The compact hot hatch market is firing up at the moment, and now Hyundai has just unveiled its little i20 N firecracker. It has been confirmed it will be heading to Australia in 2021. Coming in as the next step in Hyundai N’s progressive new product rollout, the i20 N […]
Hatchback news
Tesla hatchback under consideration based on Model 3, Model 2? – report
Tesla is reportedly planning a new hatchback model to take on the premium European offerings, based on the Model 3 mid-size sedan. This is set to be part of efforts for Tesla to offer a more affordable model. The news seems to have stemmed from a recent Autocar report, which […]
2020 Jaguar XE P300 R-Dynamic SE review (video)
There are a lot of vehicles in this market segment that are very similar, and even look the same. But the 2020 Jaguar XE stands out with a certain British charm. However, the company has pruned the lineup to just one main variant; the P300. Could this be a signal […]
All-new Ford Puma ST performance SUV previewed (video)
Ford is getting ready to unveil its first-ever Puma ST, with a teaser this week confirming a debut is locked in for September 24. We shouldn’t really say ‘first-ever Puma ST’, because it’s actually a bit more than that. If Ford can get the Puma ST onto the market before […]
Renault Australia confirms Arkana, new Captur, updated Megane RS
Renault Australia has confirmed some of its upcoming product plans which are set to help keep the French brand alive and kicking as we get through the coronavirus pandemic. For the past four years running, Renault Australia has posted negative sales from year to year. Its overall figures aren’t exactly […]
Ford Maverick name being revived, set for compact pickup
It looks like the Ford Maverick name is making a return. But it won’t be applied to a Nissan Patrol, as many Australians will remember. Instead, Ford is said to be working on a new compact pickup truck to sit below the US-spec Ford Ranger. This photo, which was sent […]
2020 Mazda3 turbo confirmed, gets 2.5T with 170kW
It’s official. The 2020 Mazda3 turbo features the company’s 2.5-litre turbo-petrol four-cylinder engine, developing 170kW and 420Nm. Although the power output is decent for this class, it’s the torque that should frighten most rivals. Details of the anticipated model were revealed during a video presentation by Mazda Mexico. As you […]
Toyota Australia increasing prices 1-4% from July 1, Japan-made models
Toyota Australia will be introducing some price increases across most of its range from July 1, dealership documents have confirmed, with some models jumping by over $1000. According to a dealer bulletin sent out this week, witnessed by PerformanceDrive, various models will receive a price hike of between 1-4 per […]