Looking for a new family run-around that’s also packing serious power under the bonnet? Dodge has just revealed the all-new Durango SRT V8. Based on the Durango, which is a full-size family SUV sold in the US, this version is given a comprehensive makeover by the folks at SRT. It […]
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2017 Isuzu D-Max & MU-X not getting limited-slip diff or diff lock
Isuzu is launching the facelifted, 2017 D-Max and MU-X in Australia this week, bringing a range of technical updates and design tweaks. Specific information is under an Australian media-wide embargo until Friday morning, however, PerformanceDrive can confirm the new model will not come with a rear limited-slip differential (LSD) or […]
2017 Holden Trax now on sale in Australia from $23,990
Holden’s smallest SUV offering, the Trax, has just undergone an extensive facelift and starts from the same $23,990 as the outgoing vehicle. The range now consists of three models; the LS, all-new LT, and range-topping LTZ which sees an increase of $1600. These are powered by two different engine options. […]
All-new Audi Q2 arrives in Australia with Launch Edition
As spotted in Australia last week, Audi’s new urban small SUV, the Q2, has hit our shores. A special Launch Edition helps celebrate its arrival. The range opens with the Q2 Design 1.4 TFSI with front-wheel drive, producing 110kW and 250Nm. Next up is the Q2 Sport 2.0 TDI quattro, […]
2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport HSE TD4 180 review
Land Rover has kicked off 2017 with a bang with its latest rendition of the Discovery Sport. It brings with it the newly developed all-aluminium ‘Ingenium’ engine, state-of-the-art convenience technologies, and a revised model lineup. With the 2017 model update, it might be a little confusing. Land Rover has changed […]
2018 Mercedes-Benz G-Class spotted winter testing, looks bigger (video)
Mercedes-Benz has been spotted test driving a prototype version of the next-gen G-Class, which looks like it will carry over its robust and rugged personality and design from the current model. Spotted recently in serious winter conditions, it looks like Mercedes is honing the four-wheel drive system using pretty conventional […]
Citroen announces conventional 6pd auto for Cactus
Fans (including us) of the funky Citroen C4 Cactus will be overjoyed to hear there is a conventional six-speed automatic transmission option coming soon. The Cactus is one of the most unique and innovative propositions in the small SUV market segment, presenting real cabin comfort, practical interior features, and extremely […]
Cadillac ‘XT3’ small SUV coming in 2018 – report
Cadillac is apparently planning a smaller SUV than the XT5, expected to wear the ‘XT3’ moniker when it lobs mid next-year. Company president Johan de Nysschen confirmed the news in a recent Detroit News report, where he conceded the company isn’t presently doing all it can to cater for shifting […]