EV Reviews

BMW iX1 2023 review

By Byron Mathioudakis · 04 Jul 2023

BMW's expansion into electrification takes an unexpectedly democratic turn with the iX1 xDrive30, the EV version of the X1. Keenly priced and well-equipped, the German-built small SUV delivers competitive range as well as strong and smooth performance. Impressive interior design and family-friendly packaging round out an enjoyable and dynamic luxury alternative to the Tesla Model Y. Check it out.

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Hyundai Tucson 2023 review: Hybrid

By Stephen Ottley · 03 Jul 2023

Hybrid SUV sales are on the rise thanks to models like the Toyota RAV4, Nissan X-Trail and, soon, the Kia Sportage. Hyundai has been missing its own hybrid contender - until now. The company has confirmed it will launch the Tucson Hybrid in Australia in the near-future, but we had an exclusive opportunity to take this incoming model for a test drive in the USA.

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Cupra Leon 2023 review: VZe

By Byron Mathioudakis · 25 Jun 2023

VW Group seems to occupy every niche, as the sporty plug-in hybrid EV Cupra Leon VZe demonstrates. Based on the Golf GTE but with a totally different look and feel, the Mazda3-sized, Spanish-made Leon VZe combines an electric motor and a small turbo-petrol engine for limited pure-EV driving around town, or stirring performance out on the open road. But it's expensive and ergonomically flawed.

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Nissan Ariya 2023 review: preview test

By Laura Berry · 22 Jun 2023

How much does the new Nissan Ariya electric SUV cost? How far can this electric SUV go on a full charge? How does it feel to drive in Australia? And is it true that the cabin space defies its dimensions? We'll try to answer all of these questions and more in this first Australian preview review.

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Range Rover Sport 2023 review: P510e Dynamic HSE

By Andrew Chesterton · 20 Jun 2023

This is electrification, Range Rover Sport style, with the P510e Dynamic HSE delivering plenty of usable grunt and a considerable EV-only driving range.So is this the powertrain you want in your next luxury SUV? We put it to the test to find out.

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Polestar 2 2023 review: Long range Single motor - long-term | Part 2

By Tom White · 19 Jun 2023

This month we set out to test the Polestar 2's range on a 300km journey which will be familiar to many Sydneysiders.

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Lexus UX 2023 review: 250h Luxury

By Byron Mathioudakis · 09 Jun 2023

It's taken nearly five years but Lexus has finally got the UX250h luxury small SUV right. Benefitting from an overhaul in 2022, the latest model is now stronger and quieter, thanks to several chassis, suspension and body improvements. It's also better equipped, gains a upgraded and larger multimedia screen, and steers and rides more comfortably than before. Most of the old UX flaws are gone.

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Abarth 500e 2023 review

By James Cleary · 26 May 2023

EVs have been with us for a while, but Abarth is leading the way when it comes to a dedicated zero-emissions hot hatch. The Italian performance specialist has delivered the Abarth 500e, a pure-electric FWD micro macho three-door coupe with the performance to match its go-fast looks. CarsGuide was invited to Italy for a preview drive before it arrives in Australia late this year.

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Lexus RZ 2023 review

By Tom White · 25 May 2023

The Lexus RZ is a lot of things, but the big one is that it represents the distillation of the essence of the Lexus brand for the electric era.

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Fiat 500e 2023 review: preview test

By James Cleary · 23 May 2023

It's small, cute and pure electric; the latest evolution of Fiat's 500, the 500e, is a city car that combines chic design with quick-charging EV efficiency. We had a brief steer in Fiat's home of Turin, Italy before this all-new model arrives here in July.

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