Philadelphia Auto Show Exotics, Concepts and Pre-Production Models

Philadelphia International Auto Show Lineup Boasts Several East Coast Debuts
–Exotics, concepts and pre-production models also featured—

Visitors of the 2009 Philadelphia International Auto Show can expect to find the latest in vehicle innovation, design and new technology when they visit the
Pennsylvania Convention Center January 31-February 8. The show is proud to welcome eight East Coast debuts, along with a variety of other exotic, concept and pre-production models. “The opportunity to check out the latest pre-production models, as well as dream machines and concept vehicles, is always a crowd favorite and great reason to attend the Auto Show,” said Joe Magarity, mchairman of the 2009 Philadelphia International Auto Show and president of Magarity Chevrolet. “It’s exciting to take a look at what we could possibly be driving in 10 months, or 10 years, from now!”

The following vehicles made their world debut at the recent North American International Auto Show and will make their East Coast debut at the 2009 Philadelphia International Auto Show:

2010 Buick LaCrosse Sedan
• 3.6-liter direct-injection V-6 engine with all-wheel drive
• Six-speed transmission with Adaptive Shift Control
• Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist and Rearview Backup Camera
• Side Blind Zone Alert and OnStar Automatic Crash Response
• Ambient Lighting, Bluetooth and QuietTuning
2010 Cadillac SRX Crossover
• 3.0-liter direct injected V-6 engine is standard; 2.8-liter direct injected turbocharged V-6 option
• All-wheel drive system includes advanced electronic limited-slip differential (eLSD), which
distributes torque as needed from side to side
• Adaptive forward lighting swivels headlamps in synch with vehicle steering
• 260 hp with driver-selectable “eco mode” that alters transmission shift points to maximize fuel
economy
2010 Chevrolet Equinox Crossover
• 30 MPG highway FWD, 27 AWD
• Power liftgate can be programmed to height
• Direct-injection, 182 hp, 2.4-liter engine, 174 lb-ft of torque
• Six-speed 6T45 Hydramatic
• 0 to 60 mph in 9.5 seconds
2010 Ford Taurus Sedan
• 3.5-liter, 263 hp Duratec V-6 and six-speed automatic transmission
• EcoBoost direct-injection technology delivers V6-like fuel economy with V8-level performance
• Hands-free voice-activated SYNC, push-button start, voice-activated Navigation System
• Capless Fuel-filler system
• Blind Spot Information System with Cross-Traffic Alert
2010 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500
• Front end adopts design from Shelby AC Cobra 427s of the early 1960s
• 5.4-liter V-8
• 540 hp and 510 lb-ft of torque
• Goodyear F1 Supercar tires mounted to forged 19-inch wheels
2010 Jaguar XFR
• Powered by an all-new 510bhp V8 with acceleration from 0-60mph in 4.7 seconds
• 461 lb-ft of torque
• Includes revised bumpers and lower front air intakes, unique seats and 20-inch alloy wheels
2010 Lincoln MKT Crossover
• EcoBoost 3.5-liter twin-turbo V-6
• 340 hp and 340 lb-ft of torque
• Voice-activated Navigation System with cross-traffic alert
• Voice-activated SYNC communications and entertainment system
Subaru Legacy Sedan Concept
• 3.6-liter six-cylinder boxer engine
• Design concept is based on a larger 108.3 in. wheelbase designed to maximize interior space
• Side-rear-vision cameras
• Latest version of Subaru’s all-wheel drive
The Philadelphia International Auto Show will also feature a wide variety of additional pre-production,
concept and exotic models including:
2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid Sedan
• 2.5-liter engine, 175 hp
• Electronic Stability Control
• 41 MPG city, 33 MPG highway
• Hybrid Energy Flow Display
• SmartGauge with EcoGuide
2009 Bentley Continental GT Speed
• Most powerful Bentley production car ever and first to top 200 mph
• V-12 engine reaches 0-60 mph in 4.3 seconds
• 600 bph with 553 lb-ft of torque
