Holden has taken the covers off its last-ever locally built VFII Commodore, billed as the quickest, most powerful and most advanced Commodore ever built. VFII introduces a new 6.2-litre LS3 engine to all V8 models, along with numerous upgrades including bi-modal exhaust, mechanical sound enhancer and all-new styling cues. Making …
Read More »All-new 2015 Suzuki Vitara on sale now in Australia
Suzuki has launched its all-new Vitara in Australia. Available in two grades – RT-S and RT-X – the new generation Vitara is priced from $21,990 plus on-roads for the RT-S 5-speed manual, and $23,990 for the 6-speed automatic with “F1 inspired” sport paddle shift. All variants come standard with Satellite …
Read More »Renault Megane R.S. 275 Cup Premium on sale from $52,990
Renault has introduced the 2015 Mégane R.S. 275 Cup Premium to its Australian line up, replacing the outgoing R.S. 265 Cup Premium. The Mégane R.S. range now comprise the Mégane R.S. 265 Cup, priced from $43,990 (Manufacturer’s List Price), and the Mégane R.S. 275 Cup Premium, priced from $52,990 (MLP). …
Read More »Mitsubishi expands 2016 Triton lineup with two new variants
Mitsubishi will be adding two new 4×2 Triton GLX variants to its 2016 line-up. The new entry-level 2.4-litre petrol GLX Single Cab will now kick off the range from $21,990 plus on-road costs, accompanied by a manual version of the GLX Double Cab from $33,490 RRP. Mitsubishi will also expand …
Read More »Citroen C4 Cactus Australian specification announced
Citroen Australia will launch its all-new C4 Cactus with specification designed specifically for the Australian market, including a new 60:40 split fold rear seat. The new, more practical rear seat replaces the folding bench seat available globally, but also allows for the fitment of top-tether anchor points for child seats …
Read More »Revised 2015 Chrysler 300 SRT returns to head line-up
The revised Chrysler 300 SRT has arrived in Australia, re-joining the local line-up as the performance hero of the range. Rivalling the locally built Holden Commodore SSV Redline and Ford Falcon XR8, the facelifted Chrysler 300 SRT has dropped the ‘8’ from its nameplate, but it is still V8-powered. Like …
Read More »Peugeot offers final run of 208 GTi at sub $30k
Peugeot Australia is offering its final run of the current 208 GTi, the spiritual successor to the 205 GTi, at the original 1980s model’s price of $29,500 plus on-roads. The last remaining 30 Peugeot 208 GTi hot hatch will make way for a revised model late in 2015, with final …
Read More »Jaguar XE now on sale from $60,400
Jaguar’s 3 Series beater has arrived in Australia and goes on sale next month. Pricing for the four-variant Jaguar XE starts from $60,400 plus on-roads for the entry-level XE Prestige 20t, putting the new Jaguar right in the path of the German trio, as well as the Lexus IS, in terms of …
Read More »Mazda2 sedan launches in Australia from $14,990
Mazda has expanded the Mazda2 range with the launch of the Mazda2 sedan in Australia. Available in Neo and Maxx grades, the sedan joins the Neo, Maxx and Genki hatchback options. The entry-level Neo sedan comes with cruise control, Bluetooth®, advanced keyless push-button engine start, ABS, DSC, ESS and rear …
Read More »Toyota LandCruiser updated for 2016
Toyota’s LandCruiser 200 Series is set to gain styling, performance and safety advances when an updated range arrives in Australia during the second half of October. The announcements for Toyota’s “king off the road” are the latest in a series of comprehensive renewals within the company’s 4WD range with an …
Read More »2016 Audi RS3 Sportback set for Oct launch; priced from $78,900
The first-ever Audi RS3 Sportback will arrive in Australia in October, priced from under $80,000, where it will wage war against the mighty Mercedes A45 AMG. At just $78,900 plus on-roads, the RS3 Sportback will be the most affordable RS model the company has ever produced. “The new Audi RS3 …
Read More »2015 Volvo XC90 launched in Australia from $89,950
The all-new Volvo XC90 range has launched in Australia priced from $89,950 plus on-road costs. The XC90 is the first vehicle to introduce Volvo’s new global trim level strategy, with Australia taking Momentum, Inscription and R-Design variants, each offering a different exterior and interior level of standard features. The 165kW/470Nm …
Read More »2016 Audi Q7 arrives in Australia priced from $103,900
The second-generation Audi Q7 will arrive in Australia in September, priced from $103,900 plus on-roads and packed with sophisticated technology and more driver assistance systems. “The all-new second-generation Q7 will take Audi’s reputation for cutting-edge engineering, exceptional quality and sophisticated technology a giant leap further,” said Andrew Doyle, Managing Director …
Read More »Fourth-generation Mazda MX-5 arrives in Australia
The fourth generation Mazda MX-5 officially goes on sale in Australia this month. With global sales approaching one million units since its inception in 1989, the new Mazda MX-5 is expected to re-ignite interest in the Japanese open-top roadster. Following an extensive marketing, Mazda Australia expects to move 125 cars …
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