SUV Reviews

Renault Captur 2021 review

By Peter Anderson · 30 Mar 2021

The 2021 Renault Captur aims to expunge the shortcomings of the car it replaces, with more space, better drivetrain and a whole heap of new tech.

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Hyundai Venue 2021 review: Hyundai's cheapest model is an SUV?

By Laura Berry · 26 Mar 2021

The Hyundai Venue is tiny but more practical than some bigger SUVs, but it's not all good news when it comes to this little SUV

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Hyundai Nexo 2021 review

By Tom White · 26 Mar 2021

The Nexo is a tech trailblazer for what could be a zero-emissions diesel replacement, but what's the big catch?

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Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S 2021 review

By Justin Hilliard · 25 Mar 2021

The first-generation Mercedes-AMG GLE63 S large SUV made waves, and lots of noise, on its debut, and now its successor is finally here, looking to behave even more like a sports car. Defying physics is no mean feat, but for Mercedes, it turns out, it's achievable.

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Peugeot 5008 2021 review

By Peter Anderson · 25 Mar 2021

The Peugeot 5008 is hugely successful in Europe but has barely made a dent here. Perhaps it's the brilliant looks, the innovative and gorgeous interior or the price that scares people off. None of those things should - obviously - so it's probably something to do with the badge. Because it remains hugely underrated by Australians.

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BMW X5 2021 review: xDrive30d

By Justin Hilliard · 24 Mar 2021

The BMW X5 large SUV has been untouchable in its segment. Even two-plus years on from the arrival of its fourth-generation model, it continues to kick goals, and for good reason, as its volume-selling xDrive30d variant proves.

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Toyota Fortuner 2021 review

By Matt Campbell · 23 Mar 2021

The Toyota Fortuner is a ute-based 4WD seven-seater SUV that is seriously capable off-road. It's a cheaper alternative to a Toyota Prado, but a compromised one compared with a Kluger. So why buy the Fortuner? We've answered your FAQs to help you decide if it's the right 4x4 SUV for you.

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Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid 2021 review: 2WD

By Byron Mathioudakis · 19 Mar 2021

Toyota was very late to the light/small SUV party, but it's ensured that the right accessories are included - and in this case we mean petrol-electric hybrid technology. Available across each grade, it brings hitherto unheard-of economy, as well as low emissions. We take a long look at the least-expensive version - as well as Australia's cheapest SUV hybrid option - the $28,990 GX 2WD Hybrid.

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Ford Everest 2021 review: Basecamp off-road test

By Marcus Craft · 17 Mar 2021

The BaseCamp is a limited-edition Ford Everest fitted out with adventure-ready extras, such as a 76mm black nudge bar, LED light bar, a snorkel, a Rhino Rack roof-top storage platform and a Rhino Rack Sunseeker awning. It also has 'BaseCamp' decals.There are only 450 BaseCamps available, but is it worth the money, or should you simply buy an Everest and source your own aftermarket gear?

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Maserati Levante 2021 review: Trofeo

By Stephen Corby · 16 Mar 2021

It is still hard for some of us to get our heads around the idea of SUVs that are built for race-track work, or at least built to be capable of it. What is even stranger is when a luxury brand like Maserati builds one, like the Levante Trofeo. That Trofeo badge means Maserati at its maddest. Hold on.

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