Tag Archives: Hybrid

Toyota has advanced the styling and technology of its hybrid halo model with the global reveal of an updated Prius at the Los Angeles auto show. The new Prius brings cleaner, more engaging lines with revised front and rear-end treatments, headlamps, tail-lights, wheel designs and colour choices. Inside, the cabin’s …

After much anticipation, Hyundai has finally announced pricing and specifications for the 2019 Ioniq models, with the range marking the introduction of the cheapest pure-electric vehicle on sale in Australia.  Three distinct drivetrains underpin the Ioniq range – a conventional series hybrid, a more powerful plug-in hybrid, and the aforementioned …

The Toyota Corolla is a bit like a set of jump leads – almost everyone has one in the garage, and if they don’t, they’ll know someone who does. I myself might not have ever owned a Corolla, but both my parents owned Corollas from the days of them being …

Toyota Australia has reaffirmed its commitment to adding five new hybrid models to its range over the next two and a half years as it ramps up its plans to deliver the petrol-electric technology to a broader base of customers. The company’s decision to expand the availability of hybrid models …

The new generation Lexus ES mid-size sedan arrives in Australian dealership this month priced from just under $60,000, bringing fresh elegant design and new safety tech as well as delivering sharper driving dynamics. In a move that signals the brand’s on-going commitment to electrification of its line-up, Lexus Australia is …

The Lexus CT hybrid hatch has undergone its most extensive update yet since its debut in 2011. It ought to as the eight-year old model soldiers on as Lexus’ most affordable offering without a new-generation model anywhere in sight. Against a backdrop of booming compact premium car sales, with models …

The all-new, production version of the 2019 Honda Insight has been officially unveiled, providing a first look at the latest entry in Honda’s expanding lineup of electrified vehicles. Positioned and priced between the Civic and Accord in Honda’s passenger car lineup, the Insight is powered by the third generation of …

Last year BMW Australia announced a limited run of the i8 Protonic Red and only five were destined for our native soil. This year, we not only have five i8 Protonic Frozen Black Edition available, there will also be a solitary i8 Protonic Frozen Yellow destined for only one owner. “The BMW …

Lexus’ CT 200h hybrid hatch has been given a sweeping update that brings sportier styling, interior updates and new features. Due in Australia in the fourth quarter of this year, the updated CT 200h commands a greater presence while enhancing its reputation for user-friendliness. Global chief engineer Chika Kako said …

Lexus’ new LS 500h flagship sedan will feature the luxury brand’s Multi Stage Hybrid system, a high performance hybrid powertrain that is said to bring a new level of performance and driver appeal to luxury sedan. The technology, which makes its debut in the new LC 500h luxury coupe – …

The new Toyota Corolla Hybrid must seem like the answer to a closeted greenie’s diligent prayers, marrying Toyota’s proven hybrid technology with a conventional hatchback that is as distinct as a bathroom tap. It is the fifth hybrid model in Toyota’s local green brigade, joining the Camry, Prius, Prius C …

The plug-in hybrid BMW 740e iPerformance has been confirmed for Australia. Set to make its debut later this year, the luxury hybrid sedan is the 3rd variant to come under the iPerformance banner in this country, following on the footsteps of the X5 xDrive40e and 330e sedan. Priced from $229,000, …

Honda has introduced its first hybrid Accord in Australia, featuring the company’s all-new hybrid powertrain from Honda’s Earth Dreams Technology series, which is set to be rolled out across the majority of the company’s alternative fuel models. Available solely as a highly specified variant, the Accord Sport Hybrid is – …

The 2012 Beijing Auto Show saw the premier of the BMW i8 Concept Spyder. It is also the first time the eDrive emblem is put on any BMW. The eDrive is BMW’s i Division’s designation for all electric and plug-in hybrid drive technology. It describes the electric drivetrain, which is …