Lexus at the 2023 US Open at LA Country Club

 

2024 Mazda3 Starts At $25,335 This Summer

The 2024 Mazda3 2.5 S models are powered by a 191 horsepower Skyactiv-G 2.5-liter engine paired with a six-speed automatic transmission with manual shift mode. Other standard features include front-wheel drive, cylinder-deactivation technology, and G-Vectoring Control Plus. Standard i-Activsense safety features include Mazda Radar Cruise Control with stop and go function, Smart Brake Support, Lane Departure Warning, Lane-Keep Assist, Driver Attention Alert, High Beam Control, and, for 2024, now features Blind Spot Monitoring, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and Rear Door Alert as standard. As a sedan or hatchback, Mazda3 2.5 S FWD starts at $25,335 (including $1,165 destination charge) and will arrive at dealerships this Summer, followed by sedan models in the Fall. 

2024 Buick Envision

The new 2024 Buick Envision has a refreshed design inside and out and additional details will be released later in the year.

2024 Kia K5 Starts At $26,515

The 2024 Kia K5 sport sedan, entering its fourth model year in LXS, EX, GT, GT-Line trims, is powered by either an 180 horsepower 1.6T GDI I-4 engine or 290 horsepower 2.5T GDI 1-4 engine mated with an 8 speed DCT. The K5 carries over into 2024 with only one change and that's the GT-Line FWD trim adds heated front seats standard. The LXS starts at $$26,515 (including $1,125 destination fee).

2024 Honda CR-V Starts At $30,795 Now

The 2024 Honda CR-V adds a third hybrid-electric trim level to the 2024 CR-V lineup. Pricing of 2024 Honda CR-V starts at $30,795 (including $1,295 destination charge) for the LX 2WD. The new hybrid-electric powered 2024 CR-V Sport-L 2WD starting at $37,645 joins the lineup between the turbocharged CR-V EX-L and range-topping Sport Touring hybrid model and will begin arriving in Honda dealerships on June 14. More than 50% of CR-V sales are hybrid-electric models featuring Honda's 4th-generation two-motor hybrid system with combined system output of 204 horsepower. The hybrid powertrain brings an EPA city rating of 43 mpg in the city for Sport and Sport-L versus 28 mpg for EX/EX-L, and a combined rating of 40 mpg for Sport and Sport-L versus 30 mpg for EX/EX-L (all with 2WD).

2024 Lexus TX SUV Coming This Fall

The 2024 Lexus TX three-row SUV, made specifically for the North American market, comes in Standard, Premium, Luxury and F SPORT Performance grades. The TX 350 (FWD/AWD) is powered by a 2.4L turbocharged inline-4 engine. The TX 500h (DIRECT4 AWD only) offers a 2.4L turbocharged Parallel Hybrid system and is available exclusively as F SPORT Performance. The TX 550h+ (DIRECT4 AWD only) plug-in hybrid vehicle offers a 3.5L V6 engine with DIRECT4 with a manufacturer projected estimated EV range rating of 33 miles. This is the first Lexus PHEV assembled in North America and this powertrain will be available at a later date. TX will be exclusively assembled by Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Indiana, and is the first Lexus vehicle to be assembled there. The 2024 TX 350 and 500h are expected to go on sale this Fall. The 2024 TX 550h+ is expected to go on sale at a later date.

2024 Lexus GX Coming In Early 2024

The all-new 2024 Lexus GX, redesigned from the ground up with an increased wheelbase of 2.36 inches and overall width increase of 3.74 inches compared to the previous-generation GX and is in offered in Premium, Premium+, Luxury, Luxury+, and all-new for Lexus, Overtrail and Overtrail+ grades. With seating for up to 7, the 2024 GX shares the GA-F platform introduced on the current-generation LX 600. At launch in the U.S., GX will come standard with a 349 horsepower twin-turbocharged 3.4L V6 engine paired with a 10-speed Direct Shift Automatic Transmission. Towing capacity which has increased to 8,000 lbs. for Premium, Premium+ and Overtrail grades with the standard tow hitch. The 2024 GX is expected to go on sale in early 2024. A hybrid powertrain will be available in the U.S. at a later date.

