The 2018 Elantra GT also debuts Hyundai next generation AVN 5.0 infotainment system.
AmericaJR’s Jason Rzucidlo and Cory Martin were LIVE at McCormick Place for the 2017 Chicago Auto Show. In this gallery, look for photos of the debut vehicles we saw here. You’ll see the all-new Nissan Titan XD King Cab pickup truck, 2018 Subaru Legacy, 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT, among others. We’ll also show you GM President Dan Ammann’s speech to the Economic Club of Chicago. Check back tomorrow for more of our photos from the Chicago Auto Show…
Welcome to Chicago!
The Willis Tower (formerly the Sears Tower)
We took the Green Line Subway
Inside of the train
This way to the Chicago Auto Show
We had to walk across a skyway bridge
Exterior of the McCormick Place
Cars.com welcomed us
Chicago Auto Show globe
Honda Civic Red Bull race car
The Nissan Press conference
Fred Diaz is division vice president and general manager, North America Trucks and Light Commercial Vehicles, Nissan North America, Inc.
He discussed the all-new Nissan TITAN XD King Cab
KODAK Digital Still Camera
Nissan Titan truck line-up
The TITAN King Cab will be offered in 4×4 and 4×2 drive and three grade levels – S, SV and PRO-4X
KODAK Digital Still Camera
KODAK Digital Still Camera
The new King Cab also offers a first-in-segment “rear seat delete” option, which removes the rear seat, rear heater duct and rear roof-mounted assist grips and adds a flat rear load floor and rear wall finisher with tie-down hooks.
Introducing the 2018 Subaru Legacy
The 2018 Legacy is now the roomiest sedan in the midsize segment
A new gray interior is now available, in addition to black or ivory. The steering wheel is all new with a sportier look and feel.
Inside there is an available 8-inch display screen for enhanced multimedia capabilities
Limited models with EyeSight utilize the systems’ cameras for High Beam Assist, which automatically turn the high beams on and off depending on traffic conditions.
Another model of the 2018 Subaru Legacy
Steering Responsive Headlights in conjunction with LED headlights aims the lights into turns as the driver steers.
Two engines are available: 2.5i model with an efficient and responsive 175-hp 2.5-liter 4-cylinder BOXER engine, or, as the Legacy 3.6R with a 256-hp 3.6-liter 6-cylinder BOXER engine.
The 2018 Subaru Legacy will go on sale this summer.
Front of the 2018 Subaru Legacy
The 2018 Legacy gains the brand’s latest SUBARU STARLINK Multimedia system with Bluetooth wireless capability, iPod control, smartphone integration with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and more.
It features revised styling and significant upgrades to comfort, safety, and multimedia capability.
Introducing the all-new 2017 Subaru Crosstrek
Keyless Access with Push-Button Start, Blind Spot Detection / Rear Cross Traffic Alert and SiriusXM® All Access Radio (subscription required) come standard.
All Crosstrek models include the 2.0-liter Subaru BOXER engine producing 148 hp at 6,200 rpm and 145 lb.-ft. of peak torque at 4,200 rpm.
The 2.0i Crosstrek pricing starts at $21,695 with all models offering Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, 8.7-in. of ground clearance, and ample room for passengers and cargo.
Introducing the all-new 2018 Elantra GT
Lower, wider, and longer, the all-new Elantra GT adds a more aggressive stance and interior volume to its clean European style and driving dynamics.
The Elantra GT is available with conveniences like Infinity Premium Audio with Clari-Fi™, Apple CarPlay™, Android Auto™, and wireless smartphone charging.
It also comes with Smart Cruise Control with stop/start capability, Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Keep Assist, Attention Assist, High-Beam Assist, and Blind Spot Detection with Rear Cross-traffic Alert.
The 2018 Elantra GT also debuts Hyundai next generation AVN 5.0 infotainment system.
The 2017 Hyundai IONIQ plug-in vehicle
The driving experience inside Ioniq is enhanced through state-of-the art connectivity features like Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto®, as well as wireless charging of smartphones.
Even more, the 7-inch TFT instrument cluster displays all key driver information with outstanding resolution.
The Ioniq Electric offers pure electric mobility with a 28 kWh lithium-ion polymer battery for an estimated driving range of 124 miles.
The Ioniq Electric has an estimated 125 MPGe rating.
Then, we went to the Economic Club of Chicago luncheon
GM President Dan Ammann speaking with presiding officer Keith Cardoza
He talked about various topics including GM’s Maven car sharing service
More than 20,000 members have joined Maven and have traveled 57 million miles to connect to the people, places and experiences that matter most to them.
In 11 months, Maven has launched three products and has grown to 17 cities in the U.S. and Canada
Ammann also discussed the Chevrolet Bolt EV
GM President Dan Ammann
Ammann spoke about self-driving or autonomous vehicles also
AmericaJR’s Jason Rzucidlo and Cory Martin inside one of the cars at the auto show.
