The Daihatsu Copen ZZ concept, shown in 2005 at the Frankfurt Motor Show, was a higher-performance version of the small Copen roadster. It was fitted with a 1.5-liter DOHC 16-valve DVVT engine, much larger than the engines used in the standard Copen at the time. The body was widened and slightly lengthened, making the car 110 mm longer and 125 mm wider for a more aggressive stance and better handling. The concept previewed a larger-engine version of the Copen that later reach

Toyota unveiled the Toyota Endo at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Designed by Toyota’s European design studio Toyota ED², the Endo was created specifically for major European auto shows and reflects a clean, modern approach to urban mobility. The Endo is a small two-door car with a solid, almost monolithic shape, yet it still looks serious and well-proportioned. Its wheels are pushed far toward the corners, allowing the compact body to comfortably seat four passengers. The interio

At the Frankfurt Motor Show, Smart unveiled the Smart Crosstown, a bold show car that explores how far the smart fortwo platform can be pushed. While the Crosstown clearly shares DNA with the Fortwo, it brings a tougher stance and more adventurous personality. The Crosstown rides on a 1,900 mm wheelbase with extremely short overhangs and compact dimensions, giving it a stocky, urban-ready look. Its Tridion safety cell is finished in a titanium-style color, contrasted by metal

For years, Škoda pushed for more design freedom but was held back by conservative oversight from Volkswagen Group. Small budgets and weak early concepts slowed progress. That changed at the Geneva Motor Show, where Škoda revealed the Škoda Yeti—a compact crossover with a bold, memorable front end that clearly set it apart and signaled a new design direction. Škoda expanded the idea with an open-top Yeti concept, refining details while keeping the core styling intact. Develope

The 2005 Renault Egeus Concept was Renault's bold step into the premium SUV segment, aiming to mix the rugged utility of a crossover with...

The 2005 Peugeot 20Cup Concept was a bold and imaginative experiment that blurred the lines between a car and a motorcycle. Built as a...

The 2005 Opel Antara GTC Concept was Opel’s bold take on blending the style of a coupe with the utility of an SUV. Measuring 4,530 mm...

The Peugeot Moonster Concept, revealed in 2001 at the Frankfurt Motor Show, was a bold and futuristic design created by Marko Lukovic. It...

The 2005 Mitsubishi Concept-Sportback was introduced as a forward-looking vision for a new generation of sporty five-door hatchbacks,...

The 2005 Mini Concept Frankfurt offered a glimpse into the future of the Mini brand, showcasing a design that remained faithful to its...

The 2005 Mazda Sassou Concept was a three-door hatchback aimed at young drivers, combining playful design with advanced tech. The name...

The 2005 Kia Multi-S Concept embodied the Korean automaker’s growing confidence in combining cutting-edge technology with practical...