Frankfurt International Motor Show 2005
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Opel Astra GTC Concept Car
The Opel concept car Antara GTC is a cross between coupe and offroader and represents Opel's future direction of design, according to the carmaker. The car has a 1.9 liter, 212 PS strong twin turbo-engine which enables it to reach about 210 km/h (130 mph) and to get to 100 km/hr in about 8 seconds.
Ford Focus ST
The new Ford Focus ST, photographed on Sept. 6 during a preview in Cologne, features a 2.5-liter-Duratec-RS-five-cylinder engine that delivers around 220 PS.
Greely HQ Series
The HQ design from Chinese carmaker Geely shown at the International Auto Show (IAA) in Frankfurt, Germany, Sept. 12, 2005. The five-geared car can reach high speeds.
Peugeot 'Moovie' Concept Car
The 'Moovie' design study by French automaker Peugeot as shown at the International Auto Show (IAA) in Frankfurt, Germany, Wednesday, Sept. 14, 2005. The product of a future design competition, this car represents a driver's future dream car--an agile and environmentally-friendly car.
Audi Hybrid-SUV Q7
Drivers of the new Hybrid-SUV Q7 from Audi can choose between two engines, each with new injection systems for maximal torque. The design features a broad front section and sloping rear end that gives it a coupe-like feel. The Q7 is longer than other SUVs, and can carry up to seven comfortably.
Geely BL Series
A number of new models from Chinese carmaker Geely make their debut at the International Auto Show (IAA) in Frankfurt, Germany, Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2005. Pictured here is the compact 4-doorBL series.
Ford Concept Car Iosis
German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder sits in a Concept Car "Iosis" from Ford during its debut at the International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt, Germany, Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2005. The car reflects a turn in Ford's design direction to an elegant and arched flow with a European flair.
Ford Fiesta ST
This photo shows the 2005 Ford Fiesta ST featuring a 2.0 liter Duratec gasoline engine with 150 PS and lowered and modified suspension.
VW Eos Cabrio
The new Volkswagen Eos Cabrio at the International Automobile Fair (IAA) in Frankfurt. The convertible coupe is the world's first four-seater and has a hard-top roof that curves in an elongated arc. The low-projection windshield enables easier exit and entry and closing and opening the roof takes less than a minute. The VW Coupe's four- or six-cylinder direct-injection engine variants deliver up to 200 PS.
Maybach Concept Excelero
The Maybach Concept Excelero on display at the IAA in Frankfurt was built with the help of Italian prototype specialists. The car is powered by a 12-cylinder twin-turbo engine and produces 700 HP. German luxury auto maker Maybach built the car as a modern interpretation of its legendary streamlined vehicle of the 1930s. In initial tests the new car reached speeds of up to 351 km/h (281 mph).
Smart Car
The ultra short two-passenger Smart coupes are becoming more popular in Europe.
Mini Concept Car
The latest concept car of the MINI Cooper convertible from German automaker BMW is shown at the 2005 IAA.
Porsche Cayman S
The Porsche Cayman S has a 3.4-liter, 6-cylinder boxer engine.
Opel Astra Cabriolet
The Astra convertible cabriolet-coupe has a retractable three-part steel roof and seats up to four passengers.
BMW Z4
BMW-CEO Helmut Panke climbs out of a Z4 concept car during a preview at the International Auto Show IAA in Frankfurt, Germany. The BMW 2005 two-door Z4 roadster comes in 2.5-liter and 3.0-liter engine sizes both with a 6-cylinder engine.
Mercedes S350
The Mercedes-Benz S 350 is the newest S-class model.
Mercedes Bluetec Hybrid
This S-Class with a "Bluetec Hybrid" engine from Mercedes-Benz offers markedly improved fuel consumption and emissions as well as high ride comfort. The optimised petrol and diesel engine is combined with a hybrid system and with ultra-modern exhaust gas purification.
Skoda Concept-Car "Yety"
A model presents the concept-car "Yety" by Czech automaker Skoda, its first entry in the SUV market. This front-drive off-road vehicle combines long front doors, a variable roof system, which allows a number of combinations, slightly squared off wheel-arches and a wrap-around windscreen.
Daimler Super Eight
A man cleans the windshield of the new Daimler Super Eight, a luxury limousine from the British automaker Jaguar. The 4.2-litre supercharged V8 engine and innovative lightweight aluminum body provide for effortless and high-speed cruising with comfort levels inside to match. Plus, it offers a range of driver assist and comfort options, including a full multi-media entertainment system and folding work-tables.
Mercedes S500
The S-Class is available in four engine trims: the 4.3L V-8 S430, the 302-hp 5.0L V-8 S500, the 5.5L Supercharged V-8 S55 AMG, and the 5.5L twin-turbo-charged V-12 S600, with 493 horsepower.