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Lexico.com defines a cult as “misplaced or excessive admiration for a particular person or thing.” We mention that definition because this week’s Window Shop challenge was to find cars with a cult of loyal followers and attempt to explain why and how these machines came to be the vehicular equivalent of Jim Jones.As we say nearly every week, this should have been easy. But as usual, we skip the obvious answers. Saab and Mazda Miata? Too easy. Our choices are a little off-center, even for an episode about car cults. But while we were trying to determine if our cars actually have a cult following or if they are just popular, we were reminded of the United States Supreme Court Justice Potter Stewart’s thoughts on obscenity: I can’t define it, but I know when I see it.That didn’t stop us from anointing five vehicular Golden Calves. Senior editor Elana Scherr pointed her finger at sand-loving cat worshippers. Road & Track contrarian John Pearley Huffman caused yet another friendly fire incident by choosing a Jeep, but not the one you might think. Contributor Jonathon Ramsey followed Pearley off-road, blessing the rains down in Africa in a craptastic English tractor. Senior editor Joey Capparella passed judgement on Greek Row fraternity brothers who sent their allowances to the Far East, while C/D head honcho Tony Quiroga drifted his way to Japan the opposite way, passing up a textbook Swedish cult in the process. Have a watch. And know that no Teslas were harmed in the making of this video. Because that would have been too easy and the comments would’ve been too annoying.

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The Toyota Supra will soon be available with a manual transmission.We don’t know yet if the stick-shift will be offered for the base four-cylinder, the inline-six, or both.Expect more details to be released within the next few weeks.Ever since it relaunched the Supra, Toyota has updated the sports car each year with powertrain upgrades, special editions, and other tweaks. But the big kahuna is still to come, as the company finally confirmed that the Supra is officially getting a manual transmission.
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The Toyota USA Twitter account posted a photo of a three-pedal setup in the Supra’s driver footwell, and the caption that includes #Manual doesn’t leave much to the imagination—although it should’ve been #SavetheManuals if you ask us. There’s also a press release on Toyota’s U.K. site confirming that a GR Supra with a stick-shift is on its way to becoming a reality.

What we still don’t know is exactly which powertrain combination will be offered with three pedals. The 2022 Supra offers either a turbo 2.0-liter inline-four with 255 hp or a turbo 3.0-liter inline-six with 382 horsepower; we’d be a little disappointed if the manual was available only with the four-cylinder, if we’re honest. Both powertrains are sourced from BMW, which doesn’t offer either of these engines with a manual on our shores. BMW’s only manual-transmission vehicles currently sold in the U.S., in fact, are the M3 and M4, which offer a 473-hp twin-turbo 3.0-liter inline-six with a six-speed manual as standard equipment.Toyota says more information about the Supra’s manual transmission will be released in a few weeks, so we won’t have to wait too long to find out what’s in store.
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Toyota will launch a new SUV model in the U.S. and other markets called the Crown.It will be offered as a hybrid at first, with plug-in and EV versions to follow.The Crown will likely be the most expensive SUV in the lineup, although it might not be the largest.The Crown nameplate is one of Toyota’s oldest, even if most Americans aren’t familiar with the moniker. After being used for Toyota sedans in Japan for decades, the name is set to make its return to our market soon as a hybrid SUV that will be more expensive than any of Toyota’s current crossover offerings, according to a report from Reuters.

While the report states that the Crown will be costlier than the Sequoia, putting its starting price in the $50,000 range, we don’t think it will be larger than that full-size, truck-based model. If we were to guess, we think the Crown will be a mid-size unibody crossover with more of a luxury bent. It will reportedly offer hybrid, plug-in-hybrid, and electric powertrains, although we’re not sure if all of those variants will make their way to the U.S.The current Crown (pictured above) is a rear-wheel-drive sedan sold only in Japan, so it’s clear that the model will be making a significant transformation for its new generation. We expect the new Crown SUV to look totally different despite sharing its name with this lineage of staid four-doors. The Crown was the first Toyota model sold in the U.S. starting in the late 1950s, but it was later discontinued on our shores as Toyota started selling the Corona and Corolla models here.Look for more information on the new Toyota Crown SUV to come later this year. It may go on sale as soon as the end of 2022 as a 2023 model.
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GMC will debut a new Canyon mid-size pickup this summer, and it will introduce the new AT4X off-road model.It’ll be GMC’s version of the Colorado ZR2, so expect Multimatic spool-valve dampers along with front and rear lockers, and all-terrain tires. This teaser image shows the truck’s rock rails and 17-inch beadlock-capable wheels. GMC’s Canyon mid-size pickup is due for a refresh, and a new model will debut this summer for the 2023 model year. With it will come a more hardcore off-road AT4X model, which was also recently added to the full-size Sierra. It will be GMC’s version of the Chevy Colorado ZR2 and aid in competing with the Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro, the Jeep Gladiator Rubicon, and even the upcoming Ford Ranger Raptor.

