Off road

Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon: Everything you need to know

By Stephen Ottley · 19 Nov 2021

Like Madonna, Bono and Oprah, the G-Wagon has become a mononym.

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2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee PHEV locked in

By Tim Nicholson · 19 Nov 2021

Jeep has officially confirmed that it will offer the plug-in hybrid 4xe version of its Grand Cherokee large SUV in Australia next year.The confirmation came as part of a release announcing the demise of the Chrysler brand in Australia, but also confirming

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Mazda reveals not-for-Oz CX-50

By Tung Nguyen · 16 Nov 2021

Mazda has lifted the lid on its new CX-50 SUV, which will be the first model in its expanded crossover line-up that also encompasses the CX-60, CX-70, CX-80 and CX-90.While models like the CX-60 and CX-80 or CX-90 are already pencilled in for an Australia

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Suzuki Jimny 2022 review: Lite 4WD off-road test

By Matt Campbell · 15 Nov 2021

If you want a Suzuki Jimny with all the fruit, you're going to have to wait. But there is a chance you might find one of these - the Suzuki Jimny Lite 2022 model - which removes a few bits and bobs inside and outside of the small 4WD to make it more affordable. Is the cheaper Jimny the better one? Let's find out.

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Is the LC300 getting too smart?

By David Morley · 14 Nov 2021

Carmakers invest years, billions of dollars and millions of kilometres of testing making sure their latest product is fit for purpose, but it’s often the details that set some makes and models apart from the rest.

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Can Ineos take on Toyota?

By David Morley · 14 Nov 2021

In an automotive world where manufacturers are struggling to fill new niches every day, with the inevitable model propagation that comes with it, it seems Ineos is prepared to go it alone.

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Form follows function on Ineos Grenadier

By David Morley · 10 Nov 2021

Ineos Automotive’s hard-as-nails Grenadier off-roader is sure to give the establishment a shake-up when it arrives in Australia, even though it’s still about 12 months away.

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Toyota LandCruiser Prado going hybrid?

By Andrew Chesterton · 05 Nov 2021

The new Toyota LandCruiser Prado will introduce a new petrol-hybrid powertrain, according to new reports out of Japan, with the brand's mini-LC300 to follow the brand's well-word electrification pathway.The reports, which surfaced in Japanese scoop site S

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Ford unleashes wild Bronco desert racer

By Stephen Ottley · 02 Nov 2021

Ford has unveiled the wildest Bronco yet. It’s called the Bronco DR, which stands for Desert Racer, and while it’s been designed to tackle off-road racing events, it could also give us an idea what to expect when the Bronco Raptor arrives in 2022.

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Isuzu MU-X 2022 review: LS-U 4WD off-road test

By Marcus Craft · 29 Oct 2021

Not too long ago, the Isuzu MU-X seemed to be a pretty decent value-for-money option if you were in the market for a seven-seat SUV.The new-generation Isuzu MU-X has an updated engine, more safety and driver-assist tech, and it can now tow 3.5 tonnes, so it tops its SUV wagon class in terms of load-hauling - on paper, at least.But it also arrives with a substantial price hike.

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