Wheels Car of the Year
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COTY
2025-26 Wheels Car of the Year WINNER: Honda Civic E:HEV L
It’s back to the future for this year’s winner, not just an excellent Honda, but an exceptional car all round.
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COTYRobbo’s 2025-26 COTY Notebook – and why the Honda Civic had to win
Esteemed former Wheels editor and 2025-26 Wheels Car of the Year judge Peter Robinson is famous for his fearless opinions – here are his notes on each of this year’s COTY contenders…
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COTY2025-26 Wheels Car of the Year Top 8: IM5 Performance
Upmarket MG sub-brand IM is looking to make an immediate impact with the IM5, setting its sights firmly on Tesla’s Model 3.
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COTY2025-26 Wheels Car of the Year Top 8: Kia EV3 Air Long Range
Kia’s EV3 arrives as a pivotal, long-range EV contender with sharp pricing and bold design, yet mixed dynamics and tough rivals prevent it from claiming the win at this year’s COTY judging.
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COTY2025-26 Wheels Car of the Year Top 8: Mahindra XUV3XO AX7L
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COTY2025-26 Wheels Car of the Year Top 8: Skoda Kodiaq Sportline 4×4
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COTY2025-26 Wheels Car of the Year Top 8: Volkswagen Tayron 150TSI Elegance
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COTY2025-26 Wheels Car of the Year Contender: Volvo EX30 Cross Country
Latest News
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Most stolen cars revealed as tech-savvy thieves drive surge in car thefts
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Farizon V7E electric van set for Australian launch
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Honda CR-V facelift adds new features, more hybrid grades
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Stellantis UK demands government reviews EV targets
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Honda ditches 0 series concept EVs as hybrid strategy takes centre stage
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Chinese manufacturer BYD reportedly considering major motorsport push
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Mazda adds new grades to BT-50 lineup, including the return of the Thunder
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GAC Aion UT pricing announced: drive away deals and cheaper than a Corolla
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Tesla Model Y L now available to order in Australia
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Australian government relaxes fuel standards for the next 60 days
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Reviews
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Reviews
Lexus LC500 Convertible review: Refined aggression makes for one of the great grand tourers
You might not have noticed, but in the form of the LC, Lexus has delivered one of the great grand tourers. We take the V8-powered LC500 convertible for a cruise
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ReviewsGWM Haval H6 Ultra PHEV review: Local tuning improves an already good product
A former Holden engineer has significantly improved the driving experience of the Haval H6 to make it one to make it one of GWM’s best ever products.
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Reviews2026 Denza B8 first drive: BYD’s luxury marque takes on the big dogs in the large 4WD segment
If there was an misunderstanding over whether challenger brand BYD is to be taken seriously, the rapid-fire launch of its luxury arm Denza is a genuine counterpunch. With B5 already on sale, now it’s time for the larger B8 to step into the spotlight.
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ReviewsMazda MX-5 Roadster GT review: Old school in the best way possible
Sadly many new cars are boring and uninspiring to drive. The Mazda MX-5, however, is not one of those cars, as we discovered driving it in latest GT form.
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ReviewsBYD 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…
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Features
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FeaturesPetrol prices could yet go higher… so which EV should you look at?
Fuel could still go higher in price as a result of the conflict in the Middle East. For many potential car buyers it looks a good time to ditch fossil fuel-powered vehicles altogether and buy an EV, so which should you be looking at?
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Features
From the Wheels archive: Ford’s Monaro fighter
After years in the two-door wilderness, Ford threw down the gauntlet with the release of 1972’s Falcon Hardtop.
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FeaturesModern Classic: Ferrari F92A, the underperformer that left a lasting legacy
It might not be the best F1 car Ferrari ever built but it did make a mark on the Scuderia’s later era.
