10 most exciting concept cars of 2011 (photos)
The international auto show season for 2010-2011 wound up in New York last week, so we looked back at all the concept cars unveiled around the world and picked the 10 most interesting. These include a supercar from Jaguar, a prototype for the next Ford Escape, and a retro Microbus from Volkswagen.
Jaguar C-X75
Jaguar C-X75
Sadly, Jaguar is not likely to build this car, merely showing it off as a technology demonstration and celebration of its 75th anniversary.
Alfa Romeo 4C
Alfa Romeo 4C
The good news is that Alfa Romeo plans to actually build this car.
Nissan ESFlow
Nissan ESFlow
Although Nissan hasn't announced plans to build a production version of the ESFlow, the electric power train developed for the Leaf opens up many possibilities.
BMW Vision ConnectedDrive
BMW Vision ConnectedDrive
Nissan Ellure
Nissan Ellure
Many of the Ellure's lines suggest a future look for the Maxima, but expect it to lose the funky doors and many of the other concept car elements.
Mercedes-Benz A-class concept
Mercedes-Benz A-class concept
Along with being a look at the next-generation A-class, this concept also shows Mercedes-Benz's interest in bringing that model to the U.S.
Kia Pop
Kia Pop
The Pop is a whimsical concept, with Kia designers exploring themes of different ways to configure space in a car.
Hyundai HCD-12 Curb concept
Hyundai HCD-12 Curb concept
Hyundai has not announced plans to build a production version of the Curb, but the compact SUV segment is getting hot. Something like it may end up in Hyundai's model lineup.
Ford Vertrek
Ford Vertrek
The Vertrek indicates the design direction for the new Ford Escape, which will be a radical change from the boxy car of past generations.
Volkswagen Bulli
Volkswagen Bulli
Volkswagen has suggested it wants to make a production vehicle similar to the Bulli, possibly egged on by the success of its retro-Beetle.