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KIA EV3 Review: Good things, small packages
An important new model for the Korean brand in Australia the EV3 does an awful lot right…

Review: Aston Martin Vantage, upping the ante
Our newest staff member had a true fan boy moment when he took the new Aston Martin Vantage out on the track and opened up it its thunderous twin-turbocharged 4.0-litre V8 engine.

MG ZS First Drive: Second-generation category killer sets up a powertrain duel
A few months after the release of the ZS hybrid, MG has launched petrol models of the new ZS small SUV range. Jake Williams finds out how they compare against the more expensive hybrids.

2025 MG HS review: Updated mid SUV now a serious contender
The previous MG HS was a popular option in the mid-size SUV segment – now a much improved second-generation model has arrived but still with a clear focus on value.

2025 MG4 review: A recap on the budget electric hatchback
The MG4 electric hatchback continues to be a popular small car in Australia… and with its long list of standard features and value pricing, it’s easy to see why.

2025 MG5 review: A cost-of-living crisis beater
The MG5 small sedan has been on sale in Australia for about 18 months and has won over many fans with its budget pricing and good list of standard features.

AMG GT is back with more strings to its bow
As Andy Enright discovered, the new Mercedes-AMG GT 63 does a fine job of achieving its aim – a GT car more suitable for every day use while preserving what it’s best known for: being properly quick.

Volvo EX30: Long-term review
From Wheels’ Garage section, a run-down of what it’s really like to drive Volvo’s smallest SUV, the electric EX30, for day-to-day rat runs.

MG Cyberster: Old Spirit, New Tech
Harking back to the glory days of MG mid last century, the MG Cyberster recaptures the spirit of convertible touring but with modern tech and electric power.

Genesis GV70 luxury SUV: Long-term review
Wheels’ Road Test Editor Andy Enright bids a fond farewell to the Genesis GV70 luxury SUV after finding that, despite some flaws, it punches ‘way above its weight’.
Wheels verdict: Leapmotor C 10 SUV for under $50K
A $50K electric SUV? Where’s the catch? Well, there’s a number…

Chery Tiggo 4 Pro Review: A cost-of-living champion
Chery shocked when it delivered a new small SUV for under $24,000 drive away last year, but does the Tiggo 4 Pro impress apart from the low price?

Hyundai Kona Electric: Need to know on the full range
Hyundai’s small electric SUV has had a growth spurt, its second generation introducing greater range and more variants.

2025 Mazda BT-50 first drive
We take Mazda’s 2025 ute out for some trail work.

Hyundai Santa Fe: A large SUV with personality
With the fifth-generation version of the Santa Fe, the model has developed a persona all its own. And while the styling may divide opinion, it’s a large SUV that manages to meet family needs without succumbing to blandness.

Hyundai i30 Sedan: What you need to know about the full range
One of the few remaining small sedans on the new car market, the Hyundai i30 Sedan offers a wide range of powerplants, strong value for money and lots of standard technology. Here’s the WhichCar guide to the i30 Sedan range.

Ford F-150: Your need to know about the best-selling beast
North American trucks are doing big business Down Under, and now the most popular of all time is finally on sale. Should you buy a Ford F-150?

2025 Kia EV5: All you need to know
Kia’s third EV designed from the ground up has arrived in Australia with impressive pricing and a competitive range of options. Is it now ready to steal sales from EV and ICE rivals?

2025 Honda Civic: An all-round winner but for one thing…
The Honda Civic is an iconic small car now in its 11th generation. Under Honda’s ‘one price promise’ it’s also more expensive than ever, so is it still worth consideration?

KIA K4: The Wheels Verdict on Kia’s Cerato replacement
The Kia Cerato had plenty of fans in Australia, meaning there’s a lot riding on its replacement, the K4. Wheels editor Andy Enright passes judgement after a first drive of the new model.

In-Depth Review: Ford Mustang Dark Horse
Mustang-mad Aussies have made the new Dark Horse a sell-out success. Have they wasted their money or scored a future classic? Wheels took a deeper look in a recent issue.

2025 Hyundai Tucson review: Full range detailed
Does this popular medium SUV bring substance to go with its ‘Sensuous Sportiness’ styling? Review the Tucson range including price, interior, boot space, safety assists and performance.

Mahindra XUV700 Black Edition: Can a seven-seat SUV be stealthy?
A higher spec variant of the Mahindra XUV700 AX7L, the special Black Edition, presents a dark, mysterious facade, but there’s nothing stealthy about its accessible pricing and feature-rich interior

2024 Kia EV9 Air long-term review
Is the cheapest EV9 a knockout or a lockout? Turns out both.