A bit of a character, with a background in modelling and acting. Jenny brings the daring energy and an excellent argument for why being yourself is the only review style that works.
News & RecallsHyundai Australia has dropped the KONA Electric and IONIQ 5 by $8,000 MLP, effective 5 June. The KONA Electric now starts from $46,000 and the IONIQ 5 from $68,200. With BYD posting 8,000 monthly sales, the market told Hyundai where the new floor is.
The BYD Sealion 5 PHEV starts at $33,990 plus on-road costs, making it Australia's cheapest plug-in hybrid SUV. Seventy-one kilometres of electric range means most school runs happen on electricity.
Chery's premium sub-brand has confirmed the petrol Jaecoo J5 from $25,990 driveaway, undercutting the Mazda CX-3 by close to ten grand. The J5 EV stays at $35,990 plus on-road costs.
Geely has confirmed it will grow from two models to seven in Australia by 2027, including a cheap EV hatch, a Prado-chasing PHEV 4x4 and a Camry rival. Here is the plan.
News & RecallsMazda has priced the third-generation CX-5 in Australia from $39,990 with deliveries from July. The catch is the engine. Petrol only until 2028.
BYD Seal 6, MG4 EV Urban and Tesla Model Y L all scored five ANCAP stars in the May results. The fine print on the Tesla is worth reading before you put your kids in the back.
The government paused the EV road user charge on 12 May. The FBT exemption that put 100,000 EVs on Australian roads is quietly being wound back at the same time.
News & RecallsGeely Auto Australia has passed 2,000 monthly registrations for the first time, a useful proof point for buyers wondering if Chinese brands have staying power here.
Utes8:14Kia's first crack at a ute is not a half-effort. Jenny takes the off-road-focused X-Pro through real Australian terrain and explains where it lands against the HiLux, Ranger and BT-50.
4WD & SUV6:21EV-style acceleration, no plug. Jenny tests Nissan's e-POWER series hybrid in the N-Design spec to see if it actually delivers what it promises.
Hot Hatches7:26Hybrid only, two trims, a Civic that actually wants to be a Civic again. Jenny tests Honda's most refined small hatch in years.
EVs7:29The cheapest electric SUV-shaped thing Australia has had in years. Jenny takes the INSTER through city, highway and the actual question - does it fit your life?
4WD & SUV5:58Sharper styling, smarter safety, same Isuzu honesty. Jenny tests the updated MU-X LS-T to see if it still nails the tough family 4WD brief.
4WD & SUV9:19Mid-tier trim, top-tier expectations. Jenny tests the new Prado VX to find out if Toyota's most important 4WD update in a decade gets it right.
4WD & SUV8:11Eight seats, a turbo-petrol hybrid, and the most sensible new-car buy in the family segment. Jenny tests Kia's hybrid Carnival.
4WD & SUV5:37Tech-packed, fuel-efficient, and styled to be the most striking compact SUV Toyota builds. Jenny tests the C-HR Koba Hybrid to see if it delivers.
Hot Hatches5:17The first all-electric Abarth, with a synthesised exhaust note and a very Italian price tag. Jenny tests whether it earns the scorpion badge.
EVsJenny escapes to the Blue Mountains in Hyundai's electric KONA. A weekend away that tests range, charging stops, and whether the EV lifestyle holds up on a holiday.
EVs8:12Extended Range battery, bold new styling, and the smartest small electric SUV Hyundai has built. Jenny tests the Kona Electric Premium.
EVs7:36Hyundai's first high-performance EV and the most committed electric hot hatch on sale. Jenny tests the IONIQ 5 N to see if N has cracked the code.
4WD & SUV5:17Plug-in hybrid, all-wheel drive, and the most distinctive cabin in the segment. Jenny tests the Tonale Q4 to see if it earns the Alfa badge.
EVs7:43The EV that broke the affordability barrier in Australia. Jenny tests the BYD Atto 3 Extended Range to see how it holds up against the newer competition.
EVs9:09MG's second EV in Australia, undercutting almost everything in the segment. Jenny tests the Excite and Essence trims to see what you actually give up.
4WD & SUV8:33Petrol or hybrid, second-generation styling, more space inside. Jenny tests the new KONA in its non-electric trims.
4WD & SUV13:09Three rows, inline-six turbo petrol, and Mazda's most ambitious cabin yet. Jenny tests the CX-90 to see if it sits at the top of the Mazda range.
4WD & SUV6:33Pre-e-POWER Qashqai with the 1.3 L turbo petrol. Jenny tests the top Ti trim of the all-new third-generation small SUV.
