Are you planning to buy a car in 2022?
Waiting for that perfect model to arrive in showrooms?
Either way, 2022 is shaping up to be an exciting year for automobiles.
And did you know we carry many of the cars that are consistently ranked among the best of the best?
One major media outlet, US News and World Report, just included several of our models on a list of the best cars that are on the way in 2022 and beyond.
Of course, it’s not all good news. Due to the very real supply chain disruptions, a microchip shortage, and the lingering after-effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, some models may not arrive in dealer showrooms right on time.
But in order for you to stay on top of what’s happening we’ve compiled a list based on media buzz of models that are expected to cause a stir this year and beyond.
2022 Audi e-tron GT
The all-new 2022 Audi e-tron GT employs electric motors in both the front and rear to create 469 horsepower for normal driving and up to 522 horsepower for 2.5 seconds when launch control activated. That’s enough power to propel this great looking four-door from zero to 60 mph in 3.9 seconds. It’s estimated to have a 238-mile range on a single charge.
And that’s not the only environmentally friendly aspect of this GT. The interior is leather free and uses recycled materials such as Dinamica and Alcantara, both of which are standard. All starting at $99,900.
2022 BMW i4
BMW is getting very serious about its EVs. The all-new 2022 BMW i4 brings electric to a core segment of the brand. (Think: Electric equivalent of the gasoline-powered BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe).
In fact, the first electric BMW Gran Coupe will come in two versions: The BMW i4 eDrive40, a low-to-the-ground 335-horsepower rear-wheel-drive sedan as well as the base model i4 eDrive40.The i4eDrive40 starts at $55,400 and has a range of up to 300 miles on a single charge.
Have a need for even more from your EV? You can upgrade to the BMW i4 M50 which comes with an all-wheel-drive dual-motor setup that produces 536 horsepower and a 245-mile range. Starting price is $65,900.
BMW says you can expect to get from zero-to-60-mph in a mere 3.7 seconds in the i4M50.
2022 Audi A6 e-tron
Another Audi that made the list of top cars: the Audi A6 etron. It’s based on the Audi A6 e-tron concept car and is a fastback sedan that rides on BMW’s new Premium Platform Electric platform – co-developed by Audi and Porsche.
The concept car featured several exciting technologies that are likely to be included in the production model, including a two-motor design that provides an electrified version of the company’s vaunted Quattro all-wheel drive, according to US News and World Report.While nothing official has been released, the concept car boasts a zero-to-60-mph time of less than four seconds and a single-charge range of 435 miles, according to Audi.
2022 Volkswagen GTI
It’s a historic hatch for a reason. The Volkswagen GTI blends the enjoyment of driving a sports car with the practicality of a hatchback. And 2022’s model is no exception. The Volkswagen GTI is completely redesigned and includes an updated overall look, plenty of new tech as well as a powerful engine. The 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine churns out 241 horsepower, a 13-horsepower increase over the outgoing model.
Inside, Volkswagen updated the familiar Clark Plaid upholstery to a modernized “Scalepaper” plaid design. All models feature a 10.25-inch customizable digital instrument panel and your choice of 8.25- or 10-inch infotainment display. All starting at $29,545 for the manual transmission-equipped base GTI S, and $38,795 for a GTI Autobahn with an automatic transmission.
2022 Volkswagen Golf R
It’s certainly an exciting year for VW. And nothing captures that excitement like the 2022 Volkswagen Golf R. This hatch is smokin’ hot thanks to its four-cylinder turbo that offers 315 horsepower and up to 295 pound-feet of torque. That’s a 27 horsepower increase over the current model. You can expect the 4Motion all-wheel drive to come standard.
The Golf R comes with a digital instrument panel and a 10-inch infotainment touch-screen infotainment system.
The 19-inch alloy wheels and summer high-performance tires are stunning as are the Lapiz Blue, black, and white exterior paint options.
Volkswagen I.D. Buzz
This is the bus many have been waiting for: The electric Volkswagen Microbus. And wait we will. The Volkswagen I.D. Buzz has reportedly been delayed from a 2022 arrival to 2023. But it’s looking really great!
Based on the concept, the I.D. Buzz will use a pair of electric motors to produce 369 horsepower and provide all-wheel drive – all with an expected range of about 300 miles. Expect an electric van and delivery van.
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