Ford Performance Vehicles have officially unveiled the FPV GT F 351, the most powerful Falcon ever made and the last one to come out of the local factory which will shut down in October 2016. The FPV GT F 351 is powered by a 5.0-litre supercharged V8 punching out 351kW at 6,000rpm and …
Read More »Fiat launches Abarth 595 ‘50th Anniversary’
Fiat Australia today announces the arrival of the Abarth 595 ‘50th Anniversary’ model – the fastest and most powerful 595 so far. Only 50 examples of the global limited edition model have been secured for Australia and prices start at $45,000 excluding on-roads. “Without doubt the Abarth 595 is an …
Read More »Pumped-up Peugeot RCZ R launched from $68,990
Peugeot Australia has today launched the most powerful road-going car the brand has ever sold, the eagerly anticipated Peugeot RCZ R. The added performance in the RCZ R sees its price jumps $10,000 over the regular RCZ to $68,990. Only 35 RCZ Rs out of a global total of 500 are allocated …
Read More »MY15 Mitsubishi ASX on sale now
Mitsubishi has given the ASX SUV an upgrade, with claimed improvements to overall driver performance and NVH, along with new features and mild cosmetic updates. The 15MY ASX is said to be quieter, smoother and more refined, and offer better on-road performance with more responsive steering feel. The new range …
Read More »Audi S3 Sedan on sale now from $62,200
The first-ever Audi S3 Sedan is now officially on-sale in Australia, priced from $62,200 RRP. Combining the sporty proportions of the new A3 Sedan, with the performance credentials of the famous S3 model name, it promises to attract a new legion of admirers to the compact luxury sports sedan market. …
Read More »2014 BMW M3 and M4 pricing and specification
BMW Group Australia has announced the pricing and specification of the all-new BMW M3 sedan, along with its sibling, the M4 Coupé. Both models will arrive in local showrooms from June. While prices have increased slightly over the outgoing model, with the M3 sedan starting at $156,900 and $166,900 …
Read More »BMW X4 pricing and specification. Arriving in July
BMW Australia has today announced the pricing and specifications of the BMW X4. Dubbed the Sports Activity Coupe (SAC), the X4 will slot in under the larger X6 in BMW’s expanding line up. The X4, like the X6 before it, will be the first in the newly created segment and …
Read More »Renault Clio GT launched from $25,290
Renault has brought the new Clio GT to Australia. The latest model to join the attractive Clio range is aimed at customers who want a sporty look, but who are not in the market for the performance of an R.S. model. Pricing (excluding on roads) for the Clio GT starts …
Read More »2014 BMW X3 refreshed with more equipment and new diesel engine
BMW Australia has announced the pricing and specification of the updated BMW X3,with prices increasing by between $900 – $1,900. With rejuvenated exterior styling, including a comprehensive refresh to the face of the car, better equipment and more powerful and economical diesel engine, BMW said the new X3 is sure …
Read More »2015 Subaru WRX STI pricing and specification announced
The all-new fourth generation Subaru WRX STI has finally landed Down Under. Despite boasting improved drivability and dynamics, thanks to significant changes to body, chassis and suspension, the 2015 WRX STI costs $10,000 less than its predecessor, kicking off at a sharp pricing of $49,990 to the delight of STI fans. …
Read More »Volkswagen Golf GTI Performance on sale now from $48,490
The Volkswagen Golf GTI line-up in Australia has been joined by the Golf GTI Performance. Sporting an extra 7kW of power, the GTI Performance can be distinguished from the standard GTI by its GTI logo on the front brake calipers. The brake package for the car has also been upgraded, …
Read More »Honda’s newest City runabout launched from $15,990
Honda’s Jazz-based urban runabout, the Honda City, has been introduced with a sharp starting price of $15,990 excluding on-roads for the City VTi with manual transmission. The new city car, one of the most spacious in its class, is powered by a 1.5 litre SOHC i-VTEC engine with Honda’s environmentally conscious …
Read More »Audi introduces A5 Coupe S line Competition
Audi has spiced up its A5 Coupe range with a new ‘S line Competition’ model. Limited to only 50 examples for Australia, the A5 Coupe S line Competition is an exclusive purchase. “This S line Competition model is a special highlight of one of the most attractive vehicles in the …
Read More »2014 Nissan X-TRAIL pricing and specification announced
The new Nissan X-TRAIL is now on sale in Australia with a sharp starting price of $27,990 excluding on-roads (Read ForceGT‘s review here). Built on its predecessor’s go-anywhere credibility, the new X-TRAIL takes inspiration from Nissan’s comprehensive crossover offerings – Qashqai, Juke and Murano – to create a highly versatile, all …
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