Fiat’s 500 hatchback has developed a cult following over the years, but the Italian maker is testing buyer loyalty with an electric version that comes with a big price tag. Here are five things you need to know about the Fiat 500e. STYLING IS A STRONG POINT This little bambinoContinue Reading
Australian buyers are ditching hatchbacks and turning to small SUVs in record numbers. Volkswagen is cashing in on the trend with the T-Cross, a high-riding version of the Polo. VALUE The T-Cross is the cheapest SUV in Volkswagen’s local line-up. There are two variants to choose from: the Life, whichContinue Reading
As with most things in life, performance cars are becoming more expensive. But Cupra is swimming against the tide with a new model that delivers a satisfying drive for a surprising price. VW’s Spanish spin-off has built a turbocharged cousin to the Golf GTI for an eye-popping $12,500 less thanContinue Reading
Previously known for basic machines with rock-bottom prices, the brand hopes to attract cashed-up customers with eye-catching looks and generous equipment lists. The new Chery Omoda 5 is a world away from the stripped-out hatchbacks once offered by the brand for $9990 drive-away. Priced from around $32,000 drive-away in standardContinue Reading
Familiar surroundings don’t match the silent film playing through the windscreen of Audi’s RS e-tron GT. A carbon fibre dash, flat-bottomed steering wheel, honeycomb quilted sports seats and wide-screen digital dash represent home territory for Audi’s fastest cars. As do the unflappable all-wheel-drive traction and ferocious acceleration. But mountain scenesContinue Reading
Covid, it seems, is the gift that keeps on giving. As we enter our fourth year in its shadow, the car industry is still trying to recover from Covid-related component shortages, factory closures and shipping issues. For Volkswagen’s Tiguan, the pandemic has spawned a new variant, the Monochrome. The MonochromeContinue Reading
BENZ’S EQ RANGE IS GROWING FAST Mercedes-Benz has quietly been putting together one of the broadest range of electric cars on sale in Australia. The recently launched EQB SUV has joined the EQA and EQC electric SUVs and EQV van. All three have had an electric motor and battery shoehornedContinue Reading