In typical MINI fashion you can't really see the mid-cycle facelift, but if you look closely you'll see
updated headlights and taillights, plus a few other updates.
The 2015 Toyota Sienna stands out on the road with its refreshed exterior, restyled front grille, and
updated headlights and taillights.
From past spy shots, we expect the new BMW X5 will feature a larger double kidney grille as well as
updated headlights and taillights.
The Sorento features new front and rear fascias with a new grille, plus
updated headlight and taillight designs.
Not exact matches
The
headlights and grille outlines have been sharpened, the
taillights are slightly skinnier than on the current car, but otherwise this camouflaged prototype previews a subtle visual
update.
Styling
updates include a new front styling, grille
and headlights,
and new LED
taillights and trapezoidal tailpipes integrated into the rear bumper.
It takes a careful eye to notice the
updates, but they include dark tint
headlights and taillights, black bezels,
and black gloss finish on the radiator, window surrounds,
headlight washer caps,
and door handle inserts.
A snapshot of what's different about the BRZ:
updated front end with LED
headlights and fog lamps; LED
taillights; new wheels; new fender accent, new aluminum rear spoiler, new steering wheel,
updated gauge cluster with a color multi-function display, retuned suspension, reworked engine internals
and accessories that add 5 horsepower
and 5 lb - ft of torque to the 2.0 - liter flat - four, a new final - drive ratio for manual models (4.3:1 vs. 4.1:1 for 2016), a stiffer body,
and less aggressive stability control that includes a new Track mode.
Design changes compared with the standard Sonata are mostly shared between the two hybrid models,
and include a different front grille,
updated front
and rear fascias, revised
headlights and taillights,
and different wheels.
The most immediately recognizable change is the adoption of Audi's more aggressive, sharper design language, with thinner, more tapered
headlights and taillights and a hexagonal grille opening reminiscent of the new A7
and recently
updated A4
and A6 models.
Changes in store for the 2016 Toyota Avalon include an exterior
update with new
headlights and taillights, a retuned suspension,
and a new Touring trim level.
The mid-cycle refresh of the 2019 Chevy Camaro includes modest
updates to the fascia, including a more evenly split grille, revised
headlights and air curtains, new rear end with LED
taillights, a ten - speed automatic transmission replacing the eight - speed automatic
and updated technology.
The new nose incorporates revised
headlights, an
updated grille
and relocated fog lights, while the rear gets new
taillights.
For 2014, the Civic coupe got some exterior
updates including a more aggressive - looking grille, redone hood, bumpers, front fenders, side mirrors,
headlight housings
and taillight lenses.
Updated LED
headlights and LED boomerang signature
taillights have been added, along with new chrome - trim side door moldings complete the freshened appearance.
Added is the signature Acura Jewel Eye LED
headlights, LED
taillights,
updated wheels, suspension modifications, bumper redesign,
and new packages such as AcuraWatch Package (includes adaptive cruise control, collision mitigation, lane keeping assist system, road departure mitigation,
and forward collision warning)
and A-Spec (sportier appearance).
As such, this facelift brings about a new grille design, new front fascia,
and new
headlight and taillight units on the outside to go with an
updated chassis under the skin,
and some
updated technology
and new color / trim choices on the inside.
Kia's Sportspace will be the largest estate the brand has ever built,
and it should feature the same large grille &
headlights and the angled
taillights from the
updated Optima saloon.
For 2013, Land Rover has
updated its entry - level LR2 model with revised
headlights and taillights, a more powerful
and efficient engine, redesigned instrument panel,
and a host of new interior technologies.
The Mercedes S - Class lineup is extensively
updated, gaining new bumpers,
headlights,
and taillights; S450 models powered by a 362 - hp bi-turbo 3.0 - liter V6;
and S560 models powered by a 463 - hp bi-turbo 4.0 - liter V8 (the S560 replaces the S550).
The Cadillac XTS gets a mild facelift with LED
headlights and taillights, revised chassis
and front seats for a more comfortable ride, more sound insulation,
and an
updated infotainment system.
For the 2016 model year
update, the QX60 received an exterior refresh which featured new front
and rear fascias with restyled
headlights and taillights (LED Daytime Running Lights are added to the
headlight assembly on U.S. QX60 Models
and is with the restyled BI-XENON HID Projector Headlamps
and Front Turn Signal Lights for 2016), LED Fog Lights, Rear Turn Signal Lights (For 2016 they're now the same color as the Rear Brake Lights «Red»), an interior
update which now adds 3 USB ports to all 2016 Infiniti QX60 Non-Hybrid Models versus the 2015 Infiniti QX60 which only has 1 USB port,
and updated Deluxe Touring Package.
