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Toyota Corolla Cross review and buyer's guide

Toyota has raised the Corolla and called it a small SUV, one that offers reliability, practicality and even performance atop the range. Let’s see if there are any redeeming features that can justify the $50K price?

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HOW TO BUY A KIA TASMAN — CHEAP

Getting a bargain on the Kia Tasman dual-cab ute wasn’t meant to be so easy. Here’s what Kia dealers don’t want you to know about buying a Tasman in 2026…

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MG ZS review and buyer’s guide

The MG ZS is a small SUV that offers such strong value to most buyers that it should be on your shortlist be default, even when shopping for a used car. But given that no car is perfect, the price could easily distract from its drawbacks.

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Haval Jolion review and buyer's guide

The GWM Haval Jolion has quickly become a very popular SUV in Australia thanks to its compelling value, the generous equipment levels and modern styling. What’s missing from making it a truly great family vehicle to drive, lies under the skin.

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Subaru Outback review and buyer's guide

The 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. But should you buy now, or wait for the all-new version?

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Nissan Navara Review and buyer’s guide

There’s a new Navara ute coming to Australia after 10 years of dwindling sales and an il-fated cross-breeding with Mercedes. Is the new Navara finally worth your time and money, or is it simply a re-badged Triton?

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MG U9 review and buyer's guide

The Australian ute market is a crowded place in 2026 and the MG U9 adds to the burden of choice available to you. Let’s see what the U9 gets right and where it still needs work, against rivals like Ranger, Hilux and Triton.

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Foton Tunland review and buyer's guide

An affordable, capable, frugal dual-cab in Australia’s crowded ute market makes a lot of sense for many reasons. Before considering the Foton Tunland, let’s see if it’s a legitimate workhorse, or just a cheap immitation.

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Hyundai IONIQ 5 review and buyer’s guide

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 has bold styling, it’s fast and the cabin is luxurious. Let’s see if how compares with the rest of the electric SUVs, and whether it justifies an $80K price tag.

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Toyota Hiace review and buyer's guide

The Toyota Hiace is generally the first thought when your business needs a new van, or even a fleet of them. But does it still compete on value against rivals from Hyundai, Ford and Renault?

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Mazda CX-60 review and buyer’s guide

The CX-60 combines performance, batteries and SUV-luxury to beat Lexus, Mercedes and BMW while Mazda refuses to go fully electric in favour of big inline six-cylinder engines. If your family needs lots of legroom, a big boot, and grunt, the CX-60 needs to go on your shortlist.

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