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EVs6:562026 Hyundai ELEXIO Elite Review
Hyundai's new electric family SUV slots between the KONA Electric and IONIQ 5. Amelia spends a day in the Elite spec and finds out where it actually fits.
Hot Hatches6:302026 Toyota Corolla Sedan Review, smart buy or just safe?
Toyota's small sedan still does the safest, most sensible job in its segment. Jenny argues that is exactly the problem.
Luxury5:102026 Volvo XC60 B5 Ultra Review, the calm one in a noisy segment
The XC60 has been the quiet best-seller of the premium mid-size SUV segment for years. Simone explains why the B5 Ultra is still the one to pick if you want the Volvo, not the Tesla.
Utes8:142025 Kia Tasman X-Pro Review, Kia's first ute is genuinely good
Kia'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 & SUV8:422026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid Review, the biggest hybrid family SUV on sale here
The new Palisade goes hybrid and grows again. Amelia takes the seven-seat hybrid through a real Australian week and unpicks who it is actually for.
4WD & SUV7:092025 Ford Tourneo Titanium X Review, the eight-seat diesel done properly
Ford's big family mover, full diesel, eight seats, real boot. We put the Tourneo Titanium X through a proper Aussie family week.
Utes5:222025 Mitsubishi Triton GLX Review, the work ute that does work
Forty-five years of Triton, simplified. Amelia drives the work-spec GLX to see if Mitsubishi's cheapest dual-cab is still worth a look.
4WD & SUV4:132026 Mahindra XUV 3XO Review — Zip Zap Zoom, but is it any good?
Mahindra's compact SUV play for Australia. Three letters, three rows of features, and a price tag that's going to make a few rivals uncomfortable.
4WD & SUV6:212025 Nissan Qashqai e-POWER Review, the hybrid that drives like an EV
EV-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.
EVs11:022026 ZEEKR 7X Review, the luxury Chinese EV that means it
On road, off road, and on the track at The Bend. Amelia takes the new ZEEKR 7X through everything to see if Geely's premium EV brand has the goods.
Luxury7:212025 Genesis GV70 Luxury SUV Review — the German price tag, without the German
Genesis is making the German luxury brands work harder — and the GV70 is a big part of why. Amelia takes the 2.5T Sport through a week of suburban Sydney.
Hot Hatches7:262025 Honda Civic e:HEV Review, the grown-up hatch is back
Hybrid only, two trims, a Civic that actually wants to be a Civic again. Jenny tests Honda's most refined small hatch in years.
EVs7:292025 Hyundai INSTER Review — the EV under $40k Australia needs
The 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?
EVs8:402025 Hyundai IONIQ 9 Calligraphy Review, big battery, big calm
Hyundai's new flagship electric SUV. Seven seats, properly long range, and the most relaxing IONIQ to drive yet. Amelia takes the Calligraphy AWD for a week.
Utes10:142025 GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV Review — the plug-in ute that means it
37.1 kWh battery, up to 110 km EV-only, 3.5t towing and proper 4Ã4 with triple diff locks. Off-the-line lag and missing charge scheduling don't help — but the rest of the package is genuinely good.
4WD & SUV5:582025 Isuzu MU-X LS-T Review, the tough seven-seater under $70k
Sharper 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.
EVs8:012025 Volvo EX90 Plus Twin Motor Review
Sweden's seven-seat answer to the family EV. Simone takes Volvo's flagship electric SUV through a real Australian week.
EVs12:182025 Kia EV3 Long Range EARTH Review — small electric SUV done right
Is this the perfect first EV? The EV3 in EARTH spec finally answers what an everyday electric SUV should feel like in Australia.
EVs5:102025 Jeep Avenger Summit Review, Jeep's first proper electric SUV
Sun Yellow paint, dance-in-the-cabin lighting, and a Jeep badge running on electrons. Simone tests Jeep's first all-electric compact SUV in Australia.
EVs8:572025 Kia EV5 Earth Review, the mid-size EV that takes on Model Y
Kia's mid-size EV steps into the ring with Tesla, BYD and Hyundai. The Earth spec is the value play; here is whether it actually delivers.
