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Comparison: Kia Picanto v BYD Atto 1, a contest between two of Australia’s most affordable cars
Two answers to the same question – what is Australia’s most affordable car?
Ultimate plug-in hybrid test: Chery Tiggo 7 v BYD Sealion 5 v Geely Starray EM-i v GWM Haval H6
Hybrid technology paved the way for lower all-round fuel use, and electric vehicles paved the way for those wanting something completely different. But if you want to hedge your bets, plug-in hybrid drivetrains, which have benefited from advances in both petrol and electric technology, are the way to go.
BYD Seal 6 Touring review: ‘Making wagons cool again’
A plug-in hybrid station wagon with over 1000km driving range between refills? And now the most affordable in its class in Australia? What’s not to like?
BYD Sealion 7 Premium review: Proof of the progress of Chinese cars
China’s automotive surge is reshaping Australia’s new-car market, and BYD’s Sealion 7 shows exactly why buyers are embracing the change.
BYD Atto 1 review: Small EV breaks new ground in Australia
The BYD Atto 1 is now the cheapest electric car you that can buy in Australia, but should you? Read our review of the top-spec Premium to find out.
BYD Shark 6 review: Two new variants bring more power and capability
BYD’s Shark 6 has been a sales phenomenon in the Australian new car market. Less than two short years since launch, the manufacturer’s first dual-cab has sold more than 24,000 units in this dual-cab hungry market.
BYD Sealion 7 review: Feature-rich electric mid-size SUV grows in popularity
The BYD Sealion 7 is the brand’s best-selling passenger vehicle in Australia and a big part of its sales success. Here are some of the reasons why…
2026 BYD Sealion 8 first drive review: How well does its first three-row large SUV measure up?
BYD aims its artillery right at the established large SUV players – Toyota, Hyundai and Kia – with its new Sealion 8. It’s a value packed, large, three-row SUV designed to further the BYD success story in Australia.
2026 BYD Sealion 5 first drive review: Bringing plug-in hybrid tech to a wider audience
The Sealion 5 is BYD’s latest arrival in Australia. With plug-in hybrid technology and sharp pricing, this is the vehicle that is set to take even more market share for the surging brand.
2025-26 Wheels Ute of the Year Winner: BYD Shark 6
In a first for Wheels, dual cabs get their own segment and new yearly award – with a razor sharp focus. And it’s one of the newer brands taking out our first-ever Ute of the Year award, the BYD Shark 6.
Battle of the budget busters: Three affordable compact SUVs gets the Wheels comparo treatment
Three sharply priced small SUVs from BYD, Mahindra and Suzuki compete for buyers on a tight budget, but as equipment, efficiency and expectations shift, only one contender ultimately delivers true modern-day value.
2026 BYD Atto 1 vs MG3 Hybrid: We run the rule over the two small, budget warriors
Two small cars with miniscule running costs, but which is the best choice for budget-conscious buyers?
BYD Atto 2 review: It’s Australia’s cheapest electric SUV but what else does it offer?
BYD targets top-three status with the new Atto 2, Australia’s cheapest electric SUV, combining strong value and big ambition despite dynamic flaws and modest charging performance.
Tesla Model Y vs BYD Sealion 7: Who comes out on top in head-to-head spec battle?
Both have plenty of features, plenty of tech and plenty of range… but which is the overall better car when two of Australia’s best-selling all-electric mid-size SUVS are compared head-to-head?
BYD Shark 6: The Wheels verdict on the category-busting ute
The BYD Shark 6 has already made an impact in Australia, taking market share off the likes of Ford and Toyota. Andy Enright discovers what all the fuss is about…
Robbo’s Notebook: Wheels Car of the Year 2024-25
We asked Peter Robinson for his notes on the ten most intriguing cars at Wheels Car of the Year 2024-25.
2024-25 Wheels Car of the Year Contender: BYD SEALION 6
Fifty grand and change for a plug-in hybrid SUV that’s box fresh and comes with a whole hatful of bells and whistles? That sounds like fighting talk to us.
2024 BYD Sealion 6 review: first drive of plug-in hybrid SUV
We head to Europe to drive the Seal U, the SUV that will be known as the Sealion 6 in Australia and be BYD’s first local plug-in hybrid
2024 BYD Yangwang U8 review
BYD sub-brand’s truly showstopping take on the luxury SUV, and it could come to Australia
2024 BYD Seal vs Tesla Model 3 vs Hyundai IONIQ 6: Which electric sedan is best?
Is the BYD Seal’s low price too good to be true? We find out by pitting it against two key four-door rivals
2024 BYD Seal Performance review: First Australian drive
The Seal sedan represents BYD’s first direct rival to a Tesla in Australia. We drive the flagship variant to see if the Model 3 should be worried.
2023 MG4 vs BYD Dolphin: Affordable EV comparison review
Two cheap Chinese EVs face off in the real world
2024 BYD Dolphin review: Australian first drive
The latest effort to spring Aussie EV adoption arrives on our shores, but does the value proposition add up?
2023 Tesla Model 3 vs BYD Seal: SPEC BATTLE!
BYD has given Tesla a bloody nose, undercutting the Model 3 by $12,000 with its new Seal sedan. But is the BYD actually the smarter buy? Let’s find out…
