All cars that will be new until the end of the year

In a complicated year in which sales have fallen due to the components crisis, brands are betting on SUV models and electrified mechanics

Revamped cars, new models or just some mechanical or aesthetic changes and updates mean the market is from October to December
pending presentation and arrival at Spanish dealers of at least 25 novelties. All of them are characterized by a crisis context affecting consumers, who are looking for low-consumption cars, and also by fashion, in which SUVs remain the dominant trend.

This year was complicated, both by the decline in car production in Spain and by the sales figures. During
the first eight months of 2022, production is down 1% from last year to a total of 1,399,262 units. While growth has already been moderate in recent months thanks to improvements in chip supply and factories’ ability to adapt to component availability, the sector continues to be hit by the commodity crisis.

An important factor is also the growing trend towards electrification, where hybrid, plug-in hybrid or 100% electric vehicles are increasingly demanded, which in turn increases prices and requires a greater number of components. These are some of the reasons for the aforementioned slowdown in production and sales in Spain.

According to the most recent data from the Association of Manufacturers, ANFAC, the main production corresponds to electrified vehicles, which reached a share of 12.8% in the month of July, with 19,464 units, and 11.8% in the month of August,
with 13,181 units produced in this month. Until the eighth month of the year, electrified, hybrid and gas vehicles account for 13% of vehicles produced with a total of 182,436 units.

As for the production of electrified vehicles, they accumulated 11.4% of vehicle production in the first eight months of the year, totaling 159,843 units, 22.9% more than in the same period of the previous year. By type, plug-in hybrids total 88,606 units, with a production increase of 5.3% compared to 2021.
the pure electricityto the eighth month, they collect 71,237 units, of which 53,844 are passenger cars, with a growth of 55.4% compared to the same period in 2021.

By segment, SUVs continue to increase their weight in sales. More than enough reason that most of the novelties that we will see in the coming months come from this segment, in which the trend towards hybrid or plug-in hybrid mechanics is also drifting. Because although
sale of 100% electric cars They are up 47% compared to last year, the truth is that they represent barely 3% of the total market, with some 21,276 units sold.

Among the most notable novelties are cars from the less popular segments, such as supercars and pickup trucks, which maintain a very loyal type of customer.

Up to four Audi models will receive exciting updates to the range. The compact Audi citycarver has been renewed and is now called Audi A1 allstreet. With its sporty and sleek lines, based on the Audi A1 Sportback, this model stays true to its rugged, off-road-looking design. All equipment and customization options that have been offered until now are retained, as well as the engine and transmission combinations and the price, which in the Spanish market starts at 26,910 euros for the 25 TFSI version. The approved consumption is 5.7 to 6.5 l/100 km.

Unique in the A-segment, Toyota’s new urban crossover is the gateway to the Toyota range. It stands out for its fresh and youthful appearance, with a small SUV design. It is available in three trim levels: Play, Like and Chic, always associated with the 72 hp 1.0L three-cylinder engine. It has an S-CVT automatic gearbox, tuned for urban areas, offering good low-speed response and low fuel consumption.

The BMW M sports division’s first high-performance car with an electric drive completes its final tuning process by traveling Europe’s roads in camouflage. The integrated application of the 480 kW/650 hp M hybrid drive system and the model-specific M suspension technology paves the way for an exceptionally dynamic driving experience for sporty drivers. Not in vain it will have a newly developed V8 petrol engine, combined with an electric drive, which achieves a combined power of 480 KW/650 CV. With an electric range of approximately 80 kilometers (WLTP), the new XM can be driven in urban areas as well as over longer distances.

The character of the new DS 7 is characterized by significant changes in both the exterior design. Always elegant, the DS 7 has more dynamism with sharper and more structured lines. It stands out above all for a sharper front thanks to the DS PIXEL LED VISION 3.0 technology and for the materials designed to offer great refinement and comfort. The DS 7 E-TENSE 360 4×4 features a 360 hp plug-in hybrid system with intelligent four-wheel drive, wider tracks, lower ground clearance and large diameter brakes.

