Top Five Coupé Cars of 2022

A category that was favored by the vast majority of consumers during the years of the last century is no longer able today to justify its presence in the market or within the range of its brand models, and the reason is the SUV vehicles that are now occupying the scene, but despite that, the coupe cars remain with their charming lines And its sporty character an excellent choice, as it may not enjoy the same levels of practicality that are available to the SUV, but it is able to withstand a long time for its owner as an attractive car that reflects high levels of elegance for years and years.

BMW M440i     

Although it shares much of its interior and chassis with the 3-Series sedan, the 2022 BMW 4 Series doesn't go unnoticed on the road, and that's not necessarily a positive thing, as the attention paid here may not be because The attractiveness of the car, perhaps even because of its controversial grille that resembles a cartoon character. Regardless of the design, the 4 Series competes with other German luxury cars such as the Mercedes C-Class and Audi A5.

For 2022, BMW hasn't made any major changes to the 4 Series Coupe or its convertible sibling, but there are a few small changes worth mentioning. The M440i high-powered coupe is now available with rear-wheel drive, with all trim now standard with ambient interior lighting, while the optional Premium Package now includes lumbar support, a head-up display and gesture controls for the in-vehicle infotainment system.

The BMW M440i is powered by a 3.0-liter turbocharged six-cylinder engine that gains the help of a 48-volt hybrid system to generate 382 horsepower. The 4 Series delivers a sportier driving experience, thanks to a retuned suspension, more aggressive steering calibration, a wider rear track and lower center of gravity than the 3 Series sedan.

Infiniti Q60 300 hp

It is clear that the Infiniti Q60 came at an unforgiving time for any type of mid-size coupe in the market, as it has the task of facing cars from long-established brands such as the Audi A5 and BMW 4 Series.

However, despite the great task before it, the Q60 was able to prove its feet well thanks to its beautiful exterior lines, high levels of luxury inside the cabin, high reliability, and various equipment needed by the third-millennium generation in its car.

On the mechanical side, the Q60 is powered by either a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder with 205 hp or a twin-turbo 3.0-liter six-cylinder with 400 hp. The 3.0T drives all four wheels, and the rear axle can potentially receive up to all of the engine's torque in pursuit of agile maneuverability. Both models get a drive mode selector, and the six-cylinder model has electronic adjustable dampers.

Porsche 718 Cayman S 

The Porsche 718 Cayman is a mid-engine car with expertly tuned suspension designed to give the driver exhilarating driving behavior, buyers can choose from a flat four or flat six-cylinder engine.

While the Cayman is more expensive than rival Corvette and Supra, for example, the car's unique personality and Porsche brand image are enough to justify the higher cost.

Porsche offers a variety of powerful engines for Cayman. The base model comes with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with a turbocharger that produces 300 horsepower. The Cayman S-Class has a 2.5-liter engine that produces 350 horsepower. While the four cylinders provide excellent acceleration, the 4.0-liter flat-six engine with a capacity of 394 hp provides a racing-like driving experience in terms of performance with high levels of practicality that allows the driver to use the car daily without any problems.

Audi S5   

The 2022 Audi S5 Coupe is the next step in performance after the less powerful A5 model. The S5 ditches the 261-horsepower four-cylinder turbo engine and replaces it with a 349-horsepower turbocharged V6. High sports performance is the main difference that sets the S5 apart from the A5, but that distinction definitely comes at a higher price tag.

The cabin of the new S5 also comes with plenty of horizontal lines, including an air-conditioning duct that runs the length of the dashboard. Also, there is the versatile three-spoke steering wheel with manual gearshift paddles for automatic gearing.

Of course, the meticulous care of the smallest details, the adoption of high-quality soft-touch components in many places in the cabin, as well as the interference of high-quality types of leather and other materials such as aluminum, chrome and various color options, and the interior lighting that adds a romantic touch to the interior, with the possibility of choosing between 30 different shades of colors.

Chevrolet Camaro 

The 2022 Chevrolet Camaro Coupe is all about pure, simple driving pleasure. Aside from the completely disheveled exterior view and cramped rear seats, handling is nimble and the ride is remarkably smooth. The 275-horsepower turbo four-cylinder is the base engine, but the choice of the 335-hp six-cylinder or the 455-horsepower V8 offers more mechanical tunes and more powerful acceleration. The Camaro's cabin has some unappealing materials, but its front seats are comfortable and supportive, and the infotainment system is easy to use.

Every Camaro has an easy-to-use touchscreen that supports the brand's Infotainment 3 software. As for the rear seats, they can be used to transport children, store belongings, or even transport two adults but not for long distances and this is more than good for a car of this category

The method of designing the narrow and somewhat small windows gives a positive advantage in increasing the privacy and blocking the eyes of passersby from what is inside the car, in addition to reducing the heat entering the interior, especially in hot areas due to the reduction of the glass spaces. But the only negative is that the driver's vision of the road becomes less effective, especially at the corners of the car. This may negatively affect when crossing in narrow places or when parking the car along the sidewalk.

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