Subaru has lifted the lid on the 2022 facelifted Forester SUV, complete with a new look, interior improvements, and more safety tech, ahead of its expected Australian arrival later this year. The company describes the refresh as being “significantly improved” over the outgoing model, with an updated transmission and suspension […]
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2022 Lexus NX unveiled; new 2.4 turbo, TNGA platform, bigger inside
Lexus has unveiled the all-new, second-generation 2022 NX mid-size SUV. It gets the latest TNGA platform, debuts some brand new powertrains including a 2.4 turbo, and brings in a fresh interior with added technology. Let’s start with the powertrains. So, as suspected, Lexus is launching some new badges with the […]
2022 BMW X3 / X4 update debuts, on sale in Australia Q4
BMW has revealed a mild facelift for the 2022 X3 and X4 mid-size SUVs, with the local arm confirming it will include a plug-in hybrid variant for the first time in Australia, called the xDrive30e. The latest generation X3 and X4 range, complete with a range of new powertrain options […]
2022 Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series revealed, in Australia Q4
This is it. The all-new, 2022 Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series. It debuts with a fresh TNGA-based platform, including all-new suspension, and showcases new V6 diesel and twin-turbo V6 petrol engines. The 4.5-litre twin-turbo V8 diesel is dead. Of course, the 300 Series also shows off a brand new exterior and […]
2022 BMW X3 M, X4 M Competition update adds 50Nm for 3.0TT
A mild update for the introduction of the 2022 BMW X3 M and X4 M Competition SUVs mean they are now quicker than the current M3 and M4 Competition. Yep, the 2022 X3 M and X4 M, in Competition spec, receive the M3/M4’s high-output 3.0-litre twin-turbo inline-six engine, producing 375kW […]
2022 Kia Sportage ‘NQ5’ revealed, inside and out
Kia has pulled the wraps off the all-new 2022 Sportage mid-size SUV, codenamed NQ5, revealing a bold new exterior design and a very suave and tech-filled interior for the first time. The new model is set to go on sale in Australia later this year. As predicted, the 2022 Sportage […]
More powerful Aston Martin ‘DBX S’ coming, plug-in hybrid confirmed
Aston Martin is set to launch a more powerful version of its first-ever SUV, the DBX, with scope for more power and torque from the Mercedes-AMG-sourced V8 engine. A hybrid version is also on the way. Speaking with Australian media during a roundtable session last week, Kevin Watters, Aston Martin’s […]
All-new 2021 Toyota Kluger arrives in Australia, with hybrid option
Toyota Australia has announced the arrival of the all-new fourth-generation 2021 Kluger, which brings in new looks, improved safety and for the first time in Australia, a hybrid powertrain option. The popular model also switches to the company’s latest TNGA platform, promises improved handling and comfort. Toyota is looking to […]