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New Mazda6 wagon: review
Craig Duff road tests and reviews the Mazda6 wagon with specs, fuel economy and verdict. Where there’s a will there’s a way and Mazda’s engineers have weighed in with one of the most ... more
Volvo XC60 T5: review
Peter Barnwell road tests and reviews the Volvo XC60 T5. One of Volvo's most popular models, the right size XC60 comes in various flavours including the entry level T5 front wheel drive version we ... more
Ford set for better sales
A powerhouse showroom performance by the updated Territory? ..has cleared some of the storm clouds swirling around Ford Australia.Dismal sales of the flagship Falcon and its SUV twin the Territory ... more
Used car review: Nissan Murano 2005-2008
Graham Smith reviews the used Nissan Murano: it's fine points, flaws and what to watch for when buying one. Four-wheel drives look great bashing through the bush, but they're not so attractive ... more
Subaru Forester S
The blue paint job conjures up images of the 555 Subaru WRC Imprezas.. powerplant (midrange in particular)in-cabin storageseat comfort and useful ground clearance five-speed ... more
Skoda Octavia 90 TSI Wagon: review
Neil Dowling road tests and reviews the Skoda Octavia 90TSI wagon. Boot spaceEconomicalQuality Bland stylingWeeny wheelsLacks prestigeGetting Skoda circa-1970 mixed up with Skoda 2010 is like mixing ... more
Is ford stalling the recall?
MY FORD dealer tells me Ford has not provided them with the new parts for the Territory hose recall, so they will keep our details and ring us when they have them. Do we name this a ``Claytons'' recall? When car sales are stalling, you would think you would want to protect your market share by ... more
Boom or rust
I HAVE been a panelbeater for 30 years and never have I seen so much rust in near-new cars as on the Territory. Ford is repairing them under warranty at a cost in excess of $2000 a car. One, less than two years old, was so bad it was written off. The painter who fixes them told me if the car got wet ... more
Subaru?s diesel drive cranks up
The arrival of the 2009 Outback and Liberty will begin Subaru's diesel drive in Australia. The Outback diesel should be ready by November, although Subaru Australia wants it as soon as possible."The ... more
Spy shots: 2010 Kia Sportage
The product-driven push by Kia never seems to end. Just as the baby Soul hits Australia — after being rushed through months ahead of schedule — these pictures of the Korean company's new ... more
First drive: Skoda Octavia
Skoda? They're Russian, aren't they?? my mate asked. That about sums up the fortunes of Volkswagen's other brand in Australia.And, after driving the latest Octavia, you've got to wonder what ... more
Weighing up the odds
I'M IN the market for a used car, but I've never bought a secondhand car before and I'm having a hard time ruling in/out particular cars as everyone has advice to give. I had my heart set on a Ford Territory -- until someone said the brakes had a bad reputation. My top three are X-Trail, Forester ... more
Used car review: Kia Carnival 1999-2003
Graham 'Smithy' Smith reviews the used Kia Carnival 1999-2003, its fine points, its flaws and what to watch for when you are buying it. Transport has always been a problem for parents of large ... more
2008 Holden Astra CDTi diesel wagon review
The Carsguide team road tests and reviews the 2008 Holden Astra CDTi diesel wagon DrivetrainsThe Astra Diesel wagon runs on a 1.9 litre, DT Turbo Diesel, SOHC, ECOTEC four cylinder engine that ... more
Stop the carnival
I AM considering buying a second-hand 2003 Kia Carnival LS V6. What is your opinion of this vehicle? BE CAREFUL with the Carnival as they have had lots of trouble with the head gaskets on the V6. Kia has generally been pretty good at rebuilding cooked engines at no cost, but there are reports some ... more
Loaded question on wagons
Ford remains committed to a new Falcon wagon as an integral part of the Orion line-up. Unlike Holden, which has moved away from a traditional load-carrying wagon with its new Commodore Sportswagon, ... more
Wagon wanted
I WANT to buy a 2000-2004 automatic Holden station wagon. My price range is $8000-$17,000, but my preference is the $15,000-$16,000 mark. It is intended to serve our growing family with the majority of driving on country roads. Can you recommend a model? IT'S best to buy the newest model you can ... more
Accord wagon on the cards
As concepts go, Honda's new Accord Tourer show car is remarkably close to a final production version. It also gives an indication of the design direction for the next-generation Accord Euro sedan as ... more
It?s a VE wagon surprise
Holden has yet to confirm it will make a wagon version of its VE Commodore. A picture copied from a big screen presentation, however, suggests that a wagon may be on its way. With production ... more
Wet feet in the front
I REGULARLY find water puddling underneath the carpet on the driver's side front and rear in my VT Commodore wagon. I have had the carpet up and can't see where the leak is coming from. The inside door rubber has been replaced on both doors. Any advice on where the leak might be? I'D LOOK for a ... more
