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Carmakers bet on big global platforms to cut costs

August 04, 2014 05:00 AM
Top global platforms

These 10 platforms are expected to generate the highest global production volumes in 2020.
    
CompanyPlatform2020 unit forecastKey vehicles*
1. VolkswagenMQB A/B5.8 millionGolf, Jetta, Tiguan, Passat
2. Renault-NissanCMF23.5 millionClio, Juke, March, Note
3. ToyotaNGA-C2.8 millionAuris, Corolla, RAV4, Prius
4. Renault-NissanCMF12.7 millionQashqai, Rogue, Megane
5. HondaCCA2.4 millionCivic, CR-V, Accord
6. GMDelta2.3 millionAstra, Cruze, Equinox
7. HyundaiPB2.3 millionAccent, Pride, Rio, i20
8. VolkswagenMQB A02.2 millionPolo, A1, Rapid
9. FordC21.9 millionFocus, Escape
10. HondaGSP1.9 millionFit, City, Brio
*Partial list Source: IHS Automotive

The auto industry's switch to global platforms is rapidly picking up momentum.

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