New Car Reviews
Fiat 595 Abarth quick spin review
STEPHEN OTTLEY 1:19pm Even the most powerful engine and limited numbers can't justify the price tag of this baby hot hatch.
Nissan Qashqai TS new car review
![2014 Nissan Qashqai TS](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/08/25/5704517/1408935217299.jpg-90x60.jpg)
CAMERON MCGAVIN Japanese brand's small SUV is packed full of value but is let down by its performance.
Honda Jazz VTi new car review
![Honda Jazz](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/08/20/5692489/honda-jazz_320-90x60.jpg)
ANDREW MACLEAN Honda's latest Jazz adds value and space to be among the smartest city cars.
Range Rover Sport quick spin review
![Range Rover Sport SDV8 HSE Dynamic.](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/08/21/5694923/range-rover_320-90x60.jpg)
STEPHEN OTTLEY It not only lives up to its name, but the Sport retains the key attributes you expect from Range Rover - off-road ability and an opulent cabin.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class review
![Merecdes-Benz C250](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/08/21/5695695/c250_320-90x60.jpg)
ANDREW MACLEAN German brand's popular sedan makes all the refinement, safety and luxury of its S-Class limousine more accessible than ever before.
Jeep Cherokee Sport v Hyundai ix35 Elite
![Compact SUV battle: Jeep Cherokee Sport v Hyundai ix35 Elite.](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/08/21/5694366/head-to-head_320-90x60.jpg)
ANDREW MACLEAN Jeep's new compact SUV takes on Hyundai's established performer.
Volkswagen Polo new car review
![VW Polo](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/08/20/5691153/polo_320-90x60.jpg)
Peter Mckay German brand's facelifted city car lifts the bar to new heights.
Audi S3 sedan new car review
![Audi S3 sedan](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/08/21/5694308/s3_320-90x60.jpg)
SAM HALL Audi's new S3 sedan packs prodigious punch without breaking the bank.
Nissan 370Z Nismo first drive review
![Nissan 370Z Nismo](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/08/18/5686717/370z_320-90x60.jpg)
STEPHEN OTTLEY Performance division tries to amp up the Japanese brand's coupe with mixed results.
Nissan GT-R Nismo first drive review
![Nissan GT-R Nismo](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/08/15/5680327/gtr_320-90x60.jpg)
STEPHEN OTTLEY Track-focused machine pushes Nissan's supercar to new heights.
Renault Megane Authentique new car review
![Renault Megane](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/08/13/5674927/renault_320-90x60.jpg)
ANDREW MACLEAN Renault's refreshed Megane brings more efficient engines, but doesn't address some shortcomings.
Bentley Continental GT V8 S quick spin review
![Bentley](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/08/14/5678278/bentley_320-90x60.jpg)
ANDREW MACLEAN The British brand's sporty V8 coupe offers a richness and roar that few cars can match.
Holden Trax LTZ new car review
![Holden Trax](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/08/15/5679501/holden-trax_320-90x60.jpg)
SAM HALL Compact SUV offering bolstered with more power and some minor tweaks - but at a price.
Hyundai VelosteRaptor first drive review
![Hyundai](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/08/11/5669112/veloster_320-90x60.jpg)
ANDREW MACLEAN Korean brand puts some sizzle into its sportiest Veloster with a pair of racey prototypes.
BMW 435i Gran Coupe new car review
![Gran Coupe](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/08/11/5668560/gran-coupe_320-90x60.jpg)
CAMERON MCGAVIN German brand's swoopy-roofed sedan mixes the style of its Coupe with the practicality of its sedan, making it the sweet spot of the range.
Maserati Ghibli S new car review
![Maserati Ghibli](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/08/08/5662783/maserati_320-90x60.jpg)
ANDREW MACLEAN Italian brand's new mid-sizer brings a stylish, sporty alternative to the German-dominated segment.
Kia Cerato Si Hatch new car review
![Kia Cerato Si](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/08/08/5661910/cerato_320-90x60.jpg)
ANDREW MACLEAN Korean brand's small hatch is often overlooked, but proves to be a contender in a crowded small car segment.
Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid new car review
![Porsche Panamera](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2013/06/19/4502208/panamera_320-90x60.jpg)
TOBY HAGON Porsche's first plug-in hybrid is more a technical showpiece than a typical sportscar.
Jeep Grand Cherokee versus the outback
![Jeep Grand Cherokee Outback](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/08/08/5661402/jeep_320-90x60.jpg)
TOBY HAGON Almost 3000km of some of the world's most testing terrain put Jeep's popular four-wheel-drive to the test.
