Well, 2023 has been a rather eventful year for the automotive world, with plenty of new cars gracing the roads and our garage at Autocar. As always, we’ve put these machines through their paces to bring you the definitive list of the best cars we’ve lived with this year.
First up, let’s talk about the Porsche 911 GT3. This car is an absolute beast on the track, with its raucous naturally aspirated engine and razor-sharp handling. It’s not the most comfortable car for daily driving, but boy does it make up for it when you put your foot down on the open road. The GT3 is a proper driver’s car, and it’s easy to see why it’s one of the best cars we’ve lived with this year.
Next, we have the BMW M5 Competition. This German brute is a true wolf in sheep’s clothing, with its understated looks hiding a 617bhp twin-turbo V8 engine. It’s immensely powerful, but it’s also surprisingly refined and comfortable for long journeys. The M5 Competition is the perfect blend of performance and luxury, and it’s definitely a car that we’ve thoroughly enjoyed living with.
Then there’s the Tesla Model S Plaid. This electric sedan has completely blown us away with its mind-boggling acceleration and cutting-edge technology. The Model S Plaid feels like the future of motoring, with its ludicrous straight-line speed and advanced semi-autonomous driving features. It may not have the traditional exhaust note or the visceral driving experience of a petrol-powered car, but there’s no denying that the Model S Plaid is one of the best cars we’ve lived with this year.
Last but certainly not least, we have the Land Rover Defender. This iconic off-roader has been reimagined for the modern age, and it’s been a joy to live with. The Defender’s rugged, go-anywhere attitude is backed up by a comfortable and well-appointed interior, making it a versatile and capable daily driver. Whether it’s navigating city streets or tackling the great outdoors, the Defender has proven itself to be one of the best cars we’ve lived with this year.
So there you have it, the best cars Autocar has lived with in 2023. It’s been a year filled with incredible machines, and we can’t wait to see what the future holds for the automotive industry. Cheers to another year of thrilling drives and unforgettable experiences behind the wheel.