The ongoing COVID- 19 pandemic situation has resulted in adverse effects on the economic and operational fronts all across the world’s industrial sector. Several manufacturers around the world and the whole of the automotive industry are undergoing various changes. The later months of 2020 are all to date prepared to witness great releases of the automobile industry.
Following is our pick on some of the most awaited new cars 2020 releases:
Volkswagen Golf Mk8
The Volkswagen Golf MK8 is a high-performance hatchback model with different cars in the series having various engine types. The MK8 has several components similar to its predecessor MK7 series, and these include its length, width, 2.0-liter turbocharged petrol engine, etc. With increased cockpit space and entirely digitized console, and features like Travel Assist autonomous driving, the interiors have been upgraded and made voluminous. This German hatchback has got an efficient 2-liter, 4 cylinder engine with performance power of 220 horsepower and 350 Nm of torque.
The Volkswagen Golf Mk8 that made its debut on Dec’19 in German showrooms is the eighth generation model of the Volkswagen Golf. The model is yet to hit the roads globally, and with the ongoing pandemic, it might extend till next year to reach the UAE market.
Chevrolet Corvette 2020
The Chevrolet Corvette is going to make its grand debut this year with an upgraded version of the 6.2-liter V8 engine. There is a long wait before the car’s release and already reports of a sell-out. Corvette’s mid-engine placement has been one of its key outstanding features. This model is the eighth generation Corvette and is inspired by the engine layouts from others like Porsche and Ferrari.
The model has received positive reviews from around the world. This mid-engine sports car is and attracts all eyes; it can be used either as a coupe or a convertible. It is the first-ever production retractable hardtop, and with its all-new LT2 V8 engine visible from the rear hatch window it appears beautifully sculpted. Its interiors are well crafted to provide a better handling experience. With a test record of the zero-to-60-mph time of 2.8 seconds, it has 495 horsepower and 470 lb.-ft of torque that makes it the most potent Stingray ever. The model’s price value is set to be from a minimum of 315000 AED.
BMW Series 4
The BMW Series 4 fans are all prepared for its launch in this year 2020. Although with a similar platform and dashboard to its predecessor, the Series 4 sets itself apart from the Series 3 models as sportier than the latter. This difference could be attributed to its overall styling change, including platform modifications like broader rear track and standard M Sport suspension.
The BMW Series 4 has three petrol and three diesel options and is said to feature a unique range of engine which adopts 48-volt mild-hybrid technology across the diesel line-up and on the range-topping 440i six-cylinder petrol. Its launch offers the four-cylinder 420d along with an availability option of xDrive four-wheel drive with its engine having 187bhp and 400 Nm torque. The exterior exhibits a sleek coupe roofline, but with familiar interiors with the Series 3 models, it has a similar cabin structure and a strict four-seater arrangement.
Ford Mustang Mach-E
The first electrical car from an American Automaker, the Ford Mustang Mach-E is a mid-size SUV with a five-door structure. The model is expected in the later months of 2020 cars release. The Mach-E series has five models in various countries; these include the Select, Premium, GT, California RT.1 Edition, and a limited First Edition which for some countries is already sold out as per its official website.
Being an SUV, its design specs are not along the regular Mustang lines. The company promises evident cost savings in 5 years, on the terms of switching from the regular gas-vehicle. The model provides extraordinary driving and ability from its all-wheel electric drive, the extravagance of space with plenty of legroom and storage benefits that would fit all rides and roads, be it camping, tailgating or along with the snow or mud-covered tracks. It assures seamless connectivity with the advanced dashboard controls and high tech connectivity in the single screen console. It comes with a complete autonomous driving aid, and from the speed angle, it targets 0-60 mph in the mid-3-second range.
Mercedes S-Class
From the best of full-size luxury sedans, the Mercedes S-Class is expected to be revealed in the later months of the new car 2020 list. The series models have always been successful in portraying sheer luxury with its majestic appearance and grand interiors. Its predecessor S-Class, the W222 had experienced sky-rocketed sales of over 100,000 units in the first year, and this new car 2020. the S-Class is queuing on the higher expectation front. This model is already ranking high on popularity, with its several most exciting features like the structural update and the fantastic architecture. Other features include an electrified powertrain, the new model could either have one or both powertrains augmented with mild-hybrid or plug-in hybrid technology. The sedan will not be an electric vehicle, and it is expected to have either a 3.0-litre inline-6 or 4.0-litre V-8 engine. With the ongoing changes, there could be a shift in the release dates for the Mercedes S-Class and the Maybach as well till the later of 2021.
These were our picks from the most awaited car releases 2020. Let us know about your favorites in the comments below. If you are a resident of UAE and are looking for the best car service provider in the region, visit Carcility. Download our app or visit our website to get your hands on the best car repairs and services, book your service with your nearest provider and get instant, fair quotes along with a real-time service tracking feature. Avail various ongoing discounts and offers and get all your car care queries resolved with us.
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