2017 Detroit motor show - our star cars

Matt Burt – Lexus LS

The Japanese manufacturer is enjoying a new lease of life, inspired by the launch of its best driver's car yet, the LC. The LS uses the same underpinnings, which bodes well. There's a confidence about these products which I admire.

Mark Tisshaw – Mercedes-AMG GT C Coupé

I still can't quite get my head around the Mercedes-AMG GT line-up, but with each new model, I like what I see more. The GT C is more rapid than the base cars but isn't as hard as the madcap GT R model; think of it as the Porsche 911 GTS to the GT3. Which makes it a very appealing road car indeed, and one of the best-looking ones out there at that.

Andrew Frankel – Audi Q8

At last, an Audi that departs from the once great but now time-worn design language to which Audi has clung too long. In its flanks lie the style of the next A8, A7 and A6, all due before the end of next year. Switch-free interior is genuinely stunning too.

Greg Kable – ID Buzz

The more things change the more they stay the same. Combining the iconic styling treatment and inherent versatility of its original Microbus with the hi-tech solutions and zero-emission compatibility of its new modular electric platform structure, the Volkswagen I.D. Buzz proves self-driving electric cars can be every bit as characterful as they are clever. It’s a winner in concept car guise. Let’s hope Volkswagen follows through with a production version.

Mike Duff – Kia Stinger

In a show lacking much in the way of new metal, the Kia Stinger was the stand-out for me. It’s handsome, spacious and the V6 powered GT looks set to be a performance bargain, not fazed by its lack of a premium badge. What’s not to like about a 360bhp rear-driver with a seven-year warranty?

Sam Sheehan - Rinspeed Oasis

The Oasis is my choice, because I, like you, enjoy driving, but commuting to work through morning rush hour is one of my least favourite activities.