A new special edition Porsche Cayenne has been announced for Australia, called the Platinum Edition. The edition gives the luxury SUV a big boost in value with added standard features. Customers are able to order the Platinum Edition in three engine levels, including the V6 petrol, the diesel, and the […]
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2017 Renault Koleos unveiled; larger, more upmarket
The second-generation Renault Koleos has broken cover at the Beijing motor show. Larger than its predecessor, it is also based on the Nissan X-Trail platform, which grew in size for its latest generation as well. Koleos was Renault’s sole SUV offering when it debuted in 2007, but now it sits […]
Sporty Mazda CX-4 debuts in China, for Chinese market only
The Mazda CX-4 sporty SUV has made its debut at the Beijing motor show. Unfortunately for Australian motorists, it won’t be heading Down Under any time soon. This is Mazda’s answer to the increasingly popular sporty SUV layout featuring a four-door coupe body profile. It’s based on the CX-5 mid-size […]
Volkswagen T-Prime GTE concept revealed, previews new large SUV
Volkswagen has unveiled a new concept SUV at the Beijing motor show, called the T-Prime GTE. It’s set to give us some idea of the future design direction of the next Touareg large SUV. The company says the T-Prime is a “cutting-edge premium class SUV”, featuring a plug-in hybrid powertrain […]
1000kW Nissan Patrol is your everyday drive in the Middle East
Speedhunters has unearthed a volcanic 1400hp three-door Nissan Patrol in the Middle East. Imagine a Mitsubishi Pajero Evolution that’s spent decades in a high security prison munching steroids and you get the idea. The Qatari owner has a vast collection of other supercars, but only wished to share this sinister […]
20016 Suzuki Vitara S Turbo on sale in Australia from $28,990
The turbocharged Suzuki Vitara has touched down in Australia, bringing more power and torque to the latest model, while offering similar fuel consumption. Suzuki Australia is offering two variants with the turbocharged engine, joining the existing RT-S. Buyers can choose between the S Turbo two-wheel drive or four-wheel drive, both […]
MY2017 Evoque update adds 10.2in screen, Ember special edition
Some mild updates have been announced for the MY2017 Range Rover Evoque in Australia, introducing enhanced on-board technology for some variants, and a new Ember special edition. Starting with the technology update, Land Rover has equipped the HSE and HSE Dynamic range-toppers with its new 10.2-inch infotainment touch-screen system that […]
2017 Renault Koleos revealed, full debut at Beijing motor show
Renault is planning to unveil its “brand new” D-segment SUV at the Beijing motor show next week, giving us a first look at the next Koleos. No specific details have been revealed at this stage. Instead, Renault has simply dropped an image showing the SUV in full view. It shows […]