Volvo EX30 Starts At $34,950 For Ordering Now

The fully electric Volvo EX30 small premium SUV starts at $34,950 MSRP in the US. The single-motor, extended range option gives you an estimated range of 275 miles between charges. The all-wheel drive variant of the EX30 provides 422 horsepower. The extended-range Twin Motor variant has a charging capacity of up to 153 kW that means you can charge your battery from 10 to 80 per cent in a little over 26.5 minutes. Available for pre-order now in the US.

2024 Jeep® Wrangler Starts At $33,690 This Summer

The new 2024 Jeep® Wrangler, comes in Sport, Sport S, Sahara, Willys, Rubicon, new Rubicon X, High Altitude and Rubicon 392 trims, starts at $33,690 (including $1,795 destination) and goes to $89,390 for the Rubicon 392 powered by a 470-horsepower 6.4-liter V-8 engine mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission. The 4xe lineup is powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged PHEV 4xe with an eight-speed automatic transmission delivering 375 horsepower, and 21 miles of all-electric range for 49 MPGe.  Other engine options are the 270 horsepower 2.0-liter turbocharged I-4 engine with an eight-speed automatic transmission and the 285 horsepower 3.6-liter gas engine can be paired with either a six-speed manual transmission or an eight-speed automatic transmission. New for the 2024 model year, is full-float Dana rear axle, new available factory Warn winch and increased 5,000-pound tow capability. Inside, available 12-way power front seats, standard 12.3-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen radio and standard side curtain airbags for the first and second rows. The new 2024 Jeep® Wrangler will start to arrive in U.S. Jeep dealerships this Summer. 

Volkswagen ID. Buzz three-row Microbus Coming Next Year

 Volkswagen ID. Buzz three-row Microbus, nearly 10 inches longer than the two-row European Buzz that debuted in 2022, sits on a 127.5-inch wheelbase versus 117.6 inches for the two-row. The new APP550 rear-mounted motor is a PMS (permanent magnet synchronous) design that produces 282 horsepower with a 91 kWh (gross) battery mounted in the floor. All-wheel drive is available for the three-row ID. Buzz at launch, with about 330 horsepower and dual motors. The new electric motor of the ID. Buzz increases the top speed to an electronically limited 99 mph, up from the two-row’s 90 mph. The three-row ID. Buzz is planned for sale in the North American market starting in 2024.

2024 Toyota Tacoma Coming Later This Year

 The 2024 Toyota Tacoma, in its fourth generation, is powered by a 228 horsepower 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine for entry-level SR grades and 278 horsepower for all other grades paired with the new eight-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission with intelligence. An available six-speed intelligent manual transmission with automatic rev matching and anti-stall technology produces 270 horsepower. Tacoma also offers a 326 horsepower i-FORCE MAX hybrid powertrain on TRD Sport, TRD Off-Road, Limited, and it's standard on the TRD Pro and Trailhunter halo models. i-FORCE MAX pairs the 2.4-liter engine with a 48 horsepower electric motor integrated into the eight-speed transmission feeding off a 1.87-kWh NiMH battery pack. Two cab styles are available with either a 5- or 6-foot bed, a four-door Double Cab and a new two-door XtraCab features behind the front two seats. Maximum towing capacity for Tacoma is rated at 6,500 lbs. on SR5 i-FORCE and TRD PreRunner XtraCab grades, and maximum payload increases to 1,709 lbs. on TRD Off-Road. The all-new 2024 Tacoma will go on sale later this year with i-FORCE MAX models arriving in early 2024. Pricing will be announced closer to the on-sale dates.

All-New Alfa Romeo Tonale Starts At $49,090 Now

The all-new Alfa Romeo Tonale powered by a 180 horsepower 1.3-liter MultiAir turbocharged four-cylinder engine driving the front wheels, with a high-voltage Belt Starter Generator mounted to the engine, combines with a 15.5-kWh lithium-ion battery that drives a 90-kW electric motor on the rear axle for a total 285 horsepower output. The electric range is 33 miles and MPGe rating is 77.  The total range of the Alfa Romeo Tonale with a full battery charge is 360 miles. Combined fuel economy is 29 MPG. The Veloce trim starts at $49,090 ( including $1,595 destination charge). Alfa Romeo Tonale is shipping to dealerships now.

