CAR COMPARISONS
Popular hatchbacks comparo: Hyundai i30, Mazda3 and Toyota Corolla face off
What’s the best hatchback you can buy on a $40k budget? It’s a simple question. The answer? That’s not quite so straightforward.
People movers comparo: Wheels’ ultimate battle between five big MPVS
The big multi-purpose vehicle (MPV), or people mover, has evolved but what does the new pecking order look like?
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.
Hybrid face-off: Which of four best-selling hybrid cars triumphs when put head-to-head?
The hybrid wars are heating up as Australians gently cool on electric cars. We drive four of today’s most intriguing, fuel-sipping systems – but only one leaves us besotted.
Sedan v SUV: Australians have had a change of heart, but have they made the right choice?
We’ve been impressed by Toyota’s new Camry but should you – like many Australians – ditch the sedan for a hugely popular SUV in the shape of the RAV4? The answer goes straight to the heart of how and why we choose our cars.
Battle of the Best Sellers: Wheels group ute test between Ford, Toyota, Mazda and Isuzu
Ford v Holden is dead. Now Australia’s top-selling vehicles are dual-cab utes. Mazda’s prettier new BT-50 can tussle with its Isuzu D-Max twin, but are good looks enough to beat Ford’s Ranger and Toyota’s new HiLux?
Hyundai Santa Fe v Kia Sorento: Battle of the 7-seat blockbusters
It’s sibling warfare in this battle of hybrid 7-seat SUVs, but which family hauler is best?
2024 MG3 vs 2024 Suzuki Swift Hybrid: SPEC BATTLE!
Two models with very important offerings, providing the latest safety and technology at a price that’s potentially in reach of first-car buyers. But which is best?
Toyota RAV4 hybrid vs Nissan X-Trail e-Power vs Kia Sportage hybrid vs Honda CR-V e:HEV comparison review
We rate the leading hybrid medium SUVs from four major stables.
2024 Volvo EX30 vs 2025 Kia EV3 – SPEC BATTLE
The small SUV class has two new electric contenders that major on style and cost around $60K. But which is superior for room, performance and range?
2024 BMW M2 manual vs Toyota GR Supra manual comparison
Straight-sixes, six-speed manuals and rear-wheel drive – it doesn’t get much better than this, especially when one costs quite a bit less than the other
The New Old School: Lotus Emira vs BMW M2 vs Corvette vs Toyota Supra comparison
In an era of ‘zero-emissions mobility solutions’ there’s still a place for great engines and rear-wheel drive goodness. But which of this gang of four is the go?
New 2024 Toyota GR Yaris vs Toyota GR Corolla — SPEC BATTLE!
Is the updated and more powerful GR Yaris now a better buy than the bigger GR Corolla? Here’s how they compare
Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 vs BMW M4 comparison: SPEC BATTLE!
AMG has revealed a new, angry-looking coupe with a high-output six-cylinder engine. But hang on, aren’t straight sixes BMW’s thing?
Should you buy a 2023 BMW M2? New G87 vs OG F87 battle
Better in nearly every sense, is the latest M2 the enthusiast’s choice?
2025 Ford Ranger PHEV vs current 2023 Ranger Wildtrak: SPEC BATTLE!
How does the plug-in Ranger stack up for specifications and features against a diesel-powered equivalent?
Extreme Measures: Honda Civic Type R vs Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS
New vs benchmark? Technically, yes, but this road trip is more about revelling in pure, unadulterated driving thrills. Strap in, it’s about to get loud…
2023 Lexus RX vs Volkswagen Touareg comparison review
Two distinctive takes on the large premium SUV, both out to ease the burden at the bowser
2023 Honda Civic Type R vs Hyundai i30 Sedan N comparison review
The Honda Civic Type R costs over $72K. The Hyundai i30 Sedan N is a mere $49K. Should you pay 48% more for 14% more power? We answer the question
Toyota GR Corolla GTS vs Cupra Leon VZx vs Subaru WRX RS comparison review
We had GR-eat expectations for Toyota’s hottest Corolla, but how does it stack up against a European upstart and the latest in a long line of rally-bred royalty?
Toyota GR86 vs Mazda MX-5 2023 comparison review
Two affordable sports cars, one focused and one fun. But of the Mazda MX-5 and Toyota GR86, which is our pick?
Fire Starters: Toyota GR86 GT vs 1986 Toyota AE86
Can the new, bigger-bore Toyota GR86 ever hope to reach the cult status of its AE86 forebear? Time for a highly scientific Wheels investigation
2023 Nissan Z vs Ford Mustang GT California Special comparison review
Nissan’s newest star athlete goes straight for the crown, but can Z topple Mustang?
2022 Volkswagen Tiguan R v Skoda Kodiaq RS comparison review
They share an engine and offer quick, driver-focused thrills but which sporty Volkswagen Group SUV is best?
