ALL-NEW MAZDA CX-30 AUSTRALIAN SPECS AND PRICING

Mazda has released local specifications and pricing for the all-new CX-30,a model that will sit between Mazda CX-3 and CX-5 in size and price. Mazda Australia Managing Director, Vinesh Bhindi, said the arrival of the new SUV will meet growing demand for high-riding vehicles in one of the most popular market segments. “All-New Mazda CX-30 is the perfect middle ground between small and medium SUV, giving customers a really sensible alternative that is equally stylish and innovative,” said Mr Bhindi. “Mazda has used ergonomic driver research to deliver Mazda CX-30’s… Read more

FORD KUGA 2012 – 2017

2015 Ford Kuga Trend

By EWAN KENNEDY, Marque Motoring CAPTION: A. B. C. BODY COPY Kuga replaced the Ford Escape, which was a genuine 4WD, in February 2012. Ford Australia had been slow to realise that buyers wanted crossovers and the 2012 model had been on sale in Europe for four years before it reached us downunder. Like many SUVs these days the Ford Kuga is it’s aimed at the suburban user than the bush basher. However, some Kugas have have the added traction of all-wheel-drive and can be used tackle bush tracks and… Read more

MERCEDES EQC: FIRST FULL ELECTRIC VEHICLE FROM MERCEDES

The Mercedes-Benz EQC, a family-size SUV, is the first all-electric vehicle from the company that, by one definition, claims to have built the first car. It’s built by EQ, the division of Mercedes-Benz established to guide the company’s transition to electric mobility. Mercedes tell us it’s designed to provide the performance, comfort, safety, luxury and practical ownership experience expected of a Mercedes-Benz vehicle. Mercedes-Benz Australia-Pacific CEO and Managing Director Horst von Sanden said Australia was among the first countries in the world to receive stock of the ground-breaking EQC, with… Read more

MG HS IS A WELL-EQUIPPED AND AFFORDABLE MID-SIZED SUV

The Chinese-owned MG carmaker has taken another important step in its bid to make an impact on the Australian car market by opening its first flagship metro dealership, Sydney City MG. Located at Mascot and surrounded by many of the automotive big hitters, the venue was used to unveil its new mid-sized HS SUV as the replacement for its ageing and underachieving GS model. MG HS is bigger all round than its predecessor and, more importantly comes with a raft of safety, driver assistance, technology and entertainment features that combine… Read more

LEXUS LC 500 CONVERTIBLE

The convertible version of the Lexus LC 500 coupe has been announced. That’s the good news, the bad news is that it won’t be on sale in Australia for at least another seven months. The convertible roof can be retracted in just 15 seconds while travelling at up to 50km/h. It stores under an integrated tonneau cover when lowered to keep the appearance as sleek as possible. The open top Lexis is just 10mm longer and 5mm taller than the coupe. It has four seats, though theres a lot stretch… Read more

LEXUS CELEBRATES ITS 30TH ANNIVERSARY

Lexus has celebrated its global 30th anniversary with the “Lexus LS Inspiration Series”. This is aimed to showcase its craftsmanship, technology and refinement. As well as introducing safety and suspension enhancements across the range. Fewer than 10 units will be available for Australian customers so keen Lexus buyers might like to pick up their phones asap. Based on the Lexus LS 500 Sports Luxury, the LS Inspiration Series has a new design of 20-inch Dark Vapor alloy wheel design. It introduces a Khaki Metal exterior colour which is a distinctive… Read more

CITROEN C5 AIRCROSS AT HOME IN COMFORT ZONE

The French continue to put their own stamp on the sports utility vehicle segment, with the latest SUV to have the Gallic charm wand waved over it being the Citroen C5 Aircross. According to the manufacturer, comfort is the byword here, with the first Australian outing for Citroen’s all-new Progressive Hydraulic Cushion suspension developed under the Citroen Advanced Comfort Program. With its roots in the company’s storied history in rallying and endurance events, the all-new PHC system claims to make the all-new C5 Aircross one of the most comfortable cars… Read more

THE MINI JOHN COOPER WORKS GP

The MINI John Cooper Works GP is a special edition to celebrate Mini’s many motor racing achievements over extended periods. Limited to just 3,000 units it’s a follow up to the John Cooper Works GP series that sold very well in 2013 and 2006. Visually it stands out, with a wide track, large front apron and flared wheel arches, not to forget a rear wing that’s even visible even from the front of the car. Lightweight materials such as carbon fibre significantly improve the power- to-weight ratio. The 18-inch lightweight… Read more

JAGUAR F-PACE DIESEL REVIEW

  Jaguar F-Pace is a stylish SUV that’s traditionally British in its styling, both exterior and interior. Like almost all in its class it’s aimed at being a people mover rather than an off-road vehicle. It is offered with a choice of two or all-wheel drive. Buyers tend to opt for the AWD, feeling that it gives them the feeling of travelling in a serious vehicle that they may take onto dirt roads of varying degrees of ruggedness. In any case, those who do want to get serious in have… Read more

TOYOTA 86 2012 – 2018

2012 Toyota 86

Toyota 86 is a small 2+2 sportscar that’s aimed very much at the purist driver. It’s also aimed at those who don’t have the means to spend upwards of $40,000 on a new car. Ten of thousands less than anything else that provides so much pure driving enjoyment. If you find the name of 86 a bit on the bland side, try Hachi-Roku it’s title in Japanese. Sounds good, doesn’t it? You could even call it the Subaru BRZ as the two are closely related twins and come from a… Read more