2024 Colorado ZR2 Bison

The all-new 2024 Colorado ZR2 Bison is powered by a 310 horsepower 2.7L Turbo High-Output powertrain mated to an 8-speed automatic providing a 1,050 pound payload and 5,500 pound towing capacity, ground clearance of 12.2 inches, power-locking front and rear differentials and multimatic DSSV dampers. Chevy Safety Assist is standard and includes Automatic Emergency Braking, Front pedestrian Braking, Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, Following Distance Indicator, Forward Collision Alert and IntelliBeam auto high beam control. 

2024 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray Starts At 105,690 Later This Year

The first-ever electrified 2024 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray with all-wheel-drive is powered by a 495 horsepower 6.2L LT2 Small Block V-8 engine complemented by an electric motor that channels an additional 160 horsepower through the front wheels via a 1.9 kWh battery pack, which is located between the seats. In total, E-Ray produces a combined 655 horsepower from both the electric motor and Small Block V-8. The 2024 Corvette E-Ray goes on sale later this year with an MSRP of $105,690 (including $1,395 destination freight charge) for the 1LZ coupe and $112,690 for the 1LZ convertible model.

2023 Range Rover Sport SV Starts At $85,075 Now

The new 2023 Range Rover Sport SV is powered by a 626 horsepower 4.4-litre Twin-Turbo mild-hybrid V8 gas engine. SV-tuned settings are applied to the Intelligent All-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Steering, Torque Vectoring by Braking, Configurable Dynamics and Active Locking Rear Differential. Range Rover Sport adds a new 542 horsepower plug-in electric hybrid to the line-up with the new P550e powertrain offering an EV range of up to 51 miles. The Range Rover Sport family of vehicles starts at $85,075 (including $1,475 destination/handling charge) now. The new Range Rover Sport SV is initially being reserved for select clients globally, with the invitation-only SV EDITION ONE specification.

2024 Toyota Grand Highlander Starts At $44,405 This Summer

The 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander is powered by a 265 horsepower 2.4L turbo gas engine with an EPA-estimated 24 combined MPG for XLE FWD, a 245 horsepower 2.5L hybrid with an EPA-estimated 36 combined MPG for the XLE FWD, or a 362 horsepower Hybrid MAX engine with with an EPA-estimated 27 combined MPG and 5,000 pound towing capacity. All three powertrains come with Sport, Eco, Normal drive modes while Multi-Terrain Select has Mud & Sand, Rock & Dirt, Snow modes on the gas AWD and Hybrid MAX powertrains. Standard on the Grand Highlander is a 12.3-inch touchscreen displaying Toyota’s latest Audio Multimedia system. The 2024 Grand Highlander will have a starting MSRP of $44,405 (including $1,335 delivery, processing and handling fee) for the gas engine models, $46,005 for the hybrid and $55,375 for the Hybrid MAX powertrain when it hits dealerships this Summer.

Aston Martin DB12 Coming InThe 3rd Quarter

The new Aston Martin DB12 is powered by a 680 horsepower 4.0 Twin-Turbo V8 engine, an increase of 34% compared with the outgoing DB11, taking it to a top speed of 202mph. Power is fed through an 8-speed automatic transmission. DB12’s bonded aluminum structure has seen a 7% increase in global torsional stiffness thanks to changes to a range of underbody components, the engine cross brace, front and rear undertrays, front crossmember and rear bulkhead. The all-new suspension system features new intelligent adaptive dampers and an electronic rear differential which is linked to the car’s Electronic Stability Control system. DB12 can be ordered with a Carbon Ceramic Brake option. First deliveries are scheduled to begin during Q3 2023.

2024 BMW 5 Series Starts At $58,895 In October

The new BMW 5 Series has grown in length by 3.4 inches to 199.2, in width by 1.3 inches to 74.8 and in height by 1.4 inches to 59.6 and the wheelbase has been increased by 0.8 inches to 117.9 inches. The BMW 530i, starting at $58,895 (including $995 destination and handling) and 530i xDrive starting at $61,195, are powered by a new generation 255 horsepower 2.0-liter inline 4-cylinder TwinPower Turbo engine mated to an 8-speed STEPTRONIC transmission with shift paddles. 

