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2025 Toyota C-HR Koba: What does the small SUV offer over its Corolla and Yaris Cross siblings?
Toyota’s first small SUV in Australia enters its second generation with even more style. But is it worth consideration over Corolla Cross and Yaris Cross stablemates?
2025 Ford Ranger XLT: What makes the dual-cab such a reliable volume-seller?
Despite increasing competition, the Ford Ranger remains top of the pile among dual-cab utes in Australia. Here’s a deeper look at the popular XLT variant.
2025 Subaru Forester: Substance over style for sixth-gen Aussie favourite
The much improved SUV now features Toyota-sourced hybrid tech… and in its new guise, still won’t be accused of style over substance.
MG ZS Hybrid+ vs Toyota Corolla Cross: Battle of the small SUV hybrids
Toyota’s hybrids have won over many buyers since the early 2000s but – in the small SUV segment, at least – competitors are growing quickly. How does Toyota’s popular Corolla Cross hybrid compare against the MG ZS Hybrid+?
KGM Musso: Value-packed ute offers more than just low pricing
It recently won Wheels’ Best Dual-Cab Ute 2025 – Under $50K, but there’s more to the KGM Musso than just its excellent pricing.
Nissan Z v Toyota GR Supra GT v Ford Mustang GT: Battle of the last of the sub-$100K manual coupes
We gather together Australia’s final three cars with big power, rear-wheel drive, three pedals and a price tag of under $100k for one enjoyable drive-off.
Toyota GR Corolla: Where does it rank among remaining hot hatch options?
The Toyota GR Corolla now has an automatic transmission option. That adds to its appeal but how does it measure up against its rivals?
Hyundai Kona Hybrid Premium: Among the rash of new hybrids, the small SUV is a stand-out
Hybrids are well and truly flavour of the month. Hyundai has introduced a bunch in recent times but its Kona Hybrid small SUV shapes as one of the best…
Chery Tiggo 4 vs Mahindra XUV 3XO: Battle of the small SUV budget warriors
Two SUVs that are small on price and size but big on features and value… which offers the best all-round package?
MG QS: Seven-seat large SUV pushes MG into a new segment
The MG QS seven-seat large SUV has launched in Australia with keen pricing, a lot of equipment and a punchy engine. How does it compare to the likes of the Kluger and Santa Fe?
Skoda Octavia Select review: Reminding us why wagons make so much sense
Skoda knows how to make a practical family car and, for the price, the entry level Octavia deserves serious consideration over a mid-size SUV.
Hyundai i20 N review: Sub-$40K hot hatch now almost exclusive to Australia
Australians love performance cars and we’re one of few markets to receive Hyundai’s smallest hot hatch. Is the updated model all you could ever want in a sporty, fast and fun car?
Toyota RAV4 vs Mazda CX-5: Spec battle between two Aussie best-sellers
Two ageing favorites among Aussie families face off in a bid to win another generation of buyers.
Australia’s top 10 most fuel efficient SUVs
SUVs continue to grow as a percentage of total vehicle sales in Australia but with a cost of living crisis, environmental considerations and a volatile fuel price, which are the 10 most fuel efficient vehicles in the segment?
Tesla Model Y vs BYD Sealion 7: Who comes out on top in head-to-head spec battle?
Both have plenty of features, plenty of tech and plenty of range… but which is the overall better car when two of Australia’s best-selling all-electric mid-size SUVS are compared head-to-head?
Mazda3 G20 Pure hatchback: Mature drive and excellent cabin offset dated engine
Hatchbacks aren’t as popular as they once were but for those still in the market for one, here’s our assessment of one of the most enduringly popular: the Mazda3.
Wheels Best Dual-Cab Ute 2025 Overall Winner: Ford Ranger
As the old saying goes, ‘if you come at the king’… and while there were plenty of strong contenders, one still stands above the rest when it comes to dual-cab utes on the Australian market…
Best Dual-Cab 2025 Utes: Luxury
When ute is life, you’re prepared to fork out for the specced-up top-end models… here are four to consider including our Best Dual-Cab Utes 2025: Luxury winner.
Best Dual-Cab Utes 2025: Best Value
Standard features, interior, infotainment, fuel economy, towing capacity, tray size, warranty and servicing – just some of the factors that go into Wheels’ assessment of the Best Value Dual-Cab Ute of 2025.
2025 Mercedes-AMG E 53: Wheels’ in-depth review of the bold new plug-in hybrid
Mercedes-AMG isn’t the only business to find it tricky to chart the course of the performance car through ever-changing customer tastes and shifting legislation. The E 53 could well be its smartest hedge yet.
Best Dual-Cab Utes 2025: Truck
They may be polarising but for some, the sheer size and grunt of the truck-sized ute is not only desired, but essential.
Mahindra XUV700 review: Sure, it’s a bargain, but what else does the seven-seat SUV offer?
Indian giant Mahindra’s XUV700 seven-seat soft-roader SUV is its best seller locally. What does it offer apart from low pricing?
Best Dual-Cab Utes 2025: Towing
When considering a ute purchase, the clincher is towing capacity for many buyers. Here’s our pick of the best on the market including the winner of Best Dual-Cab Ute 2025: Towing.
Best Dual-Cab Utes 2025: Over $50K
This is the category where you’ll find the cream of the crop of utes on the Australian market – but there was one clear stand-out in Wheels Best Dual-Cab Utes: Over $50K.
