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Tesla Model Y Performance review: If only all mid-life facelifts were this good
The Performance variant of the hugely successful Tesla Model Y has landed in Australia with even more power and attitude. Will it appeal to Tesla fans and the Tesla-curious?
Toyota Corolla vs Hyundai i30 spec battle: Which hybrid small sedan is best?
They’re some of the cheapest cars to run but which hybrid small sedan is the best buy? Let’s find out.
2026 Nissan Navara review: Triton DNA combined with local tuning – will it still appeal to ute buyers?
The new Nissan Navara is a Triton twin, but Premcar’s outback-tuned suspension and Nissan styling aim to keep loyalists happy when the rebadged dual-cab arrives early in 2026.
2026 Mazda 6e review: Wheels’ verdict on Mazda’s bold new electric sedan
Mazda goes back to the future, with the return of a popular model – but this time with electric power and RWD. The Mazda 6 is back, baby, but it’s not the 6 you remember.
Skoda Kodiaq Sportline review: Sporty take on the seven-seat large SUV
The Skoda Kodiaq has long been one of the most car-like seven-seater SUVs on the market – is it as easy to recommend the new second-generation model?
2026 BYD Atto 1 vs MG3 Hybrid: We run the rule over the two small, budget warriors
Two small cars with miniscule running costs, but which is the best choice for budget-conscious buyers?
Hyundai Palisade review: Hybrid power now part of luxuriously appointed 2nd gen large SUV
The Hyundai Palisade has entered its second generation with more class, luxury and performance as part of the brand’s continuing roll-out of upgraded product.
BYD Atto 2 review: It’s Australia’s cheapest electric SUV but what else does it offer?
BYD targets top-three status with the new Atto 2, Australia’s cheapest electric SUV, combining strong value and big ambition despite dynamic flaws and modest charging performance.
Popular hatchbacks comparo: Hyundai i30, Mazda3 and Toyota Corolla face off
What’s the best hatchback you can buy on a $40k budget? It’s a simple question. The answer? That’s not quite so straightforward.
Hyundai Tucson vs Kia Sportage spec battle: Which medium SUV comes out on top?
Genetic twins under the skin, can a closer look separate these two mid-size SUV siblings?
2026 Toyota HiLux Wheels review: First drive of the updated version of Australia’s favourite workhorse
Toyota’s updated 2026 HiLux launches into a crowded segment and a sea of challengers, the likes of which it has never had to deal with before. Can the new model’s significant tech updates, specifically, ensure it keeps pace with an ever-changing dual-cab segment?
Ford Mustang Mach-E review: Updated mid-size SUV remains an enigma
Ford’s updated Mustang Mach-E will remain a mystifying prospect to some lovers of the pony car, despite being an impressive piece of kit among battery-electric SUVs.
Polestar 4 review: Mid-sized electric SUV boasts handsome Swedish design and one big surprise
The Polestar 4 blends SUV practicality, a limo-like rear seat, sedan-like dynamics and a luxurious cabin. Oh, and no rear window…
Volvo EX30 Cross Country review: Light off-roading now in electric form
For lovers of Volvo seeking a better off-roader, the Volvo EX30 Cross Country small electric SUV may just be the ticket.
Denza B5 review: Early international verdict on the Land Rover Defender rival soon to arrive down under
New BYD-backed brand Denza prepares to challenge legacy 4WD makers with its powerful hybrid B5 the first to arrive in Australia, bringing serious off-road ability.
Mercedes-Benz G 450 d review: New inline six diesel adds gruntier off-road appeal
The Mercedes-Benz G 450 d adds a new inline six turbo-diesel option and more off-road attitude to the G-Wagen range. Is the G 450 d the G to buy?
2025 Deepal E07 review: How practical is its unconventional ‘multitruck’ SUV?
Breaking convention in an SUV-saturated market, Deepal’s E07 ‘Multitruck’ blends electric SUV comfort with ute-like versatility – but does it make for a coherent vehicle?
2026 Toyota RAV4 review: Early international verdict finds it sharper, smarter and sportier – but still playing it safe
In a new first drive our friends at Auto Express find the all new 2026 Toyota RAV4 (GR Sport variant) sharper and more refined – but too cautious to truly shake up the mid-size SUV class.
2026 Ferrari 296 Speciale review: Perhaps the Prancing Horse’s finest road car yet
Ferrari’s most powerful RWD performance car is a force to be reckoned with. Power, precision and performance come together in one glorious, aerodynamically effective package to deliver driving engagement the equal of any roadgoing Ferrari.
2025 Mini Aceman SE Review: Small electric SUV short on space but great fun to drive
The Aceman is the latest addition as part of Mini’s expansion of its line-up. Is it worth considering against cheaper, more practical competition?
2025 Mazda CX-60 G25 review: New grade with 2.5L four-cylinder petrol engine aims for broader appeal
Despite Mazda’s initial premium positioning of the CX-60, the entry point to the range now starts well below $50,000 drive away, with a new four-cylinder petrol engine, to enhance its appeal in this segment.
2025 Mazda CX-80 D50e Azami review: Ride issues smoothed by classy cabin and excellent fuel economy
With three rows, premium features and a focus on luxury in flagship Azami trim, the Mazda CX-80 is poised to become the brand’s best-selling large family SUV in Australia.
2025 MG HS Hybrid+ review: First drive reveals a serious addition to the crowded medium SUV field
Medium SUVs are a key battleground in the Australian new car market with more Aussies than ever considering the switch to a hybrid or plug-in. With that in mind, you’d have to argue that the new MG HS Hybrid+ is the right vehicle at the right time.
2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e review: Strong performing SUV now boasts clever hybrid powertrain
Mercedes-Benz expands its top-selling GLC range with the new GLC 350e plug-in hybrid, combining impressive performance and over 130km of electric range.