The BMW 540i xDrive, starting at $65,895 is powered by a 375 horsepower 3.0-liter TwinPower Turbo engine, an increase of 40 horsepower over the previous generation. Production starts in November 2023. The BMW i5 eDrive40 (pictured above), with an estimated 295-mile range, starts at $67,795 and has a maximum power output of 335 horsepower. The BMW i5 M60 xDrive with a 590 horsepower electric drivetrain starts at $85,095.The electric motor on the rear wheels generates a maximum power output of 335 horsepower, while the motor at the front axle produces 257 horsepower. 

The seats in the new BMW 5 Series Sedan have been redesigned with sport seats standard equipment. Multi-contour seats are standard on i5 M60 xDrive and optional on other models. The global market launch of the new BMW 5 Series will begin in October 2023 and coming to the US in 2024 is a plug-in hybrid system.

2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC

 

2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC 

2024 Volkswagen Atlas Starts At $39,075 In Q3

The refreshed seven-seater 2024 Volkswagen Atlas, powered by a 269 horsepower four-cylinder turbocharged and direct-injection TSI® engine, will offer six trim levels, including two Peak Edition trims, while Atlas Cross Sport will offer five trim levels. The Atlas will start at $39,075 (including $1,350 destination charge) and the 2024 Atlas Cross Sport at $38,065 when arriving at U.S. dealers in Q3 of 2023.

2024 BMW 7-Series New Variants Arrive Starting This Summer

The seventh generation 7 Series will offer the 483-horsepower 750e xDrive plug-in hybrid and the single-motor, rear-wheel drive i7 eDrive50, while the 6-cylinder 740i can now be ordered with xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive. And the new BMW Operating System 8.5 will be introduced in certain models starting in July. 

The 2024 750e xDrive pairs a 308 horsepower TwinPower Turbo 3.0-liter 6-cylinder internal combustion engine with a 194 horsepower GEN5 electric motor mounted in the transmission delivering a maximum system output of 483 horsepower. The 750e xDrive will provide an estimated purely-electric range of over 35 miles (estimated range according to preliminary BMW AG tests based on the EPA’s test procedure standards). The 2024 BMW 750e xDrive will carry a base price of $107,995 (including $995 destination and handling) when it enters the US market in the Fall of 2023.

Also in the third quarter of 2023, the dual-motor, all-wheel drive BMW i7 xDrive60 and i7 M70 xDrive will be joined by the single-motor, rear-wheel drive i7 eDrive50. The single GEN5 motor drives the rear axle with 449 horsepower. The 2024 BMW i7 eDrive50 will start at $106,695 (including $995 destination and handling) when it goes on sale in the fall of 2023. Range and performance figures will be released closer to market launch.

The 375 horsepower BMW 740i will be available with xDrive starting with July production. The 2024 BMW 740i xDrive will carry a base price of $100,395 when it arrives in the third quarter of 2023.

2023 Mercedes-AMG SL 43 Starts At $111,050 This Summer

The 2023 Mercedes-AMG SL 43 2+2-seater, based on a completely new vehicle architecture, is powered by a 375 horsepower AMG-enhanced 2.0-liter turbocharged M139 engine featuring an electric exhaust gas turbocharger via the 48-volt electrical system, which also feeds the belt-driven starter-generator and is mated to an AMG SPEEDSHIFT® MCT 9G transmission with wet start-off clutch and rear-wheel drive. There are five AMG DYNAMIC SELECT driving modes "Slippery", "Comfort", "Sport", "Sport +" and "Individual". Arriving in U.S. dealerships this Summer, the 2023 Mercedes-AMG SL 43 starts from $111,050 (excludes $1,150 destination and delivery charge.

BMW Concept Touring Coupé

BMW Concept Touring Coupé is powered by a six-cylinder in-line engine.

2024 Lexus LC 500 Starts At $98,850 In June

The 2024 Lexus LC 500 Convertible (above), with the new Bespoke Build option, is powered by a 471 horsepower 5.0-liter V8 paired with a Direct-Shift 10-speed automatic transmission. New to the interior this year, is a standard 12.3-inch high-definition touchscreen display and Parking Assist and a Panoramic View Monitor. The Bespoke Build option allows customers to configure their vehicle with a mix of performance and styling components like the wheels, roof and exterior/interior trim and colors. With this offering, the Bespoke Build option is now available across the entire 2024 LC 500 lineup. The convertible starts at $106,350 (including DPH) and is expected to go on sale in June 2023. The 2024 LC 500 hardtop starts at $98,850 MSRP (including $1,150 DPH). 

