Toimetajate valik mai 2023: mõned Subarud ja paar luksusmaasturit

The month of May saw a number of new vehicles jump into the pool of Editors’ Picks. Subaru grabbed a pair with its brand-new generation of Crosstrek for 2024, and the Legacy earns one in the ever-shrinking midsize sedan segment. In the luxury space, we have one entry from Britain and one from here at home. The uus Range Rover already got an Editors’ Pick, but now the Range Rover Sport joins the ranks. The Corsair earned Editors’ Pick status before its update, too, but now the refreshed version rejoins the ranks.

Juhul, kui jäite meiega vahele eelmised toimetajate valikud, here’s a quick refresher on what’s going on here. We rate all the new cars we drive with a 1-10 score. Cars that are exemplary in their respective segments get an Editors’ Pick designation. Those are the ones we’d recommend to our friends, family and anybody who’s curious and asks the question. The list that you’ll find below consists of every car we rated in May that earned an Editors’ Pick.

2023 Subaru pärand

Kiire võtmine: The Legacy brings all-wheel drive with sedan dynamics to a shrinking segment, and it does so with a competitive price, respectable tech and tons of utility.

Punkt: 7.5

Millega see konkureerib: Honda Accord, Nissan Altima, Toyota Camry, Hyundai Sonata, Kia K5

Plussid: All-wheel drive in every trim, spunky turbo engine, tons of space in the rear and trunk

Miinused: CVT makes for a dull drive, infotainment is clunky, styling is on the bland side

Toimetajatelt:

Associate Editor Byron Hurd — “Not everybody has abandoned sedans. Not only is Subaru keeping some of its eggs in this four-door basket, but it’s dyeing them in some festive shades. The new turbocharged and tightened Sport model makes a great case for itself as a grown-up WRX without all the GT-themed nonsense. Shame about the CVT.”

Põhjalik analüüs: 2023 Subaru Legacy gets Sport trim, more tech, fresh design

2023 Range Rover Sport

Kiire võtmine: It may not be outwardly sporty, but the Range Rover Sport has a killer design, gorgeous interior, buttery-smooth driving characteristics and a clean tech interface.

Punkt: 8.0

Millega see konkureerib: Mercedes-Benz GLE, BMW X5, Porsche Cayenne, Maserati Levante, Genesis GV80, Lincoln Aviator, Audi Q8, Acura MDX, Infiniti QX60

Plussid: Gorgeous design both inside and out, buttery smooth driving, great variety of powertrains and customization options

Miinused: Value is questionable, driver assistance systems are inconsistent

Toimetajatelt:

Road Test Editor Zac Palmer — “It’s easy to fall in love with the new Range Rover. The simple yet sophisticated and beautiful interior will have you won over to begin with, but start driving, and you’ll simply love it even more. The typical caveat with JLR’s tech can’t even shut down the conversation either, as the Range Rover’s infotainment system is a winner these days with super-quick responses and fast load times.”

Associate Editor Byron Hurd — “While a Range Rover might get lost in a crowd of American Escalades ja Grand Wagoneers, it’s clear why it’s coveted on the other side of the Atlantic: Despite its stature, it still makes a statement. The V8 is an absolute riot and the PHEV does a similar job with half the guilt.”

Põhjalik analüüs: 2023. aasta Range Rover Sport esimene sõit: edevus elektrifitseerimise eelõhtul

2023 Lincoln Corsair

Kiire võtmine: The Corsair brings a luxury experience without trying to be something it isn’t, making it a comfy, tech-filled, little crossover with great style both outside and in.

Punkt: 7.5

Millega see konkureerib: Alfa Romeo Stelvio, Genesis GV70, Jaguar F-Pace, BMW X3, Mercedes-Benz GLC-klass, Audi Q5, Lexus nx, Acura RDX, Volvo XC60, Porsche macan, Infiniti QX50, Volvo XC60

Plussid: Great luxury value, competitive PHEV option, attractive interior color and trim options with Black Label

Miinused: Interior tech can frustrate with lack of buttons, exterior design is unexciting

Toimetajatelt:

Associate Editor Byron Hurd — “”It’s not the cheapest nor the most fun to drive of the small luxury CUVs, but the Corsair does plenty of things well. BlueCruise is rapidly catching up to the competition (none of which exists in this segment) and the Corsair offers a comfortable cabin and can be had in a plug-in with more than 30 miles of EV range.”

Põhjalik analüüs: 2023. aasta Lincoln Corsairi esimese sõidu ülevaade: andke mu nupud tagasi!

2024 Subaru Crosstrack

Kiire võtmine: Crosstrek on võluva võimekuse ja atraktiivse disainiga minimaastur. Selle üks suur negatiivne külg on baasmootori võimsuse puudumine.

Punkt: 8.0

Millega see konkureerib: Ford Bronco Sports, Jeepi kompass, Chevy teerajaja, Hyundai Kona, Mazda CX-30, Honda HR-V, Nissan peksab, Toyota Corolla Cross, Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, Mini maamees, Kia Soul, Kia seltos

Plussid: Fun off-road; small but utilitarian package; efficient engine options

Miinused: Terribly slow base engine; interior feels cheap; slow infotainment tech

Toimetajatelt:

Road Test Editor Zac Palmer — “It’s hard to get over how slow the base 2.0-liter Crosstrek is, but once you look past the acceleration woes, it’s easy to understand why so many people love this little crossover. The ride quality is fantastic. It can go off-road with ease and a splash of fun. Subaru’s interior design is seemingly made for people that want to spend time outdoors with easy to clean surfaces and convenient features like the cargo area Nalgene cupholders. All Subaru needs to do is throw a turbo at it, and then there would be a reaalne supply problem.”

Põhjalik analüüs: 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Review: The same good kind of weird and versatile

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