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The 505-hp ’19 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio SUV conquered long straightaways and curvy mountain roads of 2019 Run to the Sun route.
With 755 hp, the ’19 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1’s exhaust growl demanded attention, while Sebring Orange paint and adjustable carbon-fiber rear wing turned heads.
Like Corvette ZR1, from eye-catching Sublime paint to 485-hp Hemi V-8, there’s nothing subtle about ’19 Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack Wide Body.
The ’19 Fiat 124 Spider Abarth was one of just two convertibles on Run to the Sun route, although its turbo 164-hp 4-cyl. was overshadowed by more powerful platform sibling the Mazda Miata.
The composed ride of ‘20 Ford Explorer ST 4WD performance SUV provided respite from tightly tuned sports cars.
The '19 Honda’s Civic Type-R Touring’s turbo 306-hp 4-cyl. punches above its weight, while 6-speed manual transmission with Rev-Match Control was perfect for engine braking on steep grades.
The ’20 Hyundai Veloster N with Performance Package packs 250-hp twin-turbo 4-cyl., 6-speed manual and loads of fun into compact hatch.
With exclusive Federation Orange paint, big red Brembo brakes and carbon-fiber front grille and side vents, ’19 Kia Stinger GTS AWD stood out, especially with twin-turbo 365-hp V-6.
The ’20 Lexus RC F Track Edition RWD’s V-8 makes 472 hp, while rear wing channels air to optimize performance.
A Run to the Sun veteran, ’19 Mazda MX5 Miata Club RF’s frisky 2.0L 181-hp 4-cyl. and 6-speed manual transmission were at home on steep mountain roads.
The makeover of ’19 Mercedes-Benz AMG G 63 includes plusher interior and all-new in-dash electronics, along with 577-hp engine.
With 630 hp, ’19 Mercedes AMG GT 63 4-door coupe proved equally adept at canyon carving and ultra-smooth highway cruising, with 21-in. forged mono-block wheels.
The ’19 Mini Cooper Countryman John Cooper Works ALL4 looks and drove like it came prepared for road rally, complete with competition badging.
The ‘20 Nissan 370Z 50th Anniversary coupe powered by 332-hp V-6 under long hood.
The ’19 Slingshot Polaris SLR, with 173-hp engine and 5-speed manual transmission, was anything but boring to drive.
The $420,000 Rolls-Royce Black Badge Wraith, with 624-hp V-12, got up to speed with ease.
The ’20 Toyota Supra was our favorite car at event, with 335-hp inline 6-cyl., tightly tuned suspension and precise steering.
The ’19 Volkswagen Jetta GLI 35th Anniversary edition exhibits excellent performance-to-value ratio.