- Alright, you know how when you played Runescape,
you'd always get super into it,
and then you'd stop playing for a bit.
Then, you'd go hop back into it.
And, then there's just a bunch of updates,
weapons that are new,
skills that you don't even know how to train or work on.
I feel like cars are kind of like that.
2022 is a crazy year already.
It's exciting.
It's scary, to be honest.
I don't really know what the fuck is going on
at any point in time,
because I'm pretty disconnected
from the world except for cars,
which is exactly why we're going to talk
about some exciting things in 2022 for cars,
because this is a big update,
and I don't want you to be out of the loop at all.
There's the good, the bad, and then the ugly.
I feel like this year
is really the last year for gas sports cars.
And, they're kind of going all out
before everything turns into...
Electric, alright?
I said it, but we don't gotta talk about that right now.
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Alright,
we got a decent amount of cars to mentions,
so I'll be pistol whipping through them pretty quick.
I'll try to touch on horsepower, rough cost,
and any cool or neat features,
or I'll just tell you that I think it sucks if it sucks.
So, starting out with a car that is kind of getting a pass,
'cause it's already out,
but has some new things coming as the Hyundai Elantra N.
The 2022 Elantra N has kind of skirted under the radar
and not a lot of enthusiasts have been talking about it.
Maybe because the front end looks
like a base model Silverado with the black front bumper.
I don't know, looks kinda weird to me,
but this thing is pushing out 276 horsepower
in a two liter turbo, four cylinder,
along with 289 torque.
In a damn Elantra.
Are you trying to hurt feelings
by smoking someone in a damn Elantra?
Then, this might be for you.
It has a variable exhaust valve system,
so you can go in on your little touch screen
and change how your exhaust sounds
with the boops, and the bops, and the crackles,
and the pops.
You know what I'm saying?
Kind of sounds cool.
Kind of sounds like farts.
I don't know.
You decide on that one.
Looks like starting price for this thing is $31,900.
So, if you're down to clown in an Elantra,
at least get the N.
I'd probably just scoop the Veloster. but, anyway.
Next up we have the Nissan Z,
this is a crowd favorite.
Nissan made the 370 Z for like 13 years,
and they were finally like, alright, guys,
I think it's time we make another enthusiast driven car.
That means it's made for people like you
and people like me.
Coming in at nine speed automatic
or a six speed manual,
the new Z threw a strong right hook at the Supra,
but it not only offering a manual,
but coming with a 400 horsepower twin turbo, three liter V6.
But, that ain't it.
It's the first Z car to ever have launch control.
And, it's going to come with a mechanical
limited slip differential.
Technical specs aside, she's a looker, alright?
This car has timeless design from the Z cars
throughout the entire thing.
But, at the same time, is a very blank slate
that gives enthusiasts an open canvas
to make something unique,
and begs for aftermarket parts.
I'm excited to see people start digging into these things.
Current estimated price for this
is starting at around 40,000, but, again,
that's estimation,
which in my opinion would be a steal.
However, you can expect dealer markups at launch,
like we've seen with other cars,
and I'm not sure how tricky it will actually be
to get your hands on one.
I'm trying to stay optimistic though, alright?
Please, someone buy one and just give me a ride.
I'm really excited.
This one is one of the ones I'm most excited for.
Alright, Suby gang, where you at?
The new WRX is out and about,
and with Subaru officially announcing there will be no STI,
this is what you get.
You get another boxer engine,
this time featuring a twin scroll turbo charger,
which should help with some of the low end torque
and boost response.
It's a 2.4 liter and makes 271 horsepower with 258 torque,
less than the damn Elantra,
but comes in a bit cheaper than the Hyundai,
starting at 29,105.
That's a weird starting number.
Thanks Subaru for trying to take my lunch money
by tacking on the extra five bucks.
However, one thing I learned doing some research on this,
there is an available GT trim,
the Subaru WRX GT.
They just keep adding letters.
This comes with Recaro seats, which is exciting.
And, I really like how they look.
It also has electronic adjustable dampers
and 18 inch alloy wheels.
That part, I really could care less about,
because we both know we're tearing
that (censored) out anyway.
So, it's not really worth the price hike.
It does also feature a nicer audio system, but...
Okay, great?
Okay, it's time to get the elephant out of the room.
This thing's ugly as (censored).
Literally looks like a WRX and a Crosstrek had an ugly baby.
The plastic fender arches are gross.
