Various concepts and production models were revealed at the Chicago auto show’s 8 & 9 February media preview days.

Acura ILX (2013), first into the segment in which Audi’s A3 sedan will compete

Acura RDX (2013), second generation of this rival for the Infiniti EX

Ford Mustang Shelby GT 500 convertible (2013), joins the existing hatchback

GMC Acadia facelift (2013), first update for this big crossover

Hyundai Elantra Coupe (2013), the Kia Forte KOUP’s new twin

Hyundai Elantra GT (2013), a rebadged i30 five-door for the US and Canada

Kia Track’ster concept, three-door preview of the next Soul

Nissan 370Z facelift (2013), mid-life update but no powertrain changes for the Zee

Nissan NV200 Compact Cargo Van (2013), debut of the US-built version

Ram Laramie Limited (2013), new variant for Chrysler’s big pick-up

Volkswagen Beetle TDI (2013), a diesel Bug is due in US dealers from August

The model year for North American markets is listed in parentheses