The 2023 Lexus RZ.
The EV era at Lexus will begin late this year with the 2023 RZ 450e, above, which shares platforms with the Toyota bZ4X. The compact crossover trades Lexus’ usual spindle grille for a filled-in EV-suited “spindle body.” The all-wheel-drive RZ 450e will offer a maximum range of 360 kilometres, according to Lexus estimates. All-wheel drive is standard, but power output from the dual motors has not been released, nor has pricing.
2023 ACURA INTEGRA
The 2023 Acura Integra.
A familiar nameplate will return to the Acura fold this June after a 15-year absence. The compact sport sedan uses the Honda Civic platform and is intended to go head-to-head with Germany-based luxury brands that currently dominate the segment. Acura is offering the 2023 Integra in two trims, both with turbocharged 1.5-litre inline four-cylinder engines and continuously variable transmissions. The five-door hatchback — there is no two-door model — starts at $36,725, including delivery charge.
2023 JEEP WAGONEER L & GRAND WAGONEER L
The Jeep Wagoneer L.
The new L variants of the full-size 2023 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer utility vehicles are 30 centimetres longer than the standard models. This trans- lates to more cargo space behind the standard third-row seat. Stellantis’ new “Hurricane” twin-turbocharged 3.0-litre inline six-cylinder engine provides the power. The two models — the largest in the Jeep lineup — will arrive in the second half of 2022. Pricing has not been announced.
LINCOLN STAR CONCEPT
The Lincoln Star Concept.
The luxury brand plans four new EVs in the next four years, and the Lincoln Star concept previews how Lincoln design will evolve as traditional grilles are phased out. The vehicle rides on Ford’s flexible rear- wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive platform. Wraparound seating and a coast-to-coast curved horizontal display create a lounge-like environment, the auto- maker said. Lincoln anticipates more than half of its sales to be electric by mid-decade.
2023 BMW 7 SERIES
The 2023 BMW 7 Series.
The seventh generation of BMW’s flagship 7 Series will arrive in Canada in the fourth quarter of 2022. Included is the i7 xDrive60 — the first electric model in the line — as well as the gasoline-powered 760i xDrive. Both models feature updated luxury elements and a suite of new driver-assist features, allowing for hands-free highway travel at speeds up to 130 km/h. The electric and gasoline models share a starting price of $147,000, before shipping.
