Wheels Car of the Year
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COTY
2025-26 Wheels Car of the Year WINNER: Honda Civic E:HEV L
It’s back to the future for this year’s winner, not just an excellent Honda, but an exceptional car all round.
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COTYRobbo’s 2025-26 COTY Notebook – and why the Honda Civic had to win
Esteemed former Wheels editor and 2025-26 Wheels Car of the Year judge Peter Robinson is famous for his fearless opinions – here are his notes on each of this year’s COTY contenders…
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COTY2025-26 Wheels Car of the Year Top 8: IM5 Performance
Upmarket MG sub-brand IM is looking to make an immediate impact with the IM5, setting its sights firmly on Tesla’s Model 3.
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COTY2025-26 Wheels Car of the Year Top 8: Kia EV3 Air Long Range
Kia’s EV3 arrives as a pivotal, long-range EV contender with sharp pricing and bold design, yet mixed dynamics and tough rivals prevent it from claiming the win at this year’s COTY judging.
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COTY2025-26 Wheels Car of the Year Top 8: Mahindra XUV3XO AX7L
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COTY2025-26 Wheels Car of the Year Top 8: Skoda Kodiaq Sportline 4×4
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COTY2025-26 Wheels Car of the Year Top 8: Volkswagen Tayron 150TSI Elegance
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COTY2025-26 Wheels Car of the Year Contender: Volvo EX30 Cross Country
Latest News
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Denza B5 and B8 take on Australia’s famous Beer O’Clock Hill
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It’s official – China now the number one source of new cars in Australia
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Government weighs curbing EV tax breaks as cost of scheme surges
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VFACTS February 2026: China becomes Australia’s biggest vehicle source for first time in a single month
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Local pricing of F1-inspired AMG GT 63 Pro Motorsport Collectors Edition confirmed
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World-first EV battery tech: Results revealed of testing to verify claims of as little as 10 minutes charging
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Chery marks meteoric rise in Australian sales charts
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China’s ban on flush door handles set to disrupt global EV design
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GWM Cannon plug-in hybrid ute confirmed for Australia as part of ambitious expansion
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Cadillac Optiq and Vistiq EVs priced ahead of imminent Australian arrival
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Reviews
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ReviewsHonda 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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ReviewsChery 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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Reviews
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.
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Reviews2026 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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Reviews2026 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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Features
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FeaturesNext SUVs we’re looking forward to in 2026
From BMW to Nissan, Toyota and Cadillac, the next batch of SUV launches we’re excited to drive in 2026….
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FeaturesBest small SUVs for first-time buyers in 2026
Being a first-time new-car buyer can be daunting so to help you on your journey, we’ve cut through the noise with our picks of the bunch.
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Features
40 Years of BMW’s M3: Evolution of a legend
BMW’s desire for a ‘sporty 3 Series’ in the mid-1980s gave rise to what has gone on to become one of the true greats of performance motoring.
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FeaturesIM’s game-changing digital chassis explained
Rewriting the automotive rule book is no easy task. There’s a reason things have been done the same way for so long – if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. After impressing the judges at Wheels COTY testing, Trent Nikolic has taken a closer look at the potentially revolutionary technology powering the chassis beneath the IM range
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FeaturesWhich are the most practical small SUVs under $40,000?
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FeaturesThe Wheels Interview: Ford exec Jim Baumbick, the man who helped make the Ranger a roaring success
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FeaturesThe cheapest hybrid SUVs in Australia – ranked
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FeaturesModern Classic: Porsche 928, a car ahead of its time
Reviews
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Reviews
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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Reviews
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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Reviews
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.
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Reviews
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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Reviews
2026 Hyundai Elexio review: New electric mid-size SUV joins the fray
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ReviewsMG HS Super Hybrid review: Mid-sized SUV is fuel efficient in just the way you want it to be
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ReviewsChery Tiggo 9 review: Plug-in hybrid seven-seater aims to take market share from established rivals
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Reviews2026 BMW M3 CS Touring first drive review: The best wagon in the world?
Comparisons
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ComparisonsPowertrain battle! Nissan X-Trail v Tesla Model Y v MG HS Hybrid+
Australian buyers love medium and large SUVs – and the choices have never been more broad than they are right now. The question is, which powertrain suits you? best? Regular hybrid, petrol generator electric, or full electric? Three very different combatants duke it out
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ComparisonsBattle of the budget busters: Three affordable compact SUVs gets the Wheels comparo treatment
Three sharply priced small SUVs from BYD, Mahindra and Suzuki compete for buyers on a tight budget, but as equipment, efficiency and expectations shift, only one contender ultimately delivers true modern-day value.
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ComparisonsGeely Starray vs Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV spec battle: Which plug-in hybrid SUV should you choose?
Plug-in hybrid SUVs are gaining popularity in Australia and the Geely Starray is one of the newest on the market. How does it compare against the more established Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV?
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Comparisons2026 Ford Ranger XLT vs Toyota HiLux SR5: Spec Battle
A deeper dive into the pros and cons of Australia’s two most popular vehicles.
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ComparisonsToyota Corolla vs Hyundai i30 spec battle: Which hybrid small sedan is best?
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Comparisons2026 BYD Atto 1 vs MG3 Hybrid: We run the rule over the two small, budget warriors
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ComparisonsPopular hatchbacks comparo: Hyundai i30, Mazda3 and Toyota Corolla face off
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ComparisonsHyundai Tucson vs Kia Sportage spec battle: Which medium SUV comes out on top?
Opinion
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OpinionMichael Stahl: The incredible story of how Kerry Packer came to own his first Audi Quattro
A rally-bred Audi and a billionaire’s singlemindedness – how Kerry Packer set his sights on a right-hook Quattro performance coupe in the 1980s.
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OpinionPaul Gover: It was during a fancy restaurant meal I realised Australia’s car industry was doomed
You go to some nice restaurants as a car journo… but one fine-dining meal more than a decade ago left a bitter taste in my mouth.
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OpinionPaul Gover: In a long career in motoring, my latest milestone was a surprise
I’ve experienced amazing milestones during a long career in and around motoring – recently, there was a new one to add to the list which made me take stock.
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OpinionMichael Stahl: Cars today are nothing like I imagined they would be 50 years ago
I imagined Jetsons-like creations or the wilder creations of Ferrari and Lamborghini, instead we became obsessed with ‘sports utility vehicles’…
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OpinionWheels opinion: The lost art of changing a tyre
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OpinionOpinion: Should we be asking more questions about the ANCAP safety ratings?
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OpinionMichael Stahl: New cars are all the same – but there’s still hope for unique design, isn’t there?
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OpinionMichael Stahl: It’s not hoarding if you really, really love your classic cars
