The Best and the Worst at 2025 New York International Auto Show

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Best of the Show

1. Genesis X Gran Equator Concept

   • A futuristic luxury off-roader with a sci-fi design, two-tone interior, and rugged features like grippy tires and a minimalist dashboard. Critics praised its bold vision, calling it the "car of the show" 235.

2. 2026 Hyundai Palisade

   • Redesigned with a boxier exterior, hybrid powertrain (329 hp, 30+ mpg), and tech upgrades like a UV-sanitized wireless charger. Editors hailed it as a "winner" for families 39.

3. Lucid Gravity

   • The three-row electric SUV impressed with 450 miles of range, 400 kW fast charging (200 miles in 11 minutes), and a frunk converted into a "love seat." A standout for EV innovation 25.

4. Toyota GR Supra Final Edition

   • A swan song for the Supra, featuring matte black wheels, carbon fiber accents, and retuned suspension. A hit among performance enthusiasts 37.

5. Kia K4 Hatchback

   • Revitalizing the shrinking hatchback segment, it offered sleek styling, 60 cu-ft cargo space, and premium features like a 360-degree camera. Editors unanimously called it a "winner" 39.

6. Subaru Trailseeker

   • Subaru’s second EV, with wagon-like utility, 260+ miles of range, and 4.4-second 0-60 mph acceleration. Seen as a more compelling alternative to the Solterra 59.

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Worst of the Show

1. Kia EV4

   • Panned for its awkward wedge shape, cramped backseat, and uninspired interior. Critics deemed it "the wrong vehicle at the wrong time" amid cooling EV demand 49.

2. Subaru Solterra

   • Despite range upgrades (285 miles), it was overshadowed by the Trailseeker. Called "mediocre" with lackluster charging speeds and bland styling 39.

3. Ford Bronco Stroppe Edition

   • While visually striking, some questioned its practicality as a desert-racer homage, calling it a "silly" trim for a family SUV 29.

4. Fiat Topolino

   • An adorable electric quadricycle, but its Europe-only status left U.S. attendees disappointed 25.

5. Chevy Corvette ZR1’s Hypercar Ambitions

   • Though powerful (1,064 hp), its hypercar pricing and niche appeal raised eyebrows about its real-world relevance 24.

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Notable Mentions

• Bentley Continental GTC First Edition: A gorgeous hybrid convertible with 771 hp, though overshadowed by more innovative debuts 2.

• Volkswagen Tiguan SEL R-Line Turbo: A sporty 268-hp variant, but criticized for late arrival (2026 model year) 34.