Nissan has updated its seven-seat Pathfinder SUV with more power, better handling, a freshened exterior look along with enhanced safety and technology. Like before, the revised 2017 Pathfinder will be offered in both two- and four-wheel-drive configurations spanned across three trim levels, but gains direct injection for its 3.5-litre V6 …

Special edition utes seem to be the trend these days. Hot on the heels of Ford’s introduction of the Ranger FX4, Mitsubishi has announced a Triton GLS Sports Edition for the Australian market. Based on the 2017 Triton GLS 4×4 Double Cab, the Triton Sports Edition boost its appeal with …

Ford has introduced the new Ranger FX4, the first XLT based Special Edition for PX Ranger MkII. Building on the success of the top-spec Ranger XLS Special Edition, the Ranger FX4 is designed for those looking for a bit more attitude from one of segment’s top selling ute. The special edition …

Hot on the heels of last month’s world premiere of the LS 500 flagship sedan, Lexus today announced it will debut the LS 500h hybrid variant at next month’s Geneva motor show. While the LS 500 is powered by a new twin-turbo 3.5-litre V6 petrol engine delivering 310kW and 600Nm, the LS 500h …

BMW is set to expand its SUV offerings with confirmation that the X2 compact crossover and X7 seven-seater flagship will hit showrooms within the next two years. Speaking at the BMW Australia 2017 Range Day media event, BMW Group Australia CEO Marc Werner said it was a logical decision to introduce …

Completing the new-generation MINI range, the latest MINI Countryman has arrived in Australia. With four models on offer, the compact crossover is available with a range of petrol and diesel drivetrains and front- or all-wheel drive options. “The new MINI Countryman introduces the excitement of the MINI range to the …

The BMW 7 Series is a very important car for the German car maker. Of course, it’s the flagship of the line-up. But more importantly the 7 Series’ rival is the long-dominant Mercedes-Benz S-Class, a car it’s been aiming to topple iteration after iteration. Now, an all-new sixth generation 7 Series …

There’s a lot weighing down on the new Ford Focus RS. Not because its predecessor was hard to improve on, but because it’s such a late comer to the slew of new generation all-paw rockets. If it was to avoid come out second or third best, the Focus RS needs …

The next-generation Mazda CX-5 will arrive with even more safety features, adding to the already comprehensive list of i-ACTIVSENSE technology that has helped the nameplate become the most popular SUV on the market. Going on sale in coming months, the second-generation Mazda CX-5 now adds Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) …

The Nissan GT-R Nismo has arrived in Australia as the pinnacle of the revered GT-R model range. Bearing the name of Nissan’s motorsports and performance group – Nismo, an abbreviation of NISsan MOtorports – the GT-R Nismo joins the recently updated 2017 GT-R Premium and GT-R Track Edition models. Lobbing a significant $110,000 premium …

Alfa Romeo is finally getting serious about SUV with the recently unveiled Stelvio crossover, bringing a refreshing blend of Italian flair and passion to the premium midsize SUV segment. We have seen photos of Stelvio Quadrifoglio, the range’s flagship boasting a Ferrari-inspired 2.9-litre biturbo V6 serving up 371kW and 600Nm to take …

This week, Dodge showed a one-finger salute to the SUV world with the Durango SRT. Forget about M and AMG as this monster of a “family” SUV not only packs three rows of seats, but also a mighty 6.4-litre HEMI V8 cranking out 354kW of power and 640Nm of torque. The …

At the launch of the Lexus LC 500 in Detroit last year, the big boss of Toyota Motor Corporation, Akio Toyoda declared that it was just the beginning of a new era for the luxury brand. We interpreted that as: hold your breath a higher performance, F version of the …

Following its reveal in 2016, the new Holden Trax goes on sale this week, boasting fresh new styling and segment-essential connectivity technology. The small crossover segment continues to grow strongly in recent years, spearheaded by the popular Mazda CX-3 and Honda HR-V, and joined later this month by the flamboyant …