Nissan’s Juke SUV is often overlooked in the small SUV segment. We put it to the test to find out what it’s all about. Here’s everything you need to know about the Nissan Juke. VALUE The Nissan Juke range kicks off at roughly $31,700 drive-away for the ST model andContinue Reading
The independent safety body will test auto emergency braking, pedestrian detection and lane keeping assistance features in full-sized pick-up trucks in a new push to make roads safer. The vehicles have not been included in ANCAP testing to date, though that will change in 2025. Speaking at NSW’s CrashLab testingContinue Reading
Has Nissan been copying Toyota’s homework? Possibly, although it has arrived at a different answer to the question of hybrid power. Recognising the RAV4 Hybrid is one of Australia’s best-selling cars, Nissan recently wedged its tricky “e-Power” motor into the popular X-Trail. Initially the tech was only available on theContinue Reading
Subaru locked in prices for its first electric car on Monday, when customers were told it costs significantly more than the brand’s petrol machines. Priced from $77,990 plus on-road costs in its cheapest form, the new Subaru Solterra is double the asking price of an entry-level Subaru Forester (yours forContinue Reading
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
Electric vehicle upstart BYD has fired new shots in the battle for green car customers, unveiling a third car available for less than $50,000. The Chinese brand surprised industry experts by revealing that its Tesla Model 3 rival, the BYD Seal, will be priced from $49,888 plus on road costsContinue Reading
The Toyota RAV4 hybrid is one of the most in demand vehicles in Australia with wait times stretching out to 18 months. We find out what all the fuss is about. VALUE The RAV4 range kicks off with the front-drive GX model at roughly $44,000 drive-away. The GXL model costsContinue Reading
This is the sort of car Subaru fans adore – a practical family wagon with the turbocharged heart of a WRX. The brand has a lot of history in this area, with models such as the Liberty RS and GT, as well as the high-riding Forester GT and XT machinesContinue Reading
Fiat needs you to fall in love with its new electric hatchback, because a decision to buy the 500e will be made with the heart, not the head. Cuter than kittens, the nuova bambino has a retro charm that electric rivals cannot touch. Few electric hatchbacks have a familiar faceContinue Reading
Volkswagen’s T-Roc has become one of its most popular models. Roughly one in five VW customers pick the Golf-sized compact SUV, thanks in part to a lack of supply of other models. In response, Volkswagen has created a new entry point to the T-Roc range. Priced from $36,990 drive-away, theContinue Reading