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AUSTRALIAN SUV REVIEWS

2023 Porsche 718 Spyder RS review: International first drive
The last mid-engined Porsche with pistons goes out on a high

2023 Audi Q5 55 TFSI E PHEV review: Australian first drive
Audi’s hybrid SUV might seem out of place with its EV E-Tron brand growing, but there’s still value in Ingolstadt’s mid-sizer

2023 BMW M2 review – Australian first drive
Another smash hit? Or a difficult second album? We deliver the verdict on BMW M’s smallest model

2023 Isuzu MU-X LS-U Quick Review
The 2023 Isuzu MU-X LS-U: convenience matched with off-roading capability

2023 Mazda CX-5 G35 GT SP review
The CX-5 is ageing gracefully, with regular updates keeping this fan-favourite mid-sizer fresh

2023 MG ZS EV Long Range review
MG’s gawky ZS EV gets a range boost along with its inside and out facelift

2023 Isuzu MU-X LS-M Quick Review
The Isuzu MU-X LS-M could be your perfect no-nonsense off-road companion

2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse review: First international drive
We saddle up in the raciest version of Ford’s seventh-generation pony car to discover a sports coupe that entertains the driver beyond its V8 engine

2023 BMW M3 Touring review
The best family car you can buy? The ultimate M3? We drive BMW’s first ever M3 wagon

2023 Range Rover P530 Autobiography First Edition review
Only way to criticise the new Range Rover is to get very nitpicky – which is just about the biggest compliment you could give it

2023 SsangYong Rexton ELX review
SsangYong’s large 4WD SUV brings a plush interior for under $50,000 on the road, but is it good value?

Best Small SUV Under $45K
Looking for an SUV that offers plenty of features, for less than $45,000? We run the rule over eight contenders, including new-generation versions of the Hyundai Kona, Nissan Qashqai, and Subaru Crosstrek (formerly XV)

Best Small SUV Under $35K: Ford Puma ST-Line
Find out which Small SUV under $35k is the best in Australia between the Ford Puma and Hyundai Kona: The fun compact crossover versus a fresh-faced recruit.

Best Small SUV Winner: Volkswagen T-Roc
The Volkswagen T-Roc is the 2023 best small SUV in Australia, thanks to a well-considered range majoring on value, equipment and driveability.

Best Electric Small SUV Under $50K: BYD Atto 3
Find out why we named the BYD Atto 3 as the best electric small SUV under $50k.

2023 Best Small SUV Under $25K: Hyundai Venue
It’s still possible – just – to buy a brand-new SUV for less than $25,000. Of the slim budget offerings around, it’s a Hyundai that stands out.

Best Family Small SUV: Hyundai Kona Premium
Some small SUVs these days are plenty big enough, practical enough, and safe enough for a family. Find out which is the best family small SUV between the Hyundai Kona and Toyota Corolla Cross.

Best Value Small SUV: Hyundai Kona 2.0L
If you’re simply after Australia’s best-value small SUV offering maximum bang for your buck, the entry-level 2023 Hyundai Kona is bang on the money.

Best Performance Small SUV: Cupra Formentor VZx
Fast compact SUVs from the same house go head-to-head, but will it be the VW Group’s German brand or Spanish brand that prevails?

Best Premium Small SUV: BMW X1
A new-generation BMW X1 and a first-ever Alfa Romeo Tonale take on the 2019 Wheels Car of the Year Volvo XC40 in a battle of luxury compact SUVs.

Best Hybrid Small SUV: Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid
If slashing your fuel bill is an imperative for your next SUV, you’ve arrived at the right place

2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross review: LS Black Edition
Eclipse Cross Black Edition brings amped-up styling for a keen mid-$30K price

2023 BMW XM review
Plenty of shock and awe but not one of M’s greatest achievements…

2023 Volkswagen T-Roc review: 140TSI R-Line AWD
Does the new, more-potent T-Roc R overshadow the mid-spec 140TSI R-Line, or is the latter ‘just right’? Let’s find out.















