The Top 10 Best Cars From The 2016 Detroit Auto Show

The Top 10 Best Cars From The 2016 Detroit Auto Show ACura Precision Concept

As virtually all the vehicles at the 2016 North American International Auto Show have been unveiled, we can take a quick look back at some of the best vehicles at the event in Detroit. While we didn’t see million-dollar hypercars from Lamborghini or things of that nature, there were a fair number of amazing vehicles, many of which are actually practical.

Nissan unveiled a concept pickup truck, Hyundai’s Genesis has now become it’s own brand, and Buick surprised the world with a car we actually want to buy. Here are the top ten best cars from the 2016 Detroit Auto Show.

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Nissan Titan Warrior Concept

10. The Nissan Titan Warrior Concept

Nissan unveiled the unapologetic Titan Warrior Concept truck at Detroit this year, and we must admit that it’s pretty impressive. We don’t often see concept pickup trucks, and the Titan Warrior is as aggressive as its name. While it’s currently just a concept, it’s meant to compete with vehicles like the Ford F-150 Raptor. It stands at nearly 6’8″ in height and it features a full-sized truck bed, 37-inch off-road tires, an off-road racing-esque suspension, a distinctive styling, roof-mounted LED lights, various carbon fiber parts, and a massive Cummins 5.0-liter turbocharged V8 diesel engine, among other features.

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Genesis G90

9. The Genesis G90

Hyundai has officially made Genesis their separate luxury automobile brand, and they delivered their first vehicle at the 2016 Detroit Auto Show: the G90. The Genesis G90 is meant to take on cars from European brands like Audi or BMW. The G90 is a 17-foot, four-door saloon car that boast classy styling, luxury features, and decent levels of performance. The interior of the vehicle is comparable to other mass-produced luxury cars and it’s equipped with a range of features. The G90 will come stock with a 3.6-liter V6 that delivers 365-horsepower and you can upgrade it all the way up to a 5.0-liter V8 that pumps out 419-horsepower. Genesis will offer a range of options and customizable features, and it will be interesting to see how this car performs in the real world.

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2016 BMW M2

8. The 2016 BMW M2

BMW showed off their newest M2 at the 2016 Detroit Auto Show, and it’s now better than ever. For many, the M2 is the epitome of a well-rounded, “all-in-one” driving machine. It looks good, it’s packed with luxury features, it’s practical with four seats, and it can perform extremely well. This is a car that you can tear up a local racing track and then go pickup some groceries before returning home. The 2016 BMW M2 has a turbocharged I6 engine that delivers 365-hp and 343 lb-ft of torque. It can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 4.1-seconds and it did the Nürburgring in 7:58. Since it’s a BMW it’s also packed with their latest luxury features as well. Not too bad for a car that starts at $51,700 dollars.

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2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

7. The 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Mercedes-Benz showed up with their all-new E-Class this year, and it’s as good as ever. The E-Class is one of the companies best-selling vehicles, so they know how to treat it right. The model for the United States will come stock with a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that offer 241-hp, while additional powertrains will be released down the line. Still this car is not necessarily about going fast, it’s more about having a comfortable driving experience. They have revamped the interior, added new safety features, some self-driving capabilities, and more.

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2017 Lexus LC500

6. The 2017 Lexus LC500

Lexus debuted their sleek and aggressive looking LC500, and it’s definitely one of the more memorable vehicles from the event. It’s a 2+2 sports coupe that offers the driver a combination of luxury features and great performance rolled into a car that will turn heads. This front-engine, rear-wheeled drive vehicle features a solid unibody design, a low center of gravity, carbon fiber and aluminum parts, and a 5.0-liter V8 that delivers 467-hp in total. This is definitely a car you have to keep your eyes on.

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Acura Precision Concept

5. The Acura Precision Concept

Acura brought a concept car with them this year called the Precision, and it was quite the looker. The Acura Precision was created specifically for this event by the companies U.S.-based design team. It’s a four-door sedan that has a futuristic design and a large body. This vehicle is a true concept that won’t be produced, rather, it’s just Acura giving us a taste of what’s to come in terms of looks for their newer vehicles.

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Chevrolet Bolt EV

4. The 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV

Chevrolet showed off their all-electric Bolt EV at Detroit, and while it’s not a supercar or a luxury car, it’s still impressive. The Chevrolet Bolt EV aims to offer consumers a reliable, compact, and fairly inexpensive all-electric vehicle. It will be available most likely sometime in Q4 of 2016 and it will be sold for $37,500 dollars. Then you can get a federal tax credit which brings the car down to just $30,000 dollars. It can travel over 200 miles on a single charge, something most other electric vehicles in this price category do not offer.

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Buick Avista Concept

3. The Buick Avista Concept

Buick surprised everyone this year when they brought out their Avista Concept car. It’s a sleek and elegant 2+2 coupe that is probably one of the most attractive cars the company has made in a number of years. While there’s still no word as if they will make it or not, the Avista would have a 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine, 20-inch aluminum wheels, an 8-speed automatic transmission, rear wheel drive, touch-pad door handles, and an advanced and premium interior space.

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911 Turbo S

2. The 2017 Porsche 911 Turbo

Porsche took their new and updated 911 Turbo to the 2016 Detroit Auto Show this year and it, like nearly all 911’s, was extremely well received. They have changed the exterior design ever so slightly, added new luxury features, improved the airflow, and made a number of other small changes. Additionally they’ve added 20 hp to both the 911 Turbo and 911 Turbo S, both of which are rocking a bi-turbo six-cylinder engine. The standard 911 Turbo has 540-hp while the Turbo S offers a whopping 580-hp. The Turbo can do 0 to 60 mph in 3-seconds flat while the Turbo S can do it in just 2.9-seconds.

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VLF Force 1 V10

1. The VLF Force 1 V10

One of the most interesting vehicles shown off this year in Detroit was the VLF Force 1. Created by the fairly new VLF Automotive who’s based in the United States, the Force 1 V10 is a high-end American supercar that offers virtually every spec you could want. Based on a Dodge Viper the VLF Force 1 features an all carbon-fiber body, 21-inch wheels, Pirelli tires, Brembo sport brakes, a luxurious interior, and of course its absurd 8.4-liter V10 engine that offers 745-hp in total. According to VLF we can expect a 0 to 60 mph time of 3 seconds and it should be able to top out at speeds of 218 mph. VLF will only make just 50 examples in total and they will start at $258,000 dollars.

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Written by Sebastian Hensiek

From Philadelphia, Sebastian is a fan of music, writing, art, and entertainment.