4WD & SUV6:13The Corolla, in SUV form, with hybrid and AWD options. Jenny tests the new Corolla Cross to see what the small SUV gains over the hatch.
4WD & SUV8:14Affordable seven-seat SUV from India, packed with kit. Jenny tests the XUV700 to see if it earns the under-$40k entry price.
Hot Hatches6:34Turbocharged three-cylinder, all-wheel drive, and a six-speed manual. Jenny tests Toyota's most committed hot hatch.
Sometimes the fix for a real safety recall is reassuringly engineered. Sometimes it's a bit of foam, a sticker and a strongly worded letter from corporate.
4WD & SUV7:07Sharper styling, turbo petrol AWD, the GT Line on top. Jenny tests the most desirable Seltos.
4WD & SUV11:33Seven seats, plug-in hybrid, 84 km of electric range. Jenny tests the Outlander PHEV Exceed Tourer.
4WD & SUV9:54V6 petrol, eight seats, American-style proportions. Jenny tests the new Pathfinder Ti to see if Nissan's family SUV still has a place.
EVs12:17Volvo running gear, sharper design, properly fast. Jenny tests the Polestar 2 and previews the MY24 updates.
4WD & SUV9:27Fourth-gen X-Trail (the Nissan Rogue in the US), with new platform and serious cabin upgrade. Jenny tests the Ti variant.
4WD & SUV8:13Plug-in hybrid SUV at PHEV-segment-breaking pricing. Jenny tests the HS Plus EV Essence to see if the value play actually works.
4WD & SUV6:54Hyundai's first Santa Fe hybrid, before the boxy 2024 redesign. Jenny tests the Highlander spec.
EVs3:59Five electric cars under $65,000 worth a look heading into 2023. A practical guide to what Australian buyers could afford to go electric in at the time.
EVs12:20Same E-GMP platform as the IONIQ 5 and EV6, but treated like a piece of jewellery inside. Jenny tests the AWD Performance.
4WD & SUV8:01Third-generation HR-V, properly redesigned, sensibly equipped. Jenny tests the top Vi X trim.
4WD & SUV7:36Skoda's first car for CarTell - RS trim, seven seats, properly quick. Jenny tests the value play in the VW Group family.
4WD & SUV3:36Two-door, tiny, properly capable off-road. Jenny's quick take on the most charming small 4WD on sale.
Hot Hatches10:04Small body, big punch, properly grown-up cabin. Jenny tests the Polo GTI.
EVs10:11All-electric small SUV with sharp styling and proper range. Jenny tests the new Niro EV GT-Line.
Hot Hatches7:20Elantra N in the US, i30 Sedan N in Australia. Jenny tests Hyundai's performance four-door.
4WD & SUV8:16The smallest, cheapest Kia SUV on sale. Jenny tests the Stonic to see if it earns its budget.
Hot Hatches9:24Rear-drive, naturally aspirated, manual gearbox. Jenny tests the BRZ S to see if the second-generation still delivers.
EVs11:58E-GMP platform, 800 V architecture, and Kia's first crack at a properly distinct EV identity. Jenny tests the EV6.
The dual-clutch i30 N proves you don't have to choose between a track car and a daily. Sydney traffic and a Sunday morning b-road.
4WD & SUVPeople movers got interesting again. Jenny takes a close look at the Hyundai Staria, the van-shaped thing Hyundai is asking you to park outside your house in 2022.
EVs10:12Volvo's first all-electric SUV, properly sorted in twin-motor trim. Jenny tests the XC40 Recharge.
Hot Hatches4:42Manual only, three-cylinder turbo, properly fun. Jenny tests the smallest Hyundai N.
4WD & SUVWine country meets compact SUV. Jenny takes the Suzuki Vitara Turbo through the Barossa to test whether it can handle a proper weekend away without feeling like a compromise.
4WD & SUV5:21Sci-fi exterior, work-spec interior, plenty of cargo room. Jenny tests Hyundai's commercial Staria.
4WD & SUV9:05i30 N's hot-hatch heart in a small SUV body. Jenny tests the KONA N in its top Premium trim.
4WD & SUV12:03Kia's first plug-in hybrid seven-seater, with grid charging and proper EV-only range. Jenny tests the GT-Line.
Hot Hatches9:08Turbo, sport tune, sedan body. Jenny tests the Cerato GT in four-door form.
4WD & SUV10:123.5 L twin-turbo V6, AWD, full luxury pack. Jenny tests the petrol Genesis GV70 Sport.
