Acura
Honda’s North American luxury arm Acura is to show a concept car that previews its forthcoming MDX SUV, due for release in 2013. A seven-seat rival for the BMW X5 and Mercedes ML, Acura is hoping to expand MDX sales into Russia and the Middle East as well.
Audi
Audi has unveiled the SQ5 powered by a supercharged 3.0-litre V6 petrol , aimed at buyers who prefer petrol SUVs in countries like the US, Russia and China. Audi also sells a diesel powered SQ5 in some markets.
The new Audi RS6 also makes its international debut in Detroit. Lighter, more powerful and more efficient than its forebear, the RS6 develops 552bhp from its twin-turbo V8 and will crack 0-100kph in a supercar-rivalling 3.9 seconds.
The performance car showcase continues with the R8 V10 Plus. Sitting at the top of the R8 range, the Plus features revised suspension geometry and standard carbon-ceramic brakes for greater track performance.
America is an important market for the RS5 Cabriolet, so it recieved a second airing in Detroit. Using the same 4.2-litre V8 as the coupé, the RS5 develops 444bhp and can reach 0-100kph in 4.9 seconds.
Bentley
Bentley showcased the world’s fastest four-seat cabriolet in the form of the Bentley Continental GT Speed Convertible. With a claimed top speed of 325kph, the new GT speed is 11.2kph faster than the model it replaces.
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