Having seen enough of those camouflage cars, this time we bring you a few interior photos of the topic models: two BMWs are all equipped with iDrive 8, Panamera learns from the little brother Taycan, and sitting in the Passat is like driving an ID.4
Porsche Panamera
The interior design is first exposed
In the winter we found that the next generation of Porsche Panamera had already begun to be tested. Now, the prototype is back, and for the first time we've captured the scene inside the cab.
In fact, the Taycan has already given us some clues, because the interior design style of the two cars is very similar, like the screen in front of the co-pilot can also be seen in the next generation of Panamera test cars. The gear shift mechanism is moved from the central channel to the instrument panel, and the air conditioner outlet is located below the central control screen.
Careful friends will find that the central control screen displays a new Panamera schematic that has not been disguised, but unfortunately the resolution of the picture is not enough to provide more details. If you look at this test car, what can be seen at present is that the front and rear lights, bumpers and the like have adopted a new design. Considering Porsche's tendency to adopt progressive, rather than revolutionary designs, the new Panamera certainly doesn't look unfamiliar to us.
In the mechanical part Porsche also follows this progressive philosophy: when the new Panamera is unveiled at the end of next year, its powertrain will be basically an improved version of the current model. However, it will be the last generation of Panamera with an internal combustion engine.
BMW M2
A little new detail was discovered
Since the second-generation M2 began testing, every time we see it, it gives us a little new information that makes us anxious like squeezing toothpaste. This recent appearance, we have a new discovery: on the inner edge of its headlights, there is a small grid-like structure, which looks like it should be a vent. We have speculated through earlier spy photos that the M2's headlights are different from the 2 Series Coupe, and this small vent is probably the difference.
Another new finding is that the car's side walls are visibly raised near the rear. In addition, judging by the tires, brakes and titanium exhaust pipes of this test car, it should be a Composite version, that is, the Thunder version.
We can also get a glimpse of its cab, and of course the most notable feature is the curved screen used in conjunction with the iDrive 8 system. Such a configuration will also appear on the ordinary 2 Series Coupe model.
Volkswagen Passat
The interior design shifts to the ID. series style
Like the previous two cars, we saw what the next passat looked like this time. It should be noted that these pictures are taken in a new Passat mule car, and the interior does not look very complete, but it can still be seen in the general layout of the interior of the new car in the future.
One of the most notable features is the central control screen with the characteristics of the ID.family, which is quite large in size, even exceeding the 12 inches of the ID.4. The driver is equipped with an ID.-style digital instrument cluster directly in front of it, and even the gear shift mechanism has been moved to the same position as the ID series, which can make more space in the central aisle. Replacing the previous style of luxury and comfort with the interior design of the ID. family indicates that the new Passat will make great strides in intelligence.
The ninth-generation Passat, which is expected to launch next year, will only be available in a station wagon version, and it will most likely be the last generation of Passats equipped with an internal combustion engine. The wheelbase will be slightly longer and the width will grow in tandem, so it will look more dynamic.
BMW i5
More like a "serious" sedan
Compared with the previous test car, the i5 that appeared this time has been replaced with the headlights of the future production version. The shape of its daytime running lights suggests that the headlights will have a similar design to a recent BMW new – thankfully not the weird-looking split design.
At this stage, the camouflage of the test car is quite thorough, and we cannot judge its other designs. One thing is certain, though, that the i5 will have a more traditional sedan look than the EQE's streamlined design with significant electrical characteristics. Of course, this is also directly related to bmw's still use of fuel platforms.
We also photographed the interior of the i5, and unsurprisingly adopted the iDrive 8 system and curved screen. In addition, the next generation of the 5 series will still launch a travel version, but it is not clear whether the i5 as a pure electric version also has a travel version.
Mercedes-AMG GT
Sister cars for the SL class
The spy photos of the next generation AMG GT must have been seen by you, and this time we have brought you the trailer of this car, is it the same as you imagined?
The new generation of the AMG GT is expected to share the platform with the seventh-generation Mercedes-Benz SL-Class, code-named R232 – a rugged aluminum space frame platform that was originally developed entirely by AMG. To avoid infighting with SL, the AMG GT is expected to be available only in a hardtop version.
AMG SL
With reference to the SL class, the new generation of AMG GT is estimated to have a rear-drive GT 43 version with a 381 hp in-line four-cylinder 2.0T engine, and a four-wheel drive GT 63 version with a V8 dual supercharged engine up to 585 hp. As for whether it will also add a model powered by an in-line six-cylinder engine, it is unclear.
The author of this article is Kick Car Gang Alai