The Altima sedan undergoes a substantial mid-cycle refresh for 2016, with new sheet metal for the hood
and fenders, redesigned
headlights, new
taillight design
and an
updated interior.
On the styling front, the GS's restyled front end includes standard bi-LED
headlights, an
updated front bumper
and rocker panel design, as well revised
taillights and rear trim.
Judging by the remaining camouflage, the Renegade will receive modifications to the bumpers, grille,
headlights,
taillights and a slight
update to the cabin
and dash.
The refresh wasn't exactly extensive, but the ILX did gain
updated front
and rear fascias, a restyled front grille, five - point LED
headlights,
and LED
taillights.
Though much of the Panamera's shape was left intact from the previous generation, the car's front
and rear bumpers,
headlights,
taillights,
and cabin design have been
updated for a more contemporary look.
The facelifted BMW X1 comes with few new features like a new front bumper, remolded
headlights, new side mirrors, newly designed
taillights and an
updated rear bumper.
As a relatively low - volume car (even in the U.S.), the 2016 Avalon didn't warrant a terribly thorough
update: Toyota says there are new
headlights and grille up front, new
taillights (that we can't tell apart from last year's),
and a larger touchscreen display
and better - quality wood trim on the inside.
Like the Rio the Forte now includes the tiger nose grille
and updates to the
headlights and taillights.
It carries all of the same
updates as the coupe model, including the revised
taillight,
updated headlights and new exhaust exits.
Most of the same familiar design cues carry over, admittedly; the front
and rear fascia, grilles, exhaust tips,
taillights,
and headlights are amongst the most thorough
updates, with the latter available as LEDs in the Premier trim exclusively.
Sleek new LED
headlights,
and smoked
taillights with an
updated design further enhance the look.
The Jeep Cherokee gets a midcycle refresh for 2019, with a flatter front grille, new
headlights, new
taillights,
and some
updates beneath the surface, too.
My Silverado has been well taken care of
and has been
updated for its time with new Z71 rims,
headlights,
taillights, new seats, etc..
The new Enclave gets some serious
updates to the exterior that includes a redesigned
and shorter grille, new
headlights and taillights, revised fascias,
and some new body lines.
Highlights include a remodeled front end with a striking new
headlight design, revised LED
taillights, a trio of
updated audio systems
and a series of prominent interior upgrades.
At the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show, Porsche used the event's bright lit stage to show off
updates to the 911's bread -
and - butter models: the Carrera
and Carrera S. Earmarked for the 2017 model year, the two trims sport improved looks courtesy of revamped front
and rear fascias, new
headlights and taillights,
and even redesigned exterior door handles.
The look for the F - 150 has been
updated as well with a new front grille,
headlights,
taillights,
and tailgate.
Just like the 3 Series Sedan
and Touring, the 3er GT will get a minimal design upgrade starting with slightly different
headlights and taillights graphics, a subtle bumper redesign
and ending with an equally minimal interior upgrade which will feature an
updated iDrive system
and new trim
and leather options.
The
update sees LED daytime running lights integrated in the headlamp cluster, projector
headlights and LED
taillights.
Among the other enhancements are a standard electronic parking brake; available heated steering wheel; exterior styling revisions that include available LED
headlights and taillights;
and interior
updates such as larger door pockets
and a sliding center - console cover.
It came with relatively few changes, apart from a minor facelift with
updated trim accents to the front grille,
headlights,
and taillights.
As is the usual case, there isn't a lot of change to discuss, but the
updated optima does have a new front fascia, new
headlight and taillight units,
and a revised rear fascia insert that allows for repositioned reflectors
and new exhaust outlets.
On the exterior, the Tucson will receive the same new cascading grille first introduced as a signature design on the 2019 Santa Fe, as well as an
updated headlight and daytime running light design, a new front
and rear fascia
and rear
taillights, a new option for 18 - inch wheels in addition to redesigned 17 -
and 19 - inch wheels,
and a redesigned exhaust finisher.
Acura RDX Highlights: Acura
updated the appearance of the RDX
and added its cool Jewel Eye
headlights and LED
taillights with light piping, all of which does a good bit to spruce up the front
and rear...
The concept also does its part in highlighting the
updates given to the new CX - 5, including the new LED light signatures on the
headlights and taillights,
and the redesigned fog - lamp housings just below the
headlights.
Highlights: Acura
updated the appearance of the RDX
and added its cool Jewel Eye
headlights and LED
taillights with light piping, all of which does a good bit to spruce up the front
and rear fascias.
Kia is unleashing the third generation of the Sportage for the 2017 model year with
updated styling outside, including a redefined grille, new fog lamps, new
headlights, new
taillights and an overall sleek appearance.
Optima: Kia's mid-sized sedan was freshened for the 2014 model year with an
updated front
and rear fascia, grille,
headlights and taillights.