, but a statement of Polestar's future ambitions. It fits a 78 kWh battery under the floor of a crossover platform, providing a stable base with low CG for added safety and comfort. Two motors — one in the front, one in the rear — provide 408 hp, 300 kW, and a 0-62 time under five seconds, and the regenerative braking system helps extend the range out to 275 miles. The aerodynamic fastback profile makes room for five doors, all of which open to an interior that mixes avant-garde design with old-world comfort. That includes vegan materials, the world's first Android-powered infotainment system with Google Assistant, Google Maps, and Google Play Store, and phone-as-key technology that enables everything from easy car sharing to having the cabin prepared before you even open the door.

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Rolls-Royce Wraith Eagle VIII Coupe

Captain John Alcock and Lieutenant Arthur Brown made the first nonstop flight across the Atlantic ocean in 1919, piloting a Vickers Vimy biplane powered by two Rolls-Royce Eagle VIII engines. The 20.3-liter V12s made 350 horsepower, helping Alcock and Brown average 115 MPH for the flight — and performed flawlessly the entire time. The journey was fraught with trouble from the beginning, with the pilots becoming lost in a freezing cloud bank before breaking through and navigating by the stars to Ireland and safety. To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the heroic feat, Rolls-Royce is building 50 Wraith Eagle VIII special edition coupes, loaded with special features recalling the flight. Gunmetal and Selby Grey two-tone paint mark the night skies, and interior paneling of smoked eucalyptus vacuum metalized in gold with copper and brass that recall nighttime images of Earth from above. The starlight headliner is a map of the stars on the day of the flight in 1919, with red fiber optics marking the moment the pilots broke through the clouds, and constellations and the flight path embroidered in brass thread — a fitting tribute to Rolls-Royce's illustrious history.

Volvo V60 Polestar Engineered Wagon

Volvo knows wagons, and the company is expanding its lineup of Polestar-engineered cars with the V60 estate. The 2018 S60 was the first Volvo to get Polestar's touch, and demand for the car was strong enough that Volvo decided to add more models. The V60 Polestar has a 2.0-liter turbo- and supercharged four-cylinder that powers the front wheels, while the rear wheels are powered by an electric motor. The two powertrains put out a combined 415 horsepower and 495 lb-ft of torque. Fellow Swedish company Ohlins adds their top-shelf suspension tech with coilover dampers and Brembo provides six-piston brake calipers — as serious equipment as you'd find on any performance sedan. The sublimely beautiful styling is enhanced with alloy wheels, subtle wheel arches, and a black grille. Sales start this summer, and with the S60 sedan selling out in under an hour, getting your name on the list ASAP is imperative.

Cadillac CT5 Sedan

The Cadillac CTS brought the venerable American luxury marque into the modern era. It's gone now, but GM has its replacement ready for the New York Auto Show and has released images and specs a few weeks early in the form of the 2020 CT5. The CT5 is built on an updated version of the Alpha platform that also underpins the Camaro and outgoing CTS — which is good news, as those cars have a reputation for great handling. Engine choices are a turbo-charged 2.0-liter four-cylinder and a twin-turbo 3.0-liter V6. Cadillac didn't specify power figures, but those are the same engines available in the larger CT6 and make 237 and 404 horsepower respectively and should carry over to the CT5. A 10-speed transmission backs up each motor in both rear- and all-wheel-drive models. Expect more details when the car debuts in just over a month in New York.

Mercedes-AMG S 65 Final Edition Sedan

This is it — the last of the Mercedes-AMG biturbo V12s that have been meticulously refined for over 16 years. Mercedes is seeing the V12 out with a bang in the S 65 Final Edition Sedan. Every box on the long S-Class options list has been checked, including everything from a panoramic roof to individual rear seats. Every Final Edition comes finished in high-gloss obsidian black metallic paint, with bronze 20-inch wheels and matching contrast rings around the front grille and openings. The exterior paint scheme is matched in the interior, with black leather seats and copper-colored contrast stitching on all surfaces from the quilted-pattern seat stitches to the floor mats. Interior badging denotes every car as "1 of 130" — only 130 will be made — along with an engine fitters badge noting the name of the person who handbuilt the last of the Mercedes V12s.

2019 Rolls-Royce Phantom Tranquillity Sedan

Named for the feeling you get sitting inside one — or just having enough zeros on your account statement to afford one — the Rolls-Royce Phantom Tranquillity is a highly exclusive version of one of the world's exclusive cars. The gallery is inspired by the radiation shadows of the Skylark space rocket, rendered here in stainless steel, 24-karat gold plating, and space-grade aluminum. Continuing the space theme, a piece of meteorite can be found inside the volume controller, and the roof is embedded with LEDs that resemble the night sky. Available in standard and extended wheelbase versions, it's limited to just 25 examples worldwide.