4WD & SUV5:442025 Mazda CX-60 GT Review, premium upgrade or overpriced?
Mazda pushes into premium territory with the CX-60 GT Vision Luxury AWD. Amelia tests whether it earns its price tag or whether it is just a bigger CX-5.
4WD & SUV9:192025 Toyota Landcruiser Prado VX Review, the Goldilocks off-roader
Mid-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 & SUV8:112025 Kia Carnival GT-Line Hybrid Review, the people-mover gold standard
Eight seats, a turbo-petrol hybrid, and the most sensible new-car buy in the family segment. Jenny tests Kia's hybrid Carnival.
4WD & SUV5:372024 Toyota C-HR Koba Hybrid Review, sharp looking, sharper price
Tech-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 Hatches5:172024 Abarth 500e Review, the electric hot hatch with the price sting
The first all-electric Abarth, with a synthesised exhaust note and a very Italian price tag. Jenny tests whether it earns the scorpion badge.
EVs8:122024 Hyundai Kona Electric Premium Review, 505 km of small EV
Extended Range battery, bold new styling, and the smartest small electric SUV Hyundai has built. Jenny tests the Kona Electric Premium.
4WD & SUV7:452024 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy Review, the boxy seven-seater that works
Bold new boxy styling, hybrid powertrain, three rows that actually fit. Amelia tests the Calligraphy spec in the striking Earthy Brass paint.
Utes3:272024 Isuzu D-MAX X-TERRAIN Quick Review, Sunstone Orange and serious capability
Top spec D-MAX, eye-catching Sunstone Orange paint. Amelia takes a quick look at Isuzu's halo ute.
EVs7:092024 Volvo EX30 Dual Performance Ultra Review, the small EV that punches up
Small footprint, big performance, full Volvo cabin. Amelia tests the dual-motor Ultra spec to see if it earns the asking price.
EVs11:452024 Kia EV9 GT-Line Review, the family EV that finally fits
Three rows, real range, and an interior that makes the Tesla Model X look fussy. Simone tests the EV9 GT-Line on a real Sydney to Newcastle family run.
EVs7:362024 Hyundai IONIQ 5 N Review, the EV hot hatch that takes itself seriously
Hyundai'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.
EVs6:112024 Toyota bZ4X Review, Toyota's first proper EV
Toyota's first dedicated electric SUV, finally in Australia. Simone takes the bZ4X for a real-world look to see if the safe option has any teeth.
Hot Hatches4:362024 Fiat 500e Review, the fully electric Italian micro
Italian charm, urban-only range, and a price tag with attitude. Simone tests the 500e to see if the styling carries the price.
4WD & SUV5:172024 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 Review, Italian flair with a plug
Plug-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.
4WD & SUV5:572024 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve 4xe Review, the plug-in luxury Jeep
Plug-in hybrid, Jeep's flagship trim, all-wheel drive with low range. Simone tests the most luxurious Grand Cherokee on sale.
Utes5:292024 GWM Cannon X Review, the value ute that keeps showing up
Affordable, well-equipped, and slowly winning over the ute-buying public. Amelia tests the top-spec Cannon X.
Utes6:032024 Toyota Landcruiser 79 Series GXL Review, the V8 workhorse that won't die
The single-cab V8 ute the Australian outback refuses to give up. Amelia tests the GXL to see if the icon still earns the loyalty.
EVs7:432024 BYD Atto 3 Review, the affordable EV that started the revolution
The 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.
EVs9:092024 MG4 Review, the cheapest serious EV in Australia
MG'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 & SUV8:332024 Hyundai KONA Review, the petrol-and-hybrid second-gen small SUV
Petrol or hybrid, second-generation styling, more space inside. Jenny tests the new KONA in its non-electric trims.
4WD & SUV6:512023 Mahindra Scorpio Review, the value seven-seater 4WD
Indian-built, properly capable, and undercutting everything in its size class. Amelia tests the Scorpio to see if it earns its budget pricing.
4WD & SUV13:092024 Mazda CX-90 Review, Mazda's pinnacle SUV play
Three 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 & SUV6:332023 Nissan Qashqai Ti Review, the third-gen petrol turbo small SUV
Pre-e-POWER Qashqai with the 1.3 L turbo petrol. Jenny tests the top Ti trim of the all-new third-generation small SUV.