• Bluetooth Telephone system, keyless entry and DVD Satellite Navigation also available
2009 Volkswagen CC Sedan
• Adaptive Front Lighting System
• Heated Washer nozzles and rain-sensing wipers
• Rear-view camera
• 3.6-liter FWD, 280 hp and 265 lb-ft of torque
• 18 MPG city, 27 MPG highway
2009 Nissan 370Z Coupe
• 3.7-liter V-6, 332 hp, 270 lb-ft of torque
• Variable Valve Timing Control System with Variable Valve Event and Lift on intake valves
• Available 9.3 GB Music Box hard drive
• Available touch-screen, voice-activated navigation with real-time traffic updates
2010 Volvo XC60 Crossover
• Roll Stability Control and Personal Car Communicator
• 3.0-liter six-cylinder turbocharged engine
• 281 hp and 295 lb-ft torque
• AWD with Hill Descent Control
• Trailer Stability Assist
2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Convertible
• Direct Injection V-12 engine travels 0-60 mph in 5.7 seconds
• Top speed of 149 mph offering 453 bhp and 531 lb-ft of torque
• LCD screen with access to navigation and entertainment control
2010 Mazda 3 Sedan
• Blue LED lighting
• 2.0-liter engine, 148 hp, 135 lb-ft of torque
• 24 MPG city, 33 MPG highway
• Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
2009 Nissan Cube
• 30+ MPG , 122 hp, 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine
• Nissan Intelligent Key with Rear Sonar System
• Over 50 cu. ft. of cargo room with seats down
• Rockford Fosgate subwoofer/iPod
2009 Maserati GranTurismo
• 4.2-liter V-8 engine reaches 177 mph on 405 bhp
• Hits 0-60 mph in 5.1 seconds including maximum torque of 339 lb-ft
• Maserati Stability Program includes anti-lock braking system, electronic brake-force distribution
and automatic slip reduction
• Available Skyhook system of shock absorbers allows vehicle to adapt to characteristics of the
road and each driver
2009 Audi Q5 Crossover
• 3.2 FSI six-cylinder engine
• Quattro all-wheel drive, fast-shifting tiptronic, agile running gear
• Bi-xenon lamps and LED daytime running lights
• Lane change assistant
• Audi parking system with rearview camera
Jeep Renegade Concept
• Sporty two-seater with stand-alone, cut-down windshield and doors
• Combines a 40-mile lithium-ion battery pack and a small-displacement (1.5-liter, three-cylinder)
BLUETEC diesel engine
• Achieves 110+ MPG
• Rubber-clad headlamps and taillamps with one-piece molded soy-based foam seats and doors
• Wireless interior is designed to be hosed down – features a drain in the floor
2009 Lamborghini LP 640
• 12-cylinder engine and manual six-speed transmission
• Reaches 210 mph going 0-60 mph in 3.4 seconds
• Electronically controlled rear spoiler, air flaps and external mirrors
• Available electronic traction control system and robotized gear shifting system
2009 Aston Martin DB9 Convertible
• 6.0-liter V-12 engine produces top speed of 190 mph and reaches 0-60 mph in 4.6 seconds
• Maximum torque equals 443 lb-ft and with limited-slip differential
• High Intensity Discharge headlamps and Halogen projector headlamps with power wash LED
rear lamps
About the Philadelphia International Auto Show
The 2009 Philadelphia International Auto Show, produced and owned by the Automobile Dealers
Association of Greater Philadelphia, rolls into the Pennsylvania Convention Center January 31 – February
8. This year’s event will have hundreds of vehicles from approximately 40 different manufacturers.
Highlights include a variety of concept, classic, luxury, pre-production and exotic models. Ticket pricing
is as follows:
“E-ticket” prices are:
• $10.00 for adults (ages 13 and older) valid any show day
• $6.00 for children (ages 7-12) valid any show day
• Free for children 6 and under
Box office admission is:
• $12.00 for adults (ages 13 and older) on weekends
• $10.00 for adults on weekdays
• $6.00 for children (ages 7-12) on weekends and weekdays
• Free for children 6 and under
• Senior citizens (age 62 and over) receive a special admission price of $6.00 on weekdays only.
For more information, please visit www.phillyautoshow.com.