Hot Hatches10:28First DCT version of the i30 N. Jenny tests the dual-clutch hot hatch revamp.
4WD & SUV7:32Tiny SUV-look hatch with proper city manners. Jenny tests the Ignis GLX.
4WD & SUV10:33Small SUV with French styling and a punchy 1.2 L turbo. Jenny tests the GT Sport.
Utes7:27Pre-Warrior Pro-4X spec, the standard top-of-the-range Navara. Jenny tests it.
4WD & SUV9:59Mid-cycle facelift, more modern cabin, entry P250 spec. Jenny tests the small Jaguar.
EVs8:09Kia's first all-electric model in Australia. Subcompact SUV, KONA EV platform.
4WD & SUV8:54Petrol-electric hybrid Niro. Jenny tests the most affordable Niro in the range.
4WD & SUV8:21Hyundai's smallest, cheapest SUV. Jenny tests the Venue at its sub-$24k price point.
4WD & SUV10:54Mazda's largest SUV gets a mid-cycle update. Jenny tests the new CX-9.
UtesAustralia's favourite ute category gets a beach test. Jenny takes the Isuzu D-MAX X-Terrain to the coast to find out if the top-spec variant earns its price in the sand.
4WD & SUV10:45The Subaru Outback moves to a new generation. Jenny reviews the latest take on an Australian favourite to see if the changes justify the long wait.
4WD & SUV9:31The Nissan X-Trail has always favoured function over flash. Jenny checks whether the 2021 version still justifies a place on the family SUV shortlist.
Hot Hatches9:51The i30 Sedan N Line brings sporty looks and a firmer chassis tune without the full N price. Jenny reviews how well the Elantra package works in Australian conditions.
Hot Hatches10:05The i20 N is Hyundai's hot hatch aimed at buyers who want performance without the Golf GTI price. Jenny reviews whether the small N delivers the goods.
News & RecallsTwo alternative fuel stories in one segment. Jenny covers the electric Mazda MX-30 landing in Australia alongside the Hyundai NEXO hydrogen update for 2021.
4WD & SUV9:50The Tucson arrives in all-new form for 2021 with bold styling and a cabin aiming well above its price. Jenny reviews whether the redesign delivers more than just the looks.
4WD & SUV9:46The Kona N Line facelift brings sharper looks and a sportier tune to Hyundai's popular small SUV. Jenny reviews the 2021 update to see how much it improves on an already solid package.
News & Recalls4:46The 2021 Camry update adds more power and a new grade. Also: a P400 Range Rover is heading to Australia and the state of self-driving in Germany. Three stories in one segment.
4WD & SUV10:57The Palisade is Hyundai's large family SUV, new to Australia and loaded with features. Jenny reviews whether it makes a dent in a segment the Japanese brands have long owned.
4WD & SUV4:10The all-new Pathfinder revealed and here is what was known ahead of its Australian arrival. Also: a facelifted Mercedes E-Class and Apple's autonomous vehicle status in 2021.
Utes7:22The Mazda BT-50 gets a ground-up redesign on an Isuzu platform. Jenny reviews the new XT Dual Cab 4x4 Manual to see if the extra polish makes it a genuine ute contender.
News & Recalls3:46Stellantis became the world's fourth-largest car company and the question everyone was asking: what happens to the Hellcat? Also the new Pathfinder and a new Mercedes line.
Hot Hatches10:36The Mazda 3 X20 Astina sits at the top of the range with Skyactiv-X mild hybrid technology. Jenny reviews whether the engineering story justifies the premium over the standard car.
Hot HatchesThe i30 Sedan gets sport styling without the hot hatch price. Jenny takes a first look at the N Line variant and its case for buyers who want sporty looks with a boot.
4WD & SUV12:23Kia's three-row SUV grew up in a big way for 2021. Jenny puts the top GT-Line through its paces as the Sorento bids hard for large family money.
4WD & SUV10:08The Juke is back, still weird, now better. Jenny reviews the 2021 model in Ti trim and asks whether Nissan's polarising small SUV has earned its second act.
4WD & SUV9:49Subaru's smallest crossover now comes with a mild hybrid system. Jenny reviews the 2021 XV Hybrid to work out whether the electrification adds more than it costs.
Utes11:32The D-Max went genuinely all-new for 2021, which does not always mean what it sounds like. Jenny drives Isuzu's fresh ute and confirms: this time, all-new actually means all-new.
EVs9:22The Leaf has been Australia's accessible EV for years. Jenny reviews the latest version and asks whether Nissan's update is enough to keep it relevant in a market that has moved on.