EVs7:262023 Genesis Electrified GV70 Review, luxury EV with quiet credibility
Hyundai-group running gear, Genesis cabin and the kind of refinement most of the German rivals lost when they went electric. Simone tests the Electrified GV70.
4WD & SUV6:132023 Toyota Corolla Cross Review, the practical Corolla SUV
The 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 & SUV8:142023 Mahindra XUV700 Review, the value seven-seat SUV
Affordable seven-seat SUV from India, packed with kit. Jenny tests the XUV700 to see if it earns the under-$40k entry price.
EVs7:442023 Mercedes EQB 350 Review, the seven-seat electric Mercedes
Compact luxury EV with seven seats and 4MATIC AWD. Simone tests the EQB 350 to see if Mercedes has built the family electric SUV the segment is missing.
Hot Hatches6:342023 Toyota Corolla GR Review, the turbocharged Corolla that earns the badge
Turbocharged three-cylinder, all-wheel drive, and a six-speed manual. Jenny tests Toyota's most committed hot hatch.
4WD & SUV7:072023 Kia Seltos GT Line Review, the small SUV that does the basics well
Sharper styling, turbo petrol AWD, the GT Line on top. Jenny tests the most desirable Seltos.
4WD & SUV9:292023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV Exceed Review, plug-in city SUV
Plug-in hybrid in a small SUV body. Simone tests the Eclipse Cross PHEV to see if it actually saves money at the pump.
4WD & SUV11:332023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Exceed Tourer Review, the EV stepping stone
Seven seats, plug-in hybrid, 84 km of electric range. Jenny tests the Outlander PHEV Exceed Tourer.
EVs8:262023 Hyundai IONIQ 6 Review, the streamliner EV sedan
E-GMP underpinnings, streamliner styling, properly efficient at highway speeds. Simone tests the IONIQ 6 to see if it earns the IONIQ 5 sister-car comparison.
EVs9:052023 Kia EV6 GT Review, the supercar-fast electric Kia
430 kW, dual motors, electronic limited-slip differential, and a 3.5 second 0 to 100. Simone tests Kia's wildest EV.
4WD & SUV9:542023 Nissan Pathfinder Ti Review, the eight-seat American family SUV
V6 petrol, eight seats, American-style proportions. Jenny tests the new Pathfinder Ti to see if Nissan's family SUV still has a place.
EVs7:572023 MG ZS EV Excite Review, the cheapest EV in Australia
MG's first volume EV, in the cheap Excite trim. Simone tests whether the value play actually holds up.
EVs12:172023 Polestar 2 Review, the EV the Tesla Model 3 has been waiting for
Volvo running gear, sharper design, properly fast. Jenny tests the Polestar 2 and previews the MY24 updates.
4WD & SUV9:272023 Nissan X-Trail Ti Review, the global family SUV
Fourth-gen X-Trail (the Nissan Rogue in the US), with new platform and serious cabin upgrade. Jenny tests the Ti variant.
EVs7:132023 Volvo C40 Recharge Twin Motor Ultimate Review, the coupe EV from Sweden
Twin-motor AWD, coupe roofline, Volvo's aggressive EV strategy in physical form. Simone tests the C40 Recharge Ultimate.
4WD & SUV8:132023 MG HS Plus EV Essence Review, the affordable plug-in hybrid
Plug-in hybrid SUV at PHEV-segment-breaking pricing. Jenny tests the HS Plus EV Essence to see if the value play actually works.
4WD & SUV6:542023 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid Highlander Review, the pre-update hybrid debut
Hyundai's first Santa Fe hybrid, before the boxy 2024 redesign. Jenny tests the Highlander spec.
EVs8:002023 Genesis Electrified G80 Review, the luxury EV sedan
Petrol G80 converted to electric without the EV-only styling. Quiet, properly luxurious, and a left-field choice over the equivalent BMW or Mercedes.
EVs12:202023 Genesis GV60 AWD Performance Review, the boutique electric SUV
Same E-GMP platform as the IONIQ 5 and EV6, but treated like a piece of jewellery inside. Jenny tests the AWD Performance.
