2013 Honda Jazz Hybrid
ENVIROCAR Guide

2013 Honda Jazz Hybrid Review

Coming in at just over $25,000 drive-away (NSW: 2000), the Honda Jazz is one of the most affordable hybrid cars in Australia. Available in a bright lime green, the Honda Jazz manages to create an exterior that is compact, sleek and somewhat resembles as ‘bubble’ shape which compels you to feel happy when you’re driving it. [Read More]

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2013 Mitsubishi Mirage LS Review

The Mitsubishi Mirage completely captures the needs and wants of today’s younger drivers and ‘downsizers’, Mitsubishi has reinvented a much loved classic and firmly cemented their place in the light car segment. I recently tested the top of the range LS automatic Mirage. [Read More]

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4WD & SUV Guide

Toyota Prado Kakadu 3.0L DiD Review

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]

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Mazda CX-5 GT Diesel AWD Review

Mazda has produced something quite special in the mid-sized AWD SUV market with its CX5. It has a subtle style about it, is roomy and comfortable, drives better than it has a right to, is chock full of standard features and safety and is priced to reflect its quality. [Read More]

Hyundai Santa Fe Highlander EXT
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Hyundai Santa Fe Highlander 2.2R Review

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]

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4WD & SUV Guide

Landcruiser 76 Series Wagon Workmate Review

Toyota’s indestructible Landcruiser 76 Series Workmate Wagon is one of the few 4WD’s that I would confidently drive from the showroom to the centre of Australia. However if I was to try and use this as my daily commuter then I think I would go a bit crazy. [Read More]

Mercedes Benz GL 350 CDi BlueEFFICIENCY 4WD EXT
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Mercedes Benz GL 350 CDi BlueEFFICIENCY Luxury Review

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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Mitsubishi Outlander Aspire 2.2 Diesel
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Mitsubishi Outlander Aspire DiD Review

The new Mitsubishi Outlander Aspire overall is a significant improvement over the model it replaces, being more fuel efficient, better CO2 figures, more safety features and better 3rd row seats. In a market segment that is becoming more competitive every day any model has its hands full. [Read More]

2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
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Toyota FJ Cruiser Review

Since its launch demand for Toyota’s FJ Cruiser has exceeded expectations. This is probably because the FJ Cruiser is not only a revelation in its looks but it is extremely capable off road as well. The FJ Cruiser is powered by a 4.0L V6 5 Speed drivetrain with a dual transfer case. [Read More]