The coolest cars we saw at the New York auto show, from a sleek electric Hyundai to an all-terrain Lamborghini

The coolest cars we saw at the New York auto show, from a sleek electric Hyundai to an all-terrain Lamborghini
  • Car companies trotted out their latest and greatest vehicles at the 2023 New York auto show.

  • We saw plenty of sleek electric cars, battery-powered pickup trucks, and powerful muscle cars.

  • These were 12 models that stood out.

From an electric truck to the sleek new Toyota Prius, these were the coolest rides we saw at this year's New York International Auto Show.

A close-up shot of the 2024 Ram 1500 REV pickup truck against a blue background.
The 2024 Ram 1500 REV.Tim Levin/Insider

Ram showed off the 1500 REV, its first battery-powered pickup.

A wide shot of a blue 2024 Ram 1500 REV electric pickup truck at the New York auto show.
The 2024 Ram 1500 REV.Tim Levin/Insider

The truck throws down the gauntlet with some impressive stats: up to 500 miles of range, 0-60 mph in 4.4 seconds, and 654 horsepower.

The black and silver wheel of the 2024 Ram 1500 REV electric pickup truck.
The 2024 Ram 1500 REV.Tim Levin/Insider

Plus, you get a big front trunk.

A photo of the open front trunk of the 2024 Ram 1500 REV electric pickup truck.
The 2024 Ram 1500 REV.Tim Levin/Insider

The Ram REV hits the market in 2024.

The interior of the 2024 Ram 1500 REV, including three screens and a steering wheel.
The 2024 Ram 1500 REV.Tim Levin/Insider

Read more: We got an up-close look at the Ram 1500 REV, an electric truck with a 500-mile range set to take on the F-150 Lightning and Cybertruck

Chevrolet brought a whole slew of future electric models, including the Blazer EV.

A red Chevrolet Blazer EV SUV sits at the New York auto show.
The Chevrolet Blazer EV.Tim Levin/Insider

The sleek SUV will start at around $45,000 and offer up to 320 miles of range.

A close-up photo of the front wheel and charging port of a red Chevrolet Blazer EV.
The Chevrolet Blazer EV.Tim Levin/Insider

Read more: Chevrolet unveils $45,000 electric Blazer with up to 320 miles of range to take on Ford's popular Mustang Mach-E

We also caught a glimpse of the Equinox EV, Chevy's future bargain-bin model that it says will start at $30,000.

A blue Chevrolet Equinox EV SUV.
The Chevrolet Equinox EV.Tim Levin/Insider

It goes on sale this fall, but the cheapest model won't be available until 2024.

A blue Chevrolet Equinox EV SUV is seen in profile.
The Chevrolet Equinox EV.Tim Levin/Insider

Ford trotted out the mean-looking Mustang Dark Horse, a high-performance, track-oriented version of its iconic muscle car.

The Ford Mustang Dark Horse muscle car in dark blue against a dark backdrop.
The Ford Mustang Dark Horse.Tim Levin/Insider

Read more: Ford's new Mustang has crisp looks and a feature that lets you rev the engine from outside the car

The Dark Horse gets carbon-fiber wheels, a dramatic spoiler, and a 5.0-liter V8 engine targeting 500 horsepower.

The rear of the Ford Mustang Dark Horse muscle car, featuring a black spoiler attached to the trunk.
The Ford Mustang Dark Horse.Tim Levin/Insider

Read more: I drove Toyota's first real Tesla rival, the $52,000 bZ4X, and found one glaring flaw. Take a tour of the electric SUV.

Speaking of souped-up muscle cars, Dodge showed off the Challenger SRT Demon 170, its absurdly powerful farewell to the current Challenger model.

A silver Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 is seen from the front, with other cars in the background.
The Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170.Tim Levin/Insider

Read more: Dodge says goodbye to gas-powered muscle cars with a $96,666 Challenger boasting outrageous horsepower and 'horrible' fuel economy

The SRT Demon 170 costs an evil $96,666 and cranks out more than 1,000 horsepower, according to the brand.

The rear brake lights light up in red on the silver Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170.
The Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170.Tim Levin/Insider

The 3,000-unit limited-edition model comes as Dodge looks to electrify its lineup.

A small silver badge depicting a demon's head on the front fender of the Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170.
The Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170.Tim Levin/Insider

The brand's electric Charger Daytona SRT concept offers a preview of what that gas-free future will look like.

