Wheels Car of the Year
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COTYRobbo’s Notebook: Wheels Car of the Year 2024-25
We asked Peter Robinson for his notes on the ten most intriguing cars at Wheels Car of the Year 2024-25.
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COTY
Wheels COTY 2024-25 Winner: HYUNDAI IONIQ 5 N
All hail the unanimous winner of Wheels Car of the Year 2024-25, the truly innovative Hyundai Ioniq 5 N – a spectacularly well-realised performance EV destined to put a smile on the face of anyone who gets in one.
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COTY2024-25 Wheels Car of the Year Contender: SKODA ENYAQ SPORTLINE RWD
An intriguing concept with some flaws in execution.
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COTYWheels COTY 2024-25: Top Six
After a gruelling testing regime at Lang Lang Proving Ground in Victoria, 25 contenders were whittled down to the final six reviewed here.
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COTY2024-25 Wheels Car of the Year Contender: HONDA CR-V VTI-L
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COTY2024-25 Wheels Car of the Year Contender: MERCEDES-BENZ E300
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COTY2024-25 Wheels Car of the Year Contender: BYD SEALION 6
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COTY2024-25 Wheels Car of the Year Contender: POLESTAR 3 AWD LONG RANGE
Latest News
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Hyundai Palisade XRT Pro off-roader is headed for Australia
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Kia Tasman ute Australian pricing finally revealed
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2026 Subaru Outback bids goodbye to the wagon at New York Auto Show
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Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series updated with lots of extra kit
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Hyundai Inster baby electric SUV goes on sale in Australia
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Toyota Tundra line-up gains new top-spec Platinum variant
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Ford Transit Custom Trail launched as AWD lifestyle van
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GWM unveils expansion of its Cannon ute range
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Mercedes-Benz adds new special edition SUVs to line-up
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Chery Tiggo 4 updated with new styling and a new name
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Reviews
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Reviews
Volkswagen Golf GTI’s mid-life makeover
Mid-life updates aim to keep the archetypal hot hatch fun and useable
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Reviews
Hyundai Santa Fe v Kia Sorento: Battle of the 7-seat blockbusters
It’s sibling warfare in this battle of hybrid 7-seat SUVs, but which family hauler is best?
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ReviewsFord Mustang Ecoboost: Why do things by halves?
The four-cylinder Ford Mustang S560 Ecoboost Coupe offers significant improvements over the previous model but struggles to overcome the enduring appeal of its V8 sibling.
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ReviewsNissan Qashqai N-Design: Nice update, shame about the price
Wheels takes a first drive in the flagship N-Design version of the updated 2025 car with its clever e-POWER hybrid engine.
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ReviewsToyota Prado v Ford Everest: Wheels’ ultimate spec battle between challenger and champ
Can the 2023 COTY-winning Everest stave off the newer and fresher LandCruiser Prado? We test the two most popular versions to find out
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Features
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Features
How Citroen reached the end of the road in Australia
The French brand recently pulled down the shutters down under after a dismal sales run.
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FeaturesMazda 6: A tribute to the once-popular sedan as it departs the Aussie scene
Australia turns its back on the joy of six.
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FeaturesJeep Grand Cherokee’s sad farewell to Australia
After more than 30 years on sale here, Jeep’s big ’un bows out.
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FeaturesModern Classic: Nissan Skyline R33 GT-R
The awkward middle child of the ‘Godzilla’ triumvirate or the Skyline GT-R for those with a more discerning eye?
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FeaturesModern Classic: Autozam AZ-1, and the story behind one of the most unique cars ever built
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FeaturesLotus Exige S1: Modern Classic
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FeaturesThe Wheels Interview: Aussie F1 Sensation, Oscar Piastri
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Features12 Greatest Automotive Technical Innovations
Reviews
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Reviews
Volkswagen Golf GTI’s mid-life makeover
Mid-life updates aim to keep the archetypal hot hatch fun and useable
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Reviews
Hyundai Santa Fe v Kia Sorento: Battle of the 7-seat blockbusters
It’s sibling warfare in this battle of hybrid 7-seat SUVs, but which family hauler is best?
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Reviews
Ford Mustang Ecoboost: Why do things by halves?
The four-cylinder Ford Mustang S560 Ecoboost Coupe offers significant improvements over the previous model but struggles to overcome the enduring appeal of its V8 sibling.
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Reviews
Nissan Qashqai N-Design: Nice update, shame about the price
Wheels takes a first drive in the flagship N-Design version of the updated 2025 car with its clever e-POWER hybrid engine.
