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    Posted: 24 July 2009
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    Posted: 22 July 2009
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    Posted: 10 July 2009
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    Posted: 03 July 2009
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    Posted: 26 June 2009
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    Posted: 19 June 2009
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    Volkswagen Scirocco
    Volkswagen Scirocco 2009 review
    Posted: 12 June 2009
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    Posted: 05 June 2009
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    Posted: 02 June 2009
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    Posted: 22 May 2009
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    Posted: 18 May 2009
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    Posted: 30 March 2009
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    Posted: 23 March 2009
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    Posted: 19 February 2009
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    Posted: 12 February 2009
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    Posted: 02 February 2009
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    Posted: 23 January 2009
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    Posted: 05 December 2008
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    Posted: 13 November 2008
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    Posted: 18 August 2008
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    Holden VE Sportswagon 2008 review
    Posted: 04 August 2008
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    Toyota Corolla Diesel
    Toyota Corolla and Rav4 diesel 2008 review
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    Posted: 24 July 2008
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    Hyundai Sonata facelift
    Hyundai Sonata facelift 2008 review
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    Honda Accord Euro
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    Ford FG Falcon 2008 review
    Posted: 19 May 2008
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    Skoda Fabia 2008 review
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    Posted: 27 March 2008
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    Toyota Highlander 2007 review
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    The outgoing Toyota Highlander currently sits tenth out of the twenty vehicles, making up New...
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    Posted: 14 August 2007
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    Dodge Nitro 2007 review
    Posted: 09 July 2007
    It's round two in the re-launch of the Dodge brand in New Zealand with the recent NZ debut of the...
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    Chrysler Sebring
    Chrysler Sebring 2007 review
    Posted: 04 July 2007
    At last Chrysler have added a vehicle to their armoury, which will appeal more to the mainstream...
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    Freelander 2
    Freelander 2 2007 review
    Posted: 18 June 2007
    The trusty Land Rover is by appointment to the Queen, but it's unlikely the original Freelander...
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    Volvo C30
    Volvo C30 2007 review
    Posted: 07 May 2007
    Up till now Volvo has struggled to identify with a younger audience. The old standing joke in this...
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    Toyota Corolla
    Toyota Corolla 2007 review
    Posted: 04 May 2007
    There is no doubt the all-new 10th generation Toyota Corolla will be a big seller in NZ. Already...
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    Audi A6
    Audi A6 allroad Avant 2007 review
    Posted: 02 May 2007
    At one point it was touch and go whether our market was even going to receive Audi’s latest A6...
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    Holden Epica
    Holden Epica 2007 review
    Posted: 27 April 2007
    Holden has launched the forth vehicle in their line up sourced from Korea. A mid-size sedan to...
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    Holden Rodeo
    Holden Rodeo 2007 review
    Posted: 10 April 2007
    Holden light commercial, oh that'd be the Commodore ute then? Er, well no. While it's all too easy...
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    Peugeot 207
    Peugeot 207 2007 review
    Posted: 26 March 2007
    Peugeot's smallest kiwi model, the 206 has finally been replaced after almost a decade of faithful...
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    Mitsubishi Pajero
    Mitsubishi Pajero 2007 review
    Posted: 26 March 2007
    Not even the threat of an impending Lahar could deter the new Pajero from crossing the very woolly...
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    Renault Clio and Scenic
    Renault Clio III and Scenic II 2007 review
    Posted: 19 March 2007
    Renault, the quiet little achiever couldn't have asked for a more promising start to 2007. Firstly...
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    Jaguar XJR
    Jaguar XJR 2007 review
    Posted: 14 March 2007
    Being completely honest, at a sprightly 30 years of age this reviewer for a long time saw Jaguar as...
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    Jeep Compass
    Jeep Compass 2007 review
    Posted: 12 March 2007
    The Compass is the first new vehicle of the year from American manufacturer Jeep, and it's leading...
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    Suzuki SX4
    Suzuki SX4 2007 review
    Posted: 28 February 2007
    When Suzuki launched the current model Swift two years ago it promptly took the small car market by...
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    Range Rover Vogue TD V8
    Range Rover Vogue TDV8 2007 review
    Posted: 15 February 2007
    The gleaming piano black facias, lavish carpets and rich leather of the Range Rover Vogue's new...
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    Nissan Primera
    Nissan Primera 2007 review
    Posted: 02 February 2007
    With major improvements in safety and convenience, senior Nissan New Zealand staff have plenty to...
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    Mazda CX-7
    Mazda CX-7 2006 review
    Posted: 03 January 2007
    Finding the elusive combination of nimble, engaging and affordable cars seems to be Mazda's forte...
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    Volvo S80
    Volvo S80 V8 AWD 2006 review
    Posted: 06 December 2006
    The all-new Volvo S80 is firmly targeted to the top end of the market and is set to challenge the...
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    Toyota Aurion
    Toyota Aurion 2006 review
    Posted: 06 December 2006
    It's been 40 years now since Toyota started selling vehicles in this country, and the Japanese...
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    Honda CRV
    Honda CRV 2006 review
    Posted: 22 November 2006
    Honda has re-launched itself into the SUV market with the introduction of the third generation CRV....