News & Recalls5:59Five features showing up in new cars by 2020 that buyers should know about before signing anything. Jenny covers the tech worth asking for on your next purchase.
Hot Hatches8:35The Focus Wagon is rare in Australia. Jenny reviews the 2020 ST-Line estate to see whether a practical wagon body can make the case against the crossover tide.
4WD & SUV11:13Renault's compact crossover plays a quiet game in a noisy segment. Jenny reviews the 2020 Kadjar in Zen trim to see whether the French entry has a distinctive argument.
Hot HatchesThe Mustang GT is still the V8 one. Jenny takes the 2019 facelift through its paces and finds out if the five-litre is still worth the price of admission in Australia.
4WD & SUV8:44The ASX has been around long enough to know its own limitations. Jenny takes the top Exceed trim to find out if longevity equals relevance in a crowded subcompact field.
4WD & SUV9:06Kia arrives in Australia's subcompact SUV fight with the Seltos: fresh styling and a CVT that takes the edge off the competition. Jenny checks if it earns the hype.
Hot HatchesThe 2020 Hyundai Veloster Turbo Premium is a quirky and likeable hot hatch with a turbocharged 1.6-litre engine, a distinctive three-door layout and a generous list of features for the money.
EVs15:08Tesla's Model 3 turned heads from the moment it landed in Australia. This early review looks at whether the sensible family EV actually delivers on its considerable promise.
UtesThe 2020 Mitsubishi Triton GLX+ is a dual-cab ute that keeps its focus on traditional working values, offering a capable 2.4-litre diesel drivetrain, genuine four-wheel drive hardware and competitive pricing.
Hot Hatches8:20The Kia Picanto GT brings a sporty trim to Australia's most entry-level segment. Jenny finds out if the city car's GT badge comes with any meaningful performance credentials.
4WD & SUVThe 2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid combines a 2.5-litre petrol engine with an electric motor for a combined system output of 163kW and claimed combined fuel consumption of around 4.8 litres per 100km.
Hot Hatches8:14The Kia Rio GT-Line has the sporty cosmetics without a corresponding performance overhaul. Jenny drives what Australia's affordable hatch segment looks like in its smartest dress.
Hot HatchesJenny reviews the 2019 Mazda6 Wagon in the Touring trim. Minor updates include G-Vectoring Plus, tyre pressure monitoring, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and an improved FM antenna.
Utes9:33The Isuzu D-MAX in its LS-T trim remains a serious option in Australia's competitive ute market. Jenny checks if minor updates are enough to hold off the newer competition.
4WD & SUVThe 2019 Mazda CX-3 Akari AWD brings a sharpened exterior, improved features list and Mazda's characteristic driving refinement to the small urban SUV segment at a drive-away price of around 37,490 dollars.
EVs10:15Hyundai's first fully electric SUV arrived in Australia with genuine range and a price closer to the mainstream than most EVs at the time. Jenny reviews the KONA Electric.
Luxury9:01The Jaguar F-Type Convertible with a 2.0-litre turbo is a controversial proposition. Jenny reviews whether the four-cylinder engine belongs in one of Britain's best-looking sports cars.
4WD & SUV8:49The Suzuki Vitara Turbo AllGrip brings AWD and a turbocharged engine to a compact city SUV that does not pretend to be something it is not. Jenny reviews the practical case.
Luxury8:06The Jaguar F-Pace 25d R-Sport revisits a model CarTell has driven before, this time in the lower-output diesel trim. Jenny reviews if the entry point into F-Pace ownership still satisfies.
4WD & SUVThe all-new Suzuki Jimny arrived in Australia after a long wait. Jenny looks at what it can actually do and who it is realistically for.
4WD & SUV8:55The Kia Carnival reviewed in Australia. Eight seats, practical layout, and a price that makes people-mover buyers look twice before signing for a large SUV instead.
Luxury8:15Jenny reviews the XC90 T6 in R-Design spec. Seven seats, petrol twin-charged engine, and a Swedish interior that still sets the benchmark for how a luxury family SUV should feel inside.
Jaguar at its most accessible - and the rare luxury compact SUV that doesn't feel like it's been engineered by a focus group.
4WD & SUVThe Subaru Outback sits between a wagon and an SUV and apologises to neither. Jenny reviews the 2019 2.5i Premium and looks at who actually buys this car.
Special-edition utes usually take a few thousand dollars off you for not much. The FX4 is the rare exception - Ford has actually thought about it.
UtesJenny reviews the 2018 Nissan Navara ST-X Dual Cab 4x4. The biggest changes for 2018 target ride quality and comfort, as Nissan works to address a persistent criticism of the outgoing model.
