We’ve driven a lot of exciting metals in 2022, but that year is coming to an end – and the auto industry never stops moving.
From the electric flagships of the future to the screaming tributes to the internal combustion engine heroes of the past, with a few family SUVs added for the best, here’s things auto expert The team is excited to drive in 2023.
Tony Crawford
BMW M2, M3 Touring, XM
I just can’t nail it down a car. In fact, it’s a BMW trio for me.
Upcoming M2New Travel M3and the world’s first fully electrified M car XM.
M2 is a new generation car that is completely borrowed from the latest generation M3/M4With its clean exterior design, I love it more every time I see another photo, while the M3 Touring is the first such M3 wagon ever to be mass-produced.
I saw the XM in a static display in Italy earlier this year and was completely impressed by its size – and how different it is from any other BMW ever from the inside. go out. The fact that this is a fully electrified M-car, and therefore capable of tracking, is something I need to experience first-hand. Can not wait.
Alborz Fallah
Ferrari Super Car
I’m really interested in the new Ferrari Super Car SUV, which I hope to be driving around the end of February.
This non-SUV has a three-year waiting list for new orders, and it took Ferrari a long time to get it right. By all accounts, it did the right thing.
But why would I want to drive an SUV? While the world of big engines is coming to an end with everyone (including Ferrari) going to hybrids and EVs, some crazy Italians have decided – un ultimo volta – one last time, why not fit a giant V12 into an SUV while we still can.
Honestly, the last time that glorious engine will be used and how to do it… to carry the whole family around.
The ultimate and certainly the coolest SUV ever built is coming in 2023 with a naturally aspirated V12, and I’m simply begging to drive it and hopefully make it my next car. by his family.
William Stopford
Kia EV6 GT, Hyundai Ioniq 5
I drove normally Hyundai ioniq 5 and KIA EV6 and absolutely love both – the Ioniq 5 has a funnier interior, the EV6 drives better and isn’t available anywhere near the quantities they deserve in Australia as supplies are prioritized for markets. other school.
The N-equipped Ioniq 5 solves some of the dynamic problems we’ve raised with Hyundai while creating more excitement to drive, and we know what the team at N is capable of.
The EV6 GT isn’t explicitly designed as a track weapon, but its performance numbers are nothing short of reprehensible.
Needless to say, I was excited to drive both. Special mentions go to the long-awaited Touring version of the BMW M3 for the combination of driving excitement, connectivity and practicality it will offer, as well as Tank GWM 300 and 500.
Neither of these body-on-frame SUVs won’t be as fun to drive as the aforementioned cars, but GWM is one of the Chinese companies I’m most interested in.
The idea it will beat Toyota in the market with hybrid and plug-in hybrid all-terrain vehicles is intriguing and I’ll be curious to see if they can offer the same level of general prowess and sharp value. like GWM’s smaller products at a higher price point or not. price point.
Mike Costello
BYD seal
This is not the same question as which car do I think would be best.
The BYD seal is destined to be the next electric car of the Chinese power to launch here, to solve the problem Tesla Model 3and thus get my nod.
I was impressed by Atto 3, and Seal looks to take things to the next level. BYD is a brand really worth following, but if Seal isn’t good, it loses momentum.
But if it resonates as I suspect, the BYD will become a staple of the affordable EV market.
Quick Jack
Volkswagen Amarok
I really look forward to driving Volkswagen Amarok next year.
I’ve driven almost every flavor of Ford Ranger so far and I would love to experience firsthand how different Amarok is.
The interior looks great with piano key shortcuts and the Volkswagen steering wheel actually has physical buttons.
I should also mention the cabin will represent a huge improvement over the previous generation Amarok with its 6.33-inch ultra-small touchscreen.
I love the torquey 3.0-litre V6 turbo-diesel in the Ranger and Everest Moutain, and I think it will be suitable for Amarok. The 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine sounds interesting too!
Paul Maric
Toyota HiLux GR Sport
Toyota is in dire need of a worthy competitor not only to the Ford Ranger but more importantly to the Ranger Raptor.
The HiLux Rogue is a promising endeavor, but I’d like to see what Toyota can drum up as a viable alternative to the Raptor.
I hope it involves a Lexus petrol engine by some description and the ability to overtake jumps like the Ranger Raptor. Toyota has been conservative with the HiLux long enough and now it’s time to throw it in the kitchen sink and get serious with a performance variant.
Scott Collie
Ford Mustang black horse
For all its flaws, the old one Mustang It’s one of those cars I’ve always wanted to drive.
From the V8 to the solid, aggressive manual gearshift, it’s more than just a pretty face. But it’s not perfect.
The interior has always been a bit cheap and the fact that Australia has missed out on the proper Mach 1 we promised has always been disappointing. Sure, all the owner wanted to do was pose on Chapel Street, but the previous generation car was also capable enough to act like a race car… it just lacked a few details to be able to dial a dial. exactly.
The new car is capable of fixing both of those problems. I’m not happy with the new screen-heavy panel in the picture, but I hope the overall material and finish is a step in the right direction.
The new Dark Horse also addresses the track’s Mach 1 speed issue. It’s been locked and loaded for Australia, with a host of intriguing upgrades to make it more capable for serious drivers. Sign me up.
James Vuong
Mazda CX-60
I know I’m not old enough to crave the smooth ride of a premium SUV, but for some reason, I’m obsessed with the idea of a premium SUV. Mazda CX-60.
Since it was revealed, I haven’t been able to stop talking about it in the office – ask my colleague to verify.
The Mazda brand’s first plug-in hybrid could be the tech’s best shot at becoming more popular in the Australian market, and inline six-engine options stand out as potential gems as well. .
I will get an Azami PHEV in Soul Red Crystal with Takumi Pack in one very loan extension please. Mmm… white skin…