The LC 500h, which starts at $102,150, has combined net system output of 354 horsepower with the Multistage Hybrid System utilizing the power from a V6 engine and the electric motor amplified by the 4-speed automatic transmission. The LC 500h uses a compact, lightweight lithium-ion battery that fits between the rear seats and the luggage compartment and has a high-power density, with its 84 cells producing 310.8 volts. Both models are expected to go on sale in June. 

2023 Ram 1500 Havoc Edition Coming This Spring

The new 2023 Ram 1500 Havoc Edition, with Baja Yellow exterior color, with black exterior accents and off-road focused interior content, is powered by a 5.7-liter HEMI® eTorque V-8 engine. The Ram 1500 Rebel Havoc Edition is available in extremely limited quantities at a starting price of $72,205 (including $1,895 destination) later this Spring.

2024 Nissan GT-R and GT-R NISMO Coming This Spring

The 2024 Nissan GT-R (left), with redesigned front and rear fascias, rear wings and other body elements to increase aerodynamic downforce and reduce drag, is powered by a 565 horsepower 3.8-liter V6, 24-valve, twin-turbocharged engine mated to a standard 6-speed dual-clutch transmission with steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters for manual control. The 2024 Nissan GT-R goes on sale in limited numbers this Spring at select U.S. Nissan dealers starting at $122,885 (including $1,895 destination and handling). 

The 600 horsepower 2024 GT-R NISMO (above right), available with a NISMO Appearance Package that includes exclusive RAYS® wheels with red accents, a clear coat applied to the carbon fiber hood and an exclusive engine cover also adds a front limited-slip differential to improve the driving experience. A new rear wing sits atop swan neck-style supports and has a surface area almost 10% larger than previously. The 2024 GT-R NISMO goes on sale this Summer starting at $222,885.

2024 Ford Ranger Coming Late Summer

The redesigned 2024 Ford Ranger® powered by a standard 270 horsepower 2.3-liter EcoBoost® engine and more powerful available 315 horsepower 2.7-liter EcoBoost® V6 mated to a 10-speed automatic SelectShift® transmission with an available electronic shift-on-the-fly 4x4 system. The maximum available towing capacity of 7,500 pounds and maximum available payload capacity of 1,805 pounds. Inside  a standard 8-inch digital instrument cluster or available full-screen 12.4-inch cluster with a standard 10.1-inch or available 12-inch center touchscreen with Ford’s SYNC®4A system. The 2024 Ford Ranger orders begin later this month with availability beginning late Summer and late Fall availability for the 2.7-liter EcoBoost engine. 

2024 GMC HUMMER EV Omega Edition Starts At $139,995 1st Half of 2024

The 2024 GMC HUMMER EV Omega Edition all-electric truck is a limited edition vehicle available exclusively on the 3X trim for both the 2024 HUMMER EV Pickup and SUV. With a Neptune Blue Matte exterior paint color, pricing for the HUMMER EV Omega Edition Pickup starts at $149,995 for the 24-module battery and the SUV with 20-module battery will start at $139,995. The Omega Edition is expected to begin rolling out of Factory ZERO in the first half of 2024. 

MINI Cooper Electric Starts Production in November

The new MINI Cooper Electric, in its fifth generation, has an output of 135 kW and battery capacity of 40.7 kWh while the MINI Cooper SE has 160 kW and 54.2 kWh battery capacity. Production begins in November 2023.

2024 Acura Integra Type S Starts At $51,995 Next Month

The 2024 Acura Integra Type S, available for limited reservations, is powered by a 320 horsepower turbocharged 2.0-liter VTEC® engine mated to a 6-speed manual transmission and starts at $51,995 (including destination fee). Integra Type S offers a flexible 5-door liftback design. Buyers will have the opportunity to reserve one of the first 200 production units on May 11th before it officially begins arriving at dealerships next month.

