Must See Vehicles at the 2018 LA Auto Show

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The Los Angeles Auto Show, open to the public this year from Friday, November 30 to Sunday, December 9, 2018, features all the latest and greatest from the world of cars. It doesn’t matter if you’re looking for the perfect SUV to carry the family or a sports car to take out on the track.

There’s a lot to see, but where do you start? Here are the must-see cars at this year’s LA Auto Show.

Audi e-tron GT Concept

The Audi e-tron GT Concept is an all-new electric concept vehicle combining sports car performance with a luxurious interior. Although only a concept today, Audi will use the e-tron GT as the framework for a production version that will be available in two years. The Audi e-tron GT Concept is an all-new concept car. Production version in 2021. To be announced.

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2019 BMW 8 Series Convertible

The first-ever BMW 8 Series Convertible is a soft-top four-seater. It has a 4.4-liter turbocharged 8-cylinder engine with 523 horsepower and 553 lb-ft of torque. This performance convertible has a top speed of 155 mph and will do 0-60 mph in 3.8 seconds. The 2019 BMW 8 Series Convertible is all-new. March 2019. $121,400.

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BMW Vision iNEXT Concept

The BMW Vision iNEXT Concept is a fully-electric vehicle that showcases the latest in BMW technology. Similar in size to production BMW SUVs, it puts the spotlight on the future of autonomous mobility, connectivity, and design. The Vision iNEXT Concept is a concept car. Not for sale - a production version is coming in 2021. N/A

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2020 BMW M340i

The 2020 BMW M340i sedan enters its seventh generation with a 3.0-liter turbocharged inline 6-cylinder engine with 382 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque. This is paired to an 8-speed automatic transmission with launch control and will propel the M340i from 0-60 mph in just 4.2 seconds. The 2020 BMW M340i is all-new. Summer 2019. To be announced.

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2019 BMW X5

The 2019 BMW X5 has an upgraded interior with four-zone climate control and a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system dominating the dashboard. Two gas engines will be available with up to 446 horsepower. Available safety features include lane-keeping assist, traffic jam assistant, and new emergency stop assistant. The X5 is an all-new model for 2019. Now. $60,700.

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2019 BMW X7

The 2019 BMW X7 is an all-new SUV with three rows of seating and room for up to seven passengers or six passengers with optional second-row captain’s chairs. It will be available with either a 3.0-liter V6 or more powerful 4.4-liter V8 with standard two-axle air suspension for a smooth ride. The 2019 BMW X7 is an all-new model. March 2019. $73,900.

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Byton K-Byte

The Byton K-Byte is an all-electric sedan that combines the latest electric-vehicle technology with the latest autonomous technology. Several battery options will be available with a range of up to 350 miles. This is the second of three vehicles coming from the Byton brand. The Byton K-Byte is all-new. Sometime in 2021. Around $45,000.

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Byton M-Byte

The Byton M-Byte is an all-electric SUV with a range of up to 325 miles, depending on the battery selected. The interior features a screen that spans the entire length of the dashboard and, completing its futuristic vibe, the M-Byte will have Level 3 self-driving technologies. The Byton M-Byte is an all-new model. Sometime in 2020. Around $45,000.

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2019 Honda Passport

The 2019 Honda Passport is an all-new 5-passenger SUV that fits right between the smaller CR-V and larger Pilot. Powered by a 280-horspower V6 engine, the Passport provides a comfortable, roomy space for passengers along with the capability to handle off-road adventures.

The Passport is all-new for 2019. To be announced. To be announced.

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2020 Hyundai Palisade

The 2020 Hyundai Palisade is a 3-row SUV with room for eight passengers and an upscale interior. Powered by a 3.8-liter V6 engine with an estimated 291 horsepower, the Palisade has a roomy interior and is the largest SUV in Hyundai's lineup. The 2020 Hyundai Palisade is an all-new model. Summer 2019. To be announced.

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