2012 Beijing Auto Show - Highlights from day one BMW also unveiled the BMW i8 Spyder Concept at the 2012 Beijing Auto Show. The mid-engine...

2012 Beijing Auto Show - Highlights from day one

BMW also unveiled the BMW i8 Spyder Concept at the 2012 Beijing Auto Show. The mid-engine hybrid sports car is capable of delivering 350PS of power and 550Nm of torque - that is 30Nm more torque given out by the last generation M6.

The U.S-based Chrysler Group LLC has officially presented the Jeep Wrangler Dragon Design Concept during the 2012 Beijing Auto Show. The new model celebrates the American brand's return in China.

The British aftermarket specialists at Eterniti have presented their latest creation, the Artemis at the on-going 2012 Beijing Auto Show and are describing the Artemis as the "world's first super-SUV." The model is able to accelerate from 0 to 100kmph in just 4.5 seconds with a top speed of 210kmph.

Peugeot has taken the wraps off its latest creation, the Urban Crossover Concept in Beijing. The compact B-segment vehicle is likely to hit the production line as the Peugeot 2008 - a 208-based SUV.

Rolls Royce has presented a special edition of the Ghost, called the "Six Senses." The Rolls Royce Ghost Six Senses is based on the regular Ghost model but packs in extra luxurious features and elements, which appeal to your sixth sense. Apparently.

Jaguar Land Rover launched the all-new 2013 Jaguar XJ Ultimate at the on-going Beijing Auto Show, which has been built specifically for the Chinese market.

Toyota Dear Qin hatchback concept

With the history of over two decades, the Beijing International Automotive Exhibition, locally also known as the Auto China Show and more popularly known as the Beijing Auto Show kicked off yesterday, for the media folks. In its 12th edition now, the Beijing Auto Show has been globally recognized as one of the most important auto shows around the world. Thanks to the huge automobile consumer markets in the Asian country and the rapid growth of the Chinese auto industry.

We bring you a crisp compilation of all the launches and unveilings that took place in Shanghai on the Day One of the 2012 Beijing Auto Show.