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Lexus has given the world a first look at the new compact UX SUV, set to take on the BMW X1, Audi Q2 and Volvo XC40. We've only been given a peek at the front three-quarter view of the compact crossover at this point, revealing a predictably polarising face and sharply-creased flanks. Although it's toned down compared to the outrageous UX Concept unveiled at the 2016 Paris motor show, there's no doubt it's still an aggressive-looking thing.

Pagani increased its turnover by 29 per cent last year, and it's bringing a special Huayra and Zonda to the Geneva motor show next week to showcase its endless personalisation options. First cab off the rank is a US-spec Huayra Roadster, finished in a beautiful grey/red/black colour combination. All exterior panels are finished in exposed carbon-fibre, red pin-striping, while the glossy black alloy wheels house red-painted brake calipers.

The next-generation BMW 1 Series has been spied in the snow, giving us a sneak peak at its production head- and tail-lights. While the daytime-running light signature is hard to see through the bright LED main beam, the tail-lights have a visible LED signature echoing that of the X2 and X3. Compared to the prototype spied in December, though, not much else has changed – other than a new set of alloy wheels, which could also potentially be production-specification.

The Peugeot Rifter 4x4 concept has been revealed this week, ahead of a Geneva motor show debut. Based on the Rifter people-mover – which itself is Peugeot's version of the Citroen Berlingo – the 4x4 concept is an all-in-one off-road and camping companion, finished in an eye-catching matte-black/yellow satin paint scheme.

Ferrari has officially unveiled the track-ready 488 Pista, ahead of its in-the-flesh debut at the Geneva motor show. Power comes from an uprated version of the 3.9-litre twin-turbo V8 in the 488 GTB, making 530kW of power at 8000rpm, and 770Nm of torque at 3000rpm – although that figure comes in seventh gear, thanks to some funky tuning for a more naturally-aspirated feel.