2013 Detroit Auto Show Girls

Our US reporter visited the 2013 Detroit Auto Show and checked out the numerous stands with new cars, concepts and racers. One of the highlights of the event were the booth babes and the large number of girls he spotted at the show.

You can check out the girls below in the gallery. Feel free to choose your favorite. Do not forget to check out our coverage of the show right here.

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2013 Detroit: 2013 BMW 320i priced from $33,445

German carmaker BMW has recently announced the official pricing for the sixth-generation 320i at the 2013 Detroit Auto Show.

Set to go on sale in spring, the new member of the 3-Series sedan lineup is currently available for sale with a starting price of $33,445 for the rear-wheel-drive base model and $35,445 for the all-wheel-drive version.

Motivation is provided by a 2.0-liter TwinPower Turbo 4-cylinder gasoline engine that produces 180 hp at 5,000 rpm and 200 lb-ft of torque between 1,250 rpm to 4,500 rpm. This allows the car to accelerate from 0-96 km/h in just 7.1 seconds and hit an electronically limited top speed of 209 km/h.

In terms of efficiency, the 2013 BMW 320i returns 23/33 mpg (city/highway) with the 8-speed automatic transmission and 22/34 mpg (city/highway) with the 6-speed manual.

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2013 Detroit: Porsche Cayenne Turbo S US pricing

At the 2013 Detroit Auto Show, Porsche has officially announced the new Cayenne Turbo S will start at $146,000, excluding a $975 destination charge, when it goes on sale in spring in the United States.

According to the German carmaker, the SUV is powered by a 4.8-liter twin-turbocharged engine that develops 550 hp and 750 Nm of torque - an increase of 50 hp and 50 Nm over the regular Turbo. This allows the car to accelerate from 0-96 km/h in just 4.3 seconds and hit a top speed of 280 km/h.

The Cayenne Turbo S is distinguished by high-gloss black accents on the front air intakes, headlamp and mirror housings as well as smoked headlights, rectangular quad exhaust tips and 21-inch Turbo II alloy wheels. It is also equipped with Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC), Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV Plus) and the Sport Chrono package as standard.

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Nissan developing a new small sports car

In a recent interview, Nissan's vice president confirmed the company is currently developing a new smaller sports car which will sit beneath the GT-R and the 370Z.

Speaking with Car & Driver at the 2013 Detroit Auto Show, Andy Palmer said this sports car will not be a rival for the Toyota GT 86 / Scion FR-S / Subaru BRZ as it is a youth-oriented car, following the same path as the Juke. This means it will feature a "love it or hate it" style.

He also described the car as "guilt-free" which hints that it may likely involve some form of electrification. Additional information is limited, but a concept version will be unveiled within a year.

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2013 Detroit: Acura NSX Concept II

The 2013 North American International Auto Show continues as Honda has introduced a redesigned version of the Acura NSX concept.

According to the Japanese carmaker, the exterior design stays remarkably true to the original concept styling, while the interior package boasts outstanding visibility, a strong driving position and a "Simple Sports Interface" which minimises interior clutter, allowing the driver to focus on the driving experience.

Under the hood, the production NSX will be powered by a mid-mounted, direct-injected V6 engine connected with Honda's Sport Hybrid SH-AWD (Super Handling All-Wheel Drive) system, a new dual-clutch transmission and three electric motors - one integrated with the V6 engine and two driving the front wheels independently.

The Acura NSX will go into production in late 2014 or early 2015 at a new facility in central Ohio.

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2013 Detroit: All-new 2014 Corvette Stingray

The 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray has officially made its public debut at the 2013 Detroit Auto Show. It is one of the main stars at this year's event and promises to provide the "perfect balance of technology, design and performance."

According to the North American carmaker, the seventh-generation Corvette incorporates an all-new frame structure and chassis, a new powertrain and supporting technologies, as well as completely new exterior and interior designs. Highlights include:

• An interior that includes real carbon fiber, aluminum and hand-wrapped leather materials, two new seat choices – each featuring a lightweight magnesium frame for exceptional support – and dual eight-inch configurable driver/infotainment screens
• Advanced driver technologies, including a five-position Drive Mode Selector that tailors 12 vehicle attributes to the fit the driver’s environment and a new seven-speed manual transmission with Active Rev Matching that anticipates gear selections and matches engine speed for perfect shifts every time
• An all-new 6.2-liter LT1 V8 engine combines advanced technologies, including direct injection, Active Fuel Management, continuously variable valve timing and an advanced combustion system that delivers more power while using less fuel. This will enable it to develop approximately 450 hp and 609 Nm of torque
• Lightweight materials, including a carbon fiber hood and removable roof panel; composite fenders, doors and rear quarter panels; carbon-nano composite underbody panels and a new aluminum frame help shift weight rearward for an optimal 50/50 weight balance that supports a world-class power-to-weight ratio
• A sculptured exterior features advanced high-intensity discharge and light-emitting diode lighting and racing-proven aerodynamics that balance low drag for efficiency and performance elements for improved stability and track capability
• Track-capable Z51 Performance Package including: an electronic limited-slip differential, dry-sump oiling system, integral brake, differential and transmission cooling, as well as a unique aero package that further improves high-speed stability.

