AUSTRALIAN SUV REVIEWS

Mercedes-AMG C63 S
Reviews

2016 Mercedes-AMG C63 S long-term car review, part 4

On a little prayer, the C63 takes us there

Mazda3
Reviews

Mazda3 Touring hatch: 8 things you need to know

There’s plenty to like about the new, stylish Mazda3. Here are at least eight things you should know.

Mazda3 Touring
Reviews

Mazda3 Touring hatch Quick Review

The small, fun to drive Mazda3 comes with an impressive package and a stylish look.

Porsche Panamera
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Porsche Panamera Turbo review

The second-generation Porsche Panamera is coming to Australia and it’s looking better than ever.

Toyota Prius iTech
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Toyota Prius i-Tech Quick Review

The third-generation Toyota Prius is here, featuring a two-model line-up. The cheapest is the fleet-friendly $34,990 Base, but we’re trialling the $43,850 i-Tech that’s of more appeal to mum-and-dad buyers.

HSV GTS vs Mercedes-AMG C63 S vs Lexus GS F
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HSV GTS vs Mercedes-AMG C63 S vs Lexus GS F

The new Lexus GS F has wandered into the V8 super sedan den, where it’s keen to run rings around a couple of hungry force-fed predators

Reviews

Infiniti Q30: 8 things you didn’t know

The Q30 is an all-new, five-seat hatch with a hint of crossover due to a higher ride-height. It’s an incredibly important car for Infiniti, as the brand attempts to lift is small sales profile in Australia by tapping into the booming small-car segment. Here are eight things you mightn’t know about it.

Kia Optima
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Kia Optima PHEV review

Kia’s plug-in hybrid version of its popular Optima appears to be a step in the right direction, even if it has a few handling shortfalls.

Infiniti Q30
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2016 Infiniti Q30 review

Crucial crossover signals fresh start/Not quite make or break, but mighty close.

Toyota Corolla Hybrid
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Toyota Corolla Hybrid Quick Review

Toyota’s lauded hybrid tech is now available in the Corolla hatch, for a relatively meagre price compared to Prius and Prius V hybrids.

Infiniti Q30
Reviews

Infiniti Q30 Quick Review

The Infiniti Q30 is an all-new, high-riding hatchback made by the luxury arm of Nissan. It’s Infiniti’s first foray into the highly competitive premium hatchback/crossover segment and has the potential to drastically boost the premium brand’s lagging sales.

Nissan Qashqai
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Nissan Qashqai ST Quick Review

Don’t be put off by the odd name, Nissan’s small SUV is a value for money offering well worth consideration.

Ford Everest
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2016 Ford Everest explores the Australian Outback

Ford’s big SUV stars in a Thelma and Louise-inspired road trip through the outback.

Suzuki Celerio
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Holden Spark vs Kia Picanto vs Suzuki Celerio: Which micro hatch should I buy?

The smallest cars in Australia is one of the biggest markets. We give you the lowdown on these micro hatches.

Lexus GS F
Reviews

Lexus GS F Quick Review

The Lexus GS F is a mid-size performance sedan armed with a raunchy V8 and a roomy, beautifully made interior. It sounds great, has decent dynamics and is a solid alternative to its more focused German rivals.

Nissan Qashqai ST
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Nissan Qashqai ST: 9 things you need to know

Nissan’s small SUV offering is one of the best vehicles in its line-up. Take a glance at 9 lesser-known Qashqai facts.

Hyundai i30
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Hyundai i30 Series II SR Premium Auto Quick Review

Australians can’t get enough of the Hyundai i30, which snared the title of Australia’s bestselling car in March, April, May and June 2016. So there wasn’t too much to finesse when it came to the Series II SR range.

Hyundai i30
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Hyundai i30 SR Premium Auto: 12 things you need to know

Here’s some things you may be interested about the top-spec sports version of Hyundai’s popular i30 hatch.

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Audi TT Sport quattro Quick Review

The Audi TT is Audi’s entry-level sports car, and channels the styling language of its heavy-hitting supercar big brother, the Audi R8.

Tesla Model S
Reviews

Tesla Model S P90d Quick Review

The Tesla Model S flagship is fast, futuristic and cheap to run, but even at $202,000 you don’t get all the available options.

Porsche 911 R review
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Porsche 911 R review

If only Porsche’s incredible 911 GT3 RS came in manual. Well, you’re looking at it – and it’s bliss

BMW i3 vs Audi A3 e-tron
Comparisons

Audi A3 etron vs BMW i3 comparison review

It’s a battle of plug-ins, with the futuristic BMW i3 Range Extender facing off against the more conventional Audi A3 e-tron to see which makes the better premium small hybrid.

Toyota RAV4
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2016 Toyota RAV4 Cruiser AWD Petrol Quick Review

Good looks and extra space a bonus for original cross-over SUV.

Lexus RC200t
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2016 Lexus RC 200t F-Sport long term review

In search of the key to brand value