Jaw-Dropping Reveals at Goodwood: The 2024 Speed Festival's Hottest New Cars
The Goodwood Festival of Speed 2024 is shaping up to be a veritable feast for automotive enthusiasts. This year, the spotlight is on several phenomenal debuts and updates from some of the most iconic marques. We've combed through the glittering array of cars set to make waves at the festival and highlighted the most captivating revelations for your reading pleasure.
The BMW Highlights
BMW M2 Update
The BMW M2 has received a significant boost with its latest update, now churning out a robust 473bhp. This refresh sees the M2 taking a leap forward in both performance and aesthetics, ensuring it stays at the forefront of the performance coupe market.
BMW M3 Touring
The BMW M3 Touring estate is also making waves with its updated lighting and a 20bhp power increase. This mid-life update is aimed at enhancing the M3's already impressive credentials, making it a must-see at Goodwood.
BMW M4 CS
Pushing the limits of the M4 coupé, the new BMW M4 CS offers a thrilling ride with an increase in turbo boost pressure up to 2.1 bar. This surge in power brings its output to an exhilarating 543bhp. Alongside a 20kg weight reduction, thanks to innovative use of titanium and carbon fiber-reinforced plastic, this model is a purist’s dream.
BMW Skytop Concept
BMW's Skytop Concept, a modern homage to the Z8, boasts the brand's most potent V8 engine designed for the road. With a limited production run hinted at just 50 units, this open-air sports car is bound to be a hot ticket.
BMW Vision Neue Klasse
The BMW Vision Neue Klasse previews the next-generation 3 Series EV. Marking a significant evolution, this concept promises 30% more range, 30% faster charging, and 25% increased efficiency, positioning it as a game-changer in BMW's electric lineup.
BMW X3
Goodwood will also welcome the new fourth-generation BMW X3. With a radical redesign both inside and out, and a reassessed chassis aimed at improved handling and comfort, it’s set to impress SUV enthusiasts globally.
Chinese Automotive Revolution: BYD and Yangwang
BYD Seal U
BYD continues its stride into the UK market with the Seal U, a plug-in hybrid family SUV focusing on blending refinement and economy. Alongside it, Yangwang’s opulent U8 luxury SUV will also grace the First Glance paddock.
Ford, MG, and More
Ford Mustang GTD
Prepare for the spine-tingling Ford Mustang GTD, a road-going racer boasting a colossal 800bhp. Available for order at a cool £315,000, its debut at Goodwood is set to be nothing short of spectacular.
MG HS
The next-generation MG HS, twinned with the Chinese Roewe RX5, will feature both petrol and plug-in hybrid options. Goodwood will mark its first public outing.
Innovations and Surprises
Ineos Arcane Works
Ineos’s Arcane Works division is set to redefine customization for the Grenadier off-roader, introducing limited-run specials tailored to customer specifications, with the first of these unveiled at Goodwood.
Lanzante Tag Championship
The Lanzante Tag Championship brings together the classic Porsche 911 Turbo and an '80s-era Formula 1 V6 engine, resulting in a lightweight, 625bhp road rocket. Its debut at Goodwood is awaited with bated breath.
Red Bull RB17
hypercar-autocar-render-side-profile_0.jpg?itok=G3Xu8Blx"/>