BMW Australia has added the more potent xDrive35d engine option to the sporty X4 SUV, bringing increased performance compared with the outgoing xDrive30d variant. Based on the X3, the X4 is BMW’s answer to customers wanting a more affordable and/or smaller X6. It takes on the fashionable four-door coupe styling […]
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Audi, Porsche, Volkswagen suspend 3.0 TDI sales in the US
Volkswagen Group has put a halt to sales of all Audi, Porsche, and Volkswagen vehicles equipped with the 3.0 TDI, following EPA’s findings of illegal practices. This means all Volkswagen Group diesel vehicle sales are on hold in the US, with the 2.0 TDI already paused. In Australia, sales of […]
Volkswagen 3.0 TDI also has emissions cheat device: UPDATED
Things don’t look good for Volkswagen Group, as another engine has been cited by the Environmental Protection Agency as having an emissions cheating device. According to the EPA, the company’s 3.0-litre TDI turbo-diesel V6 also uses a defeat device to cheat its way through emissions tests. The engine is found, […]
Isuzu D-Max & MU-X receive new 4×2 variants in Australia
The local Isuzu D-Max ute lineup has been expanded, now including two new 4×2 variants. A new 4×2 version of the MU-X SUV has also been added. Joining the extensive ute range are the D-Max SX 4×2 Space Cab High-Ride and the SX 4×2 Crew Cab Chassis High-Ride. These come […]
2016 BMW 7 Series on sale in Australia from $217,500
BMW Australia has announced local pricing and specifications for the all-new 7 Series luxury sedan, which arrives in November. Five model grades will be available in Australia, ranging from the 730d, 740i, 740iL, 750i, to the flagship 750iL. All feature a turbocharged engine, and all boast a number of impressive […]
Hyundai Santa Fe Series II facelift gets revised engines, more equipment
Hyundai Australia will launch the 2015-2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Series II very soon, bringing a range of updates to the exterior and interior, increased safety, and even more standard equipment. Three key variants grades will continue to be offered, plus the sporty SR model later down the track. These continue […]
Citroen C4 Cactus on sale in Australia early-2016, from $26,990
When the interesting new Citroen C4 Cactus goes on sale in Australia next year, prices will start at $26,990. It will come in both petrol and diesel forms. The Citroen C4 Cactus will definitely be one of the least conventional crossovers on the market when it arrives. It features special […]
2016 Toyota LandCruiser now on sale in Australia from $76,500
Toyota Australia has launched the new 2016 LandCruiser 200 Series, featuring a fresh new look, uprated engines, and a host of new safety and comfort revisions. Four main variants grades are available, with two engine options. These span from the GX, GXL, VX, to the flagship Sahara. These can be […]