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Skoda Octavia Select review: Reminding us why wagons make so much sense
Skoda knows how to make a practical family car and, for the price, the entry level Octavia deserves serious consideration over a mid-size SUV.
Hyundai i20 N review: Sub-$40K hot hatch now almost exclusive to Australia
Australians love performance cars and we’re one of few markets to receive Hyundai’s smallest hot hatch. Is the updated model all you could ever want in a sporty, fast and fun car?
Toyota RAV4 vs Mazda CX-5: Spec battle between two Aussie best-sellers
Two ageing favorites among Aussie families face off in a bid to win another generation of buyers.
Australia’s top 10 most fuel efficient SUVs
SUVs continue to grow as a percentage of total vehicle sales in Australia but with a cost of living crisis, environmental considerations and a volatile fuel price, which are the 10 most fuel efficient vehicles in the segment?
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?
Mazda3 G20 Pure hatchback: Mature drive and excellent cabin offset dated engine
Hatchbacks aren’t as popular as they once were but for those still in the market for one, here’s our assessment of one of the most enduringly popular: the Mazda3.
2025 Mercedes-AMG E 53: Wheels’ in-depth review of the bold new plug-in hybrid
Mercedes-AMG isn’t the only business to find it tricky to chart the course of the performance car through ever-changing customer tastes and shifting legislation. The E 53 could well be its smartest hedge yet.
Mahindra XUV700 review: Sure, it’s a bargain, but what else does the seven-seat SUV offer?
Indian giant Mahindra’s XUV700 seven-seat soft-roader SUV is its best seller locally. What does it offer apart from low pricing?
2025 Kia Sportage: What’s new after the hybrid mid-size SUV’s facelift?
Kia gives its best-selling car both globally and in Australia a mid-life update with revised styling, added features and new hybrid grades. Here’s the detail…
2025 Ford Ranger PHEV: Lots of hype, but what’s the reality of the new hybrid?
Ford electrifies the Ranger but could it have done with turning up the juice a bit?
Hybrid face-off: Which of four best-selling hybrid cars triumphs when put head-to-head?
The hybrid wars are heating up as Australians gently cool on electric cars. We drive four of today’s most intriguing, fuel-sipping systems – but only one leaves us besotted.
Geely EX5 mid-size SUV: Volvo and Polestar owner finally debuts its own brand in Australia
The powerhouse Chinese brand that owns the likes of Volvo, Polestar and Zeekr introduces its home-branded medium electric SUV, the EX5. Is it more than just a good price?
Skoda Octavia RS Liftback: Making family sedans great again
Skoda’s best-known model gets an update for 2025 with tweaked styling, more features and stronger performance. Here’s the verdict on whether it perfects an already strong recipe.
BMW X3 M50: Wheels verdict on the high performance mid-size SUV
The BMW X3 M50 drives with a balance and tautness that recalls the brand’s best products.
Toyota GR Yaris GT: Our verdict on the hot hatch’s fifth-year facelift
Will the changes Toyota has made to its rally-bred performance hatchback keep it relevant for the Australian market?
Jaecoo J8: Newcomer brings the value with latest large SUV
Chery’s luxury offshoot launches its second product in Australia: the J8 medium-to-large SUV. What does it offer to find a place in our over-populated car market?
2025 MG HS Super Hybrid: Pre-production drive of the Aussie-spec mid-size SUV reveals a likely winner
MG’s HS Super Hybrid, specially tuned for Australia, is a sizeable, well finished medium-range SUV with tiny running costs. What’s not to like?
BMW M235 Gran Coupe: Styling updates to entice new audience for entry-level sedan
BMW’s smallest sedan has been given a thorough update to launch it into 2025. Can it finally step out from the shadow of the iconic 3 Series?
Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max Ultimate: Time to consider the bargain-priced 7-seat SUV?
Chery’s accessibly priced seven-seat large SUV is selling solidly in Australia, but should you consider it over its popular rivals such as the Hyundai Santa Fe or Mitsubishi Outlander?
Hyundai i30 N Line Premium: Your need-to-know about the updated mild-hybrid hatchback
The updated Hyundai i30 N Line hatchback received yet another update, this time with more efficiency and refreshed styling. Is it still a great option in the hatchback segment?
Hyundai Inster: First local drive of the sub-compact EV aimed at city dwellers
Hyundai’s smallest EV has had a strange genesis, but the results are well worthwhile.
Mazda CX-60: Wheels verdict – have the new updates rescued the model’s ride quality?
Hiroshima has another crack at fixing the ill-starred CX-60. Our drive helped us determine whether they’ve succeeded this time around.
Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology: First local drive of new all-electric G-Wagen
Why the all-electric G-Class is a dizzying combination of tradition and technology, as Wheels discovered on a first test drive.
KGM SsangYong Musso dual-cab ute: Style and comfort for a winning price
The KGM SsangYong Musso is one of Australia’s best value utes, with low pricing and a solid equipment list. Do you need more?
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