Automotive News Canada - August 2022 - 14

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2024 CHEVROLET BLAZER EV: The upcoming electric utility vehicle
shares much of its design with the gasoline-powered model, but
that's where the similarities end, GM Canada says. The Blazer EV is
built on the company's Ultium battery platform - shared with the
Cadillac Lyriq, Chevrolet Silverado EV and others - and will offer
an estimated maximum driving range of 400 to 515 kilometres on a
full charge, depending on trim level. Reservations opened in July
and deliveries begin next summer. Four trims will be offered, topped
by the $80,000-plus SS. The least expensive model - the 1LT - is
due in the first quarter of 2024 with a sticker of $51,998, plus $2,200
delivery.
CARS&CONCEPTS
By DAVID KENNEDY
2023 LEXUS UX 250H: All six variants of the
UX 250h come with all-wheel drive for 2023 as well
as hybrid powertrains. The 2.0-litre four-cylinder
engine and helper electric motor send 181 horsepower
through a continuously variable transmission.
The base model stickers for $43,595, including $2,145
freight. The compact crossover - the smallest in the
luxury brand's line - comes with Lexus Interface,
the brand's newest connectivity and multimedia
system, plus the Lexus Safety System + 2.5 bundle
that includes a series of active-safety technologies.
CADILLAC CELESTIQ: General Motors' luxury brand looks to set a " new
world standard " for the electric era with its low-slung, tech-laden Celestiq
concept. The company says the flagship vehicle draws inspiration from
pre-war V-16-engine coaches and the 1957
Cadillac Eldorado Brougham. The
handmade show car premiered in
July. A production version
will compete with those
from upstart luxury
EV makers and longtime
high-end rivals.
Neither a launch
timeline nor a starting
price have been
disclosed.
2023 TOYOTA CROWN: A new high-end hybrid that
blurs the line between sedan and crossover will hit
Toyota's lineup by the end of the year. The Crown nameplate
is being revived in North America after 50 years
for what the automaker calls a sedan with elevated ride
height. The four-door offers a base hybrid powertrain
as well as a performance version that puts out a Toyotaestimated
340 net horsepower. Three grades will be
available, all with electronic all-wheel drive.
Pricing has not been released.
2023 KIA SOUL: The subcompact
crossover has been updated with a
more angular grille and a simplified
rear bumper. Inside, the 2023 Soul
gets a new steering wheel as well
as a 4.2-inch instrument panel first
seen in the 2023 Sportage. New active
safety technology is also available,
including lane-keeping assist, blindspot
collision avoidance and highway
driving assist. The Soul, available
in five trims, starts at $24,534,
including $1,800 delivery.
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