All the news from Frankfurt 2009

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AUDI
Location: 3.0 A12 / F F330
• Audi Q7 3.0 TDI Clean Diesel – Audi stand at 2009 IAA showcases world’s cleanest diesel engine technology which is already in service in UK Q7 models.
• Audi S5 Sportback – Hot version of new four-door coupe.
• Audi A4 3.0 TDI Quattro – Audi’s latest clean exhaust technology lowers emissions of A4.
• The A3 1.2 TFSI – Small 1.2-litre engine uses latest techniques to offer 51mpg-plus economy.
Bentley
• Bentley Mulsanne – New flagship makes a star appearance at Frankfurt.
• Bentley Conintental Series 51 – Exclusive addition to the range.


BMW
Location: 11 via A01 / 11.0 A01 / CMF 0 C02 / F F1204 / F F1208 / F F1210 / F F306
• BMW EfficientDynamics – Environmentally friendly supercar is BMW’s big star of the show.
CITROËN
Location: 4.0 A35 / 8.0 A24
• Citroen DS3 – A big crowd puller in Frankfurt, Citroen reveals its new small car.
Dodge
• Dodge Caliber – New compact family hatchback makes its debut.
Ferrari
Location: 6.0 A06
• Ferrari 458 Italia – Making its debut in Frankfurt, Ferrari’s new 458 Italia is the firm’s latest supercar offering.
Fiat
Location: 6.0 A05
• Fiat Qubo Trekking – Rough-road version of the Qubo people carrier.

Ford
Location: 3.1 A18
• Ford C-MAX – New version of Ford C-MAX revealed.


Hyundai
Location: 6.0 A01
• Hyundai ix-Metro – New city car MPV concept unveiled.
• Hyundai ix35 – The replacement for the Tucson, destined for UK shores in 2010.
Hyundai i10 Electric – Hyundai’s latest battery technology applied to its smallest model.
Kia
Location: 3.1 A19 / F F337
• Kia Venga - World premiere for all-new B-segment model.
• Kia Sorento - European premiere of all-new seven-seater.
• Kia Cee’d - World premiere for revised compact family car.
• Kia EcoDynamics range - World premiere for range of low emissions models.
• Kia Forte LPI Hybrid - European premiere of new dual-fuel model.
Land Rover
Location: 5.0 B06
• Limited edition Range Rover Sport Autobiography – Exclusive special model makes its debut.
Lexus
Location: 8.0 C11
• Lexus LF-Ch Concept – Sporty concept from growing premium Japanese brand.
• Revised Lexus IS – Range of compact executive models gets a sporty makeover.
Lotus
Location: 5.0 B11
• Lotus Range Extender – New technology announced by prolific engineering division.
Maserati
Location: 6.0 A08
• Maserati GranCabrio – Flagship convertible joins the Maserati range.

Mercedes-Benz
Location: 2.0 A01
• Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG – Gullwing doors look to Mercedes-Benz past for what is undoubtedly one of the stars of the show.
• Mercedes-Benz Vision S 500 Plug-in HYBRID – CO2 emissions of only 74g/km and fuel consumption of 3.2 l/100km break new ground in the luxury car sector.


MINI
Location: 11.0 A01
• MINI Coupe Concept – Now confirmed for UK production, radical MINI Coupe Concept is unveiled.
Peugeot
Location: 8.0 D19
• Peugeot RCZ – French firm’s coupe is one of Frankfurt’s star attractions.
• Peugeot RCZ HYbrid4 – Green version of new coupe.
• Peugoet 5008 – New people carrier draws the crowds.
Porsche
Location: 5.0 B14
• Porsche 911 Turbo – New Turbo for the 911 range.
• Porsche 911 Sport Classic (limited to 250 examples) – Retro styling and mechanical tweaks for special 911 limited to 250 examples.
• Porsche 911 GT3 RS – Track tuned hardcore GT3 RS adds drama to the show.
• Porsche Panamera – Four-door makes its European show debut.
Renault
Location: 3.1 A02
• Four electric vehicle concepts debut from Renault.

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars
Location: 11.0 A01
• Rolls-Royce Ghost – Long awaited Ghost is unveiled in the metal.
SAAB
Location: 8.0 D06
• Saab 9-5 – All-new model from Swedish firm is a major Frankfurt attraction.
SEAT
Location: 3.0 A04
• SEAT Leon Cupra R – Ultimate sporting Leon makes its show debut.
• SEAT Ecomotive range – Green versions of existing models are revealed.
• SEAT IBZ Concept – New member of the Ibiza family lands at the show.
Skoda
• Skoda Superb Combi – Estate version of the latest Superb offers even greater practicality.


Suzuki
Location: 3.1 A03 / 3.1 A09
• Suzuki presents environmental enhancements across its range.
Toyota
Location: 8.0 D15
• Toyota Land Cruiser – New 4x4 makes its world debut.
• Toyota Auris HSD Full Hybrid Concept – New petrol/electric family car makes world debut.
• Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid Concept – The Prius gets clever with plug-in charging.
Vauxhall (Opel)
• Vauxhall Astra – A Frankfurt debutant with huge sales expectations, the Astra is a must-see.
Volkswagen
Location: 3.0 A01
• Volkswagen Polo Three-door – New version of the latest Polo makes its debut.
• Bluemotion range expands with new low emission versions of existing models.
• Volkswagen Caravelle and Transporter – Latest versions of VW’s legendary people carrier and van make their debuts in Frankfurt.
Volvo
Location: 3.1 A11
• Volvo C30 SportsCoupe – A new look for Volvo’s coupe.




Author: AL
Source: Autolatest