I test dozens of cars every year for USA TODAY Cars, so I'm not easily impressed by new vehicles. That said, there are plenty of future vehicles I'm excited to see that haven't hit the streets yet.
Some of the most exciting future cars and SUVs include models that have been on a hiatus as well as completely redesigned nameplates. If you're a gearhead, driving enthusiast and admirer of new vehicles, these three upcoming vehicles should be on your radar.
The 2027 BMW iM3 is a gamechanger for BMW fans
BMW is a luxury German automaker that has a massive following across the globe. The brand has attracted thousands of beloved fans over the years because it produces refined performance vehicles that continue to improve model year after model year.
The BMW iM3 is a first for the brand. BMW M Models
are track-ready models that boast the best performance specs the brand has to offer. The rumored BMW iM3 is an electric BMW M sedan that combines the instant torque of a powerful EV with the prestige and quality of a BMW M sedan.
BMW's gas-powered 2026 BMW M3 Competition xDrive Sedan zooms from 0-60 miles per hour in 3.4 seconds, so expect an electric version of the M3 to be even quicker and more powerful, thanks to electric motors.
The BMW iM3 is expected to hit the streets sometime in 2027, says Car And Driver.
The 2028 Alfa Romeo Stelvio redesign could save the nameplate
The Alfa Romeo Stelvio is an interesting case because on paper, it's an excellent luxury SUV. The sales reality for the Stelvio nameplate is that it's a luxury model in decline. Stelvio sales have plummeted in recent years as the Alfa Romeo brand and other Stellantis brands lag behind key rivals.
Lexus, BMW, Mercedes-Benz and other luxury brands have eclipsed Alfa Romeo and the Stelvio in recent years. The 2028 Alfa Romeo Stelvio will be a complete redesign and the second generation of the small luxury SUV.
Alfa Romeo's new Stelvio will come standard with a hybrid powertrain setup and be sold as an EV as well. The 2028 Alfa Romeo Stelvio is exciting for the brand and the luxury vehicle space because it's a second chance for the nameplate to either sink or swim in an ultra-competitive vehicle segment.
The 2029 Chevy Camaro is the return of a legend
The Chevrolet Camaro is a legend in the world of affordable muscle cars. It's a rival to the iconic Ford Mustang. The Camaro went on the second hiatus of its production history after the 2024 model year.
We may not get a new Camaro for a few years, but it's set to return as a 2029 model year with major upgrades. It could even get the 6.7-liter V8 engine option featured in Chevy's Corvette.
The muscle car space isn't the same without the Camaro, and its return will mean more options for shoppers who want a powerful sedan built for driving enthusiasts. Until the new Camaro arrives, the Mustang nameplate is still going strong after 62 years on the market.
Whether you're willing to give the Alfa Romeo Stelvio a second chance after a bold redesign or awaiting the return of the iconic Camaro muscle car, there are plenty of new vehicles to look forward to in the years to come.
Charles Singh is an Autos Connect Reporter for The Tennessean, part of the USA TODAY Network. Contact him at CSingh@Gannett.com.
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