Future Releases
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2007 Mitsubishi Evo X
On Sale : Fall 2006
The legendary Lancer Evolution will get an all-new chassis shared with Chrysler, featuring updated styling and revised engines. The standard features should remain the same, including the 6-speed manual, the turbocharged-four and the electronic active center differential. Other features include upgraded wheels and shocks.
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2006 Pontiac G6 Cabrio
On Sale : Late 2006
To add to the G6 range, Pontiac will soon put on sale a convertible with a folding hardtop that turns into a coupe. Power will come from the standard range of engines that will be available in all G6 models, including a GTP trim 3.9L engine with 250 hp. The sedan will be available with AWD, and this may be offered in the two-door models.
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2007 Pontiac Solstice GXP
On Sale : Fall 2006
The Solstice lightweight roadster is as affordable, as powerful and as agile than the Mazda Miata, with an all-new RWD chassis. The flagship model will be the GXP, with a turbocharged Ecotec inline four, pumping out 250 hp. Externally, the GXP will be identified with a small rear spoiler and an air intake slit under the front grille.
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2007 Saturn Sky
On Sale : Spring 2006
The Pontiac Solstice will have a brother in the form of a Saturn. Using the same chassis as the Solstice, along with the engine and much of the parts, this roadster will be the first rear-wheel-drive model in Saturn's lineup, and the second sports model after the Ion Red Line. Engines will include the 170 hp 2.4L and the 205 hp supercharged 2.0L plants.
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2008 Toyota Supra
On Sale : Unconfirmed
These photos were Japanese interpretations of the next-gen Supra. Toyota is currently testing a supercar in the $100,000 range. Technology from this car may pass down to a future Supra, which may receive anything from a boosted V6 to a V8, or even a hybrid in its top form. Toyota has no comment, but the Supra nameplate will be back.
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2008 Volkswagen Scirocco
On Sale : Fall 2007
A new VW coupe will probably join the VW lineup. With styling based on the cancelled Concept R shown at auto shows, the Scirocco name might be resurrected for the new range, which will probably be front-wheel-drive and share Golf engines. Expect engine choices to include the 2.0L turbo and possibly even the 3.2 and 3.6 V6 engines.
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2008 Volkswagen GTI
On Sale : May 2008
The Golf and GTI hatchback cars have finally been replaced, but an all-new model has already being selling in Europe for some time now. VW is already busy designing the replacement Mark VI new model, which will be an evolution of the current revolutionary Mark V model. The hot GTI version should still be a 200 hp 2.0L turbo-4.
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2007 Volvo C30
On Sale : Late 2006
Volvo is busy preparing the smallest addition to the range. The new three-door hatchback will have an unusual profile and have sporting pretensions. Most probably front-wheel-drive, with possible all-wheel-drive options. The top engine choice is the 2.5L turbo five, generating a massive 260 horses and a proper manual gearbox.
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