The new GLC uses hybrid powertrains to deliver new levels of efficiency, with four-cylinder engines, both petrol and diesel, combined with an electric motor. Three other variants are equipped with plug-in hybrid powertrains with a combined output of up to 381 hp. All plug-in hybrids achieve an electric range of more than 100 kilometers (WLTP). The handling of the new GLC is particularly agile and at the same time more stable, when equipped with rear-axle steering, available as optional equipment. The price starts at €58,150.

After 20 years in the catalog of the Japanese company, the seven-seat SUV has been electrified in its new generation, which is about to reach the Spanish market. This is done through Nissan’s e-POWER system, which consists of a powerful battery supplemented by a variable compression petrol engine, a power generator, an inverter and a 150 kW front electric motor. It offers great responsiveness thanks to the drive wheels being moved only by an electric motor, so the response is instantaneous.

The Swedish electric vehicle company presents its first high-performance electric SUV. The launch of this vehicle represents Polestar’s entry into one of the industry’s highest margin and growth segments. The new model will only offer four-wheel drive versions, with an electric motor on each of the axles. The battery has a capacity of 110 kWh with a 400 V system and the entry version in Spain, starting at around 92,000 euros, is expected to reach a maximum power of 489 hp. The range will be 610 km, with a maximum speed of 210 km/h. The most powerful version will reach 517 horsepower. It offers autonomous driving using a LiDAR sensor. Polestar plans to introduce one new vehicle per year for the next three years.

Manufactured in Valladolid, the car offers a full range of electrified engines, in particular the new generation full-hybrid E-Tech engine with consumption from just 4.6 l/100 km and CO2 emissions from 104 g/km. The new OpenR link multimedia system, developed in collaboration with Google, is the protagonist of the interior. It debuts with the Esprit Alpine versions, which accentuate the sporty design of the model.

The iconic Civic celebrates two anniversaries this year: 50 years of continuous production and 25 years of high-performance Type R version from the racing world. This version is known to have a power of 330 hp thanks to the 2.0-liter turbo engine. The “normal” version that has recently arrived in Spain will be launched with an e:HEV hybrid engine. It uses a lithium-ion battery that powers two electric motors that work in tandem with a 2.0-litre direct-injection petrol engine. It is for sale from 32,100 euros.

The first units of the new X-Ceed have already rolled off the production line in Žilina, Slovakia. It has a refreshed and striking exterior design with a new GT Line sporty finish and an improved interior. As for the engines, you now have a choice between highly efficient electrified powertrains, including mild-hybrid (MHEV) and plug-in hybrid (PHEV). The latter offers a range with only electric drive of up to 48 km. The second generation of the model is for sale from €21,712.

After the arrival of the new generation of the five-door Astra this year, the Sports Tourer family variant will reach dealers in the coming days. Its practical suitcase offers a capacity of no less than 1,634 liters. Their power range fluctuates between 110 and 130 hp for the petrol and diesel versions. For the first time there will be a plug-in hybrid version of 225 hp and in 2023 a 100% electric version. The price starts at €25,450.

Ferrari has presented the Purosangue, the first four-door, four-seater in the 75-year history of the Prancing Horse brand. It mounts an engine at the front with the gearbox at the rear to create a sporty layout. The Power Transfer Unit (PTU) is mounted in front of the engine to provide a unique 4×4 transmission. It is the only car of this proportion to have an aspirated V12, with an output of 725 hp. It has a carbon fiber roof to reduce weight and center of gravity.

Built to rule the desert, mountains, and everywhere in between, the next-generation Ranger Raptor raises the bar for off-road performance as a pickup truck built for enthusiasts. Available with a twin-turbo 3.0-litre EcoBoost V6 engine that delivers 288 hp and 491 Nm of torque, it performs well both on the highway and in 4X4 practice. The price starts at €74,344.

In addition, these other developments are expected in the various segments. For example, BMW will present its X1 and iX1 before the end of the year; The arrival of the Aiways u6, Mazda MX30 with rotary engine, Skoda Enyaq Coupé iV, Subaru Solterra, Toyota Corolla Cross, Fiat e-Doblo, Volkswagen Amarok and ID.Buzz are expected:

Source: La Verdad

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I am Ida Scott, a journalist and content author with a passion for uncovering the truth. I have been writing professionally for Today Times Live since 2020 and specialize in political news. My career began when I was just 17; I had already developed a knack for research and an eye for detail which made me stand out from my peers.