Ellen Dewar

Ellen has been snapping cars for more than 25 years, and is the head of Wheels Media's photography department.

Reviews

2024 Hyundai Santa Fe review: New generation driven

Bigger. Bolder. But better? We head to Hyundai’s home market to find out if the latest Santa Fe should have its large-SUV rivals quaking in their boots.

Reviews

2024 Hyundai IONIQ 5 N review: International first drive

We loved the i30 N hot-hatch but can Hyundai build a genuine electric driver’s car? Start to believe.

Reviews

VIDEO REVIEW: Hyundai IONIQ 5 N driven!

Jez heads to Korea for some hooning in Hyundai's mad new 'hot hatch', the IONIQ 5 N

News

Cadillac keen to earn the trust of Aussie buyers after Holden closure

Company execs say Cadillac will “walk the walk” and is committed to Australia long-term

News

Cadillac confirmed for Australia in 2024

Cadillac will become the first standalone GM brand in Australia since the axing of Holden. Led initially by the Lyriq large electric SUV, the famous US luxury division has BMW, Mercedes and Tesla in its global sights.

Best Large SUVs

Best Large SUV Under $60K

Does the bigger, box-fresh Honda CR-V have what it takes to topple three veterans of the large SUV segment?

Best Large SUVs

Best Large Luxury SUV: Volvo XC90

Mazda has pushed into to the realm of luxury large SUVs with its new CX-90. We find out how it fares against established German and Japanese contenders, as well as equally ambitious SUVs from VW and Genesis.

Best Large SUVs

Best Large Hybrid SUV

Honda's household-name CR-V and Hyundai's well-established Santa Fe duke it out to reveal which is the most efficient and impressive family SUV.

Best Large SUVs

Best Value Large SUV

What are the most affordable large SUVs to own and run? We’ve crunched the numbers to help you save some serious cash

Features

Modern classic: Lotus Elise

The car that saved Lotus? That’s only half the story...

Advice

Modern Classic: Toyota Century

The only JDM series production car to feature a V12 engine, the Century offers a tantalising peek beneath the curtain of Japanese high society

Reviews

Ford Everest adventure series: Sand & salt on the ultimate girls' road trip

What better way to partake in the countless rugged terrains, picturesque coastlines and vibrant wildflower displays of the Fitzgerald Coast and Bremer Bay but in the comfort of the Ford Everest Sport.

Comparisons

Extreme Measures: Honda Civic Type R vs Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS

New vs benchmark? Technically, yes, but this road trip is more about revelling in pure, unadulterated driving thrills. Strap in, it’s about to get loud…

The 2021 SsangYong Korando ELX Cherry Red Australia EDewar
Reviews

2023 SsangYong Korando ELX review

The mid-spec model in Korean brand's compact-SUV range ticks a lot of boxes, though there are also a few key crosses

Reviews

2023 BMW M3 Touring review

The best family car you can buy? The ultimate M3? We drive BMW’s first ever M3 wagon

Best Small SUVs

Best Small SUV Under $45K

Looking for an SUV that offers plenty of features, for less than $45,000? We run the rule over eight contenders, including new-generation versions of the Hyundai Kona, Nissan Qashqai, and Subaru Crosstrek (formerly XV)

Best Small SUVs

Best Small SUV Under $35K: Ford Puma ST-Line

Find out which Small SUV under $35k is the best in Australia between the Ford Puma and Hyundai Kona: The fun compact crossover versus a fresh-faced recruit.

Best Small SUVs

Best Small SUV Winner: Volkswagen T-Roc

The Volkswagen T-Roc is the 2023 best small SUV in Australia, thanks to a well-considered range majoring on value, equipment and driveability.

Best Small SUVs

Best Electric Small SUV Under $50K: BYD Atto 3

Find out why we named the BYD Atto 3 as the best electric small SUV under $50k.

Best Small SUVs

2023 Best Small SUV Under $25K: Hyundai Venue

It's still possible – just – to buy a brand-new SUV for less than $25,000. Of the slim budget offerings around, it's a Hyundai that stands out.

Best Small SUVs

Best Family Small SUV: Hyundai Kona Premium

Some small SUVs these days are plenty big enough, practical enough, and safe enough for a family. Find out which is the best family small SUV between the Hyundai Kona and Toyota Corolla Cross.

Best Small SUVs

Best Value Small SUV: Hyundai Kona 2.0L

If you're simply after Australia's best-value small SUV offering maximum bang for your buck, the entry-level 2023 Hyundai Kona is bang on the money.

Best Small SUVs

Best Performance Small SUV: Cupra Formentor VZx

Fast compact SUVs from the same house go head-to-head, but will it be the VW Group's German brand or Spanish brand that prevails?

Best Small SUVs

Best Premium Small SUV: BMW X1

A new-generation BMW X1 and a first-ever Alfa Romeo Tonale take on the 2019 Wheels Car of the Year Volvo XC40 in a battle of luxury compact SUVs.