4WD & SUV8:012022 Honda HR-V Vi X Review, the small SUV done sensibly
Third-generation HR-V, properly redesigned, sensibly equipped. Jenny tests the top Vi X trim.
4WD & SUV8:012023 Hyundai Palisade Elite Diesel Review, the eight-seat American-sized SUV
Big Hyundai SUV with eight seats and Bluelink. Simone tests the Elite Diesel before the Calligraphy update.
Hot Hatches5:142022 Toyota GR Yaris Rallye Review, the homologation-special hot hatch
1.6 L turbo three, AWD, manual gearbox, built for rally. Amelia tests the most committed Yaris ever made.
4WD & SUV7:362022 Skoda Kodiaq RS Review, the sleeper VW Group seven-seater
Skoda's first car for CarTell — RS trim, seven seats, properly quick. Jenny tests the value play in the VW Group family.
4WD & SUV4:332022 Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series Review, the new flagship 4WD
New TNGA-F platform, twin-turbo V6 diesel, and a year-long wait list. Simone gets the LC300 out of the carpark for a first drive.
4WD & SUV3:362022 Suzuki Jimny Lite Review, the proper micro 4WD
Two-door, tiny, properly capable off-road. Jenny's quick take on the most charming small 4WD on sale.
Hot Hatches10:042022 Volkswagen Polo GTI Review, the pocket hot hatch
Small body, big punch, properly grown-up cabin. Jenny tests the Polo GTI.
4WD & SUV5:172022 Kia Sorento Hybrid GT-Line Review, the seven-seat petrol hybrid
Petrol hybrid family SUV in the top GT-Line trim. Simone tests Kia's most considered Sorento.
EVs10:112023 Kia Niro EV GT-Line Review, the small EV that does the basics well
All-electric small SUV with sharp styling and proper range. Jenny tests the new Niro EV GT-Line.
Utes8:162022 Nissan Navara Pro-4X Warrior Premcar Review, the Aussie-tuned ute
Aussie firm Premcar takes the Navara Pro-4X and turns it into a properly capable factory-backed beast. Simone tests it.
Hot Hatches7:202022 Hyundai i30 Sedan N Review, the four-door hot hatch
Elantra N in the US, i30 Sedan N in Australia. Jenny tests Hyundai's performance four-door.
4WD & SUV8:162022 Kia Stonic Review, the affordable subcompact SUV
The smallest, cheapest Kia SUV on sale. Jenny tests the Stonic to see if it earns its budget.
Hot Hatches9:242022 Subaru BRZ S Review, the perfectly balanced sports coupe
Rear-drive, naturally aspirated, manual gearbox. Jenny tests the BRZ S to see if the second-generation still delivers.
EVs11:582022 Kia EV6 Review, Kia's first dedicated electric SUV
E-GMP platform, 800 V architecture, and Kia's first crack at a properly distinct EV identity. Jenny tests the EV6.
4WD & SUV7:132022 Kia Sportage GT-Line Review, fifth-gen mid-size SUV done well
Fifth-generation Sportage in the top petrol GT-Line trim. Amelia tests the all-new mid-size Kia SUV.
EVs10:122022 Volvo XC40 Recharge Review, the small electric Volvo
Volvo's first all-electric SUV, properly sorted in twin-motor trim. Jenny tests the XC40 Recharge.
Hot Hatches4:422022 Hyundai i20 N Review, the pocket hot hatch
Manual only, three-cylinder turbo, properly fun. Jenny tests the smallest Hyundai N.
4WD & SUV9:062022 Jaguar F-Pace R-Dynamic P400 HSE Review, the inline-six SUV
Inline-six petrol with mild-hybrid assist, properly luxurious cabin, and Jaguar styling. Amelia tests the F-Pace P400.
4WD & SUV5:212022 Hyundai Staria Load Review, the futuristic commercial van
Sci-fi exterior, work-spec interior, plenty of cargo room. Jenny tests Hyundai's commercial Staria.
4WD & SUV9:052022 Hyundai KONA N Review, the hot small SUV
i30 N's hot-hatch heart in a small SUV body. Jenny tests the KONA N in its top Premium trim.
