01. Porsche 911 Dakar
Certainly, a forthcoming iteration of the Porsche 911 is always on the horizon. The upcoming model, a refreshed 992, is poised to mark the 911’s initial venture into the realm of electric hybrid technology. However, in the interim, a rugged and elevated version is in development, catering to those with off-road and rally raid aspirations, even if the primary destination remains the local supermarket.
02. Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato
Porsche isn’t alone in delving into the realm of off-road-capable sports cars. Lamborghini is bidding farewell to the Huracan by bringing the Sterrato into production. Anticipate prominent spotlights, substantial bolt-on wheel arches, and owners reveling in a sense of superiority every time they witness a conventional supercar cautiously navigating a speed bump, mindful of their prized carbon fiber splitter.
03. Range Rover Sport SV
Land Rover’s Special Vehicle Operations (SVO) division is streamlining its upcoming endeavors under a unified ‘SV’ badge, resulting in a reduction for the hot Range Rover Sport, which will shed one-third of its ‘SVR’ designation. Anticipate an engine downsizing, likely transitioning from the robust 5.0-liter supercharged V8 to a BMW-shared twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8 powerplant. The inclusion of plug-in hybrid augmentation is also a possibility, a feature that SVR owners might appreciate, considering their inclination to navigate inconspicuously in their substantial 2.2-ton hypertanks.
04. Alpine A110R
A more lightweight Alpine! It might not have seemed conceivable, right? Well, we shared that sentiment. However, with a regimen incorporating carbon fiber elements such as a fresh roof, rear screen, and even carbon wheels, the petite A110 has managed to shed 34kg. Simultaneously, it has gained enhanced downforce and purportedly reduced drag.
Moreover, the car is notably more rigid, offers improved grip, and the seats promise to envelop you akin to how King Kong cradles a damsel in distress. As we approach 2023, it seems the A110 could be on the verge of achieving sports car excellence… or could it potentially become too intense and hardcore for its own well-being?
05. Mercedes-AMG C63
We’re gearing up to experience what might be the most contentious AMG model to date, surpassing even the likes of the C63 and the AMG One hypercar. The C63 is making a return, showcasing a striking appearance. However, beneath its vented bonnet lies no V8 engine—instead, it boasts a 2.0-liter four-cylinder hybrid.
In essence, it’s an A45 engine with an electric boost, akin to a jolt of chili powder injected into its rear. The performance figures are staggering: 670bhp, 752lb ft of torque, all packed into a 2,145kg package. We anticipate dedicating the Christmas holidays to delving into the intricacies of the extensive four-thousand-page instruction manual.
