The 2015 Los Angeles Auto Show opened to the public this week and we just finished previewing all the new cars on the floor. While there weren’t as many global debuts as last year, a number of manufacturers again chose the world’s most important luxury car market to roll out their new and refreshed models. Here are our favorites:
Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio
Making its U.S. debut, the Giulia’s V6 makes 505 Horsepower, powering the mid-size sports sedan from 0 to 60 in 3.8 Seconds. It also set the record time for a four door production sedan at the Nürburgring, lapping the famed circuit in just 7:39.
BMW M4 GTS
Adding an innovative water injection system to its M TwinPower turbo engine, the M4 GTS boasts 493 bHP. In addition it features a factory installed roll cage, track ready brakes, and extensive use of Carbon Fiber body panels. Only 700 M4 GTS will be produced worldwide, with only 300 available in the US, so get your order in now!
Buick Lacrosse
Maybe the surprise of the show. Buick design continues to get stronger as this near luxury brand introduced a new flagship full-size sedan. The overall look is well balanced with just enough bright bits to be interesting but not so much to feel garish.
Cadillac XT5
Just a few days after making its global debut in Dubai, the XT5 is the star of the Cadillac stage in L.A. A much needed replacement for the aging SRX, the new mid-size crossover hopes to challenge Lexus RX, BMW X5 and Audi Q5 for supremacy in this segment.
Fiat 124
Making it’s world debut in L.A. the iconic Italian roadster returns powered by turbocharged 1.4-liter, 160 horsepower engine. While based on the successful Miata platform, several changes have been made to evoke the original 124 Spider.
Infiniti QX30
Building on the momentum from the introduction of the Q30 sports, Infiniti chose to introduce the more rugged crossover version here in L.A. With its complex sinuous lines and athletic stance, the QX30 presents a very different options to buyers in the compact luxury crossover segment.
Lincoln MKZ
Is it coincidence that Lincoln chose the the home of plastic surgery to introduce its new face to the world? The 2016 Lincoln MKZ will be the first production vehicle to wear the brand’s new design, which is a big improvement from the previous split wing grill. MKZ also gets an exclusive 400 hp, 3.O liter V6 engine next year.
Maserati Ghibli S
For 2016, Maserati Ghibli S now sports a 410 HP Ferrari-built V6 engine and also adds the very plush Ermenegildo Zegna interior trim with silk, leather and wood accents. It all works together to create a luxury sports sedan with a very heavy Italian accent.
MINI Convertible
Based on the new, larger platform introduced last year, the MINI Cooper Convertible gives southern California residents another topless option for the new year. Available with a new premium leather interior and two powerful engine choices, the MINI droptop is made for fun in the sun.
Mercedes Benz SL Roadster
The SL is the classic convertible from Mercedes-Benz. Long, low and sleek it’s been turning heads for generations. Now with a new more aggressive design and four engine choices that range from a 362 hp V6 to a 621 hp AMG V12, the SL will have heads spinning as quickly as its tach.
Range Rover Evoque Convertible
It’s sunny southern California and nearly 80 degrees so why not select one more convertible for our top cars in LA. A slick, go anywhere, do it all, soft top cruiser, the Evoque Convertible combines the capability of a Range Rover with the personality of a Kardashian. It will not travel through life unnoticed.