GMC currently offers a Canyon AT4, minus the X, and it comes with Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac tires, an off-road-tuned suspension, locking rear differential, and a skid plate for the transfer case. The AT4X will make the truck even more off-road capable, adding tons more goodies. While GMC hasn’t revealed any specs on the AT4X, we expect it’ll borrow bits and pieces from the Colorado ZR2, which should include Multimatic’s spool-valve dampers, locking front and rear differentials, Goodyear Wrangler Territory all-terrain tires, and a wider stance with increased clearances. The new Canyon will also debut a new look. This teaser image shows the AT4X’s badging, rock rails, and 17-inch beadlock-capable wheels. Look for more information on the 2023 GMC Canyon and the new AT4X model this summer, and we’ll fill you in on all the truck’s details then.
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Genesis created a new version of the X concept called the Speedium Coupe.It has a different roofline and new lighting elements, among other changes.We don’t expect anything like this to become a reality, but design elements from this car will be seen on future Genesis EVs.Last year’s gorgeous Genesis X coupe concept caught our attention with its athletic proportions and clean integration of the brand’s “two lines” design motif. Now, a team of designers led by Luc Donckerwolke has transformed the concept into something a bit more interesting to look at. This new version of the Genesis X concept is called the Speedium Coupe, and it features a reworked roofline, updated lighting elements, and a grille shape that will supposedly make its way onto Genesis’s upcoming lineup of EVs.

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The Speedium name refers to a racetrack in Korea, and although the company is still referring to this as a coupe, we’re thinking it looks more like a two-door hatchback or even a shooting brake from certain angles. The greenhouse extends much further back than on the original concept, and the roofline tapers down gradually and ends in a ducktail-style rear spoiler. The previous concept’s mesh grille is swapped out for a body-color panel bracketed by light bars arranged in a triangular shape, while the lower front fascia now incorporates wider mesh intakes.

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While Genesis is not talking about the Speedium Coupe’s powertrain, it is certainly electric—although, as a mere design study that’s not meant to preview any direct production models, it doesn’t necessarily have a real drivetrain at all. Donckerwolke described the Speedium Coupe as a kind of creative exploration that the design studio would not typically show to the public—a “peek behind the curtain” if you will.If all of the Genesis designers’ freestyle exercises look this good, we’re definitely curious to see what else is behind that curtain. And while we won’t necessarily see a car like this at Genesis dealerships anytime soon, we can only hope that its interesting shape and knockout proportions might make their way onto production Genesis vehicles in the near future.
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This Opulent Blue over Ebony leather 2012 Cadillac CTS-V wagon, currently up for auction on Bring a Trailer, has less than 30,000 miles, and its three pedals are proof it was optioned as God intended.The rear-drive-only Cadillac CTS-V wagon used a 556-hp supercharged 6.2-liter V-8 and was offered with either a six-speed automatic or six-speed manual transmission. As of this writing, the bidding for this 29,000-mile example has reached $75,000 with the auction ending on Saturday, April 16. Bring a Trailer’s highest winning bid for a CTS-V happened last year, when a 2011 CTS-V wagon with just 7400 miles sold for $96,500.We’ve often used the phrase “They don’t build ’em like they used to.” In some ways, we should all be thankful they don’t. Today, cars are generally safer, quicker, and more fuel-efficient than they’ve ever been. Of course, those contemporary benefits come at the sacrifice of some of our favorite cars. But a car like this 2012 Cadillac CTS-V wagon is something automakers had never built before and are unlikely ever to build again.

The CTS-V, sold in every solid-roofed body style short of an SUV or pickup, legitimized Cadillac’s performance efforts. The first generation (2004–07) was only available with a manual transmission and found itself among competitors such as the Audi S4 and Mercedes-Benz C55 AMG. The wagon wouldn’t arrive until the CTS-V’s second generation in 2010, and its existence made as much sense then as a 556-hp supercharged V-8 wagon with three pedals and Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 tires would make today.

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It’s an obvious BaT pick of the day for us because anytime a CTS-V wagon is mentioned, it’s personal. C/D was there for the birth and first 40,000 miles of our long-term 2011 CTS-V wagon, so this unusually awesome automobile holds a special place in our hearts. It won three consecutive 10Best awards in the four years it existed. Have you heard one of these bad boys roar in person? It’s borderline catcalling toward automotive enthusiasts.

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This example is a particularly good one, not just because of its lack of mileage, but because the Opulent Blue paint and Ebony interior are better suited to the car’s sporty instincts than pearl white paint with ice cream guts are. It’s also an excellent example of collectorship. In September 2019 this CTS-V wagon sold on BaT for $68,000. As of this writing, the current bid already exceeds that by nearly $10,000 with five days of bidding left.When new, the CTS-V wagon started at $64,290, or roughly $83,600 when calculating for inflation. A six-speed manual transmission, magnetorheological dampers, Brembo brakes, and 19-inch Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 tires were all standard equipment. During our testing, the thunderous station wagon launched to 60 mph in just 4.0 seconds with a 12.3-second quarter-mile time at 118 mph. That’s not too far from today’s sassiest saloon, the 603-hp twin-turbo Mercedes-AMG E63 we’ve tested that reached 60 mph in 3.0 seconds and a quarter-mile in 11.1 seconds at 122 mph.

