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Jaecoo J8 SHS now on sale in Australia with seven seats and plug-in hybrid drivetrain
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Chery C5 now available with powerful yet efficient hybrid drivetrain
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Peugeot’s Australian future unclear as current importer ends distribution agreement
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Mitsubishi doubles down on Pajero off-road credentials with retro tech inclusion
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Leapmotor B05 Australian pricing announced ahead of August arrival
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Supersized Denza B9 flagship model teased in China
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Century Batteries extends partnership with Australian Road Safety Foundation
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Ferrari Luce goes on sale in China; sells out immediately
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BMW X5: Next-gen family hauler revealed with multi-power options
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Cupra Tavascan: New cheaper variant announced ahead of August release
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Reviews & Features
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Reviews
Mazda 6e review: Is there enough of Japan in this Chinese-built electric sedan?
The spiritual successor to the beloved Mazda6 is now an electric sedan built in China.
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FeaturesCars we wish were sold here: Ford Bronco Sport
The Bronco has been a big success for Ford, but did you know that it also sells the smaller Bronco Sport? Here’s why we think it should be sold here.
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ReviewsMcLaren W1 review: Wild new hypercar continues legendary F1 and P1 lineage
McLaren’s new W1 continues the lineage from its legendary F1 and P1 predecessors with a lot of power, but also a lot of precision.
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FeaturesWheels July 2026 issue now on sale!
Australia’s favourite hybrid SUVs battle for supremacy, while we look at the new Aston Martin Valhalla and drive the new editions of the BYD Shark 6, Mazda CX-5, Lexus RZ, Ford Ranger, MGS6 and more.
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ReviewsToyota HiLux SR 48V review: Can the updated Aussie favourite keep up with rivals?
It’s been one of Australia’s best-selling vehicles for the past few decades, so how does the latest Toyota HiLux compare against a swarm of new competition?
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Best Small SUVs 2026
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Best Small SUVsBest Small SUVs 2026, Overall Winner: Honda HR-V
To win a Wheels Best award, a vehicle must possess a wide range of skills, which is exactly why the Honda HR-V is our overall Best Small SUV for 2026.
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Best Small SUVsBest Small SUVs 2026: Performance
Turbocharged petrol power, high-performance hybrids and rapid EVs are pushing boundaries in the small SUV segment, proving practicality and genuine driver appeal can coexist.
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Best Small SUVsBest Small SUVs 2026: Luxury
Premium compact SUVs are evolving rapidly, with electrification, advanced technology and elevated refinement on offer for those who can afford it.
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Best Small SUVsBest Small SUVs 2026: Urban
The best small SUVs for urban mobility, blending efficiency, smart packaging and modern technology to better suit car-heavy Australian cities.
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Best Small SUVsBest Small SUVs 2026: Electric
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Best Small SUVsBest Small SUVs 2026: Value
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Best Small SUVsBest Small SUVs 2026: Hybrid
62nd Wheels Car of the Year
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COTY2025-26 Wheels Car of the Year WINNER: Honda Civic E:HEV L
It’s back to the future for this year’s winner, not just an excellent Honda, but an exceptional car all round.
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COTYRobbo’s 2025-26 COTY Notebook – and why the Honda Civic had to win
Esteemed former Wheels editor and 2025-26 Wheels Car of the Year judge Peter Robinson is famous for his fearless opinions – here are his notes on each of this year’s COTY contenders…
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COTY2025-26 Wheels Car of the Year Top 8: IM5 Performance
Upmarket MG sub-brand IM is looking to make an immediate impact with the IM5, setting its sights firmly on Tesla’s Model 3.
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COTY2025-26 Wheels Car of the Year Top 8: Kia EV3 Air Long Range
Kia’s EV3 arrives as a pivotal, long-range EV contender with sharp pricing and bold design, yet mixed dynamics and tough rivals prevent it from claiming the win at this year’s COTY judging.
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COTY2025-26 Wheels Car of the Year Top 8: Mahindra XUV3XO AX7L
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COTY2025-26 Wheels Car of the Year Top 8: Skoda Kodiaq Sportline 4×4
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COTY2025-26 Wheels Car of the Year Top 8: Volkswagen Tayron 150TSI Elegance
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COTY2025-26 Wheels Car of the Year Contender: Volvo EX30 Cross Country
PHEV & Hybrid Vehicles
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Best Small SUVs
Best Small SUVs 2026: Hybrid
Hybrid small SUVs are drawing more attention from Australian new car buyers through a combination of improved efficiency, lower running costs and greater flexibility for everyday driving.
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Best Medium SUVsBest Medium SUVs 2025: Hybrid
From Nissan’s innovative e-Power to Subaru’s new Forester Hybrid and MG’s popular HS, these SUVs combine fuel efficiency, space and comfort, redefining practicality and performance for families in 2025.
