2025-26 Wheels Ute of the Year
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UOTY2025-26 Wheels Ute of the Year Winner: BYD Shark 6
In a first for Wheels, dual cabs get their own segment and new yearly award – with a razor sharp focus. And it’s one of the newer brands taking out our first-ever Ute of the Year award, the BYD Shark 6.
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UOTY2025-26 Wheels Ute of the Year, 2nd: GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV
The GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV is disrupting the dual-cab universe with larger overall dimensions and its fuel-sipping plug-in hybrid drivetrain.
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UOTY2025-26 Wheels Ute of the Year, 3rd: Ford Ranger V6 Sport
The Ford Ranger redefined the segment when the latest-gen launched in 2022, establishing itself as the best-selling vehicle of any kind over the last two years.
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UOTY2025-26 Wheels Ute of the Year, contender: Volkswagen Amarok PanAmericana
Volkswagen’s new Amarok is a Ranger under the skin, with vastly improved safety and second row comfort compared with the original.
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UOTY2025-26 Wheels Ute of the Year, contender: MG U9
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UOTY2025-26 Wheels Ute of the Year, contender: Mazda BT-50 GT
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UOTY2025-26 Wheels Ute of the Year, contender: KGM Musso Ultimate Luxury XLV
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UOTY2025-26 Wheels Ute of the Year, contender: Kia Tasman X-Line
Latest News
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Tesla adds Grok AI chatbot to Model 3 and Model Y – including adults-only mode
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Volkswagen prices Tiguan and Tayron plug-in hybrids for Australia
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MINI marks 60 years since Bathurst breakthrough
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2026 Nissan X-Trail: Details revealed for the updated version of the popular mid-sizer
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BYD: Speed to showrooms the difference in Australia’s crowded new car market
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Alliance Airlines marks 60 years since Jack Brabham’s historic Formula 1 title
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Chery debuts new Super Hybrid system with a potential 2000km of range
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China moves to ban yoke steering wheels
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Singer reveals latest Porsche 911 Cabriolet reimagined for 2026
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Kia EV9 GT finally goes on sale in Australia as part of 2026 range
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Reviews & Features
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FeaturesThe Wheels Interview: Ford exec Jim Baumbick, the man who helped make the Ranger a roaring success
Ford exec Jim Baumbick found his feet at Victoria’s Broadmeadows HQ before his rise through the ranks, from Ranger mastermind to European boss, testament to Australia’s influence on global strategy and future Blue Oval trucks…
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Reviews
Hyundai i30 N review: Still a masterclass of the hot hatch form
The Hyundai i30 N is hardly the newest kid on the block in the hot hatch world, but is it still one of the best in 2026?
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Classic WheelsFrom the Wheels archive: ‘The fastest accelerating car made in Australia’
In November 1972, Wheels pitted the six-cylinder E49 Valiant Charger against its V8-powered E55 sibling to declare one of them Australia’s fastest car
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FeaturesThe cheapest hybrid SUVs in Australia – ranked
Searching for a cheap hybrid SUV? WhichCar by Wheels has the definite top 10 list for under $40,000.
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FeaturesModern Classic: Porsche 928, a car ahead of its time
Born of a crisis, the Porsche 928 was engineered to replace the 911, redefining the brand with radical design and grand touring ambition.
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62nd Wheels Car of the Year
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COTY2025-26 Wheels Car of the Year WINNER: Honda Civic E:HEV L
It’s back to the future for this year’s winner, not just an excellent Honda, but an exceptional car all round.
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UOTY
2025-26 Wheels Ute of the Year, 2nd: GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV
The GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV is disrupting the dual-cab universe with larger overall dimensions and its fuel-sipping plug-in hybrid drivetrain.
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UOTY
2025-26 Wheels Ute of the Year, 3rd: Ford Ranger V6 Sport
The Ford Ranger redefined the segment when the latest-gen launched in 2022, establishing itself as the best-selling vehicle of any kind over the last two years.
