New MotorCars

Lamborghini Huracan Spyder Convertible The Lamborghini Huracan Spyder is a car for people who look at the Huracan coupe and want more: more thrills, more noise and, arguably, more attention. The Huracan Spyder comes either with four-wheel drive and 602bhp (known as the LP 610-4) or with rear-wheel drive and 572bhp, in which configuration it’s known as the LP 580-2. The vast majority of Huracan customers choose the LP 610-4 model and, while the LP 510-2 is slightly sharper to drive, given the power on offer and the reassurance four-wheel drive provides, this is an understandable trend. Whichever model you choose, the Huracan Spyder is powered by the same 5.2-litre V10 engine found in the Au

Porsche Panamera The Porsche Panamera estate will be a surprise to people who think of Porsche as a maker of lightweight, powerful sports cars. Despite Porsche’s performance-car heritage, its best-selling car is the Cayenne SUV and it makes sense for the world’s most profitable carmaker to continue to build cars that sell well. The Panamera estate will launch shortly after the new Porsche Panamera executive hatchback and is likely to be called the Sport Turismo. A range of powerful petrol and diesel engines will offered across the Panamera range, and Porsche is expected to further develop the hybrid technology of the current Panamera S E-Hybrid.

Maserati Alfieri A 2017 release sure to gladden the hearts of enthusiasts is promised by Modenese masters Maserati. Although the brand’s profile has been raised by the new Maserati Levante SUV, as well as the charismatic Maserati Quattroporte and more wallet-friendly Maserati Ghibli saloon models, its once-glorious reputation for supercars is only upheld by the aging Maserati GranTurismo, a car that’s rather more unwieldy and bulky than old favourites like the legendary Bora. This is set to change, though, when Maserati launches its long-awaited 2+2 seater sports car inspired by the Alfieri concept. It’ll share mechanical parts with an updated GranTurismo, but in a shorter, lighter and more

Lexus LC One of the more intriguing model launches of 2017 is a new large coupe from Lexus. Representing the first foray Toyota’s luxury arm has made into the luxury coupe market since the ill-starred SC430, the LC is set to rival the Mercedes S-Class Coupe. Outside, the LC exhibits a pronounced lean towards sportiness, with broad hips and more than a hint of Aston Martin to its proportions. There’ll be no mistaking it as anything but a Lexus, though, as it boasts the brand’s distinctive ‘spindle’ grille and slim LED projector headlights. In-car technology will doubtless be of the highest order – Lexus seldom disappoints in this regard. Performance seems assured, too, whether you choose the

Infinite Q60 The Infiniti Q60 is a new take on the mid-size coupe formula, which is dominated by the BMW 4 Series, Mercedes C-Class Coupe and Lexus RC. Prices start at £34,000 for a 208bhp version, but faster models with a 400bhp turbocharged V6 engine will be available. Frugal buyers will be attracted by rumours of diesel and hybrid engines in future. The Q60 will feature Dynamic Digital suspension and a second-generation ‘steer-by-wire’ system. As you’d expect, it’s sharply styled inside and out and features ergonomically designed seats intended to spread your weight evenly, reducing backache.

Ford Focus RS500 While bread-and-butter versions of the Ford Focus can be relied on to post strong sales figures month after month, Ford has never dropped the ball on its performance offerings, either. Fast Fords have always been hot property and the brand has always satisfied this demand with expertly honed versions of its mainstream hatchbacks and estates. For 2017, building on the Ford Focus RS that already attracts rave reviews, a Focus RS500 will be released, increasing power beyond the base car’s already impressive 345bhp. Expect even sharper handling thanks to a strict weight-loss programme, with further enhanced steering feel and engine response. Not cheap, and available in only limi

Ford GT There’s something magical about the idea of a supercar sharing showroom space with a people carrier, but Ford’s old motorsport-derived mantra of “race on Sunday, sell on Monday” has led to some pretty spectacular cars for sale in its dealerships. The Ford GT is the latest in a long line of race-derived supercars, and to say it’s hotly anticipated is an understatement. With the original production run already sold out, a second run of the twin-turbocharged 3.5-litre EcoBoost V6-engined car has been approved. UK deliveries of pre-ordered cars are hoped to commence in 2017, with further orders being satisfied with batches constructed on a piecemeal basis. Don’t expect to pop to your For

Ferrari GTC4Lusso T The new Ferrari GTC4Lusso T has a pretty confusing name, but there’s nothing confusing about its appeal. The big V12 engine from the regular GTC4Lusso has been replaced by a smaller V8, and as a result its price tag is expected to be substantially less than the current car’s £230,000. That’s not all: the GTC4Lusso T is rear-wheel drive rather than four-wheel drive and it’s lighter as a result. The engine has been lifted from the stunning Ferrari 488 GTB, albeit detuned, but it’ll still achieve a 0-62mph time of 3.5 seconds on the way to a 198mph top speed. The new car has four surprisingly spacious seats and that ‘shooting brake’ bodystyle provides a decent-sized boot.

Audi Q5 If there’s one model in Audi’s range feeling its age, it’s the Audi Q5. That’ll change by the end of 2016 with the introduction of an all-new model. The looks are still under wraps at the moment, but it’s likely to feature the large grille and bold shoulder lines found elsewhere in Audi’s range. It’ll be lighter than the current car – and both cheaper to run and better to drive as a result. The interior will feature the same technology found in the latest Audi A4, including the excellent Virtual Cockpit digital instrument display. The engine range will be biased towards diesel, and the 148bhp 2.0-litre TDI is likely to be the most popular. Prices are likely to start around £31,000 fo