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In the very near future, gearheads will be able to purchase some extremely cool cars.

Without question, the world is moving toward electricity at a breakneck pace. Several manufacturers are pledging to halt or drastically reduce producing gasoline and diesel-powered cars and replace them with electric models. This, alongside the competitive nature of the automotive industry and the latest technological advancements, means there is always something new to see both on the EV and ICE front.

As with other model years, it also leaves open many options for 2023, which may sometimes seem overwhelming. But it doesn't have to be that way. That's why we've compiled a list of 10 satisfying and unique 2023 machines that will be top choices for their ability to deliver the perfect blend of comfort, performance, livability, and driving enjoyment. Our list of the 10 best cars worth waiting to get behind the wheels of includes vehicles from Acura to Maserati, Chevy, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and Ferrari. Please read on to learn more.

If there's one car worth anticipating with tremendous excitement, it's the 2023 Acura Integra. Based on the Honda Civic Si, the relaunched Integra heralds the return of an iconic nameplate to the Acura lineup.

The vehicle, which replaces the ILX, will be powered by a 1.5-liter turbocharged inline-4 making 200 horsepower and 192 lb-ft of torque mated to a continuously variable transmission with standard front-wheel drive (all-wheel-drive is not available). Of course, a 6-speed manual transmission is available for hardcore enthusiasts.

Roughly six years after its first generation launched, the Kia Niro has been reimagined for a new generation of drivers with plenty of tech, more interior space and versatility than ever before, and an upscale cabin that delivers a unique, multifaceted luxury experience.

Inspired by the HabaNiro concept, the second generation Kia Niro will be powered by a hybrid powertrain that consists of a 1.6-liter four-cylinder and a 32-kW electric motor, making 139 combined horsepower and 195 lb-ft of combined torque. The 2023 Niro will also feature a plug-in hybrid setup that includes the same engine as the hybrid model, an 11.1-kWh lithium-ion polymer battery, and a 62-kW electric motor for a combined 180 horsepower. A six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission will be used in both vehicles. Kia Niro will also be available as an all-electric model with an estimated range of 253 miles.

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The all-new 2023 Alfa Romeo Tonale is gunning for the big-name small luxury SUVs. The first Alfa Romeo vehicle to feature an available plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain, the Tonale is marketed as a cheap and practical premium sport utility vehicle with a standard all-wheel drive.

It offers a standard turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four generating 256 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque. The optional plug-in hybrid setup marries a 1.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with a rear-mounted electric motor for a combined 272 hp. The base powertrain links to a nine-speed automatic transmission, while the plug-in hybrid trim has a six-speed automatic and a 15.5-kWh lithium-ion battery pack that's good for around 30 miles of electric-only driving range.

Maserati is known within the automotive industry for its ever-inventive design and quality craftsmanship. So far, it appears the 2023 Grecale's legacy will be that of a stellar midsize SUV that lived up fully to those lofty standards. Available in GT, Modena, and Trofeo trim levels, the base Grecale will be propelled by a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 paired with a mild-hybrid system with a belt starter generator and an e-Booster to provide a respectable 296 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque.

The midrange Modena model will be equipped with a boosted version of the turbo-four, which raises output to 325 horses. For its part, the range-topping Trofeo will have a more powerful 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged V6 that pumps out 523 horsepower and 457 lb-ft of torque. An 8-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive are standard.

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The 2023 EQE continues a new and exciting chapter in Mercedes' design identity, expanding the brand's electrified lineup with its dedicated EV chassis. A futuristic and daring sedan, the EQE sits on the same platform as the EQS, albeit a more compact variant, and will be available in EQE 350 and AMG EQE models.

The EQE 350 will have a single rear-mounted motor generating 288 horsepower and 391 lb-ft of torque, while the EQE AMG will use two electric motors, one motor on the rear axle, and one upfront. The setup will produce 617 horsepower (677 hp in the AMG Dynamic Plus) and 701 lb-ft of torque (738 lb-ft in the AMG Dynamic Plus). A 90.6-kWh lithium-ion battery will be utilized in both vehicles. Driving ranges for the EQE 350 and EQE AMG are estimated at 300-plus miles and 250 miles, respectively.

The first SUV from the Ferrari model line, the Purosangue (Italian for "thoroughbred") will undoubtedly be one of the most desirable sport utility vehicles yet. It combines breathtaking modernity with the signature qualities that have made Ferrari so popular among automotive aficionados: effortless performance, technological sophistication, and aesthetic grace.

Specifications are under wraps at the moment, but expect the Purosangue to be equipped with a naturally aspirated V12, standard all-wheel-drive, four seats, and numerous features that will allow it to upturn convention and push boundaries, as Ferrari so often does.

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​​​The 2023 Toyota GR Corolla is built for fun at the wheel and displays Toyota Gazoo Racing's design philosophy down to the finest detail. To imbue it with enhanced aerodynamics and ultra-precise handling, Toyota's performance division equipped the GR Corolla with functional vents, a sportier suspension, and enchanting design lines that gracefully cut through the air. In terms of its dimension, the GR Corolla is 2.5 inches wider and 1.5 inches longer than the Corolla hatchback; the wheelbase is unchanged at 103.9 inches.

Under the hood of the race-oriented hot hatchback is a 1.3-liter 3-cylinder turbocharged engine with 300 horses and 273 lb.-ft. of torque. A six-speed manual with a rev-match function and GR-FOUR all-wheel drive is standard.

Nissan set a course for a future in racing with its iconic Z-cars in the '70s, and is once again reinforcing its racing pedigree on the road for 2023 with the redesigned Z hardtop coupe.

It gets a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 making 400 horsepower and 350 lb-ft of torque. The powertrain can be mated to either a six-speed manual transmission or a nine-speed automatic with paddle shifters on the steering wheel.

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BMW vehicles have never been pushovers, but the all-new XM, with its exceptionally futuristic, sharply defined lines and bold character, is a robust-looking SUV designed to be so much more: the most powerful production BMW ever.

Under the hood, a punchy 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 mated to an electric motor and a battery pack will be offered with 644 horsepower and an estimated 30 miles of electric-only driving range. In addition, the XM will utilize a coil-spring suspension system with adaptive dampers and active anti-roll bars to help control body roll during tight cornering situations.

The new 2023 Corvette Z06 is a sports car like no other. A shining example that rewrites the rulebook and elevates Chevrolet to a league of exotic cars and supercars manufacturers like Ferrari and Lamborghini.

For this latest update, Chevy engineers focused on elevating the Corvette's status to that of a proper mid-engined supercar, marking a departure from the usual front-engine setup of previous Corvette models. To achieve this, the engineers altered the suspension design and equipped the Corvette with new wheels, six-piston Brembo front brakes, and a 5.5-liter naturally aspirated DOHC V8 with a flat-plane crankshaft. This new powertrain develops an astounding 670 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque, which is more than enough to deliver the raw excitement of a hardcore, powerful, track-focused supercar.

Monday Goma delights in writing about cars. He has written buyer's guides, car reviews, product reviews, etc., for a bunch of car dealership sites in the U.S. When not writing about cars, Monday can often be found either playing FIFA or researching new automotive technologies. Monday is married to a very devout, hardworking, strong-willed, and truly remarkable woman.