Take one rorty 1.4-litre engine and pump up to 20psi of boost into it and what you’re left with is the extremely feisty Fiat 500 Abarth Esseesse. It might be small but it carries way more than a case of short man syndrome. 2013 FIAT 500 ABARTH ESSEESSE – PROS AND […]
Hatchbacks
2012 Opel Astra Sport review (video)
It’s sexy, practical, and zippy thanks to its turbo engine, but is it enough to win over Australian small car buyers? The 2012 Opel Astra Sport is the newest kid on the ever-competitive small car block. Targeting VW Golf buyers, it blends German quality and precision with gorgeous styling, topped […]
2013 Toyota Corolla Levin ZR review (video)
The world’s most popular small car is about to become a whole lot more popular. Toyota has just reinvented its unbeatable Corolla hatch with improvements in every aspect important in a small car. So how does the sporty 2013 Toyota Corolla Levin ZR shape up? 2013 TOYOTA COROLLA LEVIN ZR […]
2012 Hyundai i30 Premium CRDi review
The 2012 Hyundai i30 Premium CRDi offers exceptional value for money thanks to excellent fuel economy, loads of interior delights, fresh styling, and inviting driving dynamics. 2012 HYUNDAI i30 PREMIUM CRDi – PROS AND CONS PROS: Sharp styling Comfortable/spacious interior Punchy turbo-diesel engine Loads of standard kit CONS: Electric steering […]
2013 Ford Focus ST review (video)
This is the new 2013 Ford Focus ST. It’s the replacement to the very popular XR5. For the new model, Ford decided to relegate the howling XR5 2.5-litre five-cylinder turbo engine – potentially upsetting enthusiasts – and has introduced a 2.0-litre EcoBoost four banger. Ford fans needn’t fret though, the […]
2012 BMW 118d M Sport review (video)
The 2012 BMW 118d M Sport is the perfect car for those who simply love driving. Why? The 1 Series is the only rear-wheel drive hatch on the market for starters, so you get proper sports car handling, while the 118d turbo-diesel offers surging torque matched with hybrid-like economy, so […]
2012 Opel Astra GTC Sport review (video)
The conditions in the hot hatch segment are harsh and unforgiving at the moment, especially with desirable newcomers popping up from all parts of the world. One of the newest arrivals is the 2012 Opel Astra GTC Sport. It’s offering German quality and precision, matched with a friendly price tag […]
2012 Hyundai Veloster Plus review
Although the 2012 Hyundai Veloster Plus does come with plenty of kit, is it worth the extra $4000 over the $23,990 entry-level Veloster? Let’s find out. 2012 HYUNDAI VELOSTER PLUS – PROS AND CONS PROS: Supermodel looks Comfortable and airy interior Very good entertainment system Innovative third door for rear […]