Family Car Guide – Larger families have unique vehicle requirements not only in seating requirements but also cargo space.
Lets face it most vehicles are best suited for 4 occupants and any more requires a wagon or people mover of some sort.
Here we focus on practical reviews for the larger family so they can make educated buying decisions about what vehicle best suits their needs.
From 4WD Wagons, commercial van variants, people movers and mini buses, we test them all for you.
Mercedes-Benz Australia/Pacific has announced pricing for the new GL-Class, the S-Class of SUV vehicles. In addition to the well established GL 350 BlueTEC and GL 500 BlueEFFICIENCY variants, Mercedes-AMG introduces a new AMG model for the Australian market, the GL 63 AMG. [Read More]
On test was the Landcruiser Prado Kakadu with a 3.0-litre turbo-diesel motor mated to a five-speed automatic with sequential-style shifting transmission and a host of electronic gizmos. The Prado Kakadu is fantastic and absolutely chock full of features and exceptionally capable off road. [Read More]
Hyundai’s all new Santa Fe Highlander seven-seat AWD SUV has in some ways redefined the benchmark offering in the family 7 seat wagon market. Our test included a selection of roads including freeway, back roads, gravel and some poorly maintained forest trails. What impressed the most was its composure and quietness. [Read More]
Project Pajero is where we are revitalising a 10 year old 2002 NM 3.2L 5 Sp Auto Exceed Mitsubishi Pajero to its former state as a family outback touring vehicle, without the cost of buying a brand new 4WD. [Read More]
The Mitsubishi Challenger XLS will seat seven in relative comfort, will go anywhere off road you may wish to go, will tow the camper trailer or Jet Ski to that hidden spot. [Read More]
Nissan has enhanced its DUALIS line-up with the addition of new features and a diesel variant for Australia’s most popular Small SUV of 2012*. [Read More]
Toyota’s Kluger ticks almost all the boxes for a family AWD SUV. It’s almost as if they were reading the minds of buyers over the years. The Grande is the top of the range. What impresses most about the Kluger Grande is the feeling of space inside. You literally have to get out and check that it is a mid size SUV. [Read More]
On sale now with prices starting from just $27,000 driveaway, the new Fiat Freemont brings superior design, comfort and flexibility within reach for Australian families. The Fiat Freemont is available in three specification levels – Base, Urban and Lounge. [Read More]
The Opel Zafira Tourer is set to arrive in Opel Showrooms nationally in mid-2013. More information including full price and specifications for the vehicle will be released closer to launch. [Read More]
The Mercedes Benz GL 350CDi BlueEFFICIENCY Luxury is somewhat of a dark horse in the luxury 4WD SUV market. It is unbelievably capable but rarely sees more dirt than the dusty driveway at the country property. Some of its compatriots may be better in some areas but I don’t believe any have a better overall balance.
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