BMW’s 2.0-litre turbo-diesel B47 engine, found in 18d and 20d models, is reportedly getting an update, with a twin-turbo system introducing better response and improved fuel economy with lower emissions. Some changes are also in store for the B37 three-cylinder diesel. The news stems from a BMWBlog report, which says […]
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2018 Toyota LandCruiser Prado now on sale in Australia
The 2018 Toyota LandCruiser Prado is now on sale in Australia, bringing an updated front end design, more technology, and some lower price points. As revealed in September, the 2018 Prado gets a neat styling facelift with a new vertical grille, new headlights with LED daytime running lights, and a […]
2017 Isuzu MU-X LS-U review (video)
If you’re in the market for a competent seven-seat off-road SUV but don’t have the budget for the segment-favourite Toyota Prado, there are other options. The 2017 Isuzu MU-X is not an addition to the growingly popular soft-roader market. No, this is an option for buyers who actually intend to […]
New Citroen C4 Cactus revealed, on sale late 2018
The quirky Citroen C4 Cactus has been given a facelift, boasting a cleaner design, new tech including hydraulic suspension, and revised AirBump technology. Yes, it’s that car with the funny plastic panels on the sides. However, for the 2018 Cactus Citroen has created slimline versions of the AirBump technology. Small […]
BMW X2 officially revealed, debuts M Sport X option
The all-new BMW X2 has been officially unveiled, coming in as BMW’s new sporty compact SUV to slot next to the X1. It will be available in racy M Sport form, as well as with a new M Sport X pack. Starting with the powertrains. BMW will launch the new […]
G-Power tunes up the new BMW 5 Series, including M550d
Renowned BMW tuner G-Power has got its hands on the quad-turbo diesel-powered BMW M550d, giving it a big breath of performance. Not that it needs it. In standard form the 3.0-litre quad-turbo inline six found in the M550d xDrive (not offered in Australia, unfortunately) produces 290kW and 760Nm. It is […]
2017 Ford Ranger Wildtrak review (video)
It’s arguably the most popular double-cab ute in Australia, the Ford Ranger, if you exclude fleet and government sales. And in top-spec Wildtrak form it is easily one of the most desirable off-road trucks currently on the market. Does it have what it takes to push ahead of the top-selling […]
Top 5 quickest 2017 diesel utes across 0-100km/h tested by PerformanceDrive
If you’re in the market for a ute, chances are you couldn’t give two hoots about 0-100km/h performance. However, we thought we’d put together a quick top five video to show you the difference in acceleration in today’s available products. Getting across 0-100km/h in such and such a time might not […]