Top 10 Most Anticipated Cars for 2016

Top 10 Most Anticipated Cars for 2016
AutoGuide.com’s Most Popular Videos of 2015
Top 10 AutoGuide Photos of 2015
2017 Honda Civic Si Rumored to Have 220-230 HP
Mazda MX-5, CX-3 and Mazda6 Gets Racy for Tokyo Auto Salon

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The New Year is here, which means we're going to get to enjoy a wide selection of new vehicles.

From sports cars to sedans to uber-luxury SUVs, there's a lot to look forward to in 2016. AutoGuide.com has chosen its Top 10 most anticipated cars for 2016. We can't wait to get behind the wheel of these cars to deliver our impressions to you.

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Acura NSX

It almost seems like the new Acura NSX has been one of the most anticipated cars for several years straight. But alas, the Japanese automaker doesn't expect anymore delays this time around and it will finally arrive dealerships next year. This past year, Acura has been testing the NSX all around the U.S. with 573 horsepower and stunning good looks.

Alfa Romeo Giulia

It made its official debut at the 2015 L.A. Auto Show and there's a lot to love about the Alfa Romeo Giulia, especially the Quadrifoglio model. Packing 505 hp and the claim of being the world's fastest production sedan around the Nurburgring, the Italian automaker's sedan will definitely be hunting some BMW M4s when it arrives late next year. Under the hood is a 2.9-liter twin-turbo V6 sourced from Ferrari and it will go zero to 60 in just 3.8 seconds.

Aston Martin DB11

It hasn't officially bowed yet, but the Aston Martin DB11 will make its debut next year as a replacement for the DB9. As the first major product for the company's Second Century Plan, we expect the British automaker to come out swinging. Rumor has it that Aston Martin is looking at a turbocharged engine from AMG, although many believe the company will stick to a 6.0-liter naturally aspirated V12 engine.

Bentley Bentayga

How can you not be excited to see the world's most powerful, most expensive and most ridiculous SUV to start roaming your local streets? The Bentley Bentayga is a sign of things to come from luxury automakers, especially with the Lamborghini Urus also on the horizon. Sporting a 6.0-liter twin-turbo W12 engine with 600 hp, this opulent beast will go zero to 60 in four seconds flat.

BMW M2

When the BMW M2 was unveiled earlier this year, it showed that the German automaker means business for 2016. With 370 hp and 343 lb-ft of torque from a 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six engine, the M2 will go from zero to 60 in 4.3 seconds and weighs 3,295 pounds. Best of all, it has a manual transmission, proving BMW hasn't gone soft on us just yet.

Fiat 124 Spider

The Mazda Miata's Italian cousin bowed at the 2015 L.A. Auto Show sporting a turbocharged motor with 160 hp and 184 lb-ft of torque. Sure, the styling is a bit divisive, but you'll be able to judge for yourself when it arrives dealerships next summer. Both six-speed manual and automatic transmissions will be available and it will be interesting to see how Fiat decides to price its version of the Miata roadster.

Ford Focus RS

There's a hot hatch coming with 350 hp and 350 lb-ft of torque and it's a Ford. The Focus RS is powered by a 2.3-liter EcoBoost four-cylinder engine and is packed bumper to bumper with performance-minded goods including all-wheel drive and Brembo brakes. Pricing is rumored to start around $35,730 while buyers can choose to add a sunroof, navigation, 19-inch wheels and sticky Michelin tires.

Ford GT

When the Ford GT made its debut at the beginning of this year, jaws dropped at the 2015 Detroit Auto Show. Making a real statement with its return to the supercar segment, the new Ford GT is expected to have more than 600 hp while weighing a scant 2,890 lbs. With a 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6 powering the Ford GT, expect to see it at motorsports events worldwide next year and hopefully we'll have the privilege of putting it to the test.

Jaguar F-Pace

Everyone loves crossovers right now, so it only makes sense that luxury automakers join the party. The Jaguar F-Pace will be available starting next year with a price tag of $43,385 and there's a lot to love about the British automaker's first crossover. At its initial launch, the entry-level model will feature a 3.0-liter supercharged V6 engine with 340 hp and 332 lb-ft of torque, although a four-cylinder diesel will join the lineup later on to lower the entry price to $41,995. Those that want even more power can opt for the same V6 but with 380 hp and 332 lb-ft of torque.

Volvo S90

Volvo finished off the year in style, introducing the new S90 sedan packed to the brim with style and tech. Powerplants include the Swedish automaker's T8 and T6 engines, although specific power output for the sedan haven't been announced. In the case of the T6, the supercharged and turbocharged four-cylinder engine should provide around 316 hp while the T8 hybrid powertrain delivers 400 hp and and 472 lb-ft of torque in the XC90. Expect more details to come on the luxury sedan when it makes its official public debut at the 2016 Detroit Auto Show.

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AutoGuide.com’s Most Popular Videos of 2015

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This year, AutoGuide.com produced more 200 videos!

Attending auto shows worldwide and getting our grubby little hands on every exciting car to review, our team of editors and video producers love getting in front of the camera so our readers can get all the info they need about today's newest rides. As we look back on 2015, there were plenty of debuts that got us excited, but the most popular with our viewers was the 2016 Honda Civic, with our first look video getting more than 700,000 views despite being only two months old!