2024 Kia Carnival MPV Starts At $34,565

The 2024 Kia Carnival MPV, a carryover model with minor packaging changes, is powered by a 290 horsepower 3.5L V6 GDI engine with a 3,500-lb. towing capacity, and a starting price at $34,565 for the LX trim. Standard features include hands-free power sliding doors and available hands-free power tailgate with auto closing, one-button all-door open/close functionality, and modular second- and third-row seat flexibility, including second-row center multi-function free mode seats. For the 2024 model year, the All-Auto Up/Down & Safety Power Windows were removed from the EX trim, but remain standard for the SX and SX Prestige.

Test Drive: 2023 Toyota Sequoia Platinum

The all-new 2023 Toyota Sequoia in its third-generation hit the roads last summer in 5 trim levels  powered by a 437 horsepower twin-turbo V6 hybrid i-FORCE MAX engine coupled with a 48 horsepower motor generator mated a 10-speed automatic transmission. The base SR5 trim starts at $59,860 (including $1,495 delivery, processing, and handling fee). Above the SR5 are the Limited starting at $66,260, Platinum (above) starting at $72,460, TRD Pro starting at $77,560 and the new top-of the line Capstone grade starting at $76,860. The all-new Sequoia offers up to a 9,520-pound maximum towing capacity, a 26 percent increase over the previous generation model. The Platinum 4X4 in this test drive review has a price of $79,000. Toyota has sold 6,192 Sequoias year-to-date through the end of April. 

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Lucid Air EV Sedans Starting From $87,400

Lucid Air luxury electric vehicles: Air Pure has 480 horsepower starting from $87,400, Air Touring with 620 horsepower starts at $107,400, Air Grand Touring, now being delivered, has 1,050 horsepower with a price from $138,000, while Air Sapphire for $249,000 with 1200+ horsepower is in pre-production and available to order. The range for Air Pure is 410 miles, Air Touring 425 miles, Air Grand Touring 516 miles, Air Grand Touring Performance 446 miles, Air Dream Edition Performance up to 471 miles, Air Dream Edition Range up to 520 miles and Air Sapphire TBA.

The Gravity SUV reservations are just starting for deliveries in 2024.

Produced at Lucid’s factory in Casa Grande, Arizona, deliveries of Lucid Air are currently underway to customers in the U.S., Canada, Europe, and the Middle East.

2024 Honda HR-V Starts At $25,395 Now

The 2024 Honda HR-V, in its 2nd-generation HR-V, is based on the 11th generation Honda Civic and is larger than its predecessor, with a longer wheelbase and wider stance. The HR-V is powered by a 158 horsepower 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine with a continuously variable transmission. It's on sale now with a starting MSRP of $25,395 for the HR-V LX (including $1,295 destination charge) and with Real Time All-Wheel Drive with Intelligent Control™ is $26,895. 

McLaren 750S Starts At $331,740

The new McLaren 750S, powered by a 730 horsepower twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 engine mated to a 7-speed transmission, is available to order now from McLaren retailers. Priced in the US market from $331,740 for the Coupe (including $5,500 transportation and port processing charges and $2,240 Americas Accessory Pack and $352,740 for the Spider.

2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coming Late This Year

The new 2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class, with a 0.87 inches longer wheelbase than that of the preceding model, is powered by a 255 horsepower four cylinder turbocharged engine in the E 350 4MATIC and 375 horsepower turbocharged six cylinder powertrain in the E 450 4MATIC, both mated to the 9G-TRONIC transmission. In addition to turbocharging, an integrated starter-generator electric motor, a 48 volt on-board electrical system, adds 22 horsepower. At speeds below 37 mph, the rear wheels steer in the opposite direction to the front wheels and by up to 4.5° against the front steering angle when parking and at speeds above 37 mph, the rear wheels steer up to 2.5° in the same direction as the front wheels. The optional technology package includes the all-round AIRMATIC air suspension system with ADS+ continuously adjustable damping and rear-axle steering. Sales in the Unites States will start late 2023.