2019 Cadillac CT6-V Sedan

Cadillac's CT6-V is ready for the masses — or the 275 people lucky enough to get their hands on one. Cadillac's latest V model is going to be limited to just that many examples, and each one comes with a special two-day stay at the Cadillac V-Performance Academy that will show you how to get the most out of your sport sedan. The all-new 4.2L Twin Turbo Blackwing V8 arrives as advertised with 550 hp and a "hot V" configuration that flips the normal layout of the cylinder heads' intakes and exhausts, mounting the turbochargers at the top of the engine to practically eliminate turbo lag. All that power is sent to the unique 20-inch wheels via a 10-speed automatic transmission and is kept under control via a custom 19-inch brake system from Brembo. The CT6-V is available for order now at Cadillac dealers nationwide.

2020 BMW 7 Series Sedan

BMW has redesigned its flagship 7 Series sedan to be bigger than ever — and not necessarily in chassis dimensions. The new sheet metal is peak Twin Kidney Grille, with BMW saying that the trademark styling cue is 40% larger than the previous model. While some will find the new design polarizing, there's a good reason for the change — the increased opening provides more cooling for the motor and brakes. The base 740i model comes in rear-wheel-drive, while the rest of the range comes with xDrive, BMW's all-wheel-drive system, standard. The 745e is a plug-in hybrid with a 3-liter inline six, with other engines being a 4.4-liter V8 and 600 horsepower, 6.6-liter V12 in the top-end 760i. The upgraded iDrive 7 software gets a larger infotainment screen and a host of driver assists are available, from backing assist to electro-mechanical, servo-assisted steering. The new 7 Series launches in April 2019, with pricing to be announced closer to launch.

2019 Lincoln Continental 80th Anniversary Edition Sedan

In 1961, Ford's radical comeback for the Lincoln division hit the streets. The entire Lincoln lineup was reduced to one model, the Continental, available in both four-door sedan and convertible. A renewed focus was put on quality, with each car receiving a painstaking check before leaving the factory, making the fourth-generation Continental a success and a symbol of American luxury. Marking the 80th anniversary of the Continental's 1939 introduction, Lincoln is launching an 80th Anniversary Edition that recalls the 1961 classic. The most striking feature is the rear-opening suicide doors, a prominent piece of the fourth-generation car. The interior receives an upgrade in both detail and tech, a six-inch wheelbase stretch, and power from a twin-turbocharged 3-liter V6 making 400 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque. The 80th Anniversary Edition Continental is available for order now at Lincoln Black Label dealerships with deliveries starting in early in 2019.

2019 Volvo V60 Cross Country Wagon

In a world obsessed with crossover SUVs, Volvo keeps making some of the best wagons in the business — and one of the best-looking cars on the road. Volvo's new V60 is already an excellent wagon, and the V60 Cross Country takes it and adds a few features that make it more capable when the asphalt disappears. The Cross Country three more inches of ride height and Volvo's Hill Descent Control, which automatically modulates the brakes, throttle, and transmission for one-foot driving up and down steep grades. Corner Traction Control and automatic emergency braking are also standard. The Cross Country will launch with the turbocharged inline five- and diesel four-cylinder drivetrains, with plugin and mild hybrid versions coming later.

Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost Collection

In 1907, Rolls-Royce launched the car that would be billed "The Best Car in the World". Originally called the 40/50 h.p., the car would be named the Silver Ghost — something Rolls-Royce wouldn't officially recognize until 1925. Rolls-Royce is now making 35 bespoke Ghosts in honor of the car that launched their legacy. Each one will carry a sterling silver Spirit of Ecstasy and at the base, a reference to the original Silver Ghost in copper and a black gold collar surrounds the emblem. Called the Silver Ghost Collection, these limited edition Silver Ghosts are a proper homage to the original car.

2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan

Mercedes-Benz is finally bringing its smallest car, the A-Class, to the US. The 2019 A-Class is all-new from the ground up, with the sedan being the only model offered in America. The car has a crisp, sporty design that takes cues from its larger brethren in the Mercedes stable. One engine choice will be offered — a turbocharged inline-four making 188 horsepower in rear-wheel or all-wheel-drive models. The interior features a glass dash made up of two seven or 10.25-inch touchscreen displays and all the connectivity you'd expect from a top-flight luxury brand. The A-Class will be available in late 2018.

