Every new car worth waiting for coming in 2023 and beyond
We’ve rounded up every car coming in the remainder of 2023 and beyond, and whatever you’re after, there’s something here for everyone. We reveal what’s coming when, what’s special about each car, starting with the cars arriving shortly, running through to cars we’re going to have to wait a bit longer for. Cars are illustrated with a combination of spy shots and our own expert renderings of what we believe they’ll look like:
Mercedes EQS SUV – early 2023
This luxury SUV comes as standard with a massive 108kWh battery, which will allow you to drive up to 410 miles between recharges. The EQS SUV is also one of just two electric SUVs currently available with seven seats – the other being the Mercedes EQB.
Audi Q9 – early 2023![]()
This luxury SUV is set to eclipse the palatial Audi Q7 as the brand’s largest, most opulent car ever. What that means is seating for seven, with more space at the rear than the Land Rover Defender 110, as well a boot large enough to carry all the luggage you could ever need. Its primary markets will be the US and China, and it’s doubtful that it will be sold in the UK.
Jeep Grand Compass – early 2023
This extended version of the existing Jeep Compass seats seven and is likely to offer better off-road abilities compared with most large SUVs. Power is provided by a soon-to-arrive 1.5-litre e-Torque petrol engine or the existing 237bhp plug-in hybrid set-up. Expect generous passenger space inside, but boot space might be compromised by the third row of seats.
Ford Mustang – early 2023![]()
The next version of Ford’s revered coupe is likely to use an updated version of its 5.0-litre V8 engine, which offers either 443bhp or 453bhp. It might be given mild hybrid technology – which adds a hint of electrical assistance to boost fuel economy without adding heavy batteries – to reduce running costs. Photographs of a prototype version suggest that it will be offered as a convertible as well, although Ford only sells the coupé version of the current Mustang in the UK.
Volvo EX30 – late 2023
Volvo’s forthcoming electric crossover, tipped to be called the EX30, will be designed around the subscription ownership model in a bid to help the firm win over a younger audience.
Set to be revealed in June 2023 before sales kick off in November, the EX30 will sit below the existing Volvo XC40 Recharge in the firm’s growing line-up of electric SUVs.
The EX30 will champion the subscription ownership model to make it more affordable to ‘Generation Z’ buyers. Reckon on a range of 260-270 miles.
Merc GLC Coupe – mid-2023![]()
We spotted the second generation Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe out testing in northern Germany, near the Mercedes factory in Bremen. We expect its unveiling will take place soon ahead of deliveries starting in the later summer.
Citroen C3 Aircross – late 2023
The Citroën C3 Aircross is being prepared to enter its second generation, with styling and construction heavily influenced by the Citroën Ami quadricycle and Citroën Oli concept car.
Seen by our spy photographers tackling icy conditions on European roads, the compact crossover is currently in an early stage of development. As well as various ICE options, the C3 Aircross will also offer an electric powertrain for the first time. It will be bult on the CMP platform, which already underpins Stellantis cars such as the DS 3 and Vauxhall Corsa.
Audi A4 – 2023![]()
A low, wide front grille, slimline headlights and a more rakish roofline look to be the key differentiators from the current car as reflected in our artist impression.
Entering its sixth generation, the Audi A4 line-up will include an electric-only four-wheel-drive performance RS model and a hybrid RS4 to top a line-up underpinned by two different platforms, according to well-placed Ingolstadt insiders. Reckon on an unveil in 2023, with sales starting towards the end of the year.
Skoda Superb – on sale 2023
There is a new Skoda Superb coming at the end of 2023, and despite talk of an estate version (which has already been subject to several months of testing), the saloon version has also been spotted being tested. Wearing a partial camouflaged livery, the Superb is expected to come as a plug-in hybrid, though it may be the final iteration before becoming fully electric. The flagship Skoda model will continue to compete against rivals such as the Mazda 6, Vauxhall Insignia, and the Volkswagen Passat on which it is based.
Ferrari SF90 Versione Speciale – on sale 2023![]()
In 2019 Ferrari graced us with presence of the SF90 Stradale, but as with many Ferraris in the latter stages of the model lifecycle the SF90 is expecting a ‘hardcore’ version. The SF90 Versione Speciale, which translates from Italian as ‘special version’, is expected to be launched in September 2022 to be available for 2023.
The SF90 Versione Speciale is expected to have some changes to the aerodynamic styling, and a slightly larger helping of power than the SF90 Stradale. After the release of the SF90 Versione Speciale we can expect to see the SF90 Spider follow suit.
Audi S4 Avant – on sale 2023
If you’re a fan of fast practical Audis, then there’s good news; the Audi S4 Avant is on its way. The executive car has already had a mid-cycle facelift so we can expect a new generation S4 Avant in 2023. Seen testing on the mountain roads in the Alps, the S4 is distinctly recognisable from its twin tailpipes on either side. Our predictions are that the new Audi S4 will come with 350bhp, that is slightly higher than the current model.
Hyundai Kona – on sale 2023![]()
2023 will see the reveal of the new Hyundai Kona. Since its reveal in 2017, the smallest crossover SUV that Hyundai make has undergone hybridisation, electrification, and a 2021 facelift. Since the ever-changing world of the Hyundai Kona is fast paced, we are already witnessing the birth of a new model.
Early spy-shots indicate a whole new front end design. The grille and front lights have been redesigned, and a light strip can be seen on the bonnet like the one on the Hyundai Staria. The new Hyundai Kona aims to compete with the Volkswagen T-Roc.
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N – on sale 2023
The Ioniq 5 is the first fully electric offering by Hyundai and the futuristic-looking SUV and has won several awards. Hyundai has been spotted testing an N variant of the car.
The Ioniq 5 N will make use of the same battery and motors as the Kia EV6 GT thus meaning similar performance figures of about 570bhp, a 0-60 time of 3.5 seconds, and a range of 206 miles. It is expected to arrive in Q1-Q2 of 2023
Ferrari Roma Spider – on sale 2023![]()
