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Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Review

Anthony Crawford — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 16:09:18 +0000

SLS AMG – Retro Power at its best by Mark Hacking, California USA At dinner the evening before our first crack at the 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, it’s clear that this is an important car for the German manufacturer. No, it will never be a high-volume car, but it does represent the very pinnacle of their engineering, [...]

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Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Review

FPV F6 310 Review & Road Test

Anthony Crawford — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:00:40 +0000

This is a serious Aussie muscle car, despite the absence of a large capacity V8 Model Tested: 2009 FPV FG Falcon F6 310; 4.0-litre, six-cylinder, turbo-petrol; six-speed automatic; sedan – $67,890* Options Available: Metallic Paint $NCO; Premium Brakes $6375; Dark Agent 19-inch Alloy Wheels $1122; Satellite Navigation $3230; Leather Upholstery $2962; Power Adjustable Pedals $353; Reverse Camera $705 [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

FPV F6 310 Review & Road Test

Suzuki Grand Vitara Review & Road Test

Paul Maric — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:00:52 +0000

Is this Vitara as grand as it claims to be? Model Tested: 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara V6 Prestige; 3.2-litre, six-cylinder, petrol; five-speed automatic; wagon – $40,490* Off-road credentials; sonorous V6; feature list Rear leg room; dated styling CarAdvice Rating: Grand Vitara…it’s a big claim, especially for an SUV which lives in a segment littered with models from various [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Suzuki Grand Vitara Review & Road Test

Ford Ranger Review & Road Test

Paul Maric — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:28:52 +0000

With a 3000kg towing capacity, you could even tow Amanda Vanstone. Model Tested: 2009 Ford Ranger XLT 4×2 Crew Cab; 3.0-litre, four-cylinder, turbocharged diesel; five-speed manual – $40,590 Fuel consumption; towing & load carrying capacity; styling No ESC available; rear seat leg room CarAdvice Rating: It’s big, it’s brash and it’s the latest iteration of Ford’s ‘built Ford [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Ford Ranger Review & Road Test

Mercedes-Benz E-Class Review & Road Test

Karl Peskett — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 20:42:21 +0000

The E-Class is a class act Model Tested: 2009 Mercedes-Benz E500 Elegance; 5.5-litre V8, petrol; seven-speed automatic; sedan – $178,900* Quality; space; power; drivetrain smoothness; standard equipment Ride can be a little choppy CarAdvice Rating: It’s funny how the world goes in cycles. Long hair, short hair and back to long hair again. Light colours, dark colours and [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Mercedes-Benz E-Class Review & Road Test

Holden Statesman Review & Road Test

Paul Maric — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 03:47:21 +0000

It’s over $100,000 cheaper than its nearest German competitor. Model Tested: 2009 Holden WM Statesman; 3.6-litre, six-cylinder, petrol; six-speed automatic; sedan – $63,990* Fuel economy; interior room; value for money Transmission; lack of design change CarAdvice Rating: I’ll promise you from the outset that this isn’t one of those ‘the fish was this big’ stories. The Holden Statesman [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Holden Statesman Review & Road Test

2010 Volkswagen Jetta Review

Matt Brogan — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 07:19:08 +0000

Volkswagen have today released its revised 2010 Jetta range featuring a new range of engines, trim and specification levels – as well as a competitive reduction in pricing – across the entire Jetta line up. CarAdvice this afternoon joined Volkswagen Group Australia for a drive day in Victoria’s picturesque Yarra Valley wine region for a taste [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

2010 Volkswagen Jetta Review

Ford Mondeo Titanium Road Test & Reivew

Nadine Armstrong — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 21:28:33 +0000

A well kept secret, Mondeo Titanium is a real crowd pleaser Model Tested: 2009 Ford Mondeo Titanium; 2.0-litre, four-cylinder, turbo-diesel; six-speed automatic; hatch – $45,990* Spacious; versatile; economical Poor rearward visibility CarAdvice Rating: A well kept secret in its segment, the Ford Mondeo Titanium is solid, stylish, spacious, versatile and economical; this car has the potential to [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Ford Mondeo Titanium Road Test & Reivew

Hyundai Santa Fe Long Term Update

Karl Peskett — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:32:42 +0000

Parting is such sweet sorrow, or so the saying goes. In this case, it’s not that sweet because I’ve grown fond of the big Hyundai. Sure, the Santa Fe had its ups and downs, but on the whole, the car has been like a faithful pet; always eager to please, never giving up on you, [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Hyundai Santa Fe Long Term Update

Subaru Liberty GT Review & Road Test

Matt Brogan — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 21:34:06 +0000

Conservative looks, confident performance. Model Tested: 2010 Subaru Liberty GT Premium; 2.5-litre, four-cylinder, turbo petrol; six-speed manual; sedan – $52,990* Smooth power delivery; all-wheel drive grip; spacious cabin Tyre noise; tight & notchy gearshift; pricing against rivals CarAdvice Rating: Subaru’s fifth-generation Liberty may have lost the sex appeal so widely revered of its predecessor, but when it comes [...]

