Infinite’s go-anywhere limo
Big Japanese offroader is civilised in the city and capable in the bush.
New Cars
Honda’s inspired hot hatch
The Japanese manufacturer has made some boring cars in recent years, but this is not one of them.
First drive: Citroen chic C3
Being fashionable comes at a price. The Citroen C3, from $26,990 drive-away, is one of the dearest in the city-car segment yet the “style statement” isn’t as well equipped as cheaper rivals.
Battle of the pocket rockets
There’s a new pocket rocket in town. The Suzuki Swift Sport takes on a retiring legend, Ford’s Fiesta ST.
First drive: Volkswagen Polo
The smallest car in the VW range is surprisingly roomy and well equipped.
Budget Indian take-away: the $26K family SUV
Priced from $25,990 drive-away and able to carry a netball team.Mahindra’s XUV500 leads the launch into the hearts of budget-conscious Aussies.
Tested: Commodore vs Camry
FOR 40 years the Holden Commodore only had one true rival, the Ford Falcon. The new model, however, enters the cut-throat mid-size sedan market.
Hyundai Santa Fe gets smarter, sharper, more spacious
The fourth generation of Hyundai’s seven-seat Santa Fe matches the Toyota Kluger and Mazda CX-9 for space. Its safety gear will even stop you leaving a child or pet behind.
First drive: Nissan Navara
Revamped workhorse aimed at regaining lost ground in ultra-competitive ute market.
Rangie’s got grunt but treads lightly
The Velar sits comfortably between the chic Evoque and top-line Range Rover.
Best ute deals
THE hidden reason March is the second biggest month of the year for super sharp deals on utes.
Hot new hatch for the family
Having a hot hatch as your only car is a worry but not with Renault’s Megane RS, due in Australia in about six months — the new five-door comes with an automatic transmission.
German Holden Commodore tested
THIS is the biggest change to Commodore in 40 years: no V8 and it’s smaller than before. Will the heartland buy it?
Upgraded MX-5 a timely arrival
Better bits transform Mazda’s MX-5 from a fun convertible into a corner-carver that can embarrass more powerful cars.
Subaru Outback takes on rivals with new style and extra safety
After more than two decades comfortably enjoying its own niche, the stalwart Outback off-road wagon faces renewed competition. Subaru has waved the styling wand over it and added gear.
Ford Ranger Raptor unveiled
THE Ford Ranger Raptor has finally been unveiled. It has a bold new look, race ready suspension … and a twin-turbo 2.0-litre diesel.
New Jeep a step in the right direction
Jeep has the basics right with the Compass SUV — and it holds an off-road edge — but active driving aids are optional.
Toyota’s powerful new Camry hybrid flicks the switch
Hybrid power and a comprehensive new look add sizzle and personality to Toyota’s imported Camry
Hollywood or bust: Jeep’s on the comeback trail
Jeep has launched a new Cherokee — the rugged Trailhawk adds plenty of creature comforts to woo back the buyers Down Under but very few will take it off-road.
Eclipse Cross is riding high
Mitsubishi has designs on growing its already sizeable share of the SUV market. Enter the Eclipse Cross …
Have a look at this Chinese SUV
Chinese carmaker Haval has trimmed the price and packed in the features for its seven-seat H9 SUV
Driven: Holden’s mid-size SUV
Holden’s import hope competes in the hottest SUV class against bestsellers from Toyota, Mazda and Hyundai. Does the top-spec Equinox have the power, packaging and equipment?
Road test: BMW’s sharper X3
SUVs are usually fairly dull vehicles to drive, but the Germans add some much-needed fun to the equation.
Reviewed: BMW’s sharper X3
Most SUVs are fairly dull affairs on a twisting road, but this German mid-sizer is genuinely fun to drive.
Australian roads ‘not ready’ for auto cars
A LACK of investment in infrastructure has pushed Australia off the road map when it comes to driverless cars, according to a new report.
Toyota develops new HiLux models
The top-selling HiLux has a trio of new models to counter tougher and more up-market rivals due this year.
First new G-Wagen in 40 years
It may not look different but Benz’s legendary off-roader has been updated for the 21st Century.
New Ford Ranger unveiled
IS that it? Much-hyped new Ford Ranger has been unveiled in the US ahead of its arrival in Australian showrooms mid year.
Toyota Fortuner soldiers on with lower price, same pack drill
The Fortuner is a big, Toyota-tough seven-seat off-roader that carries the troops and gear capably into the bush — but it goes AWOL on safety equipment.
Pocket rocket on a budget
IT MIGHT not be the most powerful car on the market, but it’s big on the fun factor.
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