Finding the sweet spot in a complex range isn’t easy. Of the 11 models in the Kia Sportage range, the mid-tier Sportage SX+ delivers many of the features found in the range-topping GT-Line for several thousand dollars less. VALUE The mid-sized Kia Sportage SUV starts from about $37,000 drive-away forContinue Reading

Alfa Romeo is struggling to make an impact in the Australian market, but its limited line-up has appeal for those who want something a little different. The Stelvio SUV is one of the more attractive looking softroaders on the market. This is a change of direction for Alfa The StelvioContinue Reading

Mazda has given its family-sized CX-8 a facelift. Pitched as a “just right” solution for families who have outgrown the CX-5 but aren’t ready for bigger car, this seven-seater blends the relatively narrow width of Mazda’s best-selling crossover with the stretched wheelbase of the full-sized CX-9. New-look bumpers and headlightsContinue Reading