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MG ZS Hybrid+ vs Toyota Corolla Cross: Battle of the small SUV hybrids

Toyota’s hybrids have won over many buyers since the early 2000s but – in the small SUV segment, at least – competitors are growing quickly. How does Toyota’s popular Corolla Cross hybrid compare against the MG ZS Hybrid+?

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KGM Musso: Value-packed ute offers more than just low pricing

It recently won Wheels’ Best Dual-Cab Ute 2025 – Under $50K, but there’s more to the KGM Musso than just its excellent pricing.

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Nissan Z v Toyota GR Supra GT v Ford Mustang GT: Battle of the last of the sub-$100K manual coupes

We gather together Australia’s final three cars with big power, rear-wheel drive, three pedals and a price tag of under $100k for one enjoyable drive-off.

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Toyota GR Corolla: Where does it rank among remaining hot hatch options?

The Toyota GR Corolla now has an automatic transmission option. That adds to its appeal but how does it measure up against its rivals?

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Hyundai Kona Hybrid Premium: Among the rash of new hybrids, the small SUV is a stand-out

Hybrids are well and truly flavour of the month. Hyundai has introduced a bunch in recent times but its Kona Hybrid small SUV shapes as one of the best…

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Chery Tiggo 4 vs Mahindra XUV 3XO: Battle of the small SUV budget warriors 

Two SUVs that are small on price and size but big on features and value… which offers the best all-round package?

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MG QS: Seven-seat large SUV pushes MG into a new segment 

The MG QS seven-seat large SUV has launched in Australia with keen pricing, a lot of equipment and a punchy engine. How does it compare to the likes of the Kluger and Santa Fe?

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Skoda Octavia Select review: Reminding us why wagons make so much sense

Skoda knows how to make a practical family car and, for the price, the entry level Octavia deserves serious consideration over a mid-size SUV.

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Hyundai i20 N review: Sub-$40K hot hatch now almost exclusive to Australia

Australians love performance cars and we’re one of few markets to receive Hyundai’s smallest hot hatch. Is the updated model all you could ever want in a sporty, fast and fun car?

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Toyota RAV4 vs Mazda CX-5: Spec battle between two Aussie best-sellers 

Two ageing favorites among Aussie families face off in a bid to win another generation of buyers.

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Australia’s top 10 most fuel efficient SUVs

SUVs continue to grow as a percentage of total vehicle sales in Australia but with a cost of living crisis, environmental considerations and a volatile fuel price, which are the 10 most fuel efficient vehicles in the segment?

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Tesla Model Y vs BYD Sealion 7: Who comes out on top in head-to-head spec battle? 

Both have plenty of features, plenty of tech and plenty of range… but which is the overall better car when two of Australia’s best-selling all-electric mid-size SUVS are compared head-to-head?

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Mazda3 G20 Pure hatchback: Mature drive and excellent cabin offset dated engine

Hatchbacks aren’t as popular as they once were but for those still in the market for one, here’s our assessment of one of the most enduringly popular: the Mazda3.

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2025 Mercedes-AMG E 53: Wheels’ in-depth review of the bold new plug-in hybrid

Mercedes-AMG isn’t the only business to find it tricky to chart the course of the performance car through ever-changing customer tastes and shifting legislation. The E 53 could well be its smartest hedge yet.

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Mahindra XUV700 review: Sure, it’s a bargain, but what else does the seven-seat SUV offer?

Indian giant Mahindra’s XUV700 seven-seat soft-roader SUV is its best seller locally. What does it offer apart from low pricing?

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2025 Kia Sportage: What’s new after the hybrid mid-size SUV’s facelift?

Kia gives its best-selling car both globally and in Australia a mid-life update with revised styling, added features and new hybrid grades. Here’s the detail…

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2025 Ford Ranger PHEV: Lots of hype, but what’s the reality of the new hybrid?

Ford electrifies the Ranger but could it have done with turning up the juice a bit?

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Hybrid face-off: Which of four best-selling hybrid cars triumphs when put head-to-head?

The hybrid wars are heating up as Australians gently cool on electric cars. We drive four of today’s most intriguing, fuel-sipping systems – but only one leaves us besotted.

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Geely EX5 mid-size SUV: Volvo and Polestar owner finally debuts its own brand in Australia

The powerhouse Chinese brand that owns the likes of Volvo, Polestar and Zeekr introduces its home-branded medium electric SUV, the EX5. Is it more than just a good price?

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Skoda Octavia RS Liftback: Making family sedans great again

Skoda’s best-known model gets an update for 2025 with tweaked styling, more features and stronger performance. Here’s the verdict on whether it perfects an already strong recipe.

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BMW X3 M50: Wheels verdict on the high performance mid-size SUV

The BMW X3 M50 drives with a balance and tautness that recalls the brand’s best products.

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Toyota GR Yaris GT: Our verdict on the hot hatch’s fifth-year facelift

Will the changes Toyota has made to its rally-bred performance hatchback keep it relevant for the Australian market?

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Jaecoo J8: Newcomer brings the value with latest large SUV

Chery’s luxury offshoot launches its second product in Australia: the J8 medium-to-large SUV. What does it offer to find a place in our over-populated car market?

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2025 MG HS Super Hybrid: Pre-production drive of the Aussie-spec mid-size SUV reveals a likely winner

MG’s HS Super Hybrid, specially tuned for Australia, is a sizeable, well finished medium-range SUV with tiny running costs. What’s not to like?