Future Cars Worth Waiting For - Part 1 (2024)

The new BMW M5 for 2025 will be more powerful than ever, thanks to its upgraded engine. It's the first time they'll offer it as a plug-in hybrid, with around 738 horsepower and all-wheel drive as standard. There's a rumour it might even come in a touring version in North America. But we don't have all the details yet, as it's still a while until its launch in July 2024. Still, we're excited about the possibility of having an M5 touring on our roads.

The next BMW 3-series sports Saloon, following the design cues from the Vision Neue Klasse concept car shown here, will keep its traditional look for the new generation. It'll run on a brand-new electric vehicle platform with an 800-volt setup. We're unsure if BMW will still offer hybrid and traditional engine options, or if they'll switch entirely to electric. We anticipate it'll hit the market for the 2026 model year.

Cadillac is launching a new range of electric vehicles, starting with the 2023 Lyriq SUV, followed by the Celestiq flagship sedan, which is coming soon. The Celestiq's striking design was unveiled in 2022. It will feature an all-wheel-drive electric system and can go over 300 miles on a single charge. It's expected to cost around $300,000, offering top-notch technology and luxury.

Cadillac is introducing a new electric SUV called the Escalade IQ, aiming to build on the success of the Escalade brand. This powerful SUV will have 750 horsepower and is set to launch in the summer of 2024. It'll run on a large 200.0-kWh battery, allowing for around 450 miles of driving between charges. Inside, it's all about high-tech screens, surrounded by luxury touches like leather seats, polished-aluminum details, and ambient lighting. For those who prefer being chauffeured, Cadillac will offer an optional Executive Second-Row Seating package. Expect it to come with a hefty price tag, most likely reaching six figures.

The Corvette brand is growing and will soon include a Corvette-badged performance SUV. It's likely to be built on GM's Alpha platform and might resemble this image. Engine options will vary, starting from a turbocharged four-cylinder to a supercharged 6.2-liter V-8 in the top Z0 model. We anticipate Chevy will unveil this controversial vehicle later this year.

The mid-engine Corvette C8 platform was designed to create a variety of performance versions, and the upcoming ZR-1 and Zora are the most thrilling. It's said the ZR-1 might have an 800-horsepower, twin-turbo version of the Z06's 5.5-liter V-8 engine. Meanwhile, the top-of-the-line Zora hybrid could be even more powerful, with electric motors boosting the turbo V-8's output. This all-wheel-drive beast might exceed 1000 horsepower.

Dodge's new electric muscle car, teased by a concept car last year, is coming together with a cool mix of old-school looks, high-tech features, and classic attitude. Power options will vary: the 340 model will have 455 horsepower, the mid-range 440 will boast 590 hp, and the top-tier Banshee model is set to outperform the gas-powered Hellcat in every performance aspect.

Porsche made a rough-road version of the 911 for the Dakar rally, and Lamborghini raised the Huracan to create the Sterrato supercar. So, why not Ford put its off-road Raptor treatment on the Mustang? It sounds wild, but we're hearing it'll have a powerful V-8 engine, all-wheel drive, and a raised suspension with special Fox Live Valve shock absorbers. This unique Mustang is expected to come out in 2026, starting at about $90,000.

Honda is bringing back the classic Prelude, and we're eager to see if the new sports coupe lives up to its legacy. Revealed as a concept at the 2023 Tokyo auto show, the Prelude seems to be built on the Civic platform and is said to have a hybrid engine. We're hoping for more than 200 horsepower, but we're not sure yet if it will come with a manual transmission. While Honda says it won't be as hardcore as the Civic Type R, that doesn't mean it won't be enjoyable to drive.

A new electric Jeep is on the way. We don't have all the details yet, but we know it's called the Jeep Recon EV, and it'll be a four-wheel-drive electric SUV. It will have options like a power-folding roof and doors that can be easily removed. We still don't know how much it will cost, how far it can go on a charge, or how powerful it will be. Jeep says it'll have locking differentials and protection underneath for off-roading. They plan to start making it sometime in 2024.

Lexus recently revealed several electric concept cars, but the most exciting one seems to be this electric supercar, which looks like it might actually happen. Lexus says it's like a modern version of their old LFA supercar and claims it'll be super fast, going from 0 to 60 mph in just over 2 seconds, and can travel over 430 miles on a single charge, thanks to special solid-state batteries. They even mention the possibility of having a pretend manual gearbox. We'll have to wait and see how much of this actually becomes a reality when they release more details about this sporty Lexus electric car in the next few years.

Lucid Motors, known for its award-winning Air Saloon, is now working on an SUV called the Gravity. It's expected to hit the market in late 2024. The Gravity shares many features with the Air, like powerful performance, a big battery, and a luxurious interior with lots of fancy features. Inside, it'll have a large curved screen for gauges and entertainment, plus an extra touchscreen in the middle of the dashboard for other stuff. While it'll come as a two-row SUV, you can opt for a third row if you need more space.