New product, increased sales and new technology are on the horizon for the auto industry in 2024. The year will be marked by big changes to some of the most venerable product lines and electric vehicle introductions that will shake up the landscape.
Some of the models on this list have already been seen publicly. Others have made it onto the list based on information shared by industry experts with Newsweek.
From super luxury to luxury to premium to mass market models, there's new vehicles coming to market that will offer something for everyone.
Volvo EX30
Volvo's tiniest tot will make its way to U.S. shores in early 2024. The two-row, small SUV features an all-electric powertrain, an interior filled with sustainable materials, and enough electric power for the EX30 to comfortably serve as a daily driver for most anyone. Newsweek recently took a different electric Volvo on a 1,400-mile road trip.
Nissan Murano
The Japanese automaker is finally giving the two-row midsize SUV a complete makeover in 2024. The model will retain its gasoline-powered propulsion and come with the company's latest technology, including advanced driver assistance and safety features. Expect to see the car at an auto show near you in the second half of the year.
Honda Prologue
Honda's version of the Chevrolet Blazer EV will arrive in the first quarter of the year. The new Honda Prologue will be slightly wider than the Blazer EV and have a two-row layout. Buyers can get theirs with two- or all-wheel drive, offering up to 288 horsepower.
Mercedes-Benz G-Class
The G-Wagen is getting a glow up. The model will be infused with new-age Mercedes technology and will keep its familiar shape. While a battery-electric version of the G-Class (EQG) is expected to come to market too, the company will keep some fossil fuel burning versions around for the EV adverse.
MINI Countryman SE ALL4
BMW Group's MINI is giving the world an all-electric version of its Countryman model. The U.S. version of the car offers 313 horsepower at the press of the accelerator, and doesn't compromise on the characteristic MINI go kart-like handing capabilities. Plus, it has all-wheel drive. MINI promises that the model will arrive stateside in September.
Porsche Macan EV
The new, all-electric Porsche Macan EV will be sold alongside the traditional Macan models for a while, but gives a glimpse of what the automaker has up its sleeve for performance-focused SUVs. Newsweek was recently invited to be one of the first to experience the model.
Subaru Forester
Subaru's signature two-row SUV has gotten a streamlined generational makeover. It will arrive on streets in 2024, complete with the company's suite of advanced safety technology. The Forester will arrive as a 2025 model year vehicle in spring 2024.
Nissan Armada
A new Nissan Armada is on the horizon following years of updates and freshened exterior design. The third generation of the three-row SUV is expected to be more technologically advanced than the current model, and feature modern aesthetics. The current-generation model has a high-horsepower NISMO offering in the Middle East.
Chevrolet Equinox EV
The long-awaited compact crossover from Chevrolet is nearly here. Based on the same Ultium battery-electric architecture that underpins the Chevrolet Blazer EV and Honda Prologue, the Equinox EV will have the hallmark qualities of the gasoline-powered Equinox, but run only on electrons.
Polestar 3
The third member of Polestar's family will come to U.S. driveways from the company's production line in South Carolina. The launch edition, which goes on sale in early 2024, starts at nearly $84,000. For that buyers get a long-range model with all-wheel drive and up to 300 miles of all-electric range.
Lincoln Nautilus
Earlier this year, Lincoln unveiled a completely redesigned version of its Nautilus SUV that earned comparisons to Land Rover models. It includes a windscreen-wide high-tech display, fresh looks, and an interior that moves the Lincoln luxury story forward. It will be on sale this spring.
Ford Ranger Raptor
Ford has taken years tuning its new-generation Ranger midsize truck to North American standards. The off-road-centric model will make its market debut in the first half of 2024 giving new versions of the Toyota Tacoma, Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon stiff competition.
Lexus GX
The off-roading world has been waiting for this one for a long time. The new Lexus GX is a combination of comfort, aggressive styling and off-road prowess. The automaker will start selling the SUV in the first half of 2024.
Acura ZDX
ZDX is Acura's answer to the Honda Prologue. The vehicles will be nearly identical underneath, but the Acura will be sold in a Type S high-performance variant that delivers an estimated 500 horsepower. It can go up to 325 miles without needing a charge. It will be on sale in early 2024.
Infiniti QX80
The Infiniti QX80 is arguably the most important model the automaker has on its roster. The flagship three-row SUV is expected to show a new level of sophistication, propelling Infiniti forward after years of brand story stagnation, with the exception of the QX60 midsize SUV.
BMW X2
BMW's decidedly more SUV-like X2 has already been revealed and run in the Rebelle Rally. In 2024, it comes to North American dealer lots as a massive upgrade on the outgoing X2, thanks in large part to technology, bits and bobs that have already found their home in other BMW models.
Aston Martin Valhalla
Valhalla has been promised for a long time, and 2024 is when the company will finally deliver on its multi-million-dollar hypercar. Aston Martin has designed the car using lesson learned from Formula 1 and Aston's previous Valkyrie supercar, ensuring it is track-ready for the exclusive club of drivers that can afford it.
Toyota 4Runner
The last member of Toyota's off-road universe is expected to get a redo in 2024. It will follow on the heels of the Lexus GX, and Toyota Land Cruiser, Tacoma and Tundra and likely carry over many of the design, drive and handling characteristics. Look for it in the second-half of the year.
Volvo EX90
Volvo's flagship electric SUV will be on sale globally before it comes to North America, but it will arrive at U.S. dealerships in 2024. The SUV will be built alongside the Polestar 3 in South Carolina, and have a range of around 300 miles. Its starting price is a smidge over $76,000, making it far less expensive than the Polestar 3.
Volkswagen ID.Buzz
The all-electric take on Volkswagen's iconic Bus has been sold overseas for years. Americans have been patiently waiting, and the wait is almost over. The retro-inspired model has all the design quirks and coloring of the original, with the company's new-age battery-electric powertrain. Look for it in the second half of 2024.
Mazda CX-70
The new Mazda CX-70 will slot between the smaller CX-50 and larger CX-90 in the company's lineup. It is expected to be a luxe, midsize take on the typical Mazda SUV, which means it should be ergonomically sound, offer a connected drive experience and have a cabin swathed in upscale materials. Mazda is expected to unveil the car early in the year.
Mercedes-AMG CLE 53
AMG combined the C- and E-class to create this high-horsepower machine. The model sports a wide body style and design characteristic that make it look fierce and fast, even while sitting still. First drives and deliveries of the model are coming next year.
Ford Explorer
Ford is expected to update its aging Explorer this spring. The sixth-generation model will get fresh technology and looks, bringing it in line with the rest of the Ford lineup before the next generation comes to market a few years from now.
Hyundai Santa Fe
Hyundai's fresh take on its hot-selling SUV moves the model from mass market good to stylishly interesting. Its boxy shape and baked-in off-road prowess tick many boxes for Americans who simply want a trail-ready SUV that can haul around their family and stuff on pavement during the week.
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