Chinese brand Chery is expanding aggressively in Australia and its Tiggo 7 Pro mid-size SUV has just landed in showrooms. The Toyota RAV4-sized family-hauler joins the smaller Omoda 5 in its local line-up. Several more models are due next year. Prices start at $39,990 drive-away and the Tiggo 7 ProContinue Reading
Alfa Romeo is the latest brand to enter the small SUV market with its Tonale. Here are five things you need to know. It’s the cheapest Alfa Romeo The Tonale line-up starts at about $56,000 drive-away for the Ti variant and jumps to about $65,000 for the better equipped VeloceContinue Reading
More than 30,000 vehicles sold between 2021 and 2023 are affected, including hybrid and petrol versions. A recall notice issued by the Federal Government Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts says part of the vehicle may fall off when in motion. It says the lower resinContinue Reading
MG has built an electric hot hatch that boasts some impressive numbers. The MG4 Xpower uses two electric motors to make 320kW and 600Nm delivered to all four wheels. That adds up to a claimed 0-100km/h time of 3.8 seconds for the car, which costs just $59,990 (plus on-road costs).Continue Reading
The Cupra Leon VZX Sportstourer is an oasis in an SUV desert. It’s the Spanish version of the vaunted Volkswagen Golf R wagon, which has recently been axed in Australia leaving a gaping hole for drivers wanting a sporty wagon under $100,000. Cupra is looking to seize the opportunity andContinue Reading
Hatchbacks once ruled the roost in Australian driveways before the SUV boom. They still make a lot of sense for those prepared to sacrifice the space of an SUV for a better equipped cabin. A new brand with a familiar feel Cupra is a relatively unknown brand in Australia, havingContinue Reading
The compact SUV market is one of the most cutthroat in the business and now another sporty flavoured European brand has entered the fray. Here is everything you need to know about the Cupra Formentor. VALUE Formentor prices start at $54,990 drive-away for the base V variant tested here andContinue Reading
Mazda’s new CX-90 moves the brand into uncharted territory. The new flagship SUV is bigger, more luxurious and expensive than any model previously offered by the Japanese brand. It is due to go on sale locally later this year as a replacement for the seven-seat CX-9. The CX-90 will beContinue Reading
Hyundai’s new big seven-seat SUV gives environmentally conscious families an option outside extremely expensive all-electric options. Here’s what you need to know about the Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid. VALUE Hyundai recently added petrol-electric power to its big Santa Fe seven-seat SUV. It’s available in two model grades: Elite and Highlander,Continue Reading
Porsche is famous for thrilling sports cars. But its best-selling model is a compact SUV that shines in the real world. The value-focused Porsche Macan T makes a lot of sense. T IS FOR TOURING This is the first time Porsche has applied its Touring designation to an SUV. Previously,Continue Reading