Car Reviews & Features

  1. Home /
  2. Car Reviews
Reviews

2025 Kia Tasman review: Will Kia’s big gamble on the Aussie ute market pay off?

Now available in Australia after a high-profile, sports star-led media campaign, Wheels can now give a proper assessment of the Kia Tasman after hopping in some of the main variants at the official launch.

MG IM5 and IM6
Reviews

IM Presented by MG review: What the popular marque’s new premium brand is really like to drive

MG has launched its premium sibling brand in Australia, and we were among the first to drive it at the preview launch event.

Reviews

2025 GWM Haval H6 review: Updated mid-size SUV a definite improvement but for one quibble…

GWM launches a big update for its popular Haval H6 mid-size SUV. How does it fare in the most popular segment in Australia?

Reviews

2025 BMW 218 Gran Coupe review: Entry-level sedan in a premium package

With M Sport styling as standard and a sub-$65K price, the well finished BMW 218 Gran Coupe is an attractive option for those still interested in a sporty sedan.

Toyota Yaris Cross
Reviews

Which are the best value small SUVs under $35,000 on sale in Australia?

With new car prices more expensive than ever, value remains a chief consideration for those looking for a new vehicle. But value for money can still be found – here are the best small SUV options under $35,000.

Reviews

2025 Toyota C-HR Koba: What does the small SUV offer over its Corolla and Yaris Cross siblings?

Toyota’s first small SUV in Australia enters its second generation with even more style. But is it worth consideration over Corolla Cross and Yaris Cross stablemates?

Reviews

2025 Ford Ranger XLT: What makes the dual-cab such a reliable volume-seller?

Despite increasing competition, the Ford Ranger remains top of the pile among dual-cab utes in Australia. Here’s a deeper look at the popular XLT variant.

Reviews

2025 Subaru Forester: Substance over style for sixth-gen Aussie favourite

The much improved SUV now features Toyota-sourced hybrid tech… and in its new guise, still won’t be accused of style over substance.

Reviews

MG ZS Hybrid+ vs Toyota Corolla Cross: Battle of the small SUV hybrids

Toyota’s hybrids have won over many buyers since the early 2000s but – in the small SUV segment, at least – competitors are growing quickly. How does Toyota’s popular Corolla Cross hybrid compare against the MG ZS Hybrid+?

Features

Australia’s 10 Greatest Cars 

While it’s still sad Australia no longer creates cars from concept to roadgoing, we can at least remember how good they once were. Here’s the 10 we think were Australia’s greatest ever homegrown cars…

Reviews

KGM Musso: Value-packed ute offers more than just low pricing

It recently won Wheels’ Best Dual-Cab Ute 2025 – Under $50K, but there’s more to the KGM Musso than just its excellent pricing.

Comparisons

Nissan Z v Toyota GR Supra GT v Ford Mustang GT: Battle of the last of the sub-$100K manual coupes

We gather together Australia’s final three cars with big power, rear-wheel drive, three pedals and a price tag of under $100k for one enjoyable drive-off.

Features

The Wheels Interview: Peter Hughes, former Holden designer, on the brand’s golden years

Designer Peter Hughes reminisces about his work and colleagues during his ‘fortunate’ career working for Holden in its most productive years.

Reviews

Toyota GR Corolla: Where does it rank among remaining hot hatch options?

The Toyota GR Corolla now has an automatic transmission option. That adds to its appeal but how does it measure up against its rivals?

Features

Toyota Camry across the Nullarbor: How did the petrol-hybrid sedan handle 1400kms of outback road?

After a long break, Wheels braves Australia’s famed Nullarbor Plain once more – this time in a petrol-hybrid Toyota Camry which proves to be more than up for the task.

Reviews

Hyundai Kona Hybrid Premium: Among the rash of new hybrids, the small SUV is a stand-out

Hybrids are well and truly flavour of the month. Hyundai has introduced a bunch in recent times but its Kona Hybrid small SUV shapes as one of the best…

Comparisons

Chery Tiggo 4 vs Mahindra XUV 3XO: Battle of the small SUV budget warriors 

Two SUVs that are small on price and size but big on features and value… which offers the best all-round package?

Reviews

MG QS: Seven-seat large SUV pushes MG into a new segment 

The MG QS seven-seat large SUV has launched in Australia with keen pricing, a lot of equipment and a punchy engine. How does it compare to the likes of the Kluger and Santa Fe?

Features

Modern Classic: Tickford TS50, the legendary HSV rival that never quite got into top gear

Tickford’s 5.6-litre big bangers couldn’t resurrect the AU Falcon’s reputation back in the day, but time has smiled on these hand-crafted specials.

Features

Porsche 718: End of an era for the Boxster and Cayman

Porsche 718 Boxster and Cayman sign off on a high, but Porsche isn’t celebrating…

Reviews

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.

Reviews

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?

Features

Tom Kristensen Q&A: Wheels chats with the 9-time Le Mans winner

In a stellar career, Dane Tom Kristensen forged a formidable reputation and record as an endurance racer – winning the 24 Hours of Le Mans nine times, the 12 Hours of Sebring a record six times, and winning the 2013 FIA World Endurance Championship. Thanks to Rolex, he spoke with Wheels about his achievements and his winning mindset.

Comparisons

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.