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2023 BMW M2 review – Australian first drive

Another smash hit? Or a difficult second album? We deliver the verdict on BMW M’s smallest model

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2023 Isuzu MU-X LS-U Quick Review

The 2023 Isuzu MU-X LS-U: convenience matched with off-roading capability

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2023 Mazda CX-5 G35 GT SP review

The CX-5 is ageing gracefully, with regular updates keeping this fan-favourite mid-sizer fresh

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2023 MG ZS EV Long Range review

MG’s gawky ZS EV gets a range boost along with its inside and out facelift

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2023 Isuzu MU-X LS-M Quick Review

The Isuzu MU-X LS-M could be your perfect no-nonsense off-road companion

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2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse review: First international drive

We saddle up in the raciest version of Ford’s seventh-generation pony car to discover a sports coupe that entertains the driver beyond its V8 engine

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2023 BMW M3 Touring review

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

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2023 Range Rover P530 Autobiography First Edition review

Only way to criticise the new Range Rover is to get very nitpicky – which is just about the biggest compliment you could give it

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2023 SsangYong Rexton ELX review

SsangYong’s large 4WD SUV brings a plush interior for under $50,000 on the road, but is it good value?

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)

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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?

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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.

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Best Hybrid Small SUV: Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid

If slashing your fuel bill is an imperative for your next SUV, you’ve arrived at the right place

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2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross review: LS Black Edition

Eclipse Cross Black Edition brings amped-up styling for a keen mid-$30K price

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2023 BMW XM review

Plenty of shock and awe but not one of M’s greatest achievements…

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2023 Volkswagen T-Roc review: 140TSI R-Line AWD

Does the new, more-potent T-Roc R overshadow the mid-spec 140TSI R-Line, or is the latter ‘just right’? Let’s find out.

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2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV ES review

Entry-level model of the Outlander plug-in hybrid line-up makes its case for value and efficiency

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2024 Honda ZR-V review: first Australian drive of petrol and hybrid

Sorry CR-V – ZR-V is the medium SUV poised to bring Honda back to the pointy end of the sales race