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Reviews
Toyota Prado v Ford Everest: Wheels’ ultimate spec battle between challenger and champ
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ReviewsPorsche Macan: Behind the famous brand’s decision to make the Macan electric
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ReviewsBMW X6: Range review of the stylish coupe SUV
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ReviewsMazda CX-70: Meet the mid-sized ‘looker’ of the brand’s SUV family
Comparisons
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Comparisons2024 MG3 vs 2024 Suzuki Swift Hybrid: SPEC BATTLE!
Two models with very important offerings, providing the latest safety and technology at a price that’s potentially in reach of first-car buyers. But which is best?
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ComparisonsToyota RAV4 hybrid vs Nissan X-Trail e-Power vs Kia Sportage hybrid vs Honda CR-V e:HEV comparison review
We rate the leading hybrid medium SUVs from four major stables.
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Comparisons2024 Volvo EX30 vs 2025 Kia EV3 – SPEC BATTLE
The small SUV class has two new electric contenders that major on style and cost around $60K. But which is superior for room, performance and range?
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Comparisons2024 Polestar 4 vs Tesla Model Y spec comparison!
How does Polestar’s new electric midsize SUV stack up against the incumbent Model Y? We take a look at the specs to find out.
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Comparisons2024 BMW M2 manual vs Toyota GR Supra manual comparison
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Comparisons2024 BYD Seal vs Tesla Model 3 vs Hyundai Ioniq 6: Which electric sedan is best?
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ComparisonsThe New Old School: Lotus Emira vs BMW M2 vs Corvette vs Toyota Supra comparison
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ComparisonsNew 2024 Toyota GR Yaris vs Toyota GR Corolla — SPEC BATTLE!
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Comparisons
2024 MG3 vs 2024 Suzuki Swift Hybrid: SPEC BATTLE!
Two models with very important offerings, providing the latest safety and technology at a price that’s potentially in reach of first-car buyers. But which is best?
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Comparisons
Toyota RAV4 hybrid vs Nissan X-Trail e-Power vs Kia Sportage hybrid vs Honda CR-V e:HEV comparison review
We rate the leading hybrid medium SUVs from four major stables.
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Comparisons
2024 Volvo EX30 vs 2025 Kia EV3 – SPEC BATTLE
The small SUV class has two new electric contenders that major on style and cost around $60K. But which is superior for room, performance and range?
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Comparisons
2024 Polestar 4 vs Tesla Model Y spec comparison!
How does Polestar’s new electric midsize SUV stack up against the incumbent Model Y? We take a look at the specs to find out.
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Comparisons
2024 BMW M2 manual vs Toyota GR Supra manual comparison
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Comparisons
2024 BYD Seal vs Tesla Model 3 vs Hyundai Ioniq 6: Which electric sedan is best?
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Comparisons
The New Old School: Lotus Emira vs BMW M2 vs Corvette vs Toyota Supra comparison
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Comparisons
New 2024 Toyota GR Yaris vs Toyota GR Corolla — SPEC BATTLE!
Events
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EventsSupercars Darwin Triple Crown
The betr Darwin Triple Crown is hands-down one of the biggest motorsports events going.
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EventsGallery: Highball Cars & Coffee #6
Melbourne’s car cognoscenti turn out in droves for Highball Cars & Coffee #6
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Events2021 Toyota GR Yaris unleashed on the MOTOR Shootout
It’s the car of the moment, but how does Toyota’s star athlete handle the track?
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Events2021 Porsche 911 Turbo S takes on the MOTOR Shootout
Can the quickest car we’ve ever timed in a straight line also make an impression on track? We strap Karl Reindler into the hot seat to find out
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EventsThe Mercedes-AMG GT R Pro is the fastest production car to lap Winton
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EventsHow to watch the Performance Car of the Year announcement
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Events2021 Porsche Cayman GTS 4.0 let loose on the MOTOR Shootout
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EventsMercedes-AMG A45 S takes on the MOTOR Shootout
Opinion
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OpinionIs the EV boom already over?
The tide seems to be turning against the electric car… but It’s not something to be celebrating.
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OpinionFrom latest Wheels: Why the test drive is still a vital part of buying a new car
If you don’t test out your prospective new car, how will you know how it performs in every day use?
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OpinionWhy motor racing still thrills like nothing else
Nothing beats seeing a racing car in real life… or does it?
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OpinionWhy are so many people driving in darkness?
There’s a reason so many people are suddenly cruising the streets at night without headlights…
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OpinionHow an avalanche of new car brands are set to transform the Aussie market
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OpinionWhat you really need to know when buying a car
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OpinionAustralia’s road toll keeps rising – and car nuts are bearing the burden
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OpinionIs driver assist making us… more dangerous?