[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/event-coverage\/frankfurts-finest\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/event-coverage\/frankfurts-finest\/","headline":"Frankfurt\u2019s finest: the best cars we saw at 2017\u2019s show","name":"Frankfurt\u2019s finest: the best cars we saw at 2017\u2019s show","description":"The Frankfurt Motor Show is in full swing. It\u2019s the last big blow-out of the year for major car manufacturers to show off their forthcoming models and latest innovations. We told you about some of the cars worth keeping an eye out for ahead of the event\u2019s opening and after racking up several kilometres traipsing the halls, we\u2019ve pulled together shots of the cars that caught our eye more than others. Mercedes-AMG Project One This new 1,000bhp+ hypercar will be […]","datePublished":"2017-09-14","dateModified":"2017-09-14","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/#Person","name":"Isabelle Lawrence","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/","identifier":30,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Frankfurt-Motor-Show-2017-feature.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Frankfurt-Motor-Show-2017-feature.jpg","height":520,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/event-coverage\/frankfurts-finest\/","about":["EVENT COVERAGE","SHOWS"],"wordCount":598,"keywords":["Aspark Owl","Audi Aicon","Bentley Continental GT","bmw.z4","Ferrari Portofino","Frankfurt Motor Show 2017","Lamborghini Aventador S Roadster","Mercedes-AMG G63","Mercedes-AMG Project One","Mercedes-Benz X-Class","Mini Electric concept","Mini JCW GP Concept","porsche cayenne","Smart Vision EQ Concept"],"articleBody":"The Frankfurt Motor Show is in full swing. It\u2019s the last big blow-out of the year for major car manufacturers to show off their forthcoming models and latest innovations.We told you about some of the cars worth keeping an eye out for ahead of the event\u2019s opening and after racking up several kilometres traipsing the halls, we\u2019ve pulled together shots of the cars that caught our eye more than others.Mercedes-AMG Project OneThis new 1,000bhp+ hypercar will be capable of matching the pace of an F1 car, hitting 125mph from a standstill in six seconds.Reaching half that speed in that amount of time is plenty of pull for most people, but here we are with a truly staggering car. It boasts active aerodynamics to help cut drag in the straights too.Mercedes-AMG G63 Exclusive EditionOur love for the G-Wagon remains unabashed and this special edition model will bring production of the original model to a suitable end in style.Mercedes-Benz X-ClassIt may be little more than a fancy Navara, but that doesn\u2019t mean the X-Class doesn\u2019t fill us with want.Aspark OwlThe Aspark Owl may sound like something you\u2019re more likely to hear about on BBC\u2019s Autumnwatch than BBC\u2019s Top Gear but with a claimed 0-60mph sprint of under two seconds, we\u2019re thinking Monty Python instead. That kind of pace is more absurd than anything to emerge from the minds of Cleese and co. but we hope Aspark – a mysterious Japanese company – can deliver.Audi AiconThe new A8 was Audi\u2019s headline car going into Frankfurt but this stunning concept was what everyone was talking about on the actual stand.Naturally, it\u2019s luxurious (with first-class style seating) electric (with a claimed range of 497 miles) and, of course, it\u2019s autonomous.However, the Aicon (don\u2019t call it the \u2018Aircon\u2019) puts a spin on the self-driving idea by doing away with the steering wheel and pedals altogether in a bid to erase the stress of driving. For some, it may be creating a new worry: the stress of not being able to do anything if the car goes doolally.Bentley Continental GTLighter, quicker and more luxurious than ever, the new Continental GT looks like it will live up to Bentley\u2019s claims of it being the \u2018definitive luxury grand tourer\u2019.BMW Z4 ConceptThe long-awaited second-gen roadster is shaping up to be something special, especially that menacing back-end.Ferrari PortofinoEntry-level Ferrari or not, the Portofino remains a feast for the eyes.Lamborghini Aventador S RoadsterWe\u2019ve already raved at length over the drop-top Aventador S, and it is simply stunning in the metal.Mini Electric ConceptMini has revisited the idea of a battery-powered hatch and considering the progress made with plug-ins since, there\u2019s a much stronger chance this effort could reach showrooms this time.Mini JCW GP ConceptIt\u2019s the angriest looking Mini yet and we really hope it goes into production.Porsche CayenneThis third-gen SUV has ditched the diesel for now but we still love the look of this mould-breaking luxury mudplugger.Smart Vision EQ ConceptSmart cars are crazy at the best of times and the bonkers dial has been cranked right up for this concept.It imagines what would constitute a Smart Fortwo in 2030 and as you\u2019d imagine, it\u2019s fully electric, fully autonomous and is designed exclusively for car sharing. Gotta love that bubble look though.Which cars have taken your fancy? Tell us down there in the comments."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Event Coverage","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/event-coverage\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Frankfurt\u2019s finest: the best cars we saw at 2017\u2019s show","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/event-coverage\/frankfurts-finest\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]