15 Foreign Cars You’ve Never Heard Of

So you call yourself a car enthusiast and you think you've got your finger on the pulse of what's going on with exotic cars worldwide. Well think again. Here are a group of cars the average person didn't know existed.

Audi A4L

Audi is a popular automaker. But unless you live in China, you’ve probably never heard of the Audi A4L. A long-wheelbase Audi A luxury sedan, the A4L has been produced in China since 2008. Its increased rear legroom has made it very popular there. It’s known for luxury, comfort, spaciousness, and a chassis and suspension specially designed to handle Chinese roads.

HSV Maloo R8

The HSV Maloo R8 has exceptional handling, a superior ride, a powerful engine, and a brilliant automatic gearbox. But you’ll have to go to Australia for this one.

Rolls-Royce Pininfarina Hyperion

Want a car few others on the planet have? Then buy a Rolls-Royce Pininfarina Hyperion. One is currently available for $5.3 million.

Tramontana R.

The Tramontana R. is a supercar created in Spain, powered by a twin-turbocharged, 5.5-liter, V-12 Mercedes-Benz engine, and mounted on a carbon-fiber monocoque chassis. Its 2-seat cockpit has the passenger sitting directly behind the driver.

Roewe MG TF

The Roewe MG TF is produced in Shanghai, China, but it was conceived in the United Kingdom. Comes from a long line of cars that are just as pretty as this one.

Škoda Yeti

The Czech car manufacturer Škoda Auto has built a five-door, compact SUV that seats five. It’s called the Škoda Yeti. Made for all-terrains, this vehicle is both practical and classy.

SEAT Leon

The SEAT Leon is a family hatchback which combines style, practicality, and a great driving experience with a spacious interior and loads of equipment. It won the 2013 Auto Express Car of The Year award. The vehicle is Spanish-made, and is seen here at a Paris auto show.

Buick GL8

Another automobile known to few people in the West is Buick’s GL8. First introduced in 2000 and only in China, the Buick GL8 is a minivan that’s much more aerodynamic than the versions released in North America and is available with either a 2.4L or a V6 3.0L engine.

Honda N Box

Honda is one of the best known automakers. Yet, few outside of Japan have heard of the tiny Honda N Box minivan. With its 660cc engine and continuously variable automatic transmission, it gets around 52 mpg.

Kia K9

Ever heard of the Kia K9? It’s a full-size, rear-wheel sedan with a longer wheelbase, an aggressive sporty stance, and new technology Kia Motors only released in Korea.

Renault Twizy

What was Europe’s top-selling electric vehicle in 2012? The Renault Twizy, a two-passenger, battery-powered, electric vehicle with a maximum range of about 52 miles.

Toyota Century

The Toyota Century, a large four-door limousine, has been produced since 1967. It is primarily sold in Japan.

Volkswagen up!

Looking for a unique car? Consider the 2012 World Car of the Year: the Volkswagen up! It has a 3-cylinder, 1.0 liter gasoline engine.

Spyker C8 Aileron

Do you want a car that embodies performance, craftsmanship, and exclusivity? Then you want the Spyker C8 Aileron. You’ll need a quarter-million dollars to get one, however.

Leblanc Mirabeau

Like fast cars? Then check out the Leblanc Mirabeau. It’s made primarily of Kevlar and carbon fiber, and has a top speed of 229 mph.