Get ‘em While They’re Not So Hot

Acura ILX

Acura has produced the compact ILX sedan for ten years. Based on the ninth-generation Honda Civic, his ILX debuted in model year 2013 and features driving enthusiast features such as a 201-horsepower engine and manual his transmission. The car was refreshed for 2016 and 2019, and Acura kept the price low enough to attract first-time buyers to the brand.But the automaker decided not long after his ILX was launched for a duller version of the car. but never gained a loyal following. The 2023 Acura Integra is his ILX successor.

Acura NSX

Acura’s second-generation NSX sports car has had a sweet time leading up to its 2016 model launch. By then, Acura had been teasing this car for years, but rich enthusiasts may have moved on to the next big thing.The handcrafted NSX is booming with a muffled sound. The hybrid-powered NSX had a greener approach to high performance and a successful racing career, but was never sold in sustainable numbers. The final vehicles for 2022 all sport the Type S badging, and the more aggressive styling was well-deserved from the start. Acura only built his 350th NSX Type S.

buick encore

The little Buick Encore, dubbed “the shoe” in the halls of General Motors, was a huge sales success. In fact, Encore’s popularity took Buick by surprise. But with its torquey turbocharged engine, available all-wheel drive (AWD), elevated driving position, manageable size, affordability, great practicality and a classy look and feel, the Encore is America’s favorite. consumers of Launched two years ago, the slightly larger Encore GX effectively replaces the original Encore. No one calls Encore GX a “shoe”.

chevrolet spark

Small, affordable and efficient cars like the Chevy Spark once appealed to those seeking a new and reliable means of transportation. But that was then and this is now. Today people don’t want small cars. They want a small SUV. In response to this consumer preference, Chevrolet outfitted the Spark in his SUV outfit and called it the Active, but the ruse didn’t work. That means he can’t buy a new car for less than $15,000 in the US, including destination charges.

ford ecosport

Americans definitely want a small SUV, but the Ford EcoSport isn’t high on their shopping list. Made in India and in many ways uncompetitive, Ford decided to cancel the EcoSport and close the factory that made it, citing its lack of popularity. This model departure makes Ford Maverick’s compact hybrid-powered pickup his truck the most affordable model in the automaker’s lineup. The company is unable to manufacture in sufficient numbers to meet overwhelming demand.

Ford GT

On the other side of Ford’s lineup, GT supercars are also discontinued for 2023. The GT was always meant to be a limited production model and represents the best of Ford’s design and engineering prowess. Like the Acura NSX, the Ford GT won numerous races and attracted positive attention to the company. Yet, as automakers move to an electric future, they are scaling back GT production and focusing resources on the area that matters most to their bottom line: creating electric vehicles (EVs).

Honda Insight

The Honda Insight is a fuel-efficient hybrid sedan based on the tenth-generation Honda Civic. To keep the Insight away from the Civic, the Fuel Sipper received its own styling and dashboard design. However, unlike the original teardrop-shaped his two-seater Insight, this third-gen version was not as insightful. But it was an affordable, efficient, reliable, spacious car with a sense of style. Honda plans to replace the Insight in an upcoming Civic Hybrid model. But this nameplate is too good to be shelved forever, so I wouldn’t be surprised if it ends up on some EV in the future.

modern accent

Indifference to small cars killed the Hyundai Accent. Indeed, this subcompact sedan brimmed with quality and delivered spirited performance. Still, the company’s Venue model resembles his SUV, so while the automaker displays his Accent on the exit door, you can leave it alone. If you’re still interested in this kind of vehicle, check out the 2023 Kia Rio. This is the same car with different styling. Additionally, the Rio has both sedan and hatchback body styles.

hyundai ionic

With the ‘Ioniq’ nameplate becoming a sub-brand in Hyundai’s EV lineup, the automaker is putting the five-door hatchback it’s been wearing since 2017 to rest. Last years the Prius Fighter came with a hybrid or plug-in hybrid powertrain, but before 2022 it had an Ioniq Electric offering up to 170 miles of range depending on the model year. . Hyundai has not replaced the model.

Hyundai Veloster N

Last year, Hyundai canceled the Veloster, a tiny car that always proved difficult to define. Was it a coupe? hatchback? Shooting brake? Whatever you call it, the Veloster had a whimsical style. In 2022, the only version available was his Veloster N. Now it’s disappearing from Hyundai dealerships, serving as another performance-oriented victim of the industry’s accelerating shift to EVs.

Infiniti Q60

Photo: Ron Sessions

Speaking of sporty cars, you can say goodbye to the Infiniti Q60. It’s his 2-door coupé version of the automaker’s Q50 sedan, with the beautiful looks and impressive performance of the Red Sport 400 spec. But people generally don’t want conventional cars. It could be argued that the naming change from the G35 Coupe/G37 Coupe to the Q60 may have alienated Infiniti devotees, but the stylish Q60 is largely a victim of changing consumer tastes.

Lexus RX-L

Some people won’t buy a midsize SUV without a third row of seats. When a Lexus customer gave up on the car-like comfort of his RX and was hesitant to switch to his Toyota 4Runner-based GX for more seating capacity, Lexus stretched to create his RX L. We responded by stuffing his 3rd row into the RX. Lexus canceled his RX L once his redesigned 2023 RX arrived in showrooms.

mercedes benz a class

Photo: Christian Wardlow

With a base price of over $1,000 more than where a leather-clad Honda Accord sells, the tiny Mercedes-Benz A-Class sedan has one signature feature: an emblem on the grille. With front-wheel drive or AWD and a moderately powered turbocharged engine, the A-Class should theoretically attract younger buyers who upgrade to bigger, better and more expensive Mercedes models over time. was. Now the GLA small SUV fills that role.

Nissan Rogue Sport

Rogue Sport has always had an attractive look and price. What was missing was something akin to performance or technical sophistication.The departure of the Rogue Sport left a huge hole in Nissan’s SUV lineup, with a base price between the entry-level Kicks and the much larger Rogue. about $7,000 off. However, the company will almost certainly fill that gap sooner or later, so keep an eye out.

Ram Promaster City

Small commercial vans are fading faster than Kardashian’s spray tan.In recent years, Chevrolet and Nissan have pulled back. Ford and Mercedes-Benz are looking to rescue the segment next year. For 2023, Ram kicks his Fiat-based ProMaster City to the curb. With a quirky sense of style, his ProMaster had a personality notoriously lacking in the car segment. But Ram’s focus is on electrifying commercial vans rather than serving a shrinking buyer base, so if you want a ProMaster City, get it while it’s still available.

toyota avalon

There was a time when a Toyota Avalon made sense. However, that era has passed, and the next-generation Camry will become larger and become a full-fledged rival to the Honda Accord. However, when Avalon is gone, new cars will appear in its place. What is the successor to the Toyota Avalon? An all-new high-riding 2023 Toyota Crown, with a name that should appeal to those who enjoy the British tradition of hybrid power, AWD, and high tea.

Volkswagen Passat

Speaking of royalty, “Another bites the dust,” as Queen sang decades ago. Volkswagen is leaving behind the surprisingly roomy Jetta and the essentially invisible Arteon to serve customers who want a four-door VW that isn’t an SUV or a hot hatch, leaving behind the long-running Passat midsize family sedan. officially abolished. Both choices are attractive, especially his Arteon, which offers many of his SUV’s features in a more efficient, fun-to-drive and stylish package.

The source of this article is the car manufacturer. Accurate as of December 7, 2022, but may have changed after that date. Always check the automaker’s website or your local dealer for product details and availability.