An adventurous new Skoda Superb 4×4 Outdoor special edition is being added to the Australian lineup, giving customers a slightly jumped up alternative to the road-going Superb range. The new Outdoor will become the flagship variant, sitting above the otherwise top-rung Elegance Wagon, featuring some of the company’s latest and […]
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Toyota Prado Altitude announced with relocated spare wheel
For the first time in the nameplate’s 18-year history in Australia, the Toyota LandCruiser Prado is now available without the spare wheel attached to the tailgate. Instead, the spare is relocated under the vehicle. Called the Prado Altitude, the special edition features a unique glass hatch at the back which […]
Mercedes-Benz E 250 & CDI Special Editions announced
Mercedes-Benz Australia has announced E 250 and E 250 CDI ‘Special Edition’ models for the local sedan lineup, bringing added features and boosted overall value. Based on the E 250 and E 250 CDI, the Special Editions come with the popular Vision Package, which includes a 360-degree camera for maximum […]
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer on sale from $44,400
Local prices and specifications for the all-new BMW 2 Series Active Tourer – BMW’s first-ever front-wheel drive car – have been announced. It will arrive in November. Three variants will make up the local lineup, including the 218i, 218d, and the 225i. Each are powered by a turbocharged engine, with […]
2015 Porsche Cayenne on sale in November, E-Hybrid2 confirmed
The new 2015 Porsche Cayenne will land in Australia in November, bringing improved efficiency, more equipment, and an updated design inside and out.
Race: BMW X5 M50d vs Range Rover Sport V8
Here’s an interesting contest by South African website cars.co.za. It’s between the BMW X5 M50d and its 280kW/740Nm tri-turbo-diesel 3.0-litre six, and the Range Rover Sport and its 375kW/625Nm supercharged petrol V8. What’s quicker do you think? See below for the results.
2015 Range Rover gets minor updates, 40Nm torque boost
Land Rover has announced minor updates for the 2015 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport luxury SUVs, including a boost in torque for the SDV8, new options and trimmings, and clever new interior functions. Starting with the hardware, the 4.4-litre turbo-diesel SDV8 engine has been revised and now offers a […]
Audi A7 Sportback Competition celebrates TDI’s 25th anniversary
Audi has revealed a special A7 Sportback S line 3.0 TDI ‘Competition’ variant to help celebrate the company’s TDI 25th anniversary. It features various performance highlights to give it a distinct sporty theme. Just looking at the exterior you can see the cool, fashionably demanding dark alloy wheels. These measure […]