Peugeot RCZ-R quick spin
![Double threat: The Peugeot RCZ-R looks good and goes fast.](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/08/06/5654744/1407280291742.jpg-90x60.jpg)
STEPHEN OTTLEY The French brand has added some muscle to its stylish coupe.
Aston Martin Rapide S first drive review
![Aston Martin Rapide S](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/08/06/5655718/rapide_320-90x60.jpg)
ANDREW MACLEAN British brand refines its Rapide S four-door sedan with new eight-speed automatic that cuts fuel consumption and lifts its top speed.
Aston Martin Vanquish first drive review
![Aston Martion Vanquish](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/08/06/5654871/vanquishy_320-90x60.jpg)
ANDREW MACLEAN What better way to live out your James Bond fantasy than behind the wheel of Aston Martin's updated flagship.
Fiat 500 & Abarth 595 Turismo new car review
![Abarth](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/08/08/5661336/abarth_320-90x60.jpg)
STEPHEN OTTLEY Italian brand sticks to the winning formula with its popular city car.
BMW 220d Coupe new car review
![BMW 220d coupe](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/07/31/5640640/bmw-2_320-90x60.jpg)
CAMERON MCGAVIN What it lacks in style BMW's compact two-door makes up for with an engaging drive and everyday practicality.
Nissan Navara first drive review
![Nissan's Navara proves capable off-road.](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/07/29/5632955/1406583636082.jpg-90x60.jpg)
DAVID MCCOWEN New ute impresses during a preview drive on home turf in Thailand.
Volvo S60 T5 R-Design new car review
![Volvo S60 T5 R-Design](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/07/24/5620707/s60_320-90x60.jpg)
TOBY HAGON It's not perfect but the Swedish brand's new engines make the S60 more appealing.
Mitsubishi Mirage LS sedan new car review
![Mitsubishi Mirage sedan](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/07/24/5620435/mirage_320-90x60.jpg)
ANDREW MACLEAN This new sedan from Japan may be simple but it is sizable.
Range Rover Autobiography LWB quick spin review
![Ranger Rover Autobiography LWB](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/07/24/5621564/range-rover_320-90x60.jpg)
ANDREW MACLEAN If you want to have the freedom to go anywhere - on or off-road - and do it complete luxury then you need one of these ultimate SUVs.
BMW X4 first drive review
![BMW X4](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/07/24/5621212/x4_320-90x60.jpg)
SAM HALL Potent in diesel form, BMW's polarising SUV boasts plenty of talent.
Renault Megane first drive review
![Renault Megane hatch](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/07/24/5620781/megane_320-90x60.jpg)
SAM HALL Updated engines and styling for Renault's small car range.
Renault Megane GT220 new car review
![Renault Megane GT220](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/07/24/5620767/gt220_320-90x60.jpg)
SAM HALL Punchy new hatch fills the void between warm and hot in Renault's local line-up.
Aston Martin Vantage V8 N430 first drive review
![Aston Martin Vantage N430](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/07/22/5615305/aston_320-90x60.jpg)
ANDREW MACLEAN What it lacks in practicality the Aston Martin N430 makes up for with track-inspired purity.
Honda City VTi-L new car review
![Honda City](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/07/17/5602254/honda-city_320-90x60.jpg)
CAMERON MCGAVIN Honda's range-topping baby sedan is well-equipped and a sweet drive, but its price elevates it among more spacious rivals.
Jeep Cherokee new car review
![Jeep Cherokee](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/07/18/5605252/cherokee_320-90x60.jpg)
TOBY HAGON Jeep's radical looking Cherokee is a convincing soft roader that still has the smarts for adventurous types.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate first drive review
![Mercedes-Benz C-Class wagon](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/07/18/5606130/c-class_320-90x60.jpg)
DAVID MCCOWEN New wagon leads the fight against luxury SUVs.
Nissan Qashqai first drive review
![Nissan Qashqai: For the](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/07/17/5601765/1405554947236.jpg-90x60.jpg)
SAM HALL Curiously named crossover brings some much-needed European flair to Nissan's local SUV portfolio.
Mini Cooper S quick spin review
![Looks old, is new: The latest Mini Cooper S is an all-new model.](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/07/16/5599291/1405474576791.jpg-90x60.jpg)
ANDREW MACLEAN The Mini may be getting older but its still young at heart, as the new Cooper S proves.
Jaguar F-Type Coupe first drive review
![F-Type](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/07/16/5599049/ftype_320-90x60.jpg)
TOBY HAGON British brand's most focused two-door brings practicality to its ample pace.
Ferrari 458 Speciale driven (it's fast!)
![Ferrari 458 Speciale](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/07/09/5581638/458_320-90x60.jpg)
TOBY HAGON Frenetic and ferociously fast define one of Ferrari's most engaging supercars.