2024 Porsche Cayenne Starts At $80,850 Arrive Summer 2023

The 2024 Porsche Cayenne, is powered by a 468 horsepower twin-turbo four-liter V8 engine that replaces the previous V6 engine in the new Cayenne S while the standard Cayenne comes with a 348 horsepower 3.0 liter V6 single-turbo engine which also also forms the basis for the powertrain of the Cayenne E-Hybrid which has a new 174 horsepower electric motor combining for 463 horsepower total system output. A new high-voltage battery features increased capacity from 17.9 kWh to 25.9 kWh. EPA range estimates will be available shortly before launch. The redesigned cockpit includes a digital 12.6-inch instrument cluster with a curved and freestanding design and variable display options. A head-up display is available as an option. The standard 12.3-inch central Porsche Communication Management display integrates into the new dashboard and provides access to all the relevant vehicle functions. A 10.9-inch display is now available for the first time for the passenger side with a special layer on the screen ensuring that the driver cannot see this display. The new Cayenne starts at $80,850 (including the $1,650 delivery, processing and handling fee). Coupé from $84,460), the Cayenne E-Hybrid starts at $93,350 (Coupé from $97,350) and the Cayenne S starts at $97,350 (Coupé from $103,750). The Cayenne Turbo GT has an MSRP of $197,950. The 2024 models are available to order now, with U.S. dealer arrival expected starting in the Summer of 2023.

2024 Lincoln Nautilus Arrives In Early 2024

The all-new 2024 Lincoln Nautilus® SUV, powered by a choice of the standard 250 horsepower 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission or the 2.0-liter turbocharged hybrid engine mated to a continuously variable automatic transmission with a 100kW electric motor targeted to achieve a 310 total system horsepower. Nautilus arrives in early 2024 with available Lincoln BlueCruise 1.2 hands-free highway driver-assist system. Ordering for the new Nautilus SUV is now open and clients can visit www.lincoln.com for more.

Kia Stinger Tribute Limited Edition Starts At $54,565

The Kia Stinger Tribute Limited Edition, limited to 440 units in the U.S. and 1,000 worldwide, starts from $54,565 (including $1,175 destination) and builds on the Stinger GT2 with a 368-horsepower 3.3-liter turbocharged V-6 paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission and available with either rear- or all-wheel drive. The Stinger Tribute Edition ends its six-year production run with existing Kia customers and hand raisers among the first to be notified of the Stinger Tribute’s availability at dealers.

Polestar 4 SUV Coupe Coming In Early 2024

The Polestar 4, an electric performance SUV coupé and the second SUV in the brand’s line-up, offers both dual- and single motor versions with single-motor versions featuring rear-wheel drive. The Long range Dual motor, fitted with a 102 kWh battery, has a maximum power output of 544 horsepower from permanent magnet, synchronous motors delivering a preliminary range target of up to 350 miles. A disconnect clutch allows the car to disengage the front electric motor when not needed, to maximize range and efficiency. Polestar 4 launches first in China, with production planned to begin in Hangzhou Bay, China, in November 2023. A full-scale launch for other markets, including in Europe, North America and Asia Pacific, is planned for early 2024 with sales and production ramping up for these markets through the course of that year.

Mercedes-Maybach EQS 680

The Mercedes-Maybach EQS 680 full-size luxury SUV, its first all electric series model, has an output of 649 horsepower via its standard 4MATIC all-wheel drive delivering a range of up to 372 miles. In addition to the DYNAMIC SELECT driving program ECO, SPORT, OFFROAD and INDIVIDUAL, the Mercedes-Maybach EQS SUV has the special MAYBACH drive program. It replaces the classic COMFORT program and is designed entirely for maximum driving comfort for the rear passengers. The Mercedes-Maybach EQS SUV contains Active Ambient Lighting with 253 individually controllable LEDs and 64 individually selectable colors. 

2024 Buick Envista Starts At $29,695 This Summer

The 2024 Buick Envista, a new nameplate offered in Preferred, Sport Touring and Avenir models, is powered by a 136 horsepower 1.2L Turbo engine with a six-speed automatic transmission. The Envista will offer available safety and driver assistance technologies such as Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert, Adaptive Cruise Control and Rear Cross Traffic Alert. The 2024 Envista is expected to enter production next month and be available for customers this Summer. The Envista Preferred trim starts at just $23,495, with Sport Touring starting at $25,195 and Avenir starting at $29,695.

