Style and substance in the one package
Model Tested:
2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback VRX; 2.4-litre, four cylinder, petrol; CVT; five door hatchback – $32,490
Options:
Mitsubishi Multi-Communication System $2200; Metallic Paint $450
Styling, handling, CVT, bluetooth, stereo
Fuel economy, some cheap plastics
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It’s amazing what a set of wheels and tyres, plus a few bodykit additions can do [...] - Tags:
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Mitsubishi Lancer VRX Sportback
A role reversal doesn’t help this Korean SUV.
Model Tested:
2010 Holden Captiva 5; 2.4-litre four-cylinder petrol; five-speed manual; wagon – $27,990*
Gearbox, build quality.
Fuel consumption, lack of power, idle feel.
CarAdvice Rating:
Times have changed and Holden has taken to the fact more people are after the larger of the two Captivas – and arguable the [...] - Tags:
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2010 Suzuki SX4 First Steer Review
Bundled in a segment where every man and his dog wants more for less, Suzuki has further refined its niche burrowing SX4 Hatch and SX4 Sedan.
While exterior styling changes will only be spotted by the keen observer, they are limited to a new grille and different alloy wheels. On the [...] - Tags:
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Day one – Valencia, Spain.
Five years ago Aston Martin boss Ulrich Bez, told the six-foot plus Aston Martin Director of Design Marek Reichmann, that he wanted him to build the most beautiful four-door sports car in the world.
That’s easier said than done, but if you know Ulrich Bez, you also know that he means what [...] - Tags:
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2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS Review – by Performax International
Location: Lakeside Raceway, Queensland.
Model Tested: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro 2SS – $135,000
It’s been a while since I’ve had to set my alarm for 5.00am, but when you have an invite to pair up with a couple of motor racing heroes like Kevin (KB) Bartlett and rising [...] - Tags:
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2010 Hyundai ix35 Review
The all new Hyundai IX35 Compact SUV is the next step in the Korean manufacturers domination of the automotive market.
It’s hard to imagine how far Hyundai has come in the last decade. Last year was a monumental year for Hyundai both in Australia and globally. To put things into perspective the Korean [...] - Tags:
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Death and taxes might be life’s only two certainties, but it’s also a fairly safe bet that a new Volkswagen Golf model is sure to prove a worthy addition to an already impressive line up. Now add a little more versatility and a bucket load of extra cargo space to that rock-solid equation and voilà [...] - Tags:
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This serious tradesman’s tool has just turned luxurious.
Model Tested:
2010 Mitsubishi Triton GLX-R; 2.5-litre four-cylinder turbo diesel; five-speed manual – $47,990
2010 Mitsubishi Triton GL-R; 2.5-litre four-cylinder turbo diesel; five-speed manual – $44,990
Rugged styling, fuel efficiency, GLX-R features
Engine noise, departure angle
CarAdvice Rating:
Longer, deeper and more powerful, it has all the making of a decent [...] - Tags:
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Family friendly; seven seats and five-star safety.
Model Tested:
Hyundai Santa Fe R Highlander; 2.2-litre, four-cylinder, turbo-diesel; six-speed automatic; SUV – $48,490*
Nice turbo-diesel engine, versatile space, five-star safety, fuel efficient
Firm suspension, body roll, limited luggae space in seven-seat mode
CarAdvice Rating:
If your idea of value for money is a long list of modern specs and [...] - Tags:
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An economic environmental crusader that doesn’t sacrifice drivability.
Model Tested:
2010 Volkswagen Golf 77TDI; 1.6-litre, four-cylinder, turbo-diesel; five-speed manual; five-door hatch – $28,690*
Options (As Fitted):
Media Device Interface $270; Comfort Package $2,200
Fuel economy; capable diesel engine; spacious cabin; solid build quality
Some option pricing; aftermarket look of 3.5mm auxiliary audio socket
CarAdvice Rating:
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Having spent the best part of the last two days with Toyota’s new Camry Hybrid, a car Toyota claims is its most important model in 50 years, it should come as no surprise that this car is every bit as good to drive as its regular petrol-powered sibling, and in some ways, even better.
