The 2022 New York Auto Show media days are drawing to a close, and now the public has the opportunity to experience first-hand the many new car debuts that have taken place over the past two days. Whether you need an overview to plan a course through the Javits Center or just want to see what’s coming in the pipeline, here’s a handy summary of all things New York.
Chrysler Airflow Graphite Concept
The 2022 New York Auto Show wasn’t huge when it came to revealing concept cars, but Chrysler has a new one that almost nobody has seen in person. The Airflow concept made its debut at CES, but that’s not open to the public, so the Airflow Graphite Concept will be the public’s chance to review Chrysler’s future.
Chrysler didn’t really change much about the airflow when switching to the Airflow Graphite. Black paint and black leather replace white, while copper accents liven it up inside and out. Otherwise it’s still the same concept as before, with a host of new linked Stellantis technologies in addition to a pair of underbody electric motors. Expect Chrysler’s first electric vehicle to hit the market in 2025, and an all-electric offering will follow by 2028.
Deus introduces its 2,200 hp Vayanne Electric Hypercar in New York
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If this is the first time you are hearing of this name, you are not alone. Deus is a car manufacturer founded in Austria in 2020 and the Vayanne represents the first public impression of this startup. There are also some seriously high claims to these supercars. Power is forecast at 2,200 hp and 1,475 lb.-ft. torque, with a 0-60 time of 1.99 seconds and an estimated top speed of 248 mph.
As for the styling, it’s a little anonymous – at least in the front half, where we get some vintage McLaren MP4-12C vibes. At the back, the unique shape of the rear member looks like it’s heavily influenced by the Lotus Evija. The interior looks pretty much on par for the Supercar course, and we’re spying on a few BMW parts in there too. Deus says it plans to build 99 of these cars, with first deliveries expected around 2025.
Genesis X Speedium concept
Genesis is one step closer to producing a coupe. After last year’s stunning X Concept, Genesis has introduced the X Speedium Concept. Ignoring the silly name, there’s a lot to love about this two-door. For starters, its proportions have changed since last year, adopting a longer roof that blends into a shooting brake shape.
While the interior remains to be seen, there’s so much to love about the concept’s exterior design. The wraparound dual light design, which carried over well to Genesis’ road cars, is now even crazier, creating a triangular grille shape up front to bridge the gap between newer and older design idioms. As Genesis nears its goal of being all-electric by 2030, Genesis X’s Speedium concept gives us a great idea of what’s just around the corner.
2023 Hyundai Palisade
Hyundai’s mid-cycle refresh gives its three-row Palisade a beefier look for 2023. This mid-cycle upgrade isn’t just cosmetic, but these improvements are much appreciated, with bulkier appearances for the headlights and front grille. Inside there’s a redesigned steering wheel, a new infotainment display setup and new features for seats in all three rows. The driver’s seat will receive a massage function, while the second row will be ventilated, and the third will be heated.
Under the hood, the Palisade continues to rely on its 3.8-liter V6. With 291 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque, it’s more than enough for any family adventure.
2023 Jeep Wagoneer L, Grand Wagoneer L
Variety is the spice of life, right? After adding the long-wheelbase L trim to its Grand Cherokee lineup, Jeep is now bringing this long-body variant to its largest SUV.
The Jeep Wagoneer L and Grand Wagoneer L are, as expected, longer versions of the Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer. The body itself is about 12 inches longer, while the wheelbase is extended by a full 7 inches. Helping move that 6,000-pound mass is parent company Stellantis’ new twin-turbo inline-6, nicknamed the Hurricane. It makes between 420 and 510 hp and between 468 and 500 lb.-ft, depending on what’s shoved in. of torque. Expect these long cruisers to arrive in the second half of this year.
2023 Kia Niro
Kia’s funky design now extends to a model that precedes many of its current electrified offerings. The 2023 Kia Niro is back for a new generation, and it’s looking wild, taking on a quasi-Sportage silhouette while also adopting some very funky headlights and taillights. It’s still a crossover, and thanks to some design cues on the bottom half, it looks more SUV-ish than ever.
As before, the Niro will be available in hybrid, plug-in hybrid and EV variants. Both the hybrid and PHEV make 139 hp and 195 lb.-ft. torque, but the latter promises 33 miles of electric range. The electric vehicle combines a 64.8 kWh battery pack (with an estimated range of 253 miles) with a single electric motor. Inside, all variants can be optionally fitted with dual 10.3-inch screens and a whole host of driver assistance systems, including the handy Highway Driving Assist II system.