Wagon v SUV: BMW 328i Touring long term review
![BMW 328i Touring](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/07/11/5587835/328i_320-90x60.jpg)
TOBY HAGON A month in our prestige wagon is doing a fine job of dealing with the kids.
Mitsubishi Mirage sedan first drive review
![Mitsubishi Mirage sedan](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/07/11/5587839/mirage_320-90x60.jpg)
SAM HALL Cheap and cheerful, the Japanese brand's city sedan is a solid, no frills proposition.
Mini Cooper new car review
![Mini Cooper](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/07/09/5581380/mini-cooper_320-90x60.jpg)
TOBY HAGON The biggest change for the latest Mini is a repositioning that makes it more affordable.
Renault Clio GT new car review
![Renault Clio GT](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/07/11/5586998/clio-gt_320-90x60.jpg)
ANDREW MACLEAN French brand bridges the gap between its regular Clio and sporty RS models with a warmed-up city hatch.
Volkswagen Golf GTI vs Skoda Octavia RS
![Hatchlings: Volkswagen Golf GTI (with optional bi-Xenon headlights) and Skoda Octavia RS.](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/07/11/5586697/head_320-90x60.jpg)
SAM HALL We pit the benchmark hot hatch against its more affordable liftback cousin.
Audi S8 quick spin review
![Audi S8](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/07/10/5585135/audi-s8_320-90x60.jpg)
TOBY HAGON German brand's flagship limousine is a well-dressed executive express with the heart of a sports car.
Jeep Cherokee tackles a 2800km outback test
![Jeep Cherokee Outback](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/07/10/5583798/cherokee_320-90x60.jpg)
TOBY HAGON New mid-sized SUV takes on the worst conditions Australia can offer.
Lexus NX first drive review
![Lexus NX](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/07/07/5575648/lexus-nx_320-90x60.jpg)
TOBY HAGON New turbocharged engine brings plentiful performance to Japanese brand's debut luxury compact SUV.
Audi A3 Cabriolet first drive review
![Audi A3](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/07/04/5568475/a3_320-90x60.jpg)
DAVID MORLEY As far as body styles go, Audi's A3 line-up is now complete with the cabriolet arriving just in time for winter.
Skoda Octavia 132TSI Elegance Wagon new car review
![Skoda Octavia](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/07/04/5567737/skoda-octavia_320-90x60.jpg)
CAMERON MCGAVIN This under-rated Czech wagon should be on your mid-sized shopping list.
Aston Martin V12 Vantage S quick spin
![Natural born thriller: The Aston Martin V12 Vantage S](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/07/04/5567710/1404426263352.jpg-90x60.jpg)
TOBY HAGON The British brand has the looks but this latest arrival has the performance to match its style.
Mercedes-Benz GLA200 CDI new car review
![GLA 200 CDI](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/07/04/5567614/gla-200_320-90x60.jpg)
TOBY HAGON It may not be a genuine off-roader but this compact Mercedes-Benz GLA200 CDI SUV is comfortable and fun in the urban jungle.
Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG Coupe first drive review
![Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG coupe](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/06/30/5556957/s63_320-90x60.jpg)
ANDREW MACLEAN German brand's hot rod division creates a two-door limousine that feels faster and more agile than its smaller siblings.
Mercedes-Benz S500 Coupe first drive review
![Mercedes-Benz S500 coupe](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/06/30/5555751/s500_320-90x60.jpg)
ANDREW MACLEAN German brand spends millions making a car do what others have spent decades trying to prevent - leaning through bends.
Subaru WRX STI new car review
![Subaru WRX STI](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/06/27/5548384/wrx-sti_320-90x60.jpg)
ANDREW MACLEAN Fourth-generation pocket rocket is faster and cheaper than ever before, but has it evolved enough to keep up with its European rivals?
Hyundai Genesis first drive review
![Hyundai Genesis](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/06/26/5546134/genesis_320b-90x60.jpg)
DAVID MCCOWEN Hyundai's Genesis sedan could prove to be a revelation.
Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV new car review
![Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/06/26/5545002/outlander-phev_320-90x60.jpg)
TOBY HAGON The Japanese brand's plug-in electric SUV has a lot to offer but only in certain conditions.
Renault Megane RS275 Limited Edition first drive review
![Renault Megane RS275 Limited Edition.](http://web.archive.org./web/20140828045008im_/http://images-2.drive.com.au/2014/06/18/5521648/rs275_320-90x60.jpg)
STEPHEN OTTLEY Drive takes a flat-out blast on the world's most demanding racetrack in Renault Sport's latest hot hatch.