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The Subaru Forester Special Edition runs the impressive WRX turbo 2.5-litre engine linked to the WRX's auto paddle-shift five speed unit and a 45/55 split AWD system. Picture: Contributed
1/28The Subaru Forester Special Edition runs the impressive WRX turbo 2.5-litre engine linked to the WRX's auto paddle-shift five speed unit and a 45/55 split AWD system. Picture: Contributed
All Australian-specified Audi A7 Sportbacks will be combined with Audi's seven-speed S tronic transmission and quattro all-wheel drive. Picture: Contributed
2/28All Australian-specified Audi A7 Sportbacks will be combined with Audi's seven-speed S tronic transmission and quattro all-wheel drive. Picture: Contributed
The BMW X3 SUV comes with BMW's Intelligent XDrive all-wheel drive. Picture: Contributed
3/28The BMW X3 SUV comes with BMW's Intelligent XDrive all-wheel drive. Picture: Contributed
Ferrari dealerships will sell a special new city car, the Abarth 695 Tributo Ferrari, for about $80,000. Picture: Contributed
4/28Ferrari dealerships will sell a special new city car, the Abarth 695 Tributo Ferrari, for about $80,000. Picture: Contributed
The 2011 Volkswagen Amarok had no issues with a soaked track. Picture: Iain Curry
5/28The 2011 Volkswagen Amarok had no issues with a soaked track. Picture: Iain Curry
The 2011 Suzuki Swift is larger inside and it sits on a bigger wheelbase. Picture: Contributed
6/28The 2011 Suzuki Swift is larger inside and it sits on a bigger wheelbase. Picture: Contributed
The Nissan Pathfinder TI comes with cruise control, Bluetooth, dual zone air-conditioning, heated seats, xenon headlights, reversing camera and self-folding mirrors as standard. . Picture: Contributed
7/28The Nissan Pathfinder TI comes with cruise control, Bluetooth, dual zone air-conditioning, heated seats, xenon headlights, reversing camera and self-folding mirrors as standard. . Picture: Contributed
The new Ssangyong Actyon utility is likely to go on sale in Australia and across the globe from early 2012. Picture: Contributed
8/28The new Ssangyong Actyon utility is likely to go on sale in Australia and across the globe from early 2012. Picture: Contributed
Honda's City VTi is well built, has smart design and has an engine that will offer pleasing fuel economy. Picture: Contributed
9/28Honda's City VTi is well built, has smart design and has an engine that will offer pleasing fuel economy. Picture: Contributed
Subaru Australia has released a special edition Outback 2.5i Touring model representing outstanding value with a raft of accessories perfect for road trips. Picture: Contributed
10/28Subaru Australia has released a special edition Outback 2.5i Touring model representing outstanding value with a raft of accessories perfect for road trips. Picture: Contributed
The Audi A1 shares its underpinnings with the VW Polo that has been lauded the world over. Picture: Contributed
11/28The Audi A1 shares its underpinnings with the VW Polo that has been lauded the world over. Picture: Contributed
The Kizashi XLS has beautiful form, and even though it is a genuine mid-size offering, still manages to look sportily compact with its short overhangs front and rear. Picture: Contributed
12/28The Kizashi XLS has beautiful form, and even though it is a genuine mid-size offering, still manages to look sportily compact with its short overhangs front and rear. Picture: Contributed
The grille of the Mazda 3 is one feature of the car that has strongly polarised opinion, with some critics saying it makes the 3 look a tad aggressive while others disagree, pointing to the grille as a defining moment. Picture: Contributed
13/28The grille of the Mazda 3 is one feature of the car that has strongly polarised opinion, with some critics saying it makes the 3 look a tad aggressive while others disagree, pointing to the grille as a defining moment. Picture: Contributed
On the outside, the stylish Civic Si has been given a sportier look, with a Civic Type R inspired mesh grille replacing the clear plastic grille from the previous model. Picture: Contributed
14/28On the outside, the stylish Civic Si has been given a sportier look, with a Civic Type R inspired mesh grille replacing the clear plastic grille from the previous model. Picture: Contributed
With the i40, Hyundai sets out to make premium quality accessible to everyone, in line with its “modern premium” philosophy. Picture: Contributed
15/28With the i40, Hyundai sets out to make premium quality accessible to everyone, in line with its “modern premium” philosophy. Picture: Contributed
Mercedes-Benz has injected additional interest into the premium wagon segment with a new entry-level diesel version of the large E-Class range. Picture: Contributed
16/28Mercedes-Benz has injected additional interest into the premium wagon segment with a new entry-level diesel version of the large E-Class range. Picture: Contributed
The Chery J1 light hatch will be available from an eye-catching $11,990 drive away, making it the joint cheapest car available in Australia today alongside the Proton S16 and Geely MK. Picture: Contributed
17/28The Chery J1 light hatch will be available from an eye-catching $11,990 drive away, making it the joint cheapest car available in Australia today alongside the Proton S16 and Geely MK. Picture: Contributed
The Kia Optima Prestige 2011 has an executive feel. Picture: Contributed
18/28The Kia Optima Prestige 2011 has an executive feel. Picture: Contributed
The Mazda MX5 Roadster Coupe's direct response steering allows the car to soar. Picture: Contributed
19/28The Mazda MX5 Roadster Coupe's direct response steering allows the car to soar. Picture: Contributed
While you don't quite reap the performance rewards that the looks of Mitsubishi Lancer VRX promotes, it remains an enjoyable car for most drivers and conditions. Picture: Contributed
20/28While you don't quite reap the performance rewards that the looks of Mitsubishi Lancer VRX promotes, it remains an enjoyable car for most drivers and conditions. Picture: Contributed
The Jeep Wranger update to celebrate its 70th year on the road sees the inclusion of a revised version of the 2.8-litre four-cylinder turbo- diesel engine that produces more power and is more efficient than the previous version. Picture: Contributed
21/28The Jeep Wranger update to celebrate its 70th year on the road sees the inclusion of a revised version of the 2.8-litre four-cylinder turbo- diesel engine that produces more power and is more efficient than the previous version. Picture: Contributed
The Hyundai i45's design brief was to create 'presence'. Picture: Contributed
22/28The Hyundai i45's design brief was to create 'presence'. Picture: Contributed
The Volvo S60 is available with a smooth turbo-petrol or frugal turbo-diesel powerplant. Picture: Contributed
23/28The Volvo S60 is available with a smooth turbo-petrol or frugal turbo-diesel powerplant. Picture: Contributed
Car designer of the century, Giorgetto Giugiaro, styled the body of the SsangYong Korando compact SUV. Picture: Contributed
24/28Car designer of the century, Giorgetto Giugiaro, styled the body of the SsangYong Korando compact SUV. Picture: Contributed
Given the Mitsubishi ASX 2WD is at the bottom of the tree, it's a surprisingly well finished and spacious cabin. Picture: Contributed
25/28Given the Mitsubishi ASX 2WD is at the bottom of the tree, it's a surprisingly well finished and spacious cabin. Picture: Contributed
Mazda has released a special edition of its MX-5 with styling and suspension upgrades. Picture: Contributed
26/28Mazda has released a special edition of its MX-5 with styling and suspension upgrades. Picture: Contributed
The 2011 Suzuki Swift looks similar to its predecessor, but just about every component is new. Picture: Contributed
27/28The 2011 Suzuki Swift looks similar to its predecessor, but just about every component is new. Picture: Contributed
The Holden Spark's 1.2 litre engine is an honest worker, although struggles on the big hills. Picture: Contributed
28/28The Holden Spark's 1.2 litre engine is an honest worker, although struggles on the big hills. Picture: Contributed
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