And, the 20 inch TV that they tried to shove in the dash
already looks outdated.
That's the problem with these huge touch screens
coming in some of these newer cars,
they get outdated so fast.
Look at your phone from three years ago.
The thing might as well have dial up internet.
To end this one though,
I have seen a few new owners of this car
say they absolutely love it.
And, it's a fantastic car.
For me, I'm gonna pass.
I'll let you decide if you want the ugly baby Crosstrek.
That's up to you.
On a better note, the Toyota Corolla GR,
Toyota hinted this car in an ad not long ago,
where it featured the Supra and the new 86.
And, right at the end, they said they need a third GR car
to have a flying V formation.
Then, rather than teasing it for six months
like everyone else,
they just announced it right away.
It was amazing.
Just like boom, bada bing, bop, it's out.
Thank you, Toyota.
We appreciate that.
The GR Corolla might be the car I'm most excited for,
even above the Z.
It's featuring an inline three cylinder, yep, three,
count 'em, 1, 2, 3.
That's 1.6 liters
and pushes out a damn impressive 300 horsepower
with 273 torque,
and pairs with a six speed manual transmission.
And, it's all wheel drive.
This thing's rowdy, not to mention it's sexy.
If you can't tell or don't know me at all,
I'm a big, hot hatch guy.
And, I feel like this is the king of hot hatches.
So, I'm just excited, alright?
I'm sorry.
There's talks of multiple editions
like the circuit edition,
featuring exclusive colors in a forged carbon fiber roof.
What the (censored)?
And, some other goodies.
Price is still being speculated,
but I'm sure it will be in the ballpark
of around 30 to 40,000 bucks,
depending on what options you go with
changes things up a little bit,
but don't hold me to that though.
I'm not 100% sure.
Like we talked about with the Z, expect dealer markups,
and the shit to be like trying to buy a PS5.
Besides that, I couldn't be more excited.
Can't wait to see this thing.
Sticking with Toyota, they also drop the GR86,
like we just talked about before in the commercial.
You seen it was really funny.
Anyways, getting to see a bunch of these modified
up at SEMA,
I really fell in love with how these cars look.
Now, I know we are all hoping for a bit of forced induction
with some wirly boys, air blenders, turb skis,
whatever you want to call it.
But, this is featuring a slightly more powerful
2.4 liter, four cylinder, naturally ass boxer engine
that pushes 228 horsepower and 184 torque,
with a manual or auto transmission.
On Toyota's website,
it says, if you purchase one,
you get a complimentary one year NASA membership.
And, I immediately looked at that,
like I'm going to (censored) space.
So, I got a little bit stoked,
but after doing some late night work
and talking to a few bad people in dark alleys,
I came to the conclusion
that stands for National Auto Sport Association.
So, no, you don't get to go to space.
Thanks for churching that one up Toyota.
This NASA is even quoted saying,
we're the race guys, not the space guys.
Yeah, no (censored).
You guys couldn't come up with anything else
besides (censored) NASA as your name?
Anyways, you're basically getting a free track day
which is kind of neat.
They offered this with a Supra as well,
and probably gonna offer it with the Corolla.
Just remember, not space.
I think that's Tesla.
Now, the 86 also has a slightly higher trim level.
The premium, which comes with 18 inch wheels
with Michelin pilot sport four tires,
and color match duck bill spoiler
for an additional three grand.
I don't know if that's really worth it.
Maybe it is to you,
but the base GR 86 starts at 27.7k,
and premium comes in at 30.3k.
This is a driver's car.
And, I think it's a good upgrade
from the last gen 86 platform.
Yo, Honda, what you doing?
Honda!
Hey, don't you see all these other companies
doing wild stuff?
Don't you have anything?
Oh, the new Civic Si.
Yeah, so the civic SI got a new look.
In my opinion, it looks like they took
all the sport out of the car.
The tension was so damn angular and aggressive looking.
This looks like smooth SpongeBob.
Neary, put up a picture of regular SpongeBob
with the 10th gen Si,
then smooth SpongeBob with the new Si.
That's the best way to describe it.
The interior has a head unit
that looks like it was just glued to the top of the dash
and then a vent that goes across the entire car
that looks stupid as hell.
I was pissed about this car right away.
Now, I'm even more pissed.
I went to Honda's website to check out some info
and I found there's two trends of the Si,
the Si and the Si HPT
I was like, whoa, that's weird.
The Si has always kind of been the highest trim level
besides the type R,
so I did some more digging for you guys.
