Suzuki Grand Vitara Review & Road Test

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 [...]

Nissan Dualis Review & Road Test

The dual purpose Dualis is dually affordable.

Model Tested:

2009 Nissan Dualis; 2.0-litre, four-cylinder, petrol; six-speed automatic; hatch – $27,990*

Pricing; fuel economy; versatility
Nothing worth noting
CarAdvice Rating:
A 2WD 4WD. It makes about as much sense as an ashtray on a motorcycle.
But following the successful trend that manufacturers like Hyundai, Toyota and Holden have had in [...]

Hyundai Santa Fe Long Term Update

We’ve just been racking up the kilometres on our long term tester, the Santa Fe Elite CRDi. We’ve passed the 8500km mark, and with no real dramas, there’s not a lot to report.

To be honest, we’d rather it that way, as it means trouble free motoring for any who buys a Santa Fe. The engine [...]

2010 Kia Sorento details

Update: Kia Sorento Review.
CarAdvice is currently attending the launch of the new generation 2010 Kia Sorento. The Sorento which is one of Kia’s best selling models has been regarded as the ‘landmark’ vehicle which opened the eyes of many consumers to the Korean brand as more than just a small-car manufacturer.

Since its introduction in 2002 (January [...]

Mazda CX-9 Specifications

New 2009 Mazda CX-9 Specifications

Despite the Happy Face portfolio, Mazda seems to be doing everything perfectly at the moment. Who ever is in charge of Mazda designs needs to be given a raise as there is not even one remotely unlovable model in the company’s stable.

Today sees the release of the refreshed 7-seat Mazda SUV, [...]

Mitsubishi Outlander gets aggressive new look

Mitsubishi’s 2010 Model Year Outlander has hit the showrooms with aggressive new styling, a more advanced drivetrain and upgraded features.

Outlander now features Mitsubishi’s trademark “jet fighter” grille, and a host of new comfort, convenience and safety appointments.
Improvements to the Outlander’s engineering include the addition of Hill Start Control to automatic transmission models and Super All [...]

Ford Territory Review & Road Test

60 car years old and Ford’s Territory is still kicking.

Model Tested:

2009 Ford Territory Ghia RWD, 4.0-litre, inline six-cylinder, four-speed automatic – $52,490*

Options:

Satellite Navigation $2295 (Not Fitted)

Still looks good, ride and handling, features.
Fuel consumption, gearbox, third row of seats.
CarAdvice Rating:
We were all left a bit stunned at this year’s Melbourne International Motor Show [...]

Subaru Outback Review

MY10 (2010) Subaru Outback – First Steer
The Subaru Outback is an interesting car, and until the arrival of the Tribeca it had always been the relatively out of place car in Subaru showrooms.

Based on the Liberty platform, the model was introduced back in 1996 to fill the gap for those after a Liberty that [...]

2010 Dodge Caliber revealed

Details of the 2010 Dodge Caliber have today been released. Key changes are minimal though a revised interior as well as the dropping of the SRT-4 model from the line-up are perhaps the only real highlights of the news.

Inside the door trims receive softer vinyl than before as does the revised centre console. [...]

2010 Honda Accord Crosstour – first pics

Honda has today released a couple of pictures of its 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour, the upcoming plus-size hatchback to be positioned above the Accord sedan.

Although Honda has yet to provide complete product specifications, or interior views, the pictures do show us a car closely resembling the Accord look, though with an obviously taller ride [...]

Great Wall Motors to expand range

Australia’s first Chinese automotive importer, Great Wall Motors, certainly seem s to be building a sales foundation, and has announced plans to add three more vehicles to its range.

Two Great Wall twin cab utilities were launched onto the Australian and New Zealand markets in late June by local importer Ateco Automotive, and since then they [...]

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