AUSTRALIAN SUV REVIEWS

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2026 Porsche 911 Turbo S Cabriolet review: Searing hybrid pace from the ultimate 911

Electrified flagship delivers 0–100km/h in 2.6 seconds while remaining the ultimate all-round 911.

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Mercedes-Benz GLC Electric review: Back to the future for Merc’s medium electric SUV

With one eye on its past, Mercedes-Benz has reimagined the future with its all new GLC electric medium SUV.

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2026 Lexus GX550 Overtrail review: Luxury off-roader brings grunt and space but will it ever see a dirt track?

It was a long time coming, but the Lexus GX is finally available in Australia and if its popularity in the United States is anything to go by, Lexus Australia won’t be able to get enough of them.

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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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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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Hyundai 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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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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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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BYD 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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Audi RS 5 plug-in hybrid early review: Electrified muscle meets everyday useability

Audi’s new RS 5 blends V6 performance with electric power to create a fast, surprisingly agile sports wagon.

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Nissan X-Trail ST-L review: Not flashy but ticks many boxes as a practical family SUV

There are nearly 30 options for buyers to choose between in the hotly contested mid-size SUV segment, so how does the often-overlooked Nissan X-Trail compare?

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BMW M4 CS first drive review: The ultimate track day warrior?

The BMW M4 CS really showcases its track-focused nature when unleashed on one of the world’s great race tracks – Mount Panorama.

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Honda HR-V review: Enduring practicality in the small SUV segment

Into its third generation in Australia, Honda’s HR-V may not be the cheapest option in the small SUV segment but it remains one of the most practical and fuel efficient.

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Chery C5 review: Updated Omoda 5 offers standout style among small SUVs

With Omoda shifting across to become the premium arm of the Chery portfolio, the Omoda 5 has become the Chery C5 with tech and equipment upgrades, plus a refreshed style.

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2026 BMW M2 CS first drive review: The very essence of the M badge

The all-new 2026 BMW M2 CS distills the very essence of the M badge into one, ferocious, rear-wheel drive package.

In Partnership with Ford

Connor McNally’s 2016 Ford Ranger

Always on the move, Connor McNally needed a dependable ute – and his Ford Ranger delivers power, value and real-world capability.

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Stuart’s Ford Ranger XLT

Stuart chose the Ford Ranger XLT for its mix of family safety, work capability and weekend adventure freedom.

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2026 Honda Prelude: Early review of the hybrid coupe as it returns after two decades

Reborn two-door pairs Civic-based hybrid power with Type R hardware, but prioritises comfort and efficiency over outright pace.

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2026 Hyundai Elexio review: New electric mid-size SUV joins the fray

The 2026 Hyundai Elexio might be the most important electric vehicle Hyundai has ever sold in Australia

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MG HS Super Hybrid review: Mid-sized SUV is fuel efficient in just the way you want it to be

Plug-in hybrids are starting to find favour – and for good reason, given their inherent practicality, with more than a hint of EV sensibility

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Chery Tiggo 9 review: Plug-in hybrid seven-seater aims to take market share from established rivals

Chery’s bargain seven-seater Tiggo 9 looks highly capable on paper with stats like a claimed 146km electric range and 315kW, but how does it fare against its main rivals?

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2026 BMW M3 CS Touring first drive review: The best wagon in the world?

Lighter, faster and more powerful, what was BMW’s already formidable M3 Touring gets the Competition Sport treatment.

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2026 Denza B5 Leopard first drive review: Tech-rich off-roader breaks new ground for BYD

Another brand new to the market, Denza looks to make its mark as BYD’s upscale luxury arm, with a focus on standard equipment and luxury. Should Toyota Prado and Ford Everest be looking over their sheetmetal shoulders?

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Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max review: Why the seven-seat large SUV is winning new fans

Chery’s huge 2025, sales-wise, was built on the back of products like its seven-seat large SUV, the Tiggo 8 Pro Max. Here’s why it represents some of the best value-for-money on the market…