4WD & SUVJenny reviews the all-new 2019 Volvo XC40 T5 Momentum AWD in its Launch Edition. Volvo's first entry into the subcompact SUV segment sold out even before the review was completed.
Hot HatchesJenny reviews the all-new Holden Commodore Calais V, now based on the Opel Insignia and built in Germany. The V6 variant produces 235 kW and 381 Nm, but the absence of a V8, rear-wheel drive and sedan body raises questions about the Commodore name.
Hot HatchesJenny reviews the 2018 Kia Stinger in the mid-spec 330S trim. The 3.3-litre V6 twin-turbo produces 272 kW and 510 Nm, and covers 0 to 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds with launch control.
4WD & SUVJenny reviews the 2018 Nissan Patrol Ti-L, the premium seven-seat flagship with a 5.6-litre V8 producing 298 kW and 560 Nm. It is nearing the end of its current generation but remains a capable rival to the Toyota Landcruiser.
Hot HatchesThe 2018 Toyota Camry is an all-new model, now imported from Japan after Australian manufacturing ceased. Jenny reviews the entry Ascent trim with a 2.5-litre petrol producing 131 kW and 221 Nm.
4WD & SUVJenny reviews the 2018 Hyundai Sonata in its top Premium trim. The mid-size sedan segment has been quietly getting better, and the Sonata makes a case for itself.
4WD & SUVThe all-new 2018 Kia Sorento arrives with redesigned headlights, taillights and a revised grille. Jenny reviews the entry petrol Si 2WD with its 3.5-litre V6 producing 206 kW and 336 Nm of torque.
Hot HatchesJenny reviews the 2017 Hyundai i30 SR Turbo, the sportier variant of the all-new i30. It uses a 1.6-litre turbo petrol producing 150 kW and 265 Nm, available with a six-speed manual or seven-speed dual-clutch.
Hot HatchesThe 2017 Kia Rio SLi receives a significant number of updates for the year, though Kia stops short of calling it an all-new model. A 1.4-litre petrol with a four-speed automatic is paired with a top-spec feature list.
4WD & SUVJenny reviews the all-new 2017 Mazda CX-5 in the Touring AWD variant. The updated model draws design cues from the flagship CX-9 and is available with multiple trim levels and engine options.
Hot HatchesHyundai introduces a sportier Elantra for 2017 with the SR Turbo. It shares its 1.6-litre turbo petrol with the i30 SR, producing 150 kW and 265 Nm, and looks distinct from the standard Elantra.
4WD & SUVThe Volkswagen Multivan is the expensive van that people buy instead of a people mover when they want to feel better about buying a people mover. Jenny reviews the 2015 model.
4WD & SUVThe 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe Highlander Diesel adds extra features to an already popular large SUV. It competes with the Toyota Kluger, Nissan Pathfinder and Ford Territory.
Hot HatchesThe 2014 Toyota Corolla ZR Sedan is the top of the Corolla sedan range, paired with a seven-speed CVT. It brings a 1.8-litre engine with 103 kW and 173 Nm into a well-contested small car segment.
Hot HatchesThe 2014 Holden Volt is a petrol-electric vehicle shared with the Chevrolet Volt. It combines an electric motor with a petrol engine as a range extender, giving drivers extended range without the anxiety of a pure EV.
4WD & SUVThe 2013 Nissan Patrol ST-L arrives with a 5.6-litre V8 petrol engine producing 298 kW and 560 Nm of torque. It is a large, capable 4WD aimed squarely at the Toyota Landcruiser.
Hot HatchesThe 2013 Kia Cerato arrives in Australia with a 2-litre engine, 129 kW of power and 209 Nm of torque. It targets the competitive small car segment and aims to stand out on value and equipment.
hatchback3m 35sThe new-generation Corolla arrives as a more mature, more refined car than its predecessor. Toyota has worked hard to make the world's best-selling car more interesting.
sedan4m 50sThe updated Chrysler 300 Limited brings American luxury with a European twist. Wide, long and confident, it makes no apologies for being exactly what it is.
sedan3m 13sHyundai's midsize diesel sedan competes with the Mazda 6 and Honda Accord. It has the equipment to back up its ambitions.
coupe3m 8sToyota built a proper sports car. Rear-wheel drive, naturally aspirated, engineered to make you smile. This is not a car you buy for practical reasons.
4WD & SUV4m 32sThe LandCruiser 200 VX in petrol V8 form is a serious machine. Serious size, serious capability and a seriously serious price.
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