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COTYRobbo’s 2025-26 COTY Notebook – and why the Honda Civic had to win
Esteemed former Wheels editor and 2025-26 Wheels Car of the Year judge Peter Robinson is famous for his fearless opinions – here are his notes on each of this year’s COTY contenders…
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COTY2025-26 Wheels Car of the Year Top 8: IM5 Performance
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COTY2025-26 Wheels Car of the Year Top 8: Kia EV3 Air Long Range
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COTY2025-26 Wheels Car of the Year Top 8: Mahindra XUV3XO AX7L
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COTY2025-26 Wheels Car of the Year Top 8: Skoda Kodiaq Sportline 4×4
PHEV & Hybrid Vehicles
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Best Medium SUVsBest Medium SUVs 2025: Hybrid
From Nissan’s innovative e-Power to Subaru’s new Forester Hybrid and MG’s popular HS, these SUVs combine fuel efficiency, space and comfort, redefining practicality and performance for families in 2025.
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Best Large SUVsBest Large SUVs 2025: Hybrid
Our pick of the Best Large SUVs 2025: Hybrid, combining fuel efficiency, power and practicality to meet the needs of modern families while lowering running costs.
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Best Small SUVsBest Small SUVs 2025: Hybrid
Ratings and reviews of the Best Small SUVs using hybrid power on the Australian market… plus our category winner.
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News
Volkswagen prices Tiguan and Tayron plug-in hybrids for Australia
New eHybrid SUVs offer more than 110km electric range and DC fast charging capability.
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News2026 Nissan X-Trail: Details revealed for the updated version of the popular mid-sizer
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NewsChery debuts new Super Hybrid system with a potential 2000km of range
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Features
The cheapest hybrid SUVs in Australia – ranked
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FeaturesWhich are the most fuel efficient large SUVs in Australia?
Electric Vehicles
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Best Medium SUVsBest Medium SUVs 2025: Electric
Combining zero-emissions driving with family-friendly practicality, these electric medium SUVs showcase the latest in efficiency, technology and performance.
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Best Large SUVsBest Large SUVs 2025: Electric
Fully electric models are growing in the large SUV segment but we thought there was one standout among the current crop.
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Best Small SUVsBest Small SUVs 2025: Electric
Ratings and reviews of the Best Small SUVs with an all-electric powertrain on the Australian market… plus our category winner.
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News
Tesla adds Grok AI chatbot to Model 3 and Model Y – including adults-only mode
New voice assistant brings customisable personalities – including adults-only modes such as ‘unhinged’ and ‘sexy’ to Teslas.
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NewsChina moves to ban yoke steering wheels
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NewsKia EV9 GT finally goes on sale in Australia as part of 2026 range
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NewsSuzuki e Vitara: Details revealed for brand’s first EV ahead of June arrival
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NewsTesla shifts to subscription-only model for full self-driving in Australia
Car Comparisons
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ComparisonsBattle of the budget busters: Three affordable compact SUVs gets the Wheels comparo treatment
Three sharply priced small SUVs from BYD, Mahindra and Suzuki compete for buyers on a tight budget, but as equipment, efficiency and expectations shift, only one contender ultimately delivers true modern-day value.
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ComparisonsGeely Starray vs Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV spec battle: Which plug-in hybrid SUV should you choose?
Plug-in hybrid SUVs are gaining popularity in Australia and the Geely Starray is one of the newest on the market. How does it compare against the more established Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV?
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Comparisons2026 Ford Ranger XLT vs Toyota HiLux SR5: Spec Battle
A deeper dive into the pros and cons of Australia’s two most popular vehicles.
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ComparisonsToyota Corolla vs Hyundai i30 spec battle: Which hybrid small sedan is best?
They’re some of the cheapest cars to run but which hybrid small sedan is the best buy? Let’s find out.
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Comparisons2026 BYD Atto 1 vs MG3 Hybrid: We run the rule over the two small, budget warriors
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ComparisonsPopular hatchbacks comparo: Hyundai i30, Mazda3 and Toyota Corolla face off
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ComparisonsHyundai Tucson vs Kia Sportage spec battle: Which medium SUV comes out on top?
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ComparisonsMazda CX-3 vs Toyota Yaris Cross: Spec battle
