BEST CARS OF 2022

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SavageGeese's "Best Cars of 2022" review offers a comprehensive look at the year's automotive highlights and lowlights, eschewing typical year-end lists for a more nuanced discussion. The review critiques the Mercedes EQS lineup as the "worst car" and a "missed opportunity" due to its over-reliance on technology at the expense of core luxury car attributes like ride and quietness, contrasting it with the S-Class. VW's infotainment is singled out as the "worst infotainment" for its lack of physical buttons, while BMW's iDrive 7 is praised for its usability and consistency. Jeep receives accolades for its "biggest improvement" with the Grand Cherokee and Grand Wagoneer. Audio systems are also discussed, with Bowers & Wilkins in the BMW iX lauded and the McIntosh system in Jeeps deemed disappointing. The Ford Maverick is celebrated as the "best entry-level truck" for its affordability and practicality, and the Honda Civic takes the "best affordable daily driver" title for its versatility and value. The Toyota RAV4 is named the "best entry-level CUV" for its reliability, and the Toyota Sienna wins "best family full-size vehicle" for its hybrid efficiency. The F-150 is the "best full-size truck" for its modern architecture and Ford's understanding of its customer base. Luxury segments see the Lexus ES as the "best entry-level luxury sedan" for its reliability and value, and the Genesis G90 as the "best full-size luxury sedan" for its blend of luxury, technology, and price. The Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing is the "best sports sedan," though the Audi RS3 is noted for its special engine. The Honda Civic Type R is crowned "best sub-$50,000 sports car" for its driving dynamics and engagement, with the Elantra N as a strong value alternative. The BMW X3 and X5 are recognized in their respective luxury SUV segments, with the X7 taking "best luxury SUV." The Bronco Raptor is the "best off-roader." The BMW iX is the "best EV," praised for engineering despite usability concerns, while the Hyundai Ioniq 5 is a strong honorable mention. The "driver's car of the year" is the GT4 RS for its pure driving experience, and the "car of the year" is the Corvette C8 Z06 for its unparalleled performance and engineering at its price point.