2024 Cars to Look Out For

Rev your engines and buckle up for an exciting ride into the future of automotive excellence! As we usher in the year 2024, the automotive industry is poised to unveil a dazzling array of innovative vehicles that promise to redefine the driving experience.

In this blog, we will be your guide through the most anticipated 2024 cars, exploring the latest innovations, sleek designs, and game-changing technologies that are set to make a significant impact on the roads.

From electrifying advancements to iconic classics reimagined, join us on a journey to discover the cars that will be stealing the spotlight in the coming year. Get ready to fuel your passion for automotive marvels as we unveil the cars to watch out for in 2024!

CUPRA Tavascan

The CUPRA Tavascan showcases a bold design, sporting matrix LED headlights and a distinctive central spine interior with sleek, nearly invisible air vents. Offering an exhilarating driving experience, it features advanced chassis technology, sport suspension, and progressive steering, complemented by 21” forged alloy wheels and performance tyres for added sportiness.

As CUPRA’s inaugural all-electric SUV coupé on the Volkswagen Group’s MEB platform, the Tavascan VZ provides two power outputs – 286PS (210kW) and 340PS (250kW). The higher output version boasts dual-motor all-wheel drive, accelerating from 0 to 62mph in just 5.6 seconds and reaching 31mph in a mere 2.4 seconds, promising a thrilling driving experience.

CUPRA Terramar

CUPRA’s commitment to electrification is evident in its expanding plug-in hybrid range, showcasing the brand’s DNA. The lineup is set to grow further by 2024, offering more options with increased range.

A new addition to the team is the CUPRA Terramar, a sports SUV paying homage to Terramar, Sitges, featuring bold proportions and a striking design. Positioned in the fast-growing SUV segment in Europe, it will be produced at Audi’s Györ plant in Hungary.

The CUPRA Terramar will be available with both conventional petrol and new-generation plug-in hybrid powertrains, providing around 62 miles in all-electric mode. This electrified SUV embodies performance and contemporary sportiness, contributing to CUPRA’s broader journey towards electrification.

Dacia Spring

The Dacia Spring is set to debut in the UK in 2024. The UK launch introduces an upgraded version with significant design and equipment enhancements, staying true to Dacia’s reputation for delivering value, efficiency, and durability.

Already a success in Europe, with over 120,000 customer orders, the eagerly awaited Dacia Spring is about to make its mark in the UK this year.

Fiat Topolino

The Topolino is an ideal choice for urban commutes and short trips, effortlessly navigating through any location with its electric propulsion system. Paying tribute to the brand’s history while embracing innovation, it blends charm and modernity, embodying the New Dolce Vita lifestyle and displaying Italian design elegance.

Equipped with unique features like a convenient little shower, making it a must-have beach companion, the New FIAT Topolino appeals to a wider demographic, including drivers aged 16 and above (subject to licensing conditions).

The Topolino reflects FIAT’s commitment to sustainability, significantly reducing carbon emissions and noise pollution. This electric vehicle demonstrates respect for the ecological balance in urban environments, providing an efficient and compact solution for urban mobility without impeding traffic flow.

Kia Picanto

The upcoming 2024 Kia Picanto appears almost entirely refreshed, aligning with the latest family design for a notable change in appearance both inside and out. Expected early next year, the new model keeps its dimensions at around 3.6 metres.

Notable updates include a more sophisticated front end with LED daytime running lights and optional low beam, a redesigned rear fascia, and an 8-inch display for instrumentation. The engine options consist of 1.0 and 1.2 petrol engines, excluding hybrids, available with either a manual or robotised clutch gearbox, always featuring five ratios.

Mazda2 Hybrid

Introduced in May 2022, the Mazda2 Hybrid has become a popular addition to the Mazda line-up. Coexisting with the updated Mazda2, it broadens customer choices in the small hatchback market.

The upgraded 2024 Mazda2 Hybrid is set to arrive in March, supporting its place alongside the Mazda2 in Mazda’s comprehensive supermini lineup. In the UK, it will be available in four models: Centre-Line, Exclusive-Line, Homura, and Homura Plus, with prices ranging from £24,130 to £29,230.

This new model features exterior design enhancements unique to Mazda and offers improved connectivity and entertainment features across all versions. Notable additions include wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a new colour touchscreen central display.

MG Cyberster EV

MG announced that the upcoming 2024 Cyberster EV would be the first affordable electric performance car, ready to undercut existing models. It will come in two versions: a rear-wheel-drive 309bhp model starting at around £55,000 and a four-wheel-drive twin-motor version with 536bhp, estimated to cost around £65,000.

Originally planned as a successor to the MG TF, the Cyberster’s design had to be modified to accommodate a large traction battery, resulting in a longer wheelbase.

Renault 5

Renault confirmed it will highlight the Renault 5 at the Geneva Motor Show on 26 February 2024. Designs filed with the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) provided an early look, revealing a close resemblance to the acclaimed 2021 concept car.

The prototype draws styling inspiration from the 1972 to 1985 Renault 5 models, incorporating modern tweaks for a retro yet futuristic appearance. The silhouette mirrors the original five, borrowing features from iconic iterations like the cult classic Supercinq and R5 Turbo.

Front headlights and a front-mounted EV charging point have been modelled after the original, while wide rear wheel arches and a sporty red stripe paid homage to the R5 Turbo hot hatch, hinting at a potential high-performance version.

Featuring five doors with integrated handles for a sleek design, the prototype also included daytime running lights in the lower front bumper. Though details about the Renault 5’s interior remain limited, a minimalist design with a modern transparent digital instrument panel is expected in the production model.

Renault Rafale E-Tech

Built on Renault’s CMF-CD platform, the new coupe-SUV Renault Rafale shares close ties with the Austral but distinguishes itself by being approximately 200mm longer, 10mm lower, and boasting 40mm wider tracks. This results in a flagship with a distinct presence on the road, featuring crisper surfacing and refined detailing. Under the guidance of Renault’s design director Gilles Vidal, known for revitalizing Peugeot, the Rafale is a clean-sheet project displaying a design connection with his previous work.

The Rafale’s design incorporates clever details, such as a three-dimensional grille with a coloured inner section revealed as you move around the car, ‘oil-slick’ coatings in the headlight elements, and a continued evolution of Renault’s front-end lighting signature. The cabin, akin to the Austral’s, elevates material quality through increased use of soft-touch materials and trim highlights in materials like blackened cork or real slate. Standard features include Renault’s l-shaped digital interfaces, with the central touchscreen equipped with Google-designed software.

Toyota Land Cruiser

The Land Cruiser shifts from the J150 to Toyota’s new Global Architecture, featuring a more manoeuvrable and comfortable body-on-frame structure. The chassis is 50% more rigid, and the SUV promises increased responsiveness and comfort.

With a larger size, redesigned cabin, and upgraded features, it aims for a more upscale market. While maintaining its all-terrain focus, enhancements include improved wheel articulation and off-road driving modes. The Land Cruiser remains rugged yet gains refinement, making it a solid choice for a versatile SUV.