The end of the year gives room for evaluation, so let us look briefly at what has happened on the car scene in 2022 and which new models and studies are trending now.
Everything was about revealing new electric cars, but the world is not black and white. Traditional combustion aggregates (petrol, diesel) remain on the scene. However, the concerned producers have extensively electrified their products in the plans. Let’s remind us of some eye-catching news.
Mercedes-Benz Vision EQXX
Top-notch aerodynamics (cx 0.17) and sophisticated design solutions allowed the electric prototype to go over the 1000 km range limit. Finally, the original record shifted to 1202 km with 8.3 kWh/100 km consumption and an average 83 km/h speed. The drive has a power of 180 kW (245 hp).
The top model from the Cayman series is labeled GT4 RS. It is powered by an atmospheric four-liter flat six-cylinder (368 kW/500 hp; 450 Nm). The tractive force is transmitted to the rear wheels via the 7-speed PDK transmission, the sprint from 0 to 100 km/h takes place in 3.4 seconds, and the maximum speed is 315 km/h.
Audi S3 Sedan
Audi also fulfills the mission of traditional sports sedans, although it focuses intensively on electric cars. The S3 sedan is powered by a turbocharged two-liter four-cylinder (228 kW/310 hp; 400 Nm), coupled with a 7-speed S-tronic transmission and a quattro drive. Acceleration 0-100 km/h takes 4.8 s, and the maximum speed is electronically limited to 250 km/h.
Lamborghini Aventador LP780-4 Ultimae
This year was a farewell with a 12-cylinder non-electric motor Lamborghini. Aggregate 6.5 V12 (573 kW/780 hp; 720 Nm) drives all wheels. The transmission is 7-speed. The 100-speed sprint takes 2.8 seconds, and the top speed is 355 km/h.
BMW M3 Touring
The new vehicle from BMW M GmbH embodies sporty nature and practicality. It is powered by a 3-liter M TwinPower Turbo inline six-cylinder engine (375 kW/510 hp; 650 Nm). The 8-speed M Steptronic transmission and the M xDrive all-wheel drive complement each other perfectly. The acceleration from rest to 100 km/h will occur in 3.6 seconds.
Ferrari 296 GT3
The Ferrari 296 GT3, the purebred athlete for a selected group of customers, was created in cooperation with the F1 team and is based on the 296 GTB model. The drive unit is a 3.0 V6 with two turbochargers (447 kW/600 hp; 712 Nm), and the driving force travels to the rear wheels via a 6-speed sequential transmission.
Rolls-Royce Spectre
The brand’s first electric edition with a luxury hallmark excels in “best” comfort, using a drive with a power limit of 430 kW (585 hp) and a torque of 900 Nm. A limousine weighing almost 3000 kg accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in about 4.5 seconds.
Honda Civic Type-R
The fastest Civic Type-R (2023) is launched on its 25th anniversary. Its aerodynamic rebirth is striking. The four-cylinder 2.0 i-VTEC Turbo (about 235 kW/320 hp; 420 Nm) received a new charge. The exact parameters will be known after the launch of the new product. Athletes will appreciate the presence of a 6-speed manual transmission.
Hyundai Ioniq 6
The novelty of the South Korean manufacturer ranks among the most attractive electric vehicles. There are two battery capacities, three gears (Family, Style, Premium) or rear axle, and all four wheels. The most powerful is the quadricycle in the Premium equipment (239 kW/325 hp; 605 Nm), with a 77.4 kWh battery that has a declared range of up to 583 km.
Text: Peter Stano, photo: Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Audi, Lamborghini, BMW, Ferrari, Rolls-Royce, Honda, Hyundai