Morgan first built a three-wheeler back in 1910, but has re-imagined the concept with the launch of the EV3. The classic silhouette has changed little since the 1930s and it's still a hand-crafted piece of automotive couture, but the tubular-space-frame chassis now houses a 20kWh lithium-ion battery and a 46kW electric motor powering the solitary rear wheel. The EV3 weighs less than 500kg, and Morgan claims a top speed of 145kph and a range of 240km. £tbc
Bentley's Bentayga claims the accolade of being the first luxury SUV. With 600bhp, the 2,422kg car can hit an astonishing 300kph powered by a new 6.0L W12 engine (that will also offer 0-100kph in 4.1 seconds). Packed with superb tech, the Bentayga can sport dashboard-displayed infrared night vision that highlights pedestrians and animals in the vicinity of the road, as well as a Naim for Bentley stereo system that is seriously loud: 1,950 Watts, 20 speakers and a 300W subwoofer. From £160,000
Jaguar's first SUV is built on an aluminium shell that weighs just 298kg and offers superb economy in its class (24.5kpl combined). It's no slouch either; the F-PACE reaches 0-100kph in 5.5 seconds and has a 210kph top speed.
Inside, it has the new 10.2-inch touchscreen InControl Touch Pro entertainment system as an upgrade. Outside, the waterproof Activity Key wristband locks and unlocks the car, letting you leave the real keys in the car when water activity calls. The keys automatically deactivate while the band is in use. From £34,450
With faster lines taking influence from the Discovery Sport, this new styling is an elegant reworking of the Discovery 4. A redesigned rear spoiler optimises aerodynamics while also channelling air over the back windscreen. It's narrower than the 4, but its wheelbase is 38mm longer so cabin space is still cavernous.
Indeed, the third row of seats can now be folded or raised via the 10-inch touchscreen or with a smartphone app. Talking of phones, no one will be left without power as it boasts nine USB ports and 4G connectivity that can serve up to eight devices. From £43,495
Forget all the James Bond nonsense: the DB11 marks the launch of a new era for Aston Martin. It features the company's first turbocharged engine - a 600bhp, 5.2 litre V12. A partnership with Mercedes-Benz has given Aston Martin access to new tech, including gesture control, but the smartest feature is its AeroBlade.
By channelling and accelerating air through the rear of the car, Aston has created a "virtual spoiler". This provides the downforce required to keep the car stable at 320kph without the need for a rear wing. Clever. From £154,900
The GT or Grand Tourer marks a subtle shift in emphasis for McLaren's 570, transitioning from track-day warrior to continental express. A glass hatchback liberates a new, leather-lined load bay - meaning this 328kph supercar now has more luggage space than a Ford Focus.
There's a giant glass roof pinched from the P1 hypercar and it's worth upgrading for the epic Bowers & Wilkins sound system. The suspension has been retuned for comfort, but this is still a proper supercar with a 562bhp, 3.8-litre twin-turbo V8. From £154,000
The Bullet is only the 18th new car that Bristol has introduced since its car division was founded in 1945. Just 70 examples will be hand-built in Chichester and customers will be invited to tailor the cockpit to their own tastes - even the luggage is bespoke.
It's not all old-school charm, though. There's a 370bhp, 4.8-litre V8 engine from BMW, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and Apple CarPlay. There's even a concierge button so you can summon Bristol's dealership in Kensington. £250,000
This article was originally published by WIRED UK
