The Toyota Camry is a medium sedan with a high-value, modest pricetag. If reliable, economical and mundane daily driving is your family’s mission, before SUVs came along, a proper Camry sedan got the job done.
Read MoreIf you’re shopping for an exciting medium-size sedan but need practicality, affordability and reliability rolled into an efficient, compact vehicle, the Hyundai Sonata is excellent value… and goes like stink.
Read MoreThe Kia Sorento is as close to a prestige SUV as you can get, only without the big price. You would pay thousands more for an equivalent Mercedes or BMW, but a new seven-seat Sorento will be far more reliable and better value.
Read MoreIf you’re in the market for a hardcore 4X4 wagon that can tow, climb and haul, the Isuzu MU-X is not a bad idea. But here’s why you should take a good hard think before dropping up to $65K on this three-row four-wheel drive…
Read MoreThe Subaru Outback has a growling turbocharged engine, a five-seat SUV wagon body and lots of clever, practical equipment. For adventurous families, it will also tow, haul and drive beautifully - at a modest price.
Read MoreThe Mazda CX-9 is a practical, 7-seat SUV but adds luxury at half the price of a premium German SUV. This makes family duties easy, comfortable and affordable.
Read MoreThe Hilux is more than just an immensely popular 4X4 dual-cab ute here in Australia, it’s an icon. Toyota Hilux offers reliability, towing, good resale value and occasional family duties.
Read MoreThe Ford Ranger is the most popular vehicle in this country because it has grunt, great towing ability, a capable drive system, and a host of clever design features. But there are a couple of negatives to consider before dropping your cash on one.
Read MorePajero Sport is an excellent value off-roader if you need a 4WD with a reliable diesel engine, good fuel economy and enough towing power. This tough 7-seater is a wise choice for adventurous families.
Read MoreThe Santa Fe is one of Australia’s best-selling seven-seat SUVs. It offers the kind of refinement and equipment you’d expect from a premium European SUV - but at a fraction of the price. This means the value proposition with a Santa Fe is incredibly strong.
Read MoreShould you buy a LandCruiser 4X4 wagon or a Nissan Patrol? Here’s why you might consider the big bruiser for heavy towing and serious off-road driving assignments, or possibly its closest rival…
Read MoreThinking about buying a plug-in hybrid EV (PHEV) in 2024? Let’s assess whether this is a good idea or not, because it all depends mainly on you and your motivations…
Read MoreThere are so many medium SUV models in this ultra-popular segment, it's virtually impossible to choose between every single option. Here's how you make a shortlist that won't leave you making a $50,000 mistake...
Read MoreNeed big boot space, multiple child restraints and walk-in access for the extended family? A people mover beats a seven-seat SUV hands-down. But which one is better?
Read MoreHere’s everything you need to know about choosing, using and charging Hyundai’s new all-electric Kona small SUV. Are you finally ready to leave internal combustion behind entirely…
Read MoreHyundai i20 N is the baby performance car: it's not quite as quick on the track as an i30 N, but it’s a cheaper mechanical driving experience. Let's see if it’s right for you...
Read MoreHow much will your prospective new 4WD wagon slide in its resale value in the next five years? Let’s look at the recent history of the big sellers to better inform you about your next off-roader’s future value…
Read MoreThe Nissan Patrol is a proven, rugged 4X4 wagon with pedigree, 7- seats and a grunty, reliable engine. Buying a V8 Patrol will save you more than 20 grand compared with a LandCruiser.
Read MoreStill considering an SUV? The Kia Cerato is a solid value proposition, which could save you thousands while offering greater space, more features and build quality as good as any Toyota Corolla or Mazda 3. There’s even an affordable performance version. Let’s talk about Cerato…
Read MoreGetting into a large SUV is easy in the first five seats, but up the back it’s a different story. Let’s find out which 7-seaters give you the biggest bang for your buck when it comes to kids and their chunky child restraints…
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