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Best Large SUVsBest Large SUVs 2025: Hybrid
Our pick of the Best Large SUVs 2025: Hybrid, combining fuel efficiency, power and practicality to meet the needs of modern families while lowering running costs.
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News
Chery C5 now available with powerful yet efficient hybrid drivetrain
In addition to petrol and electric options already available, the Chery C5 now offers a new hybrid drivetrain with a consumption rating of just 4.9L/100km.
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Reviews
McLaren W1 review: Wild new hypercar continues legendary F1 and P1 lineage
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NewsHyundai adds hybrid drivetrain to Staria Lounge and Staria Load
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NewsNew Hyundai i30 Sedan previewed through South Korean market Avante
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NewsHonda planning new adventure-ready hybrid SUV with the retro name of a cult favourite
Electric Vehicles
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Best Small SUVs
Best Small SUVs 2026: Electric
From affordable newcomers to premium EVs, the latest electric small SUVs promise longer range, smarter technology and improved everyday usability.
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Best Medium SUVsBest Medium SUVs 2025: Electric
Combining zero-emissions driving with family-friendly practicality, these electric medium SUVs showcase the latest in efficiency, technology and performance.
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Best Large SUVsBest Large SUVs 2025: Electric
Fully electric models are growing in the large SUV segment but we thought there was one standout among the current crop.
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News
Leapmotor B05 Australian pricing announced ahead of August arrival
Leapmotor’s new electric hatch arrives in August with sharp drive-away pricing, generous equipment and up to 482km of claimed driving range.
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Reviews
Mazda 6e review: Is there enough of Japan in this Chinese-built electric sedan?
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NewsFerrari Luce goes on sale in China; sells out immediately
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NewsCupra Tavascan: New cheaper variant announced ahead of August release
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NewsHyundai Inster Lounge: Plusher version of cute electric small SUV revealed
Car Comparisons
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ComparisonsToyota Yaris v Mazda 2: Small cars for the big smoke face off
Traditional rivals Toyota and Mazda tackle the compact city car segment with the Yaris and 2 – one hybrid, one traditional, but both intent on packing the most space into a compact hatch.
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ComparisonsHatchback Hit-Out: Mazda 3 v Kia K4 v Volkswagen Golf
The small car battle has raged in this country ever since Australians first questioned whether a big country was the place for such a vehicle. Wheels puts three of the frontrunners head-to-head…
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ComparisonsNissan X-Trail v Mazda CX-5: Medium-size SUVs go head-to-head in hard-fought segment
Upgraded for 2026, the Nissan X-Trail is primed to take the fight to one of the segment favourites, the Mazda CX-5, which is nearing the end of its life as a new model looms on the horizon
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ComparisonsGWM Tank 300 Hi4-T vs Denza B5: Spec Battle
Large SUVs with off-road capability are moving quickly into the era of electrification. Two of the plug-in hybrid frontrunners are the Tank 300 PHEV and Denza B5 – so which wins on spec?
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ComparisonsHonda Accord v Toyota Camry: Middleweight sedan showdown
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ComparisonsToyota GR86 GTS v Hyundai i30 N Premium: Affordable, sporty driving from two classics of the genre
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ComparisonsHyundai Tucson Hybrid v GWM Haval H6 Ultra Hybrid: Front-wheel drive SUV showdown
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ComparisonsPowertrain battle! Nissan X-Trail v Tesla Model Y v MG HS Hybrid+
Classic Wheels
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Classic WheelsFrom the Wheels Archive: Thumping V8s and tyre smoke, a ’90s style Aussie muscle car showdown
Ford returned to the V8 title fight with its all-new EB Falcon. But did it have the muscle to dethrone King Commodore?
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Classic WheelsFrom the Wheels Archive: The top secret Holden Commodore concept
Wheels got the scoop on the Holden Commodore-based concept that was destined to underpin a legendary American brand.
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Classic WheelsFrom the Wheels Archive: Three generations of Ford Falcon, but which one was best?
The Falcon was the answer to Holden’s dominance Ford Australia had been looking. We tested three generations back-to-back.
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Classic WheelsFrom the Wheels Archive: The Sierra RS Cosworth was the thoroughbred in a paddock full of ponies
In 1986, Wheels drove Ford’s newest world-beater and came away impressed with its blend of flexibility and performance.
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Classic WheelsFrom the Wheels Archive: HQ Monaro GTS – a high-performance beast lacking in ‘character’
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Classic WheelsFrom the Wheels Archive: Turbo Commodore upstages Brock’s HDT as Australia’s fastest car
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Classic WheelsFrom the Wheels archive: Escort RS2000 – Ford’s mini muscle car
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Classic WheelsFrom the Wheels Archive: Super coupe! The sexiest Holden Commodore of all time… and it’s a hybrid