A red Dodge Charger Daytona SRT concept muscle car.
The Dodge Charger Daytona SRT concept.Tim Levin/Insider

The sleek coupe retains all the drama of Dodge's growling gas vehicles.

A red Dodge Charger Daytona SRT concept, seen from the front.
The Dodge Charger Daytona SRT concept.Tim Levin/Insider

Read more: Dodge just unveiled its electric muscle car concept with an exhaust system that mimics the roar of a 797-horsepower Hellcat. Take a look at the Charger Daytona SRT.

It has a multi-speed transmission (highly unusual in EVs), a loud fake exhaust, and all-around performance that beats Dodge's famed SRT Hellcat V8 engine.

The intricate wheel rim of the Dodge Charger Daytona SRT concept.
The Dodge Charger Daytona SRT concept.Tim Levin/Insider

Kia debuted the US version of the EV9, a delightfully chunky electric SUV hitting streets later in 2023.

The Kia EV9 boxy, light-colored SUV is shown with lights in the background.
The Kia EV9.Tim Levin/Insider

Read more: Kia unveiled a futuristic family SUV with 300 miles of range and room for 7 — see the EV9

It offers up a sleek cabin, seating for up to seven people, and up to 300 miles of estimated range.

The interior of the Kia EV9 electric SUV is shown, as seen from the passenger side door.
The Kia EV9.Tim Levin/Insider

Kia hasn't announced pricing yet.

The front of the Kia EV9.
The Kia EV9.Tim Levin/Insider

Lexus is a bit late to the EV game, but it's arrived with the RZ450e.

A blue Lexus RZ450e SUV.
The Lexus RZ450e.Tim Levin/Insider

The brand's first EV provides a comfy cabin but a disappointing 220 miles of EPA-estimated range. It costs around $60,000 to start.

A blue Lexus RZ450e on a wood floor, with a large LED screen in the background reading "experience amazing."
The Lexus RZ450e.Tim Levin/Insider

The expo was teeming with new and exciting electric cars, so here's another one: Hyundai's Ioniq 6.

A silver Hyundai Ioniq 6 Sedan illuminated on a carpeted floor at the New York auto show.
The Hyundai Ioniq 6.Tim Levin/Insider

Read more: Hyundai's low-cost, long-range sedan is shaping up to be a major pain for Elon Musk

The striking, streamlined sedan will offer up to 361 miles of range, beating out Tesla's Model 3.

A red strip of brake light across the rear of the Hyundai Ioniq 6 sedan is shown up close
The Hyundai Ioniq 6.Tim Levin/Insider

A base model costs $41,600.

A dark gray steering wheel inside Hyundai Ioniq 6 car with two screens behind it.
The Hyundai Ioniq 6.Tim Levin/Insider

Hyundai also previewed a future model from its high-end Genesis brand by rolling out the GV80 Coupe concept.

An orange Genesis GV80 Coupe concept SUV shown from the front, with a red backdrop.
The Genesis GV80 Coupe concept.Tim Levin/Insider

Genesis says the sporty-looking SUV hints at more "performance-oriented models."

An orange Genesis GV80 Coupe Concept SUV on a white floor.
The Genesis GV80 Coupe Concept.Tim Levin/Insider

The Prius has come a long way from its egg-shaped beginnings.

A silver 2024 Toyota Prius viewed from the front.
The Toyota Prius.Tim Levin/Insider

Read more: Toyota's sleeker, quicker Prius will cost $27,450. See the new-and-improved hybrid here.

More streamlined than ever before, the next-generation hybrid is a stunner.

A silver Toyota Prius.
The Toyota Prius.Tim Levin/Insider

Plus, it offers better performance and, importantly, fuel economy than the outgoing model.

A silver Toyota Prius, viewed from the rear in close up.
The Toyota Prius.Tim Levin/Insider

We save the best — or at least the most aspirational — for last.

A shiny, green Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato.
The Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato.Tim Levin/Insider

This is Lamborghini's Huracan Sterrato, which the brand calls "the first all-terrain super sports car." It rides 1.7 inches higher than a regular Huracan.

The nose of the shiny, green Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato, with V-shaped headlights illuminated.
The Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato.Tim Levin/Insider

It has knobby tires, protective cladding, and extra lights up front. And, since this is a Lambo after all, the Huracan Sterrato has 602 horsepower and can can hit 60 mph in 3.5 seconds, the brand claims.

The rear wheel of the Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato, including a knobby off-road tire and plastic cladding.
The Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato.Tim Levin/Insider

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