Autocar magazine 8 June 2022: on sale now
This week: Lotus Emira vs Porsche 718 Cayman GTS, new Toyota MR2 and more
The Lotus Emira is finally ready to hit the road.
This supercharged V6 sports car is aiming to be the king of the B-road, and to do that it has beat a staple of the sector - the Porsche 718 Cayman GTS. Can it outclass this legendary coupe?
Find out in the newest issue of Autocar - on sale now.
*News*
Toyota and Lexus want to make the EV future an exciting one, with a revival of the MR2 and the return of the LFA on the cards, proving that EVs don’t have to be boring.
Meanwhile, the new Mercedes-Benz GLC has been revealed. With revamped styling and new technology throughout, can it take the fight to the Audi Q5?
We also take a look at the new Cupra UrbanRebel and the upcoming EV version of the Ineos Grenadier, and we investigate whether used car retailers are cutting corners in inspections.
*Reviews*
Weissman has finally made a return. You might not have heard of this German sports car manufacturer, but their new EV roadster - the Project Thunderball - has made them one to keep an eye on. Is it as good to drive as it is to look at?
Elsewhere, we drive the Genesis Electrified G80, a luxury saloon to rival the Mercedes-Benz EQS. Will it put Genesis on the map?
We also try the Toyota GR Supra Manual, the BMW X3 M Competition and the DS 4 PHEV, while the Mercedes-AMG EQS 53 4Matic+ takes on the Autocar road test.
*Features*
The Lotus Emira and Porsche 718 Cayman GTS are both excellent in their own right, but both come with a hefty pricetag - surely there’s got to be a way into mid-engined motoring for less? Well, it turns out that there are many options on the used market - John Evans guides us through some of the best buys.
Many people praise electric vehicles as the solution to all of our climate problems. However, are they really a viable alternative to ICE cars in the long term? Jim Holder sat down with Gill Pratt, the head of the Toyota Research Institute, to hear his take on it.
Ever wondered what happens to a police car when it goes out of service? They turn into used car bargains, that’s what. John Evans looks at the best way to pick up a used cruiser.
*Opinions*
Matt Prior wonders what’s next for Jaguar, while Damien Smith looks back on another thrilling Indianapolis 500.
Elsewhere, Steve Cropley takes on classic trials with a British champion, and explains the one key flaw of the otherwise excellent Kia EV6.
*Used cars*
The Toyota RAV4 heads up our used section this week, starring alongside the Citroen C6 and the Daihatsu Sirion.
Meanwhile, the Mazda MX-5 is this week’s cult hero, while the Lexus LS is our nearly-new pick of the bunch.
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