Toyota Australia [...] - Tags:
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Full Throttle in a couple of Lamborghini Gallado LP560-4’s from Sant’Agata Bolognese to the Italian Alps, and back.
Model Tested:
2009 Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4: 5.2-litre, V10, petrol, six-speed, sequential e-gear system with shift paddles
Looks, V10 engine and sound, speed and handling…everything
I can’t afford one
CarAdvice Rating:
Words by Anthony Crawford Photography by Jan Glovac
It’s by [...] - Tags:
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Two more weeks and the Toyota Prius long-term loan goes back home and already there is a sense of sadness building up. I’ve always been under the impression that in order to love a car, it must have a soul, character, flare and make you feel alive. Frankly, it doesn’t.
I’ve spent the last two weeks [...] - Tags:
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Off-road Sorento still manages to mix it with the big boys… just.
Model Tested:
2009 Kia Sorento Si CRDi; 2.2-litre, four-cylinder, turbo-diesel; six-speed automatic; wagon – $41,990*
Options:
Metallic Paint $450 (Fitted – Ebony Black)
Words by Matt Brogan Photos by Andrew Spence & Brendan Nish
This month’s update sees our long term Kia Sorento Si put through CarAdvice’s grueling 4WD [...] - Tags:
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Easily managing 1,100kms from a single tank, this is the Outback you’ve been waiting for.
Model Tested:
2010 Subaru Outback Diesel Premium Sat-Nav; 2.0-litre, four-cylinder, turbo-diesel; six-speed manual; wagon – $47,392*
Gutsy turbo-diesel engine; excellent fuel economy; rear seat legroom; high-beam lamps
No automatic option; notchy gearshift feel; slightly heavy clutch; some wind noise
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$11,990 for a car? Are they kidding. I’ve seen options for car stereos priced higher than that!
Model Tested:
2010 Proton S16 GX; 1.6-litre, four cylinder, petrol; five-speed manual; four-door sedan – $11,990 (drive away)
Driving dynamics; handling; practicality; price
No passenger or side airbags; No ESC or ABS
CarAdvice Rating:
The cheapest Ferrari in Australia costs $459,650 [...] - Tags:
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The Challenger is for those times when the Pajero just isn’t enough.
Models Tested:
2010 Mitsubishi Challenger LS; 2.5-litre, four-cylinder, turbo-diesel; five-speed automatic; five-seat wagon – $46,890*
2010 Mitsubishi Challenger XLS; 2.5-litre, four-cylinder, turbo-diesel; five-speed automatic; five-seat wagon – $56,990*
Options:
None fitted.
Positives: Tough design, off-road credentials, interior room, fuel economy.
Negatives: Engine noise, interior components directly out of [...] - Tags:
Mitsubishi Challenger,
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Following a successful diesel transplant, S40 is now punchier and more thrifty than ever.
Model Tested:
2010 Volvo S40 2.0D; 2.0-litre, four-cylinder, turbo-diesel; six-speed automatic; four-door sedan – $42,950*
Options:
See bottom of page for details.
Punchy & economic diesel engine; smooth six-speed transmission; handling; quiet, comfortable cabin
Firm front suspension; option pricing; rear legroom; some turbo lag & [...] - Tags:
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This is how the English do muscle cars, five-star luxury with supercar performance and looks to kill.
Model Tested:
2010 Jaguar XKR; 5.0-litre, V8, supercharged petrol; six-speed automatic; two-door coupe – $255,000*
Brutal acceleration, exhaust note, handling and drop dead looks
Steering is over assisted at speed
CarAdvice Rating:
Words by Anthony Crawford Photos by Anthony Crawford, [...] - Tags:
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Energetic, fast and nimble the Mazda 3 MPS is satisfaction guaranteed.
Model Tested:
Mazda 3 MPS Luxury; 2.3-litre, four-cylinder, petrol-turbo; six-speed manual; five-door hatch – $43,290*
Great engine, nimble handling, great ergonomics
Tight second row, cabin noise
CarAdvice Rating:
Nothing screams fun quite like a bonnet bulge. Driving enthusiasts take note, the Mazda3 MPS is a sure [...] - Tags:
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