"Stingray is one of the hallowed names in automotive history," said Ed Welburn, GM vice president of global design. "We knew we couldn’t use the Stingray name unless the new car truly lived up to the legacy. The result is a new Corvette Stingray that breaks from tradition, while remaining instantly recognizable as a Corvette the world over."

The 2014 Corvette Stingray will go on sale in the third quarter of the year and pricing will be announced closer to launch.

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2013 Detroit: 2014 Kia Cadenza

At the Detroit Auto Show today, Kia has officially introduced the 2014 Cadenza for the American market. Set to compete with the Buick LaCrosse and Toyota Avalon, it will represent the company's first attempt in the premium car segment.

"Since the introduction of the range-topping Optima SXL last year, we have seen an increasing number of customers in our retail outlets looking for a sedan with even more upscale amenities and technology," said Michael Sprague, executive vice president of marketing & communications for Kia North America. "The Cadenza is the new flagship for Kia in the U.S. market, and when it goes on sale later this year, it will introduce a number of advanced systems that promise to set a new standard in the premium segment."

According to the South Korean carmaker, the mid-size sedan comes with standard features like an 8-inch touchscreen display with SiriusXM Traffic and UVO eServices, leather seats, dual-zone automatic climate control with rear seat ventilation, Smart Key keyless entry with push-button start, a 12-speaker Infinity audio system, 10-way power adjustable driver’s seat and Bluetooth wireless technology.

Motivation is provided by a 3.3-liter GDI V6 engine which produces 293 hp at 6,400 rpm and 345 Nm of torque at 5,200 rpm. Power is sent to the front wheels via a six-speed automatic transmission.

The 2014 Kia Cadenza will go on sale in the U.S. in the second quarter of the year and pricing will be announced closer to launch.

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2013 Detroit: 2014 Audi SQ5 TFSI

The 2014 Audi SQ5 TFSI has recently made its debut at the 2013 North American International Auto Show.

According to the German carmaker, the model will be powered by a 3.0-liter TFSI supercharged V6 gasoline engine that develops 354 hp and 470 Nm of torque. Power is sent to the quattro permanent all-wheel drive system via an 8-speed tiptronic transmission, which allows the car to sprint from 0-100 km/h in 5.3 seconds and hit an electronically limited top speed of 250 km/h.

It will arrive at U.S. dealerships in this quarter and will be sold in other markets such as Canada, China, Russia, South Korea, South Africa, Singapore, Brazil, Mexico, Chile, Argentina and Ukraine.

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2013 Detroit: Hyundai HCD-14 Genesis Concept

After last week's teaser, Hyundai has officially revealed the HCD-14 Genesis Concept at the 2013 Detroit Auto Show. It is designed to preview the next-gen Genesis and features a 4-door coupe design.

"We instilled HCD-14 Genesis with a premium-sport 4-door coupe road presence," said chief designer of Hyundai Design North America Christopher Chapman. "Its sleek and lightweight silhouette does not punish the wind, but uses fluidic precision with dramatic surfacing that conveys natural restraint. Inside, a driver-centric cockpit prioritizes dramatic sculpture over infotainment button overload. Laminated and milled-wood detailing delivers a fresh, topographical map-like visual interest throughout the cabin-length center console."

Under the hood, the concept is powered by a 5.0-liter Tau V8 engine that features direct injection and dual continuously variable valve timing. Power is sent to the rear wheels via an 8-speed automatic gearbox.

"We’ve departed from industry convention in many of our premium product, marketing, sales and service approaches, and it’s worked out pretty well, with Genesis and Equus now delivering a nine percent retail market share in their premium segments, higher than the five percent retail share Hyundai brand achieves in the overall industry," said John Krafcik, president and CEO, Hyundai Motor America. "This success paves the way for a new generation of rear-wheel drive premium products. HCD-14 Genesis gives a hint of the design direction we’ll be taking, and an indication of the focus we’re placing on driving dynamics and technology."

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2013 Detroit: BMW 4-Series Coupe Concept

Ladies and gentlemen, these are the live pictures of the BMW 4-Series Coupe Concept, which has made its public debut at the North American International Auto Show.

The concept is designed to preview the fourth-generation 3-Series and comes with several design tweaks which make it look sporty but elegant. According to the German carmaker, the production version will go on sale later this year and likely be equipped with a variety of four- and six-cylinder engine.

BMW explained "The '4' doesn’t just mark the start of a new cycle, it represents the zenith of a development curve. BMW has given the new model its own individual character and a standalone design – and, in so doing, has turned '4' into segment shorthand for aesthetic and dynamic appeal. The latest addition to a nomenclature that sees BMW building on the fine tradition of its large BMW 6-Series and BMW 8-Series Coupes, the '4' stands for greater sportiness, greater exclusivity and even clearer differentiation from the BMW 3-Series range."

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