Tag Archives: SUV

Refreshed 2018 Lexus NX teased ahead of Shanghai debut

Lexus will unveil the refreshed NX compact crossover at the upcoming Auto Shanghai next month. Accompanying the announcement is a single teaser image of the facelifted Lexus NX, partially revealing the SUV’s redesigned headlight cluster which appears to have adopted the LC coupe’s triple L-motif LED lights in a triangle arrangement. …

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Next-gen BMW X3 plays in ice ahead of late 2017 debut

The next-generation BMW X3 is inching closer to production as a prototype was put through intensive winter testing in North Sweden. The three-month long winter testing program in the landscape around the small town of Arjeplog saw the X3 pre-production model put through its paces in cold, icy and snowy …

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Lexus NX goes aggressive with Vossen VFS-1 wheels

The Lexus NX proved to be a highly accomplished premium compact crossover in our recent test drive, but a bit more sizzle is always welcomed in this segment. And that’s exactly what VIP Auto Salon and Vossen Wheels have done. Taking the NX F Sport as base, the subtle tweak sees the SUV dropped on …

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New-look Peugeot 2008 pricing and specification announced

Peugeot has launched the 2008 compact crossover in Australia with a revamped three-tier model line-up consisting of the Active, Allure and GT-Line. The range adopts the company’s new turbocharged 1.2-litre petrol engine that develops 81kW and 205Nm. Priced from $26,490 plus on-road costs the new Active variant replaces both the previous 1.2- and …

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2017 Toyota C-HR launched from $26,990

Toyota has launched the C-HR compact crossover in Australia. The C-HR, which stands for Coupe High Rider, joins the fast-growing compact SUV segment rivalling the likes of Mazda CX-3, Honda HR-V and Nissan Juke. On sale now, the C-HR range utilises a simple pricing structure that starts at $26,990 plus on-road costs …

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2017 Mazda CX-9 GT AWD Review

Up until the arrival of the second generation Mazda CX-9, there wasn’t a car in the mainstream seven seater SUV segment that I would describe as beautiful. The 2017 Mazda CX-9 though, deserves that praise in every single way. I mean just look at it. The curves, the lines and …

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BMW X2 and X7 locked in for Australia

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 …

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Next-generation Mazda CX-5 boasts improved safety tech

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) …

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Alfa Romeo Stelvio First Edition heralds brand’s SUV debut

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 …

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Equipment boost and fresh styling for 2017 Holden Trax

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 …

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