Diesel

Diesel hybrid to save HiLux and LandCruiser?

By Andrew Chesterton · 26 Apr 2021

Diesel-hybrid technology is still very much on the table at Toyota, as the brand fights to reconcile is green-focused future with the popularity of its diesel engines.It means some of the brand's most popular nameplates - including the Toyota HiLux and La

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Isuzu D-Max 2021 review: LS-M

By Kate Edwards · 21 Apr 2021

The 2021 Isuzu D-Max is well known as a tough working ute for tradies, but this week I drove it as a family vehicle around the inner suburbs of Sydney. With lots of space inside and in the back (tray), feather light steering and loads of on-board safety features there is a lot to like.

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Nissan Navara 2021 review: ST-X off-road test

By Marcus Craft · 08 Apr 2021

The Nissan Navara has always been a reasonably good ute that's never neared the sales heights or popularity of the Toyota HiLux or Ford Ranger, but it has, nonetheless, attracted plenty of passionate fans (#navlife anyone?). Well, now with a styling refresh and more driver-assist tech across the line-up, the Navara is at least drawing nearer to its traditional rivals. Or is it?

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Hyundai's new ute will hammer the HiLux

By Andrew Chesterton · 28 Mar 2021

With Toyota dragging its feet on its GR HiLux, Hyundai (and Kia) is looking like it will beat it to market with a tough-as-nails dual-cab ute complete with a thumping diesel engine that will shade everything from the Ford Ranger Raptor to the Mitsubishi T

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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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Nissan downplays diesel expectations

By Tung Nguyen · 20 Mar 2021

Nissan Australia, who has slowly reduced its diesel powertrain offerings throughout the years, sees a future where the oil-burning engine will continue to be marginalised in SUVs, possibly in favour of electric and hybrid options.And Nissan isn't the only

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SUV, small car and pick-up resale superstars

By Byron Mathioudakis · 20 Mar 2021

Unless you were prudent enough to buy a Toyota FJ Cruiser - more on that later - most new cars are not great financial investments.Most will depreciate to less than half their original purchase price within four years, and then continue to slide until the

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What is the power rating for a 2015 Mitsubishi ASX LS 2.3-litre diesel?

By David Morley · 18 Mar 2021

What is the power rating for a 2015 Mitsubishi ASX LS 2.3-litre diesel?

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Why are the front brakes seizing in my GWM ute?

By David Morley · 18 Mar 2021

I have a H5 2.0 Diesel and the front brakes keep seizing. After releasing pressure by loosening the nipple on the caliper, I am able to drive 10 to 15km before they seize up again. I have taken it to the dealership twice but they can’t find the fault or reason for this. What can I do?

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BMW X5 diesel problems

By David Morley · 10 Mar 2021

Are there any obvious BMW X5 e70 diesel problems? I am looking to buy an X5 but would like to know if they are considered to be a reliable car?

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