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Mercedes-AMG GT 63 SUV review: Wheels takes one of the first drives of the most powerful SUV in the world
With 860kW and astonishing acceleration, AMG’s first bespoke electric SUV pushes performance boundaries for the popular form…
Comparison: Mazda CX-5 v Toyota RAV4, battle of the medium SUV heavyweights
Can Mazda’s new-generation CX-5 land a sucker-punch on the new-gen Toyota RAV4 in a battle of the medium SUV heavyweights?
Best Medium SUVs 2026: Electric
From affordable family favourites to high-tech luxury contenders, here’s our pick for Australia’s best electric medium SUV for 2026.
Best Medium SUVs 2026: Hybrid
From affordable plug-in hybrids to proven petrol-electric favourites, these are the best medium SUVs for efficiency, practicality and everyday value in 2026.
Best Medium SUVs 2026: Luxury
Our contenders in the Luxury segment range from European benchmarks to ambitious newcomers, but all bring an enticing blend of premium comfort, performance and advanced technology.
Best Medium SUVs 2026: Off-road
Rugged plug-in hybrids and versatile all-wheel drives, these SUVs are our pick for combining everyday practicality with off-road adventure.
Best Medium SUVs 2026: Value
Discover the best-value medium SUVs for 2026, with affordable pricing, generous equipment, family-friendly practicality and efficient hybrid or electric powertrains.
2027 Mercedes-Benz GLB 350 4Matic electric review: New-generation seven-seater SUV brings newfound polish and maturity
New second-generation Mercedes-Benz GLB seven-seat SUV is massive step-up over its predecessor.
2027 Geely Starray EM-i AWD review: Why the plug-in hybrid medium SUV is well worth your money
Geely’s popular RAV4 rivalling plug-in hybrid medium SUV gains all-wheel drive, more performance, and improved ride comfort
Mercedes-Benz GLE 2026 review: Merc aces huge makeover for SUV – and the biggest highlight isn’t the revised engine range or excellent interior
The rejigging of the Mercedes-Benz GLE is so extensive it’s almost a new generation.
2026 Mazda CX-6e review: Spacious and feature-rich medium SUV shines where it counts
The Japanese brand’s first electric SUV arrives in showrooms in a stylish, feature-laden package. But is it Mazda enough?
2026 Honda ZR-V VTi X review: Updated SUV is the ‘Goldilocks’ of the segment
The Honda ZR-V straddles the gap between small and medium SUVs. But is it too large? Or too small? Or is it just right?
2026 Toyota RAV4 XSE PHEV review: The sweet spot of the new range brings impressive grunt and charging to the table
Toyota’s first plug-in hybrid RAV4 promises serious EV range and surprising performance, but does that make it more compelling than the regular hybrid?
Forthing Taikon 5 review: Newcomer has the price and potential to make its mark in the medium SUV market – but some problems need fixing
Forthing is the latest Chinese brand to arrive in Australia, but does its Taikon 5 medium SUV offer enough to stand out from the crowd?
Honda ZR-V e:HEV LX review: Tweaks make the underrated hybrid SUV even better
Honda’s underrated ZR-V gets even better with a small update, but how does it compare to rivals that are both larger and cheaper to buy?
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.
BMW iX3 review: The new benchmark
The first of BMW’s much-hyped Neue Klasse vehicles has arrived in Australia, instantly reshaping the conversation around what an electric vehicle can be.
Toyota bZ4X AWD review: Refreshed electric SUV takes aim at Tesla, BYD and Zeekr
Competition amongst electric medium SUVs is fierce, which is why the updated Toyota bZ4X is fighting an uphill battle. Will its overhaul help it win over more fans?
XPeng G6 review: Tesla Model Y rival now factory-backed and updated
The Chinese brand has just relaunched in Australia under factory distribution, so how does the updated XPeng G6 fair against a sea of rivals like the Tesla Model Y?
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.
Medium SUV comparison: Honda CR-V v Hyundai Tucson v Toyota RAV4 face-off
Medium SUVs remain the backbone of passenger car sales in the Australian new car market and show no sign of slowing down. This month, our reigning pick in the segment, Hyundai’s excellent Tucson, takes on Toyota’s new RAV4 and Honda’s revised CR-V.
Toyota RAV4 PHEV review: Fashionably late to the plug-in hybrid party
The arrival of plug-in hybrid tech brings even more choice for buyers of Australia’s best-selling SUV, but has Toyota left its run too late?
2027 Geely Starray EM-i Inspire first drive review: Affordable plug-in SUV gets bigger battery for longer range
Six short months ago when we reviewed the 2026 version of this same SUV, we said that Geely had reset the bar in regard to affordable plug-in hybrid driving. Now it’s moved that bar higher again.
Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Elite N Line review: Still a medium SUV benchmark?
If you’re searching for a hybrid medium SUV, there are a dizzying number of options. But for these reasons, the Hyundai Tucson is still one of the best…
