It’s refreshing to see that Kia has given its humble people mover one of the most sophisticated interiors of its line-up. Featuring a double screen first made famous by Mercedes-Benz, the Kia Carnival’s 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster is accompanied by a touchscreen infotainment system of the same size that includes …
Read More »2020 Mitsubishi Pajero Sport Review
The current Mitsubishi Pajero Sport was launched in 2015 as a more comfortable and stylish SUV alternative to the Triton workhorse ute, while retaining its full suite of all-terrain capability. Its lineage dates back to 1996 with the Mitsubishi Challenger. Like the Pajero Sport, it too, came with all the …
Read More »Toyota unveils Corolla Cross SUV. Due in Australia 2022
The Toyota Corolla nameplate will spawn a new SUV model for the first time with the introduction of the Corolla Cross. Coming hot on the heels of the Yaris Cross, the Corolla Cross is set to launch in Australia in 2022 as a MY2023 offering, slotting in between the Yaris …
Read More »2021 Lexus LS facelifted with improved comfort and technology
Lexus has given its flagship LS a mild midlife facelift three and a half years after making its debut to face increasing challenges not only from the Germans, but also the Koreans with their newly established Genesis brand. The makeover brings a new front fascia with updated three-bulb headlights and …
Read More »Mazda confirms turbocharged Mazda3 hatch: 170kW/420Nm
Mazda has confirmed its much-lauded 2.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol will find its way into the new turbocharged Mazda3, although it’s not yet confirmed for Australia. Confirmed by Mazda Mexico in a video release, the forced fed Mazda3 will deliver 170kW and 420Nm, identical to the Australian delivered Mazda6, CX-9 and …
Read More »Flagship Mazda SkyActiv-X mild-hybrid range pricing announced
Mazda Australia has announced the pricing and specification for its advanced Spark Controlled Compression Ignition (SPCCI) SkyActiv-X mild hybrid range, which will go on sale locally in August. The innovative 2.0-litre engine is the world’s first production petrol engine to combine the benefits of lean diesel-like compression ignition with regular …
Read More »Lexus files IS 500 trademark. V8 coming?
Toyota has reportedly filed trademark applications in the US and Canada for the IS 500 name, suggesting the new Lexus IS could be getting a V8-powered variant. While the application is currently still pending, if true, it lends credence to an earlier report by Allcarnews that a V8 IS is …
Read More »2021 VW Tiguan R debuts with 235kW of hot SUV goodness
The hot VW Tiguan R has made its debut as a new addition to the range as part of the crossover’s mid-life facelift. Yet to be confirmed for Australia, the flagship Tiguan R features a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine pumping out 235kW of power and 420Nm of torque. Similar …
Read More »VW Mk7 Golf GTI TCR dialed up to 246kW
The Mk7 Volkswagen Golf GTI TCR might be the last hurrah for the venerable model before the new one lobs in but that doesn’t stop German tuners, Maxi-Tuner and Dronia Sportwagen from teaming up to squeeze even more style and power from the hot hatch. Set to arrive in Australia …
Read More »2021 G80 BMW M3 teased in official video
With the all-new G80 BMW M3 and G82 M4 release set for September this year, BMW has started its teasing campaign on the high-performance duo with a new teaser video showing the four-door model hitting the Nürburgring for fine-tuning. While the car featured in the video is still clad in …
Read More »2021 Volkswagen Arteon unwrapped with Shooting Brake model
Volkswagen has taken the big wraps off its facelifted 2021 VW Arteon along with its all-new Arteon Shooting Brake sibling. Besides a brand new Shooting Brake variant, the mid-life update brings the usual accoutrement of modifications, including a front fascia featuring a new LED light strip that visually connects the …
Read More »2020 Mazda CX-9 Sport FWD Review – still an excellent 7-seater
The Mazda CX-9 has always been one of our favourites here at ForceGT. And since its launch in 2016, Mazda has continuously refined the successful large seven-seater SUV to ensure its appeal with buyers. But now into its fourth year on sale, the CX-9 is entering dangerous territory as newer …
Read More »Refreshed 2021 Mercedes-AMG E63 S bows in
The 2021 Mercedes-AMG E63 has received a facelift following the base car’s recent refresh, bringing with it a minor restyle, retuned air suspension, improved aerodynamics and additional options. Like the regular models, the biggest change takes place around the back, with the new model getting a pair of reshaped horizontal …
Read More »2021 BMW M5 unveiled with fresh looks and updated technology
The facelifted 2021 BMW M5 has made its official debut sporting a new look and updated technology. Like the wider facelifted 5 Series range, the high-performance model features a revised kidney grille that drops further down into the front apron, complimented by a pair of tweaked headlights with different daytime …
Read More »
ForceGT.com Car News, Car Reviews, Video Reviews, Tuning and much more.