- The 2024 Paris Auto Present will happen from October 14 to October 20.
- This 12 months marks the ninetieth version of the occasion, which was first held in 1898.
Auto reveals could have misplaced a lot of their luster lately—blame the web or possibly simply our collective shrinking consideration spans that now appear shorter than a TikTok video—however a couple of nonetheless handle to drag off attention-grabbing debuts of idea vehicles and manufacturing fashions.
The biennial Paris Motor Present, or if you wish to sound extra refined, Mondial de l’car de Paris (or Mondial de l’Auto in French), which alternates with Germany’s IAA, stays one of many final bastions of such occasions in Europe, nonetheless managing to draw the eye of main automakers, a lot to their credit score.
This 12 months, the present runs from October 14 to twenty within the coronary heart of Paris. As per custom, the entire large world premieres will occur on day one, which is devoted to the press.
To maintain you on top of things with the newest Paris motor show-related information, we’ve compiled a complete listing of upcoming premieres—each confirmed and rumored. We’ll preserve updating it as automakers proceed to drop hints and teasers, so keep tuned.
Alpine A390_β Idea
Alpine is able to present us its first-ever crossover within the type of the A390_β idea. Teasers and spy photographs reveal a sporty coupe-SUV stance, with aggressive styling particulars. The absolutely electrical powertrain is predicted to provide as much as 600 hp from a dual-motor setup, giving it AWD capabilities.
The idea will debut on October 11, earlier than its first public outing in Paris. The manufacturing model is predicted to observe subsequent 12 months, serving as a rival to the Porsche Macan EV.
Alpine Alpenglow Hy6 Idea
The French model may also present an evolution of its hydrogen-powered supercar idea, initially unveiled in 2022. The brand new iteration will swap the unique mannequin’s four-cylinder engine for a extra highly effective V6, once more operating on hydrogen. The Alpenglow is likely to be a rolling lab for brand new applied sciences, however Alpine hinted there’s a probability it evolves right into a manufacturing providing by 2028.
BMW iX3 (Not Confirmed)
BMW is about to enter a brand new period, with its upcoming fashions using on the electrified Neue Klasse structure. Whereas unconfirmed, the Bavarian automaker may use the Paris Auto Present to debut the brand new iX3, which was teased earlier this 12 months by the Imaginative and prescient Neue Klasse X idea.
The absolutely electrical SUV will function each single- and dual-motor setups, with an M-branded model rumored to be on the horizon. The BMW iX3 can be offered alongside the unrelated X3, which marches on after its current facelift. (Illustration: Josh Byrnes/Carscoops)
Citroen C4 facelift
The Citroen C4 and C4-X are set to obtain their mid-cycle updates, adopting the model’s newest design language, as seen on the C3 and C3 Aircross. Exterior revisions will concentrate on the entrance and rear, that includes cleaner lighting designs and the brand new double-chevron emblem. Spy photographs recommend that inside adjustments can be extra delicate. The powertrain lineup is predicted to stay unchanged, with the crossovers persevering with to supply Stellantis’ mild-hybrid and EV choices.
Dacia Bigster
The Dacia Bigster marks the Romanian model’s foray into the compact SUV phase, aiming to ship a mix of practicality and rugged styling at an reasonably priced value level. Based mostly on the 2021 idea, the manufacturing model will seemingly be an prolonged variant of the Dacia Duster, sharing its CMF-B platform and powertrain choices.
Anticipated to stretch to round 4.6 meters (181 inches), the Bigster can be Dacia’s longest mannequin but. The prolonged physique will provide the choice of three-row seating, although entry-level trims will seemingly function two rows and a bigger cargo space. (Illustration: Jean Francois Hubert/SB-Medien)
Ford Puma GEN-E (Not Confirmed)
The Ford Puma GEN-E is coming to problem the absolutely electrical subcompact SUVs from the Stellantis group. A lined grille and some EV-specific design parts will differentiate it from the interior combustion Puma lineup, which acquired a facelift earlier this 12 months.
The electrical powertrain may very well be sourced from the mechanically-related Ford E-Tourneo Customized, which produces 134 hp (100 kW / 136 PS). Manufacturing of the Ford Puma GEN-E will happen in Craiova, Romania, alongside its ICE-powered variations.
Mini JCW E (Not Confirmed)
Mini plans on increasing its JCW lineup with a number of ICE-powered and absolutely electrical fashions. Each the Mini John Cooper Works E and the gas-powered scorching hatch equal have been confirmed to debut this fall, so one among them might seem in Paris.