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Reflecting today's market, our videos on crossovers were also quite popular, with the 2016 Hyundai Tucson review being the third most-watched video of the year. Sports car enthusiasts couldn't wait to check out our review of the 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata while luxury shoppers got a closer look at the 2016 Jaguar XF, 2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport and 2016 Cadillac CTS-V. Truck buyers weren't left out in the cold either, with our 2015 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2015 Toyota Tacoma comparison also making the top 10.

Check out AutoGuide.com's most watched videos from 2015 below.

2016 Honda Civic First Look

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2016 Nissan Maxima Review – First Drive

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2016 Hyundai Tucson Review

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2016 Mazda CX-3 Review – First Drive

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2016 Mazda MX-5 Review

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2016 Jaguar XF First Look – 2015 New York Auto Show

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2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport Review – First Drive

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2015 Chevrolet Colorado vs 2015 Toyota Tacoma

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2015 Ford Edge Review – First Drive

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2016 Cadillac CTS-V Review – First Drive

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Top 10 AutoGuide Photos of 2015

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For the team at AutoGuide.com, 2015 was another memorable year.

From Arizona to California, Paris to Frankfurt, we've been around the world to cover the latest that the automotive industry has to offer, and we've taken some great photos in the process.

So scroll down to check out some of our favorite shots from 2015.

Photo by: Chris Blanchette, featured in: 2016 Jaguar XF S Review

The deserts of Arizona offering breathtaking scenery and the new curves of the Jaguar XF S fit right in.

Photo by: Chris Smart, featured in: Pebble Beach Supercar Gallery

Seeing a car like a Ferrari LaFerrari is rare occurrence, but seeing it next to a lineup of Lamborghinis is a truly unique experience. Welcome to the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, where the world's upper crust gather once a year to show off their automotive masterpieces.

Photo by: Chris Smart, featured in: Pebble Beach Classics Gallery

The world's most expensive classic cars are also on display each year at Pebble Beach along with patrons' interesting headwear choices.

Photo by: Adam Wood, featured in: 2016 Ford Explorer Platinum Review

The U.S. has some truly spectacular scenery to offer, as we discovered on our drive through Yellowstone National Park with the Ford Explorer Platinum.

Photo by: Chris Blanchette, featured in: 2015 Lamborghini Huracan Review

It's hard to ignore this bright orange beauty.

Photo By: Nick Busato, featured in: 2016 Nissan Titan XD Review

Once again, the deserts of Arizona provided a great backdrop, this time for a brand new pickup truck.

Photo by: Adam Wood , featured in: 2015 Mazda MX-5 Review

The MX-5 is all about driving pleasure and it looks like it's ready for some fun on this summer day in the hills of California.

Photo by: Adam Wood, featured in: 2015 Chevy Corvette Z06 Review

The Corvette Z06 looks truly striking under the Nevada sun.

Photo by: Chris Blanchette, featured in: 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT S Review

The Mercedes AMG GT S is a gorgeous car with a sinister face, especially from this low angle.

Photo by: Stephen Elmer, featured in: 2015 Ram 1500 Rebel Review

The Ram Rebel is a V8-powered truck with some decent off-road credentials. We took a day to crash through the bush and the Rebel delivered the goods.

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2017 Honda Civic Si Rumored to Have 220-230 HP

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The 2017 Honda Civic Si is rumored to arrive late next year or early spring 2017.

The news comes from HondaPro Jason via the CivicX forum, who claims the new 21017 Honda Civic Si will be powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. The powerplant is believed to be a detuned version of the Type R engine with around 220 to 230 horsepower and will be mated to a six-speed manual transmission. The model will likely share many of its parts with the new Civic Type R that is scheduled to be released in spring or summer 2017.

We already know that the Honda Civic coupe will arrive dealerships as a 2016 model year but the hatchback will join it soon after. According to the rumors, all markets will be receiving the coupe, hatchback and sedan models, with the Type R available in most, but not all markets.

Although the information comes unconfirmed, it does make sense. The new Civic Type R will have at least 300 hp and giving the Si a detuned version of the powerplant saves on R&D costs for the Japanese automaker. It also ensures that the 2017 Honda Civic Si stays affordable and leaves the Type R room to breathe as the range-topping model.

[Source: CivicX]

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Mazda MX-5, CX-3 and Mazda6 Gets Racy for Tokyo Auto Salon

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Mazda is bringing plenty of goodies to the 2016 Tokyo Auto Salon.

Although the Japanese automaker isn't showcasing any official Mazdaspeed vehicles at this year's show in Japan, it will bring three Racing concepts based on the existing MX-5 Miata, CX-3 and Mazda6 models. The MX-5 and CX-3 are finished in a jet black exterior paint with red accents and sportier wheels, an aero kit and Alcantara interior. The Mazda6 sedan is more conservative, shunning the red accents for a more all-black theme.

To contrast the black Mazda MX-5, the company will also showcase a spec racing model in white livery complete with roll cage and tow hooks. There will also be a rally-prepped Mazda2 that has had its interior stripped out and replaced with bucket seats, racing harnesses and a roll cage.

Rounding out Mazda's display at the 2016 Tokyo Auto Salon will be a few familiar faces including the Global Cup roadster, RX-Vision concept and LM55 Vision Gran Turismo. Hopefully it's a preview of things to come from the Zoom-Zoom brand, which is slowly falling behind its Japanese counterparts without a performance-minded sub-brand.

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