Friday, January 27, 2017

The Small Cars from the 2017 Portland International Auto Show

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV at the 2017 Portland International Auto Show
2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV
Words by Andy Lilienthal, Photos by Mercedes Lilienthal

It's that time of year again in Portland, when many of the latest makes and models head to the Oregon Convention Center for the 2017 Portland International Auto Show, held January 26–29. While '17 isn't shaping up to be a highly anticipated small car year, there were some cool—and new—small cars on display.


2017 Alfa Romeo 4C - SUBCOMPACT CULTURE
It would be a crime not to show off the Alfa Romeo 4C's curves. 


2017 Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback - SUBCOMPACT CULTURE
Chevrolet brought its new Cruze Hatchback, which we think looks fantastic. Great color, too.

2017 Chevrolet Sonic RS in black - SUBCOMPACT CULTURE
Chevrolet refreshed its Sonic lineup for this year, and this happens to be the sporty RS trim level. Love the new front fascia.

2017 Chevrolet Sonic RS in black (REAR) - SUBCOMPACT CULTURE
The '17 Sonic also gets a revised rear fascia and new taillights, which look modern and attractive. 

Mint-colored Chevrolet Spark - SUBCOMPACT CULTURE
We love the Chevrolet Spark in the Mint color; it's subtle but classy.

2018 Ford EcoSport Titanium - SUBCOMPACT CULTURE
Frankly, I didn't think Ford would already have its little 2018 EcoSport crossover at the show, but alas, here it is!

2017 Ford Fiesta ST - SUBCOMPACT CULTURE
How could we not include the hot little Fiesta ST? Looks great in that dark gray.

2017 MINI Cooper with Union Jack soft top - SUBCOMPACT CULTURE
The Union Jack convertible top looks perfect on this aqua-colored MINI Cooper Convertible. 

2017 Subaru Impreza Sedan - SUBCOMPACT CULTURE
Subaru is showing off its new-for-2017 Impreza, which is quite a departure from the last one.

Fiat Spyder Abarth in white - SUBCOMPACT CULTURE
Fiat brought its Sypder Abarth to the Auto Show this year, complete with turbocharged 1.4-liter engine. 

Fiat Spyder Abarth in white (front) - SUBCOMPACT CULTURE
We really like the front end treatment on the Spyder Abarth, and think it looks great in white.

Red Jeep Renegade - SUBCOMPACT CULTURE
The hot-selling Jeep Renegade really pops in red. 

Mazda MX-5 Miata RF hardtop - SUBCOMPACT CULTURE
The new MX-5 Miata RF is dead sexy. And yes, that's a power top. 

Mazda MX-5 Miata RF hardtop (front) - SUBCOMPACT CULTURE
Really, from any angle the Miata RF is simply a stunner.

Here is a video of the Miata RF-'s top in action. 


Silver Chevrolet Bolt EV - SUBCOMPACT CULTURE
The Chevrolet Bolt might be the most important car at the entire show. This EV has a game-changing 238 mile range.

Chevrolet Spark EV with roof rack - SUBCOMPACT CULTURE
Although we love the roof racks on this Spark EV, it would significantly cut down on the range. 

Toyota C-HR - SUBCOMPACT CULTURE
Toyota brought its C-HR prototype to Portland. The production version will likely look very similar to this. 

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