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Features10 great SUVs that fly under the radar
The SUV form now accounts for more than 60 per cent of new car sales in Australia but some gain more attention than others. Here are 10 quality examples you should know more about…
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FeaturesNext SUVs we’re looking forward to in 2026
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FeaturesBest small SUVs for first-time buyers in 2026
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Features40 Years of BMW’s M3: Evolution of a legend
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FeaturesIM’s game-changing digital chassis explained
Reviews
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Reviews
Lexus LC500 Convertible review: Refined aggression makes for one of the great grand tourers
You might not have noticed, but in the form of the LC, Lexus has delivered one of the great grand tourers. We take the V8-powered LC500 convertible for a cruise
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Reviews
GWM Haval H6 Ultra PHEV review: Local tuning improves an already good product
A former Holden engineer has significantly improved the driving experience of the Haval H6 to make it one to make it one of GWM’s best ever products.
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Reviews
2026 Denza B8 first drive: BYD’s luxury marque takes on the big dogs in the large 4WD segment
If there was an misunderstanding over whether challenger brand BYD is to be taken seriously, the rapid-fire launch of its luxury arm Denza is a genuine counterpunch. With B5 already on sale, now it’s time for the larger B8 to step into the spotlight.
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Reviews
Mazda MX-5 Roadster GT review: Old school in the best way possible
Sadly many new cars are boring and uninspiring to drive. The Mazda MX-5, however, is not one of those cars, as we discovered driving it in latest GT form.
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Reviews
BYD Sealion 7 review: Feature-rich electric mid-size SUV grows in popularity
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ReviewsAudi RS 5 plug-in hybrid early review: Electrified muscle meets everyday useability
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ReviewsNissan X-Trail ST-L review: Not flashy but ticks many boxes as a practical family SUV
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ReviewsBMW M4 CS first drive review: The ultimate track day warrior?
Comparisons
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ComparisonsHyundai Tucson Hybrid v GWM Haval H6 Ultra Hybrid: Front-wheel drive SUV showdown
Medium SUVs are Australia’s favourite way to move a family around, get to and from work, or head off on a road trip. That’s why every manufacturer wants a piece of the pie. If you want a medium SUV though, do you need AWD and all the extras? Wheels looks at two of the more affordable hybrid FWD models on the market.
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ComparisonsPowertrain battle! Nissan X-Trail v Tesla Model Y v MG HS Hybrid+
Australian buyers love medium and large SUVs – and the choices have never been more broad than they are right now. The question is, which powertrain suits you? best? Regular hybrid, petrol generator electric, or full electric? Three very different combatants duke it out
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ComparisonsBattle 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.
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ComparisonsGeely Starray vs Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV spec battle: Which plug-in hybrid SUV should you choose?
Plug-in hybrid SUVs are gaining popularity in Australia and the Geely Starray is one of the newest on the market. How does it compare against the more established Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV?
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Comparisons2026 Ford Ranger XLT vs Toyota HiLux SR5: Spec Battle
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ComparisonsToyota Corolla vs Hyundai i30 spec battle: Which hybrid small sedan is best?
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Comparisons2026 BYD Atto 1 vs MG3 Hybrid: We run the rule over the two small, budget warriors
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ComparisonsPopular hatchbacks comparo: Hyundai i30, Mazda3 and Toyota Corolla face off
Opinion
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OpinionMichael Stahl: The incredible story of how Kerry Packer came to own his first Audi Quattro
A rally-bred Audi and a billionaire’s singlemindedness – how Kerry Packer set his sights on a right-hook Quattro performance coupe in the 1980s.
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OpinionPaul Gover: It was during a fancy restaurant meal I realised Australia’s car industry was doomed
You go to some nice restaurants as a car journo… but one fine-dining meal more than a decade ago left a bitter taste in my mouth.
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OpinionPaul Gover: In a long career in motoring, my latest milestone was a surprise
I’ve experienced amazing milestones during a long career in and around motoring – recently, there was a new one to add to the list which made me take stock.
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OpinionMichael Stahl: Cars today are nothing like I imagined they would be 50 years ago
I imagined Jetsons-like creations or the wilder creations of Ferrari and Lamborghini, instead we became obsessed with ‘sports utility vehicles’…
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OpinionWheels opinion: The lost art of changing a tyre
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OpinionOpinion: Should we be asking more questions about the ANCAP safety ratings?
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OpinionMichael Stahl: New cars are all the same – but there’s still hope for unique design, isn’t there?
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OpinionMichael Stahl: It’s not hoarding if you really, really love your classic cars
