ON THE ROAD

THE LUXURY SEDAN

2022 Mercedes-Maybach S 680 4MATIC

The new 2022 Mercedes-Maybach S680 4MATIC sedan is the ultimate in stealth luxury and showcases distinctive features such as a front bumper and radiator grill adorned with Maybach lettering. mbusa.com

THE CONVERTIBLE

2022 BMW M4 Convertible

The new BMW open-top, four-seater M4 convertible delivers an alluring design, luxurious finishes and everyday usability along with being the first of its kind to offer xDrive all-wheel drive. The insulated soft top lowers in 18 seconds at speeds up to 31 mph, adding to this perfect mix of ingredients for performance and comfort.

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CARS

On the Road

Whether going for a ride on the open road, taking the kids to school or heading to the office, these new cars are the paramount of luxury and safety

BY NATASHA WOLFF

THE SUV

2022 Infiniti QX60

Infiniti’s new mid-size three-row QX60 SUV boasts a 295-horsepower V6 engine, all-new nine-speed automatic transmission, wireless Apple CarPlay, digital piano key lighting and full-color HD screens throughout. The redesigned premium interiors are luxurious and comfortable for both driver and passengers, and special features include front-row seats available with massage technology. infinitiusa.com Ushering in a new era of luxury, Lexus is embracing electrification, intuitive technology, performance and design with its new NX 450h+ plug-in hybrid electric vehicle. With a manufacturer-estimated 36-mile range on electric power only, made possible by the newly developed, highcapacity lithium ion battery, the all-new four-door model also showcases the new Lexus Interface multimedia system. lexus.com

THE UBER LUXE HYBRID

2022 Bentley Flying Spur Hybrid

Bentley’s 2022 Flying Spur Hybrid four-door model is the brand’s second hybridized car to hit the market (the first was the Bentayga) and demonstrates that hybridization does not compromise luxury or performance. With an imperceptible blend between the internal combustion 2.9-liter V6 engine and advanced electric motor, a refined, luxurious and intuitive driving experience is always on offer. bentleymotors.com

THE HYBRID

2022 Lexus NX 450H+

THE SPORTS CAR

2022 Jaguar F-Type P450

Jaguar’s new F-Type P450 is offered exclusively with supercharged V8 engines, making it the benchmark for driverfocused sports cars. The interior pairs the brand’s craftsmanship with rich materials like Windsor leather and satin-finish Noble chrome. Details include monogram stitch patterns in the seats and door trims, Jaguar Leaper motifs in the headrests and other subtle brand markings. jaguarusa.com

Out of the Blue

Rolls-Royce breaks the mold with its newest over-the-top convertible, the Boat Tail. Inspired and put into production following a client’s commission, the nautical-themed automobile turns heads with its blue hue. The English-built, four-seat convertible boasts the finest things life has to offer: a dual Champagne cooler specifically designed to fit bottles of Armand de Brignac Champagne, a set of Christofle of Paris silverware and, naturally, a parasol that slots into the rear of the Boat Tail to provide extra shade—under which to enjoy your bubbles and caviar. “Boat Tail is the culmination of collaboration, ambition, endeavor and time,” says the brand’s CEO, Torsten Müller-Ötvös. “It was born from a desire to celebrate success and create a lasting legacy. In its remarkable realization, Rolls-Royce Boat Tail forges a pivotal moment in our marque’s history and in the contemporary luxury landscape.”

THE 4X4

2022 Land Rover Defender

The 2022 Land Rover Defender V8 is the fastest and most powerful Defender in brand history, building on the rugged 4x4’s outstanding capability while delivering new levels of performance. “Fast and fun to drive, it represents the pinnacle of the Defender family and is as rewarding on the road as it is capable off it,” says the brand’s chief product engineer, David

Hemming. landroverusa.com

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The Electrics

2023 Cadillac Lyriq

Cadillac’s first foray into electric models comes in the form of this sleek crossover vehicle. With a range of 300 miles, the Lyriq boasts techy features like hands-free driving, remote self-parking whether you are inside or outside the vehicle and a sound system that reduces road noise and transforms in-vehicle sound. cadillac.com

2022 Audi e-tron GT

The Audi e-tron GT four-door sedan uses 100 percent eco-electricity and joins the carmaker’s e-tron and e-tron Sportback in its fully electric portfolio—to be followed by the Q4 e-tron and Q4 Sportback e-tron later this year. The brand seeks to have the largest offering of electric vehicles of any luxury automaker in the U.S by year’s end.

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2022 Volvo C40 Recharge

The 2022 Volvo C40 Recharge is the company’s first car ever to only be offered as an EV, with no gas variant. It has all the benefits of an SUV (think all-wheel drive) but with a lower, sleeker design. The C40 Recharge comes with one of the best infotainment systems on the market, jointly developed with Google and based on the Android operating system to provide Google apps and services built-in. volvocars.com