Essentially the most highly effective model of the electrical hatchback lately surfaced in China, showcasing its exterior design and key specs. Based on official filings, the one electrical motor produces 255 hp (190 kW / 258 PS), paired with a JCW-specific bodykit and chassis setup.
Renault 4 E-Tech
A brand new R4 E-Tech will quickly be part of the R5 E-Tech supermini, bringing nostalgic styling cues from the unique within the type of a completely electrical crossover. The manufacturing mannequin can be a extra toned-down model of the 2022 4EVER Trophy idea, with smaller wheels and revised bumpers.
Constructed on the AmpR Small EV structure (previously CMF-BEV), the R4 E-Tech will seemingly share powertrain choices with the smaller R5 E-Tech. This retro-inspired crossover will compete within the crowded subcompact SUV phase as the electrical counterpart to the Renault Captur. (Illustration: Jean Francois Hubert/SB-Medien)
Renault 17 Electrical Restomod
With the restomod enterprise booming, Renault determined take a stab at revamping a traditional: the Renault 17 from the ’70s. In collaboration with French designer Ora Ito, the coupe’s exterior now options modern LEDs and new wheels whereas sustaining the proportions of the unique. The inside has been overhauled with cutting-edge expertise.
Beneath the floor, the R17 boasts a brand new carbon fiber chassis, and its inner combustion engine has been changed with an electrical motor driving the rear wheels. Sadly, the R17 Electrical Restomod just isn’t destined for manufacturing and can seemingly stay a one-off.
Renault Estafette Idea
Renault is reviving the Estaffette nameplate from the ’60s with a brand new electrical van. The Renault Estaffette idea previews a manufacturing LCV, set to reach in 2026, with retro-futuristic styling and a significantly cool inside. The van is predicated on the FlexEVan structure developed in collaboration with Volvo and logistics firm CMA CGM Group. Because of intelligent packaging, it measures 4,870 mm (191.7 inches) lengthy, however has a 7.1 square-meter (250.7 cubic toes) load capability.
Skoda Elroq
The Skoda Elroq is a brand new absolutely electrical compact SUV, constructed on VW Group’s MEB structure. It can showcase Skoda’s newest design language, together with the so-called “Tech-Deck Face.” Each the outside and inside have been partially revealed by way of official teasers and sketches forward of its debut.
Positioned because the zero-emission counterpart to the ICE-powered Skoda Karoq, the Elroq will provide 4 powertrain and battery configurations (RWD and AWD), delivering as much as 295 hp (220 kW / 299 PS) and a most vary of 348 miles (560 km) on the WLTP cycle. (Illustration: Josh Byrnes)
VW Tayron
Volkswagen can’t cease increasing its SUV lineup with new fashions. The most recent addition is named the Tayron and it serves as a substitute for the three-row Tiguan Allspace. The brand new mannequin, which is predicted to undertake the Tiguan moniker within the US, lately appeared in China because the Tayron L.
The brand new SUV is predicted to share its MQB Evo underpinnings and electrified powertrain choices with the marginally smaller EU-spec VW Tiguan. The Tayron can be unveiled on October 10, simply forward of its public debut on the Paris Motor Present.
Extra Debuts
As well as, a number of Chinese language automakers can be current on the present, showcasing their fashions to the European market. Based on the occasion’s official web site, manufacturers like BYD, Dongfeng Forthing, GAC, Leapmotor, Seres, and XPeng will every have devoted stands.
Which Manufacturers Will Skip The Present?
A number of corporations have determined to take a seat out the 2024 Paris Motor Present, together with some large names like Cupra, Hyundai, Jeep, Lamborghini, Mercedes-Benz, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Polestar, Seat, Suzuki, Volvo, and Zeekr.
Particular Film Automotive Exhibition
A Pop Tradition exhibition by Film Automobiles Central will showcase 25 iconic automobiles from movies and TV sequence. Franck Galiègue’s Film Automobiles Central assortment, the most important in Europe, will take heart stage in Pavilion 7.1. Among the many standout fashions on show are:
o Batmobile
o Ford Gran Torino (Starsky and Hutch)
o Peugeot 406 (Taxi)
o Ferrari 308 GTS (Magnum)
o Pontiac Firebird “KITT” (Knight Rider)
o Aston Martin DBS and BMW 750 (James Bond)
o Delorean from Again to the Future 2