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AUSTRALIAN SUV NEWS

2023 Tesla Model Y Long Range pricing and features
The third piece of the Model Y puzzle is now available in Australia

The Jeep KL Cherokee has retired, but a new model is coming – expect electric power
Reports suggest production of the long-serving Cherokee has ended in the US, but Jeep has so far declined to confirm

Mazda CX-9 discontinued at the end of 2023
Mainstay large SUV and previous COTY winner to be axed from showrooms as Mazda makes room for an influx of new models

SsangYong Torres EVX Korean electric SUV teased
The oft-forgotten South Korean carmaker has teased a new tough-looking electric SUV

2023 Lexus UX pricing and features for Australia, new F Sport Design Special Edition added
The UX 250h 2WD F Sport Design Special Edition will be in local showrooms from mid-April

Chery confirms Australian release of Tiggo 7 and Tiggo 8 Pro SUVs
Chinese carmaker Chery has promised larger Tiggo 7 and Tiggo 8 models will join the Omoda 5 this year

Subaru Forester reaches significant Australian milestone
Over more than a quarter of a century, the faithful Subaru Forester has reached 300,000 Australian sales

2023 Nissan X-Trail E-Power Australian pricing and features
Nissan announces pricing and features of its vital all-new SUV, and it’s available to order now

Nissan Patrol Warrior, Qashqai E-Power and two mystery models to launch over 18 months
Not satisfied with an almost all-new model portfolio, Nissan will continue bringing new models to market over the next 18 months

Nissan says X-Trail E-Power fuel figures more realistic than RAV4 hybrid
At the launch of the E-Power X-trail, Nissan Australia was keen to push the benefits of the hybrid system’s real-world efficiency

Wheels mag February 2023: Mediums well done, and plenty on the side
Our medium SUV mega test is the star of this issue, but for a little more wow factor, we’ve also driven the new 911 Dakar and Land Rover’s ridonkulous Defender 90 P525 V8!

2023 Haval Big Dog off the cards; Dargo under evaluation for Oz
While the Big Dog name may have resonated with Australians, the Dargo-named global version of Haval’s boxy SUV is more likely for local launch

Interview with Justin Hocevar on Ineos and the Grenadier
Former Renault Australia boss Justin Hocevar takes on his greatest challenge yet – introducing unorthodox challenger brand Ineos and the Grenadier

2024 Jaguar I-Pace pricing and features
The I-Pace has gained another subtle update to keep it fresh among the growing sea of luxury EVs, and will launch in Australia from July with a price bump

2020-22 Hyundai Santa Fe, i30 N, Kona N, Sonata recalled due to DCT fault
Hyundai has recalled more than 8000 vehicles produced between 2020 and 2022 to resolve a potential fault that could cause a vehicle to stop driving

Lexus showcases lifestyle possibilites with four customised concepts
As buyers increasingly seek to personalise their cars, Lexus shows off four customised concepts to inspire those both on road and off

Melbourne company to supply electric Toyota HiLux, LandCruisers for the mines
SEA Electric will supply 8500 HiLux and LandCruiser EVs for use by Australian mining sector

Mazda CX-8 vs CX-9: What’s the difference?
The Mazda CX-8 and CX-9 are both large seven-seat SUVs. So what does the CX-8 offer that the 2017 Wheels Car of the Year winner can’t?

Wheels magazine January 2023: What’s inside!
We’re kicking off 2023 in a big way with first drives of the new C63 and Civic Type R (!!), the new-gen Amarok and Lexus RZ450e electric SUV, and a whole heap more. Read about it below, then pick up the mag!

Mercedes-EQ branding may be retired sooner rather than later
The complete pivot to electrification has reportedly moved Mercedes to drop the EQ branding from its electric models sometime in the next year

Next-gen BMW X3 M to go electric
A new report sheds light on the future of high performance BMW M models, with the next X3 M SUV set to go all-electric.

Mugen Honda Civic Type R and ZR-V to debut at Tokyo Auto Salon
The famed Honda tuner will be bringing two fettled new cars to the Japanese aftermarket expo

2023 GWM Tank 300 scores five stars in ANCAP safety testing
The GWM Tank 4×4 becomes the last vehicle to receive a five-star rating under ANCAP’s 2020-2022 safety testing criteria

2022 Honda HR-V only gets four-star ANCAP safety rating
The Honda HR-V has been rated by ANCAP, but is one-star short of the full safety score















