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Spy Shot Gallery

Check out all the stars of the future that have been uncovered by our spies.

Photos: Automedia/SB-Medien

January 2008
This week we take a look at some of the stunning spy shots that our secret snappers have taken this year. From the tiny Ford Ka to the mighty Nissan GT-R, we've managed to capture some of the most important new cars of the coming years.

However, this is just a snapshot of the spectacular pictures our spies have managed to deliever. For the full lowdown on what new cars you can expect to be driving in the future, check out the special booklet in this week's mag (Issue 996)
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Ford Focus RS   Roewe 450   Vauxhall Insignia   Nissan GT-R
1. Ford Focus RS
The legend is back! Ford's new Focus RS will boast 300bhp, aggressive looks and a price tag of around £25,000. Expect to see it arrive in March 2009.


  
2. Roewe 450
This is China's answer to Europe's best family hatchbacks - the Roewe 750. Underneath the disguise is a shortened Rover 75 chassis. Due to hit the UK in 2009.


  
3. Vauxhall Insignia
This is the most important new Vauxhall for years. Called the Insignia, it replaces the Vectra and will make its world debut at the British Motor Show this July.


  
4. Nissan GT-R
The mighty Nissan GT-R was one of the star snaps of the year. Our spies caught it at the Nurburgring in Germany as it set a blistering lap record of 7 min 32 secs.
 
Porsche Panamera   Fiat 500 Abarth   Jaguar XFR   Ford Ka
5. Porsche Panamera
With a 911 influenced shape and mighty V10 powerplant the four-door Panamera is set to be a supercar star. First production cars should arrive in 2009.


  
6. Fiat 500 Abarth
The Fiat 500 Abarth is set to be the must-have hot hatch of 2008. With cheeky styling, up to 155bhp and a price tag of around £13,500 it's sure to be a popular package.


 
7. Jaguar XFR
Meet Jaguar's M5 rival - the XFR. It features a supercharged 500bhp motor, sports suspension and six-speed semi-auto gearbox. Expect to see it on the road early in 2009.


  
8. Ford Ka
It's been 12 years in the making - but the new Ford Ka is nearly here. Based on the Fiat 500, it'll feature cute styling and a capable chassis. The first UK examples should arrive late this year.
 
Ferrari Dino   BMW X6   BMW PAS   Audi TTRS
9. Ferrari Dino
A famous Ferrari name returns! Underneath this 599 mule is the new entry-level Dino. Powered by a 400bhp 4.0-litre V8 it should be capable of 190mph.


  
10. BMW X6
This is what you get if you cross a coupe with an SUV. Called the X6, it's set to be one of 2008's most sought after motors. Top-of-the-range versions get a powerful 407bhp turbocharged 4.4-litre V8.


  
11. BMW PAS
Here's the proof that BMW is going to launch its first-ever MPV. Called the Progressive Activity Sedan (PAS) it fits between the 5-Series Touring and 7-series in the German firm's line-up.


  
12. Audi TTRS
Meet the fastest TT ever. Powered by an all-new 350bhp 2.5-litre five-cylinder motor, the four-wheel drive RS should be able to sprint from standstill to 60mph in under five seconds.


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