2023 Kia Telluride
Hyundai isn’t the only Korean automaker refreshing its three-row SUV in New York. The redesigned 2023 Kia Telluride also makes an appearance, adopting slightly blockier styling front and rear. Inside is a new curved display enclosure that houses a 12.3-inch infotainment screen and an optional 12.3-inch digital gauge. Kia’s proven 3.8-liter V6 remains the only powertrain offering, but front- and all-wheel-drive are both on offer.
Those looking for a little more off-road friendliness will enjoy the new X-Line and X-Pro trims. Both offer improved ride heights, revised traction control settings and a tow mode, while the X-Pro takes it a step further with all-terrain tires and a slightly increased tow rating of 5,500 pounds.
Lamborghini Huracan Tecnica offers the best of both worlds
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2023 Lamborghini Huracan Tecnica
You know a Lamborghini is going to be interesting when the CEO describes it as “the fun-to-drive model,” given how much fun all of their cars can be. The Lamborghini Huracan Tecnica shares the difference between the hardcore STO and its pedestrian models.
New front and rear bumpers give the Tecnica a unique look, and the body is 2.4 inches longer than the Huracan Evo. But the real fun is behind the engine cover, where a 5.2-liter V10 makes 631 hp and 417 lb.-ft. of torque, same as STO. With a curb weight of just 3,040 pounds, this sleek supercar should be quite a handful around the track. Better start digging under your mattress for all that spare change.
2023 Nissan Leaf
The current generation of the Nissan Leaf has been around for a number of years, so Nissan has seen fit to throw some upgrades in its direction. The front end adopts a black grille, skipping the chrome-blue livery of EVs of the past. A new Nissan badge appears, and the front one lights up at night. There’s also an amazing new 17-inch alloy wheel design available for the SV Plus trim.
Buyers still have a choice of two powertrains. The Leaf S makes 147 hp and 235 lb.-ft. Torque to the front wheels, while the SV Plus bumps those numbers to 214 and 250, respectively. One place the Leaf can’t be beat is in affordability, as its base price is far lower than some of the flashy new EVs we’ve launched in recent years.
2023 Nissan Pathfinder Rock Creek
The 2023 Nissan Pathfinder is too new for a mid-cycle refresh, but that means it’s in prime position for a new trim model, and that’s exactly what the Rock Creek is. The Pathfinder Rock Creek is 0.6 inches taller and features 18-inch beadlock-style wheels with off-road tires. A streamlined front fascia includes a mesh grille insert, and there’s also a new roof rack.
Under the hood is the same 3.5-liter V6 on every Pathfinder, but some revised engine mappings let buyers get a little more. It makes 284 hp and 259 lb.-ft. to 87-octane gas, but upping that to Premium increases power to 295 hp and 270 lb.-ft. All-wheel drive and a nine-speed automatic are standard.
2023 Subaru Outback refreshed with more tech and attitude
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2023 Subaru Outback
Subaru took part in the parade of midcycle refreshes in New York with the facelifted 2023 Outback. Every new Outback gets a facelift that includes a larger grille, new matte black elements that extend across the bumper, and some new headlights.
The interior remains largely the same, save for a new LCD rear-view mirror on the Touring models. Subaru’s EyeSight security suite also gets an upgrade with a new wide-angle mono camera (also on Touring models) that improves cyclist and pedestrian detection. An updated Starlink infotainment system adds What Three Words integration, as well as wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Under the hood, buyers have a choice of a naturally aspirated 2.5-litre H4 or a more peppy 2.4-litre turbocharged H4.
World Car of the Year
While the Hyundai Ioniq 5 has long been a roadshow favorite, this mid-size EV finally got the recognition it deserved at the 2022 New York Auto Show, when it won World Car of the Year, World Electric Car, and World Car Design” won. The Hyundai beat out its brother Kia EV6 and Ford Mustang Mach-E in the World Car of the Year category, beating out big names like the Audi E-Tron GT and Mercedes-Benz EQS in the all-electric category.
If you’re thinking about an Ioniq 5, we can’t recommend rushing to a retailer any faster. It’s a really nice electric crossover with excellent driving characteristics.
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