SUV Reviews

Citroen C5 Aircross 2024 review: Sport

By Emily Agar · 05 Aug 2023

It boasts more space than a lot of its rivals but the Citroen C5 Aircross Sport has been let down in the past by a sparse safety sheet and older tech. The facelifted model sees tweaks to the design, safety and tech, making it more of a true competitor against popular rivals. But will its expensive price point deter discerning families?

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Jeep Wrangler 2024 review: Overland - off-road test

By Marcus Craft · 04 Aug 2023

The Jeep Wrangler Rubicon usually attracts all of the glory as the line-up's best off-roader, but it's more city-friendly stablemate, the Overland, is certainly no slouch in the rough stuff.And, while any Wrangler may be on the wrong side of impractical for many, the Overland still offers plenty of fun in terms of drivability and old-school-style 4WDing.

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BYD Atto 3 2023 review: Extended Range

By Emily Agar · 30 Jul 2023

Having your car brand called 'Build Your Dreams' was always going to be a hard one to live up to but BYD has managed to defy a lot of expectations with the Atto 3. Especially by giving it a longer driving range (hurrah) and sharp price tag but are those two factors enough to satisfy a hardened Aussie market that loves its fuel-based vehicles? Time will tell.

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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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Subaru Crosstrek 2023 review: Hybrid S

By Chris Thompson · 27 Jul 2023

Subaru's XV has been a firm favourite in the small SUV category in Australia for some time, and now it's been renamed Crosstrek to bring it inline with global markets. The Hybrid S is the flagship model and we've looked at how electrification impacts everything from performance and efficiency to practicality and onnership costs.

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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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Jaguar I-Pace 2023 review

By Byron Mathioudakis · 23 Jul 2023

Jaguar was first on the luxury EV SUV scene back in 2018, but recent improvements have kept it fresh against newer rivals. The twin electric-motor EV400 AWD is the sole model, and remains a thrillingly quick, dynamically athletic and - with optional air suspension and adaptive dampers - a wonderfully comfortable grand tourer, complete with a roomy, high-quality cabin. There's much to enjoy here.

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MG ZS EV 2023 review: Long Range

By Laura Berry · 22 Jul 2023

For many, purchasing an EV is all about, range, range and range. So the Long Range version of MG's already popular ZS EV brings the budget-friendly small SUV into 'range' for an even larger batch of intending electric vehicle buyers. We've tested its real-world dynamics, practicality and , you guessed it, range for this EVGuide review.

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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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Volvo C40 2023 review: Recharge Twin Motor long-term | Part 2

By Justin Hilliard · 19 Jul 2023

The 2023 Volvo C40 Recharge Twin Motor is an all-electric vehicle that has design firmly in focus. But even so, being a small SUV, it has to be practical - but is it? Styling may be subjective, but space isn't. Thankfully, this EV has plenty to offer.

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