2024 BMW i7 M70 xDrive Coming 2nd Half 2023

The 2024 BMW i7 M70 xDrive, with two electric motors generating a maximum system output of 650 horsepower and an M-tuned chassis, is the third performance model to have an all-electric drive system. The motor powering the rear axle produces a peak output of 483 horsepower working in coordination with the 255 horsepower motor at the front axle. The new BMW i7 M70 xDrive features the updated version of the control/operation system BMW Operating System 8.5 with QuickSelect. Preliminary estimated EPA range is up to 295 miles and MSRP will be released closer to start of production in the second half of 2023.

2024 Chevrolet Silverado HD ZR2 Coming This Fall

The 2024 Chevrolet Silverado HD ZR2, the brand’s flagship heavy-duty off-roader, is offered exclusively in the 2500 Crew Cab configuration with the standard 6.6L gasoline engine or available 6.6L Duramax Turbo-Diesel. The max payload is 3,397 pounds (gas engine), while the max trailering rating is 18,500 pounds, when equipped with the available Duramax Turbo-Diesel. There's a 13.4-inch-diagonal infotainment screen and 12.3-inch-diagonal configurable driver information center. Production of the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado HD ZR2 and ZR2 Bison begins later this Summer. 

2024 Lexus UX 250h Starts At $37,640 This Spring

The 2024 Lexus UX 250h, only offered with a hybrid powertrain in the U.S., combines a 2.0-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine with two electric motor/generators in a hybrid transaxle delivering 181 total system horsepower and is available in both front-wheel and all-wheel drive configurations. The 2024 Lexus UXh is offered in eight different models, including F SPORT Design and F SPORT Handling. There's a standard 8-inch or optional 12.3-inch touchscreen providing information to the driver and front-seat passengers. All 2024 UXh models come with Lexus Safety System+ 2.5, which includes Pre-Collision with Pedestrian Detection, Low-light Pedestrian & Daytime Bicyclist Detection, Left Turn Vehicle Intersection Support, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, Intelligent High Beams, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Tracing Assist and Road Sign Assist. The UX 250h starts at $37,640 (including $1,150 destination, processing and handling fee). The 2024 Lexus UX 250h goes on sale this Spring.

2024 BMW XM Label Red Hybrid Coming This Fall

The 2024 BMW XM Label Red brings together an M HYBRID drivetrain with a high-voltage lithium-ion battery integrated into the underbody and additional power to deliver a maximum system output of 738 horsepower to be the most powerful BMW M road vehicle ever made. The 4.4 liter V8 alone produces 577 horsepower, a 94-horsepower increase over the unit in the standard BMW XM and the electric motor contributes up to 194 horsepower. The BMW XM Label Red has standard Driving Assistant and Driving Assistant Professional, which comprises Front Collision Warning, Lane Departure Warning including lane return with steering assistance, the Evasion Assistant, Alertness Assistant, the Speed Limit Info system, and Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go function together with features such as the Steering and Lane Control Assistant, automatic Speed Limit Assist, and Active Navigation. BMW’s Highway Assistant allows attentive hands-free driving at speeds up to 85 mph on limited access highways. Production will begin in August 2023 at BMW Group Plant Spartanburg in South Carolina.

Refreshed 2024 Kia Seltos Starts At $25,715

The refreshed 2024 Kia Seltos, available in LX, S, EX, SX, and new X-Line trim, offers a more powerful 195 horsepower 1.6-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission, which replaces the outgoing 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. Base models will continue to be powered by the 146 horsepower 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine paired with the Intelligent Variable Transmission. On the outside, the Seltos has a larger tiger nose grille and available projection LED headlamps and a new rear lighting design. Inside, is an available panoramic display that integrates the 10.25-inch instrument cluster and 10.25-inch center display. There's available Digital Key 2 Touch that requires an eligible Kia Connect subscription and a compatible smart device with an active data plan. The entry SUV starts at an MSRP of $25,715 (including $1,325 destination fee).

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2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid Starts At $29,305

The 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid All-Wheel Drive is powered by the new 196 horsepower fifth generation Toyota Hybrid System equipped with a Lithium-Ion battery, has an EPA-estimated 42 combined miles per gallon rating for all S, SE and XSE grades. All 2023 Corolla Cross models comes standard with Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 and the new Toyota Multimedia System, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and added USB-C charge ports. The 2023 Corolla Cross Hybrid will have a starting MSRP of $29,305 (including $1,335 Delivery, Processing & Handling charge).