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An uneven comparison, given their 47 horsepower, $59K price difference, and 11-year discrepancy, but they share the biggest symptom of a car that won’t sell in the U.S.: feverishly fun to drive, acute wagon shape, and internal bruising of the pocketbook from an unquenchable thirst. The added availability of the manual transmission for the Cadillac makes it more obscure, but in a good way. The lines of what car enthusiasts love and what the general car-buying public is actually purchasing might forever run parallel, but the CTS-V wagon is a mark of passion. It will be interesting to see if this specific example beats the CTS-V on BaT that brought $96,500 last year.

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Before the new twin-turbo inline-six propagates across the 2023 Wagoneer lineup, Jeep will offer a limited run of 2022 short-wheelbase Grand Wagoneer models with this engine.The twin-turbo 3.0-liter inline-six a $2000 option and produces 510 horsepower, more than the standard 6.4-liter V-8’s 471 hp.Dealers have already opened orders for these 2022 Grand Wagoneers with the engine upgrade.If you want to be among the first to own a vehicle with Stellantis’ “Hurricane” twin-turbo inline-six engine, Jeep has already opened orders for a limited run of short-wheelbase 2022 Grand Wagoneer models that will be equipped with this new engine. Jeep says these 2022 vehicles will arrive sooner than the 2023 Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer models that will more formally introduce the inline-six into the lineup: it’ll be standard on the new long-wheelbase “L” variants and optional on the short-wheelbase configurations.

This run of 2022 Grand Wagoneer models will come only with the high-output version of the twin-turbo 3.0-liter inline-six that produces 510 horsepower and 500 pound-feet of torque. It costs $2000 extra over the 471-hp 6.4-liter V-8 engine that’s standard in the Grand wagoneer. (There’s also a standard-output Hurricane that will be available on the 2023 Wagoneer with 420 horsepower and 468 pound-feet of torque.)There won’t be any visual differences to set apart the six-cylinder Grand Wagoneers from their V-8 counterparts, but we’re sure that the new engine’s entirely different sound profile will make the distinction obvious. Jeep won’t say exactly how many of these 2022 Hurricane-equipped models it will build, but dealerships are accepting orders now.
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The 2023 Kia Telluride made its debut at the New York auto show this morning.The new model of the mid-size SUV benefits from visual enhancements and added driver-assist technology, plus hill-descent control that’s standard on all models.Like the 2023 Sportage, the Telluride also gets new X-Line and X-Pro models with a more rugged off-road-capable profile.Kia has updated its wildly popular—and 10Best-winning—Telluride for 2023 with slightly revised exterior styling, enhanced driver-assistance features, tweaked tech, and two new rugged-appearance trim levels.The headlights replace their orange-rectangle lighting element with twin spotlights and vertical bars, the lower fascia is reworked, and the leading edge of the hood loses its TELLURIDE lettering. The rear appearance and lower body-side molding have also been tweaked. Following the lead of the redesigned 2023 Sportage, the Telluride adds a rugged-looking X-Pro trim level and also a less intense X-Line model.

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Both of the new trims are AWD exclusively. The X-Line’s special elements are a 0.4-inch-higher ride height, a new Tow mode, beefier roof rails, a redesigned grille, and trim-specific 20-inch wheels. The X-Pro adds a 110-volt outlet in the cargo area, swaps the 20-inch wheel for 18-inchers with all-terrain tires, and has an increased tow rating of 5500 pounds (up from 5000). Note, however, that the Telluride’s sole engine offering is unchanged: a 3.8-liter V-6 again making 291 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque. Hill-descent control is a new addition, standard for all Telluride trims whether with front- or all-wheel drive.
The standard Highway Driving Assist (HDA) semi-autonomous adaptive cruise control can now be upgraded to HDA 2, which adds lane-change functionality. The standard speed-limit recognition system can automatically adjust the cruise control set speed when the speed limit changes. The forward collision avoidance system now also watches for oncoming traffic when making a left turn. Additionally, it can brake to avoid cross traffic in an intersection or brake and steer when it detects an oncoming vehicle during a two-lane pass. It’s also better able to watch out for pedestrians and cyclists.Also on the tech front is a new available digital key functionality, which requires an iPhone, Samsung Galaxy Android, or Apple Watch.
Inside, the biggest change is the arrival of a digital instrument cluster, which merges with the larger infotainment screen (now 12.3 inches). The head-up display also is larger and can show more info. Fortunately, Kia has retained much of the center stack, which still features physical buttons to operate much of the climate control system and to quickly access major touchscreen functions. Also retained are knobs for volume, tuning, and temperature, as well as a real shift lever.Pricing for the 2023 Telluride has not been released yet, but we wouldn’t be surprised to see the figures creep up slightly. The 2022 model ranges from $34,385 to $44,285. The 2023 Telluride goes on sale this fall.
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