Family Reviews

Mazda CX-8 2023 review: GT SP diesel

By Emily Agar · 28 Jul 2023

Mazda has a tendency to have a lot of similar looking horses in the stables; blink and you'll miss the (very) subtle differences between the CX-8 and the CX-9 but if you're not super keen on the bulk of the CX-9 and you've outgrown the space of the CX-5... this one's for you.

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BMW XM 2023 review

By David Morley · 24 Jul 2023

BMW was one of the first premium automotive brands to venture into the SUV pond. And now it's pushing the boat out even further with the large, luxurious XM, a five-seat (only) hybrid that's all about the well being of those located in the rear seats. Do the efficiency benefits of it's V8 petrol-electric powertrain offset the impact of its substantial footprint?

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GWM Tank 300 2023 review: Ultra petrol

By Byron Mathioudakis · 20 Jul 2023

Cleverly, the GWM Tank 300 slots into a gap in the booming 4WD wagon market, above the popular Suzuki Jimny but below Nissan's Patrol, while infusing more than a hint of classic Toyota LandCruiser and Mercedes G-Class in its size and presentation. But retro-pastiche styling isn't the only drawcard, thanks to keen pricing, an alluring interior and a smooth ride. All the 300 needs is more polish.

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Honda ZR-V 2023 review

By Stephen Ottley · 18 Jul 2023

It's the first all-new nameplate for Honda in two decades so the ZR-V has a lot of pressure and expectations riding on it. It gives the brand a new SUV, slotting between the compact HR-V and the growing CR-V but that puts it into the same contest as the popular Hyundai Kona, Mazda CX-5 and Toyota Corolla Cross.

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Mazda CX-60 2023 review

By Tom White · 18 Jul 2023

The Mazda CX-60 is the brand's next chapter - one which promises to take it into truly premium territory.

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Mazda 6 2023 review: 20th Anniversary wagon

By Emily Agar · 15 Jul 2023

The special 20th Anniversary Edition Mazda 6 wagon shows its history but what about its future? With some luxuriously-appointed rivals to contend with, does it offer enough to be considered by a modern family?

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Ford Everest 2023 review: Platinum long-term | Part 1

By Tung Nguyen · 12 Jul 2023

Ford Australia has culled a lot of models from its line-up since 2016, leaving the Ranger-based Everest as one of the brand's most important models carrying on the torch from big names like Territory, Escape and even Falcon. So can the Everest step it up and become Ford's new default family car?

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Hyundai Palisade Highlander petrol vs Kia Carnival Platinum petrol vs Nissan Pathfinder Ti 2023 comparison review

By Laura Berry · 07 Jul 2023

Hyundai Palisade vs Kia Carnival vs Nissan Pathfinder - which does family duties best? Two parents put these eight seaters to the ultimate test

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Nissan X-Trail 2023 review: ST-L 7-seat

By Emily Agar · 01 Jul 2023

The Nissan X-Trail has always been a popular family vehicle. It combines a decent size, engine and features but now it has seven-seats! Will this secure its popularity for the future?

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Hyundai Santa Fe 2023 review: Elite hybrid long-term | Part 3

By Tung Nguyen · 24 Jun 2023

Hyundai might be late to the hybrid SUV party, but its Santa Fe might be the best family SUV available in Australia right now.

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