The new 3rd generation MINI Convertible has arrived in Australia in both Cooper and Cooper S variants, promising more interior space, greater performance and efficiency. Priced from $37,900 plus on-road costs for the entry-level Cooper model with the Cooper S starting at $45,400, both models are highly specified to reflect …
Read More »Holden introduces Commodore Black Edition
Holden has introduced a new variant to the Commodore range – the Commodore Black Edition. Based on the popular SV6 and V8 SS models, the Commodore Black is available as a sedan, sportwagon and ute from mid-April and adds unique 18-inch alloy wheels, colour head-up display and satellite navigation, amongst …
Read More »All-New 2016 Honda Civic goes upmarket priced from sub-$23k
Honda Australia has announced local pricing for the all-new Civic range ahead of its arrival into dealerships from June. The five-model Honda Civic line-up consists of VTi, VTi-S, VTi-L, RS and range-topping VTi-LX. The sporty RS is new to the Civic range, delivering an integrated body kit with striking black …
Read More »Kia’s pint size Picanto arrives in Australia
Kia’s latest city car, the Kia Picanto, has launched in Australia priced from $14,990 drive away. The Euro-styled, Korean-built Picanto is available in one specification, one engine and one gearbox to keep things simple. Crucially, it comes standard with an automatic transmission, albeit only a four-speed one. The Picanto occupies …
Read More »BMW M2 arrives Down Under priced from sub-$90k
BMW’s long awaited M2 coupe has arrived Down Under, bringing huge performance M Gmbh has been well known for in a small package. With deliveries starting this month, the BMW M2 is priced from $89,900 plus on-road costs for the 6-speed manual only, entry-level M2 Pure. It is joined by the range …
Read More »Holden releases new line of Active Lifestyle tailored vehicles
Holden are expanding their Trax and Colorado range with an all-new Active Lifestyle package. The new package is designed to provide customers with “greater style and features while maintaining great value for money”. Holden’s Executive Director of Marketing, Geraldine Davys, said “Holden is recognising how people are using their vehicles …
Read More »Citroen DS 4 Crossback launched from $46,990
Citroen’s luxury division, DS, has launched a limited-run DS 4 Crossback compact crossover for the Australian market – with 25 of the two-plus-two, high-riding coupes initially available for order. The all-new DS 4 Crossback benefits from a higher ride height, 17” Canberra alloys, revised suspension tune, all-new Euro-6 diesel drivetrain …
Read More »BMW X5 xDrive40e plug-in hybrid launched from sub $120k
BMW’s first ever non i-badged plug-in hybrid car, the X5 xDrive40e, has arrived in BMW showrooms across Australia priced from $118,900 plus on-roads. The first model to arrive here under the new iPerformance banner, the X5 xDrive40e pairs a 180kW/350Nm turbocharged 2.0-litre four cylinder engine with a 83kW/250Nm synchronous electric motor …
Read More »Volkswagen launches Golf GTI 40 Years edition
Volkswagen is marking the 40th anniversary of the Golf GTI with a special edition model. Set to arrive on Australian shores in June this year, the Golf GTI 40 Years edition will be available in limited numbers and offers more power and a boost in equipment over the standard GTI. …
Read More »Mitsubishi Mirage gets a fresh look for 2016
Mitsubishi has facelifted the Mirage bringing a fresh new look and notable refinement within its affordable $12,250 starting price. Both the sedan and hatch are included in the facelift with the exterior gaining a new front grille with chrome accents, redesigned bonnet and redesigned front/rear bumpers. The models also stand …
Read More »Limited edition Bentley Continental GT Black Speed unveiled
Bentley has unveiled a limited-edition Continental GT “Black Speed” at the Australian Formula One Grand Prix over the past weekend. Developed with help from the company’s customisation division, Mulliner, the Continental GT Black Speed is limited to just ten examples, and was created exclusively for Australia and New Zealand. The …
Read More »Audi introduces cheaper, less powerful 160kW Q7 in Australia
Audi has expanded its popular second-generation Q7 range with a new 160kW 3.0-litre TDI variant priced from $96,300 plus on-road costs. Read ForceGT’s 2016 Audi Q7 Review here Sporting a slightly detuned version of the 3.0-litre turbodiesel V6, the engine produces 160kW of power and 500Nm of torque, 40kW and …
Read More »McLaren expands Sports Series with 570S GT4 and Sprint
Hot off the presses we bring you two new additions to McLaren’s track-dedicated Sports Series; the 570S GT4 and 570S Sprint. For now, McLaren has only released information on the GT4 guise with the company remaining tight-lipped surrounding details of the 570S Sprint. We do know however that the sprint …
Read More »Skoda’s 2016 Superb luxury flapship arrives in Australia
The all-new 2016 Skoda Superb has launched in Australia, priced from $39,990 plus on-road costs. Available in both sedan and wagon body style, the third-generation Superb brings a pair of high performance petrol engines, along with a fuel efficient diesel. Innovation and connectivity also plays a big role in the …
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