REVIEWS

Shot in the dark: 2022 Maserati MC20 steers iconic brand into the future
Maserati shoves in the chips in a long-odds bet, but will the intriguing MC20 reap the returns?

2022 Mazda MX-5 RS review: First drive
Introduction of KPC chassis innovation sharpens the MX-5’s manners on track and road

2022 Peugeot 3008 GT Sport Plug-in Hybrid review: First drive
Peugeot sparks local market electrification with surprisingly versatile 3008

Living with the 2021 Isuzu MU-X LS-T
Isuzu’s popular D-Max based SUV is back for a second go round, with lots of big improvements. My family and I are onboard for a few months.

2022 Mercedes S450 v Lexus LS 500 comparison review
Germany takes on Japan in a battle of large luxury

2022 Kia EV6 review: Australian first drive
Hyundai got in early with the super-cool Ioniq 5, but now it’s time for the Kia EV6 to impress buyers – even if only a relative handful can have one

2022 Mazda 3 G25 Evolve SP sedan review
Mazda adds the SP black pack treatment to the Evolve version of its 3 sedan but hasn’t had to do much else to keep it fresh

2023 Ineos Grenadier review: Prototype drive
A confident and comfortable off-roader that feels as solid and unstoppable as Toyota’s benchmark 4x4s. But can Ineos really challenge the LandCruiser?

Audi SQ5 TDI vs Jaguar F-Pace P400 HSE comparison review
A pair of familiar SUV faces bring advanced new six-cylinder engines to a fierce under-bonnet battle

2022 Volkswagen ID.Buzz review: Prototype first drive
The brand´s reborn electric icon is funky and functional, but not without flaws.

2022 Mercedes-Benz S450 4Matic review
Benz flagship continues to define standards of luxury in its segment

2022 Lucid Air Dream Edition R review: First Drive
Few cars have been as long-awaited as the *other* electric sports sedan from Silicon Valley. Time for a go.

2022 Lexus NX450h+ F Sport review: First drive
The all-new NX medium SUV range is topped by Lexus’ first plug-in hybrid model, which aims to be as much about driver enjoyment as it is fuel economy.

2022 Lexus NX350h review: Australian first drive
The new-generation NX medium SUV brings new looks, upgraded powertrains and an all-new driver interface. But does it still feel like a Lexus?

2022 Audi A8 and S8 review: International First Drive
Updated A8 a more of styling nip-tuck than major tech upgrade, especially as Australia won’t get the Level 3 autonomous tech or fabulous PHEV drivetrain

2022 Ford Puma ST-Line Review
Ford’s compact SUV is best bought in mid-spec ST-Line, with a great price tag, heaps of tech and tons of room.

2022 Hyundai Tucson Highlander N-Line review
We know the new Tucson is good buying in 2.0-litre diesel form, but how does the 1.6 turbo petrol go?

Review: 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQE ride-along
The new electric-powered Mercedes-Benz EQE sedan is being positioned as a spiritual successor to the E-Class. No pressure, then

2022 Hyundai Nexo FCEV review
This isn’t Hyundai’s first fuel-cell electric vehicle, but it’s the first one built to be one rather than a retro-fitted SUV

Cupra Formentor E-Hybrid review
As the Cupra brand gears up for its Australian launch, we take a Formentor E-Hybrid through Sardinia in search of a spark

2022 Kia Cerato Sport+ review
As a solid all-rounder, the Cerato Sport+ sedan covers needs well, if without offering much in the way of indulgence wants.

2022 Abarth 595 Competizione review
If engineers took a Fiat 500, a slab of Red Bull and locked themselves away for a few weeks at the top of a mountain pass, an Abarth 595 would be the result

2021 Mazda 6 Sport review
On an ageing platform, does Mazda’s midsize sedan still have 6 appeal?

Kia Seltos GT-Line review
Top of the range Seltos GT-Line packs some stuff we wish was in other versions while charging a pretty decent amount of money for the privilege
