AUSTRALIAN SUV REVIEWS

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Kia EV9 review: What you need to know about the large seven-seat electric SUV

The upper large SUV segment is the latest to get the electric treatment in the form of the seven-seat Kia EV9. How does it shape up?

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Porsche 911 (992.2) Carrera: What to expect from its mid-life makeover

Wheels works out whether the new Porsche 911 – dubbed the 992.2 generation by the brand, an update on the 992 model released six years ago – is worth the price tag.

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Hyundai Santa Fe XRT: Car vs Road – Warburton to Woods Point

The toughened-up Santa Fe takes on 110km of washboard, potholes and hideous weather in Victoria’s back country.

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BYD Shark 6: The Wheels verdict on the category-busting ute

The BYD Shark 6 has already made an impact in Australia, taking market share off the likes of Ford and Toyota. Andy Enright discovers what all the fuss is about…

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Mini John Cooper Works: An icon gets the electric treatment

Wheels takes five beefed-up Mini John Cooper Works performance cars for a spin, including new electrified models.

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MGS5 EV: First Australian drive of dynamic new small electric SUV

MG launches its second small electric SUV, which builds on to the ZS EV it replaces with a new platform and a larger size. Is it a force to be reckoned with?

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2025 Ford Ranger Sport vs Toyota Hilux SR5: Spec battle!

Which of Australia’s leading dual-cabs is the best on-paper proposition?

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Kia Tasman ute: The much anticipated first drive

After a long, teasing ad campaign and a hefty contribution to its development by Kia Australia, we can finally hop inside the much anticipated Tasman ute for a drive.

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Mercedes-AMG EQE 53 4MATIC+ SUV: Long-term loan, report #1

Tasmania is an EV-friendly place to begin our stretch with the Mercedes-AMG EQE 53 4MATIC+ SUV

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BMX X3: How to improve a brand best seller?

The mid-size BMW X3 SUV is one of the brand’s international best sellers. Now in its fourth generation, have BMW’s latest tweaks made it a better value-for-money car?

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Volvo EX40: A closer look at Wheels Best Small SUV 2025, Electric

The winner in the electric category of the Wheels Best Small SUV awards for 2025 offers an impressive list of standard features and a clever, practical interior.

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Smart #1: The small electric SUV with Mercedes heritage

On its second attempt at the Australian market, Smart – co-owned by Geely and Mercedes-Benz – is an all-electric proposition. Here we tested the Smart #1 small electric SUV…

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Kia Seltos: Small SUV that’s one of the most practical in its class

Kia offers two entrants in the small SUV segment with the smaller Stonic and the larger Seltos reviewed here. What does it offer versus the competition?

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Mazda CX-30 Touring LE: Small SUV doubles as a real ‘driver’s car’

WhichCar puts the Mazda CX-30 small SUV to the test to discover how it measures up against others in the class, for the price.

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Hyundai Ioniq 9: All-electric, seven-seat ‘king’ of the Hyundai chessboard coming soon

The Hyundai Ioniq 9, a large electric SUV seating six or seven people over three rows, is due to arrive in Australia in the latter half of 2025.

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Genesis GV70: Luxury mid-size SUV offers good value compared with rivals

The luxury Genesis GV70 premium mid-size SUV is the first part of a product refresh by the brand in coming years.

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2025 Jaecoo J7 Ridge: Mid-sized SUV joins the avalanche of new brands in Australia

Jaecoo is yet another newcomer to Australian shores and the J7 small-to-mid-sized SUV is its first product. Is it worth consideration over more established players?

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2025 Kia Carnival GT-Line Hybrid: The ultimate fuel-efficient people mover

The Kia Carnival is a people mover sales phenomenon in Australia, and pretty much owns the segment – but does a new hybrid drivetrain add extra appeal?

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Mahindra Scorpio: Feature-rich off-roader for a remarkable price

For those after a heavy-duty off-road SUV that seats up to seven people, the Mahindra Scorpio offers an affordable path into the category…

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Kia Sorento GT-Line Hybrid: Handsome 7-seater with efficient drivetrain

The Kia Sorento is a classy and accomplished seven-seat large SUV that’s available with hybrid power. Does it still impress against newer rivals?

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MG4: Looking for the ideal second car?

WhichCar explains the key reasons why the MG4 fits the bill for busy families looking for a weekly runabout. In partnership with MG.

Best Small SUVs

Best Small SUVs 2025: Best Value

Ratings and reviews of the Best Small SUVs with the best all-round value on the Australian market… plus our category winner.

Best Small SUVs

Best Small SUVs 2025: Hybrid

Ratings and reviews of the Best Small SUVs using hybrid power on the Australian market… plus our category winner.

Best Small SUVs

Best Small SUVs 2025: Electric

Ratings and reviews of the Best Small SUVs with an all-electric powertrain on the Australian market… plus our category winner.