Top 10 Concept Cars From the Past 10 Years
With their bold designs and cutting-edge technology, these are the coolest concept cars of the past decade. Would you drive the Porsche?
10. Opel GT
The 2016 Opel GT concept shown at the Geneva Motor Show didn't end up becoming a real car, but man, it was seriously cool. It had all the stuff we crave in a sleek, high-performance coupe: killer aesthetics, perfect proportions, and a lightweight build.
9. Rolls-Royce 103EX
Back in 2016, Rolls-Royce unveiled the 103EX as their vision of the future. It was a total departure from their usual style, with no steering wheel or driver's seat in sight. Instead, you lounged on a huge couch while the car whisked you away in luxury comfort to wherever you needed to be.
8. Karma SC2
Karma's line-up is pretty limited right now, mainly featuring the GS-6 sedan, which is essentially a revamped Fisker Karma. However, in late 2019, they dropped a bombshell with the SC2 concept—a beast of an all-electric supercar boasting a staggering 1100 horsepower. It's supposed to signal the brand's future direction. While we're a bit sceptical, those enormous scissor doors definitely score some cool points.
7. BMW Vision M Next
In summer 2019, BMW unveiled the Vision M Next, a modern take on the iconic M1. With its mid-engine layout and slick swing-up doors, it commands attention wherever it goes. Packing a 600-horsepower hybrid powertrain, it's not just about style—it's got serious muscle too. Here's hoping BMW has production plans for this beauty.
6. Jeep J6
Unveiled at the Easter Jeep Safari in 2019, the J6 concept is like the dreamy version of the two-door, long-bed Gladiator we've always wanted. Its proportions are spot-on, and let's be real, it totally outshines the regular Gladiator.
5. Porsche Vision Renndienst
The Porsche Vision Renndienst was born in 2018 but kept under wraps until 2020. It's touted as a "family-friendly space concept" for up to six folks, fully electric, with a unique central seating setup.
Porsche aimed to demonstrate how their DNA could translate into unlikely segments. Enter the minivan realm, where they showcased their design prowess in a way you'd never expect from them.
4. Genesis X Convertible
The Genesis X Convertible concept takes the Genesis X Speedium Coupe to new heights. With its breath-taking design, it exudes the classic grand-tourer vibe, featuring sleek, flowing body panels and a refined, sophisticated appearance.
Step inside to discover four seats and a driver-centric dashboard. Unfortunately, Genesis hasn't made any moves to bring the X, in convertible form or otherwise, to the production line just yet.
3. Ford Pro Electric SuperVan
In 2022, Ford unveiled the Electric SuperVan, harking back to the original Seventies SuperVan prototype that rocked a GT40 chassis and V-8 engine. But this modernised version? It's a whole new beast, packing a punch with 1972 horsepower thanks to four electric motors—one for each wheel.
Ford boasts that the Electric SuperVan can blitz to 60 mph in a mere two seconds. Plus, it's got five drive modes—Road, Track, Drag, Drift, and Rally—each finely tuned for traction and power distribution.
2. Cadillac InnerSpace
Cadillac is hyping up its 2022 InnerSpace concept as a glimpse into the future of personal autonomous transportation. It's a sleek two-seater boasting full autonomy, courtesy of Ultium batteries.'
But what really catches our eye? The futuristic interior, where passengers can immerse themselves in Augmented Reality Engagement, Entertainment, or Wellness Recovery themes while on the move. And let's not forget about that cool, sporty exterior design—it's definitely got our attention.
1. Porsche 919 Street
The 919 Street was meant to bring the power and prestige of Porsche's 887-horsepower Le Mans racer to the streets. Although what you're looking at is just a clay model, the actual production version was planned to share the same carbon monocoque, hybrid drivetrain, and wheelbase as its track counterpart.
Originally conceived in 2017, the 919 Street finally made its debut in 2020, when Porsche revealed several jaw-dropping concepts that had been kept under wraps until then.