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Subaru Liberty GT Review & Road Test

Holden Commodore SV6 Review & Road Test

Paul Maric — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 01:11:52 +0000

Holden’s SIDI equipped automatic and manual gearboxes are like chalk and cheese. Model Tested: 2009 Holden Commodore SV6; 3.6-litre, six-cylinder, petrol; six-speed manual; sedan – $42,790* Options Available: Metallic Paint $500; Limited Slip Differential $360; Leather Upholstery $2500; Sunroof $1990; DVD Player $1290; Six CD Changer $595; Full Size Spare Wheel $350 Sporty gearbox; fuel economy; interior room Dated [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Holden Commodore SV6 Review & Road Test

Range Rover Sport Supercharged Review

Anthony Crawford — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 10:02:23 +0000

Location – Scottish Badlands – Photography: Nick Dimbleby The fast and the furious of the off-road world It weighs 2,590 kilograms, yet will blast off from a standing start to 100km/h in 6.2 seconds. It’s also sports car tidy through the bends and more luxurious than a suite at the Dorchester. You’re looking at Land [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Range Rover Sport Supercharged Review

Toyota Camry Review & Road Test

Paul Maric — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 05:04:03 +0000

The latest iteration of one of Toyota’s best selling appliances. Model Tested: 2009 Toyota Camry Ateva; 2.4-litre, four-cylinder, petrol; five-speed automatic; sedan – $32,490 Interior space; suspension (ride); standard features Fuel consumption; handling CarAdvice Rating: Whitegoods on wheels, uninspiring, old man’s car and boring. These are all terms that have become synonymous with the Toyota Camry. For years Toyota [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Toyota Camry Review & Road Test

Toyota iQ Review

Matt Brogan — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 03:10:17 +0000

If this is where small cars are headed, consider me a convert. Model Tested: 2009 Toyota iQ3; 1.3-litre, four-cylinder, petrol; CVT automatic; three-door hatch – $21,560* By Matt Brogan. Tokyo, Japan. This may be the shortest first steer of the smallest car I’ve yet driven, but my 20 minutes behind the wheel was enough to tell me that if [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Toyota iQ Review

Jaguar XF-R Review & Road Test

Nadine Armstrong — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 20:15:35 +0000

Plenty of reasons to get excited Model Tested: 2009 Jaguar XF-R; 5.0-litre, supercharged V8, petrol; six-speed automatic; sedan- $208,450* Brilliant engine; dynamic handling; wicked personality Fuel economy; interior plastics CarAdvice Rating: The Jaguar XF-R is a shameless exhibitionist. Behind the wheel you will be entertained, intrigued and find it near impossible not to warm to its wicked demeanor. With [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Jaguar XF-R Review & Road Test

Subaru Outback Diesel Review

Alborz Fallah — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 01:11:31 +0000

The car that a lot of Subaru fans have been waiting for has finally arrived in Australia, the Outback Diesel represents the first diesel car Subaru has offered in Australia and marks a new era for the Japanese brand as it sets it sights higher for 2010. Having already driven the new Subaru Outback a [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Subaru Outback Diesel Review

Subaru Liberty Exiga Review

Alborz Fallah — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 23:36:26 +0000

The new Subaru Liberty Exiga (pronounced x-e-ga in Australia) has made its way to our shores and is on sale now from a starting price of just $37,490. Subaru’s first people mover has a lot to offer with an impressive feature list the kids would be proud of. Referred to as the Exiga in Japan, Australia [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Subaru Liberty Exiga Review

Renault Laguna Estate Review & Road Test

Paul Maric — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 22:00:33 +0000

Finally, a French car without the complications. Model Tested: 2009 Renault Laguna Dynamique Estate; 2.0-litre, four-cylinder, turbo-diesel; six-speed automatic; wagon – $46,990* Options: 18-inch Alloy Wheels $1000; Metallic Paint $800; Panoramic Sunroof $2000; Xenon Headlights & Headlight Washers $1950 Value for money; build quality; engine; style Rear leg room CarAdvice Rating: The French have always been a bit quirky. While [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Renault Laguna Estate Review & Road Test

2010 Hyundai Santa Fe Review

Alborz Fallah — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 20:41:47 +0000

Hyundai’s updated Santa Fe brings the latest in diesel engine technology to the masses at an affordable price. Starting from $37,990 the face-lifted Santa Fe gets an updated interior and exterior plus a whole new engine and transmission system, meaning superior fuel efficiency and drivability. There was a time when Korean cars were regarded as cheap, [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

2010 Hyundai Santa Fe Review

BMW 330d Review & Road Test

Anthony Crawford — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 20:21:36 +0000

BMW’s 330d is an extraordinarily capable car with performance and fuel consumption figures that seem utterly implausible until you drive it. Model Tested: BMW E90 330d; 3.0-litre, six-cylinder, turbo-diesel; six-speed automatic; sedan – $87,250* Options Fitted: Larger Navigation Screen with added functionality including Television and Voice recognition $4,100; Sunroof $2,290 Awesome performance and refinement Gearshifts could be [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

BMW 330d Review & Road Test