Bentley Mulsanne W.O. Edition Sedan

In 2019, Bentley will mark its 100th year making some of the finest automobiles to ever grace the road. To honor the occasion, Bentley is celebrating in proper Bentley fashion with the W.O. Edition Mulsanne. The W.O. Mulsanne is more than just badging and special trim. Built to honor the 1930 Bentley 8 Litre, the last car made under the direction of founder W.O. Bentley, each of the 100 W.O. Editions carries a piece of the original with it — a sliver of the original crankshaft mated to the crankshaft that drives the car. Built to a standard that would please W.O. himself, the W.O. Edition is one of the most exceptional cars by one of the most storied manufacturers in the history of the automobile.

2019 Volvo S60 Sedan

Representing a number of firsts for the company, the 2019 Volvo S60 is arguably its most important launch in years. Built at an all-new factory in South Carolina, it's the first Volvo to be made in the U.S. It's also the company's first to leave diesel engines behind. A front-wheel-drive T5 and all-wheel T6 will be trim options, as well as the T8 Twin Engine Plug-In Hybrid guise, delivering 313 hp with a rear electric motor adding 87 hp for a combined power output of 400 hp. Available for traditional purchase or lease, it will also be available through the Care by Volvo subscription service.

RemetzCar Tesla Model S Shooting Brake

There's one thing missing from Tesla's car lineup — a wagon. The Model S is a good looking car by any measure, but limousine manufacturer RemetzCar turned one into a four-door hatchback that looks like it came straight from the factory. Dutch resident Floris de Raadt is a shooting brake enthusiast and has been importing electric cars since 2009. The inspiration for the project came from a Model S hearse built by RemetzCar, and de Raadt knew immediately who to tap for the conversion. A run of 20 units is in the works with a debut set for the International Concours d'Élégance Paleis Het Loo in Apeldoorn, The Netherlands.

2019 BMW M5 Competition Sedan

Sometimes 600 hp just isn't enough. For those times, BMW has built the M5 Competition. Its 4.4L twin-turbo V8 offers a 25 hp bump over the standard version, resulting in a reduced 0-62 time of 3.3 seconds. In addition to the added power, it has a model-specific exhaust system and engine mount, as well as bespoke chassis tuning to maximize performance.

2019 Jaguar XJ50 Sedan

2018 marks the 50th year of production for Jaguar's iconic XJ-series sedan. Introduced in 1968, the XJ's innovative aluminum monocoque chassis, independent rear suspension, and eventual V12 marked it as one of the first sports sedans in the world. Jaguar continues that philosophy, commemorating the anniversary with the limited-edition XJ50. The XJ50 features exclusive front and rear bumpers and 20-inch wheels, with illuminated treadplates and a white diamond-stitched interior. A choice of supercharged three-liter V6 or five-liter V8 engines are offered, paying homage to the performance roots of the original.

Rolls-Royce Adamas Collection Wraith & Dawn

Based on the Black Badge models and inspired by their name — which means "untameable," "invincible," and "diamond," according to the company — the Rolls-Royce Adamas Collection Wraith and Dawn are the flagship versions of the respective coupe and convertible. The Spirit of Ecstasy ornaments are made from 294 layers of aerospace grade carbon fiber, take 68 hours to produce, and set on a darkened titanium base. The two available colors — Aphrodite Red and Morpheus Blue — sit atop black bases, creating a two-tone look. Black grille vanes complete the exterior changes, while the interior is highlighted by a clock featuring a Black Badge infinity symbol encrusted with 88 black diamonds. It's mounted on a carbon fiber back plate, and carbon/diamond motif is continued in the starlight headliner, which features 1,340 individual fiber optic lights configured in a way that recalls the molecular structure of carbon as it becomes a diamond. Limited to just 40 Wraiths and 30 Dawns.

Kanye West's Pantone Matte Silver Tesla Model S

Not content with Elon's factory color options, our favorite Kardashian has given his new ride a shockingly subtle livery that perfectly matches the wheels. Kanye West's Pantone Matte Silver Tesla Model S was created by the team at LA-based Platinum Motorsport, which specializes in customization of high-end rides. While the specs on the car remain unknown, we doubt 'Ye would approve of applying his Yeezy Pantone Matte Silver to anything less than the top-of-the-line P100D. Regardless, the color suits the car well enough that perhaps Tesla should consider adding it to the options list permanently.