Planning an epic trip all the way around Australia? This is the vehicle you need to do it in. The 2015 Toyota LandCruiser Sahara turbo-diesel V8. We’re testing the current, pre-facelifted version before the new-look model arrives next month. And what better way to test it than by hitting up […]
Day: 25 September 2015
BMW rejects claims it cheats on diesel emissions tests
Following the Volkswagen emissions scandal, other German carmakers are now being put under scrutiny, with the latest accusations being directed to BMW and the diesel engine used in the X3 SUV. According to German publication Auto Bild, the 2.0-litre turbo-diesel found in the X3 might also feature special cheating software […]
2016 BMW X1 on sale in Australia from $49,500, new FWD architecture
Local prices and specifications for the new 2016 BMW X1 have been announced, just ahead of its market entry in October. The two-wheel drive sDrive models will arrive in December. BMW Australia is offering customers four different variant levels for the new, front-wheel-drive-based X1, spanning from the sDrive18d, sDrive20i, to […]
Editorial: What SUV did we buy – Land Rover, Lexus NX, BMW X3?
For our more regular readers you might remember our editorial last month about buying a premium SUV. It was between the Land Rover Discovery Sport, Lexus NX, and BMW X3. This was one of the longest decision-making processes my wife and I had ever made. I think it was so […]
Renault Clio & Captur Expression+ special editions announced
Renault Australia is introducing two new special edition models based on the Clio hatch and Captur mini SUV. They are called the Expression+. Extending on the standard equipment of the Clio Expression EDC automatic (dual-clutch), the plus package adds unique 16-inch alloy wheels in black, auto headlights and wipers, and […]