Land Rover Australia is launching two special editions of its four-gen Discovery SUV, called the Landmark and Graphite. Both bring a number of added features and exclusive highlights to the mix. For the Landmark edition, which is based on the SDV6 HSE, Land Rover has fitted full-length roof rails in […]
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Bentley Bentayga diesel to use e-turbo tech from Audi – report
It will be the most powerful and fastest production SUV ever, the Bentley Bentayga, but that will be in top-spec form. We now hear a more eco-focused diesel is on the way. According to a recent Automotive News Europe report, Bentley is going to be turning to electronic turbocharging technology […]
2016 Toyota Fortuner 7-seat SUV on sale in Australia from $47,990
Toyota Australia has announced local pricing and specifications for the all-new Toyota Fortuner seven-seat SUV. It sits in the showroom as one of the most off-road-capable models. The Fortuner is based on the new HiLux ute, featuring a robust platform suitable for everything from heavy-duty off-roading to doing the family […]
Holden Colorado LS-X Limited Edition on sale from $46,490
Holden is launching yet another special edition of the Colorado ute. This time, it’s called the LS-X Limited Edition, and it brings a number accessories to the mix as standard. The local GM arm has fitted the LS-X with a number of popular accessories as standard, boosting value by over […]
Audi A5 DTM selection 3.0 TDI special edition announced
A new special edition Audi A5 has been announced, called the DTM selection. Just 50 examples will be made. It leads into the introduction of the all-new model coming next year. Based on the 3.0 TDI A5, the DTM selection uses a 3.0-litre turbo-diesel V6 engine. Power remains at 180kW […]
2016 Volkswagen Passat on sale in Australia from $34,990
The eighth-generation, 2016 Volkswagen Passat has been launched in Australia. It introduces VW’s latest technologies, a new-look design inside and out, and some updated engine options. Volkswagen originally unveiled the 2016 Passat last year. Although merely extending on the outgoing styling language, the new design is much more sophisticated and […]
2016 Toyota LandCruiser Prado 2.8 review (video)
You can’t drive very far these days without seeing one of these. Since its introduction in 1996 to this new 2016 model, the Toyota LandCruiser Prado has been a hit with Australian families, offering a rugged body-on-frame construction, and Toyota’s enviable reputation for reliability. In the last decade it has […]
Electric Volkswagen Phaeton confirmed, plans for more EV technology outlined
In a recent statement outlining Volkswagen’s future plans in regards to its new board of management, the company has confirmed the next-gen Phaeton flagship sedan will be offered with a fully electric powertrain. The Volkswagen Phaeton wasn’t ever officially sold in Australia, but it has accumulated quite a following both […]