4WD & SUV5:342022 Kia Sorento V6 vs PHEV Review, which seven-seater is worth it?
V6 petrol versus plug-in hybrid Sorento. Amelia compares the two seven-seater powertrains to figure out which is worth the money.
4WD & SUV12:032022 Kia Sorento PHEV GT-Line Review, the first Kia plug-in seven-seater
Kia's first plug-in hybrid seven-seater, with grid charging and proper EV-only range. Jenny tests the GT-Line.
EVs12:192022 Hyundai IONIQ 5 Launch Review, the EV that started the E-GMP era
Amelia reviews the all-new IONIQ 5, the AWD top trim. The car that put Hyundai's EV strategy on the map.
Hot Hatches9:082022 Kia Cerato GT Sedan Review, the affordable turbo sedan
Turbo, sport tune, sedan body. Jenny tests the Cerato GT in four-door form.
4WD & SUV10:122022 Genesis GV70 V6 Twin-Turbo Sport Review, the petrol luxury SUV
3.5 L twin-turbo V6, AWD, full luxury pack. Jenny tests the petrol Genesis GV70 Sport.
EVs9:212021 Mercedes EQA 250 Review, the entry electric Mercedes SUV
Subcompact electric SUV from Mercedes. Amelia tests the entry-point EQ model in Australia.
Hot Hatches10:282021 Hyundai i30 N DCT Review, the hot hatch with two pedals
First DCT version of the i30 N. Jenny tests the dual-clutch hot hatch revamp.
4WD & SUV7:322021 Suzuki Ignis GLX Review, the city micro SUV
Tiny SUV-look hatch with proper city manners. Jenny tests the Ignis GLX.
4WD & SUV10:332021 Peugeot 2008 GT Sport Review, the small French SUV
Small SUV with French styling and a punchy 1.2 L turbo. Jenny tests the GT Sport.
4WD & SUV10:512021 Peugeot 3008 GT Sport Review, the SUV Amelia bought
Mid-size French SUV in the top GT Sport trim. Amelia owns the Allure version and reviews the GT Sport.
Utes7:272022 Nissan Navara Pro-4X Review, the standard top-spec ute
Pre-Warrior Pro-4X spec, the standard top-of-the-range Navara. Jenny tests it.
4WD & SUV9:592021 Jaguar E-Pace P250 R-Dynamic S Review, the small luxury SUV refresh
Mid-cycle facelift, more modern cabin, entry P250 spec. Jenny tests the small Jaguar.
4WD & SUV6:472021 Suzuki Vitara Turbo Review, the sub-compact SUV that started it all
Original-era Vitara badge, modern turbo engine. Amelia tests the small Suzuki.
4WD & SUV10:222022 Isuzu MU-X LS-T Review, the all-new family 4WD
First-gen-new MU-X in the top LS-T spec. Australian-only trim from Isuzu Ute.
Hot Hatches10:362022 Genesis G70 Sport Review, the smallest luxury Genesis sedan
Compact luxury sedan from Genesis. V6 twin-turbo at the top of the range, properly luxurious cabin.
EVs8:092022 Kia Niro Electric Review, the first-gen Niro EV
Kia's first all-electric model in Australia. Subcompact SUV, KONA EV platform.
Hot Hatches8:202022 Hyundai Sonata N Line Review, the sleeper turbo sedan
Sole AU spec, 2.5 L turbo, 213 kW. Amelia tests Hyundai's overlooked performance sedan.
4WD & SUV8:542022 Kia Niro HEV Review, the hybrid Niro
Petrol-electric hybrid Niro. Jenny tests the most affordable Niro in the range.
EVs10:372021 Hyundai KONA Electric Highlander Review, the first-gen long-range Kona EV
First-gen Kona EV in the top Highlander trim. Amelia tests the long-range version.
4WD & SUV8:212021 Hyundai Venue Review, the affordable subcompact SUV
Hyundai's smallest, cheapest SUV. Jenny tests the Venue at its sub-$24k price point.
4WD & SUV10:542021 Mazda CX-9 Review, the seven-seat petrol SUV refresh
Mazda's largest SUV gets a mid-cycle update. Jenny tests the new CX-9.
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