And, I went through a (censored) mile of info
on key features between the two
just to find out HPT stands for high performance tires.
And, the only difference is one comes with all seasons
and one comes with summer tires.
Are you (censored) my dick?
They made a separate trim for summer tires.
Okay, Honda, you're really losing me here.
The Si starts at 27,300 and the Si HPT, 27,500.
So, 200 bucks more.
I don't, I don't know.
It's a 1.5 layer turbocharge four cylinder
that makes 200 horse,
which so far is the lowest on the list.
I don't have a lot to say on this.
I seen it at SEMA in person.
It's literally just as boring.
Now, there could be a saving grace here.
The type R is being shown.
It's setting new records.
They have a few images of it out in a short video,
but the rest is really vague and mostly speculation.
Honda, you have the opportunity to save this.
Don't mess this up.
If there is a type R HPT, I'm done.
I'm calling it.
No more, no more Honda.
Speaking of disappointments, the Acura Integra
is also coming out.
Now, I'm not sure if this really is a bad car.
And, I think when the rumors came out about the Integra,
my nostalgia was in full force,
and I was expecting a dope ass coop.
I think most of us were.
We got a very regular looking sedan.
Historically, what my boy Dug B said was,
the Integra is just the nicer Civic.
It was back then and is now.
The problem is there's some absolute heaters
coming out for enthusiast cars.
And, I think Honda slash Acura
is targeting the general consumer
rather than the enthusiasts.
This also features a 1.5 liter turbocharged inline four.
So, quite literally,
it's just a third trim level to the Civic Si.
It'll be offered in manual and automatic which is exciting.
I'm glad they did a manual.
I think maybe when I see a few of these begged or done up,
I might enjoy them a bit more.
But, what are your thoughts on this one?
I want to hear.
Comment below on the new Integra.
Are you liking it? You not liking it?
It's a tough one to feel out.
This is another one
I don't think has gotten enough attention, needs more.
The domestic car that rivals the Supra and the Nissan Z,
the Cadillac CT 4B Black Wing.
It even sounds badass.
Starting at 58,995, it's a bit pricey,
but in that similar territory to the Supra,
except you get a twin turbocharge V6.
I gotta scroll back a little bit.
With 476 horsepower and 445 torque,
except Papa Caddy knew what you wanted too.
It's also offered in a 10 speed automatic
or a six speed manual.
Bro, these things actually look damn good too.
And, they can come with a carbon fiber package.
When was Cadillac so in tune with me
and am I getting older or is Caddy my new daddy.
And, magnetic ride control, Brembo breaks,
this thing comes with everything good.
God damn.
Now, it's one of those more expensive cars on the list,
but for good reason,
plus once we get some used ones
with good old depreciation to 'em,
these will be really exciting to get into.
Now, if you don't want a Sedan,
you have even more money just burning a hole in your pocket,
like we all do,
right?
I don't.
The new Chevy C8 ZO6, beast of a car.
It will be out in about.
Now, there is no confirmed price yet,
but this is by far the most expensive car on the list,
going into the six digits.
I just thought it'd be cool to touch on.
670 ponies that make it the most powerful
naturally ass V8 ever.
That is insane out of a naturally aspirated V8.
God damn.
This thing also sounds amazing.
Revving out to 8,600 RPM, it screams, but don't worry.
It didn't lose its Corvette heritage.
It can come with a custom luggage set
with 70th anniversary badging.
Now, we just need the new balance in Corvette collab,
or some 70th anniversary jorts.
Chevy, if you need new ideas, I'm right here.
Let's talk a little bit.
We also did a video of our reaction to the ZO6
which you can check out if you want more info on that.
Alright, there's also a bit of a rumor going around
about the manual Supra,
even though there has been a rumor
since the day it was announced, but...
Alright, alright, alright, that did not age well.
Toyota just announced today,
not too long after this video goes up,
that there is a manual transmission
coming for the Supra, it's confirmed.
No more rumors.
Toyota said we're freaking doing it.
And, they really screwed me, 'cause I bought the auto,
but I'm not gonna trade my auto in for the manual.
The auto's faster,
plus dealership markups
and the availability of this thing
will probably be psychotic.
However, I am excited for the car community
to finally get the manual Supra they wanted
and they deserved.
So, there's that.
What car are you most excited for?
Any that I should have talked about?
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We'll talk to you guys later.
I'm sweaty now.
Sorry, I'm sweaty, excited, kinda both.