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    Hyundai Accent
    Hyundai Accent and Elantra 2006 review
    Posted: 21 November 2006
    Remember when popsicles were 20 cents? No - okay. How about a slightly less archaic point in...
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    SsangYong Actyon Sport
    SsangYong Actyon Sport 2006 review
    Posted: 16 November 2006
    Specialising primarily in SUV's and utilities with genuine off-road prowess, SsangYong is slowly...
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    Ford Focus
    Ford Focus Wagon, FFV, Falcon Mark II and FPV Vehicles 2006 review
    Posted: 13 November 2006
    Ford New Zealand are introducing a swag of new additions to their most popular model line-ups...
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    Audi TT
    Audi TT 2006 review
    Posted: 25 October 2006
    You may not recognise it at first glance, but Audi’s TT is back, with an all new platform and...
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    2006 Rav4
    Toyota Rav4 2006 review
    Posted: 19 October 2006
    The latest example 2006 Rav4 is an all new model, but still follows typical RAV4 (and Toyota)...
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    Toyota Yaris 2006 car review
    Toyota Yaris 2006 review
    Posted: 19 October 2006
    Toyota's release of the Yaris couldn't have been timelier,
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    2006 Skoda Superb
    Skoda Superb 2006 review
    Posted: 12 October 2006
    Skoda’s Flagship model, the Superb features conservative, yet stylish lines that impart a quality...
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    2006 Peugeot 607
    Peugeot 607 2006 review
    Posted: 12 October 2006
    The 607 is a little unlike average medium-large sized Euro sedans found in the garage of...
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    2006 Peugeot 407 Coupe
    Peugeot 407 Coupe 2006 review
    Posted: 12 October 2006
    Beauty is in the eye of the beholder of course, but surely the swoopy lines of the 407 coupe are...
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    2006 Tiida
    Nissan Tiida 2006 review
    Posted: 09 October 2006
    The Tiida – said Tee-Da - comes in hatchback, sedan and wagon configuration. Though oddly the wagon...
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    Holden Captiva
    Holden Captiva 2006 review
    Posted: 09 October 2006
    Holden are on maximum attack; new Astra SRi Turbo and diesel models released earlier in 2006...
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    2006 Outlander
    Mistubishi Outlander 2006 review
    Posted: 02 October 2006
    For 2006, Mitsubishi New Zealand has opted for the outdoorsy moniker Outlander to represent their...
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    Mitsubishi Triton
    Mitsubishi Triton 2006 review
    Posted: 30 September 2006
    Mitsubishi wants Kiwi blokes to get hard, and they are pushing the all-new Triton workhorse as just...
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    Subaru Legacy and Outback
    Subaru Legacy and Outback Facelift 2006 review
    Posted: 29 September 2006
    Subaru has added the Luxury tagline to its already 'busy' model selection with the introduction of...
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    Peugeot 307 and 407
    Peugeot 307 2.0 HDi and 407 2.7 HDi 2006 review
    Posted: 21 September 2006
    It's been years, decades even in the making, but diesel power is now rapidly gaining the momentum...
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    Audi Q7
    Audi Q7 2006 review
    Posted: 05 September 2006
    In the few days since Audi’s New Zealand press launch of the Q7, some of the mighty seven seaters...
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    Honda Legend
    Honda Legend 2006 review
    Posted: 01 September 2006
    Do you spend 30 minutes meticulously setting the grey scale and colour temperature on your plasma...
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    Charade
    Daihatsu Charade 2006 review
    Posted: 01 September 2006
    In reality, the Charade is still really a bare bones entry into the new car market
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    Toyota Camry
    Toyota Camry 2006 preview
    Posted: 31 August 2006
    The Model T was once described as 'ubiquitous'. At the time the popular Ford was to be seen on...
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    Dodge Caliber
    Dodge Caliber 2006 review
    Posted: 29 August 2006
    After an absence of more than forty years, DaimlerChrysler New Zealand, have reintroduced the Dodge...
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    Ford Transit
    Ford Transit 2006 review
    Posted: 29 August 2006
    40 years young and still going strong. Ford's Transit has recently been upgraded, and while taking...
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    Holden VE Commodore
    Holden VE Commodore 2006 review
    Posted: 20 August 2006
    If you have been following the AA's expose on Holden's new VE Commodore - arguably the most...
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    Mazda3 MPS
    Mazda3 and Mazda3 MPS 2006 review
    Posted: 09 August 2006
    Mazda introduced the latest addition to their Mazda Performance Series (MPS) line up last week, the...
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    Saab 9-5
    Saab 9-5 2006 review
    Posted: 03 July 2006
    The 9-5, the eldest steed in Saab's stable has been given new life with a distinctive facelift, and...
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    Honda Accord V6
    Honda Accord V6 2006 review
    Posted: 30 June 2006
    The Accord V6, a perennial favourite with middle management young guns, has received a mid-life...
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    Ford Escape
    Ford Escape 2006 review
    Posted: 26 June 2006
    In between driving the new force fed Territory, we also got some wheel time in Ford's face-lifted...
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    Ford Territory Turbo
    Ford Territory Turbo 2006 review
    Posted: 26 June 2006
    Since its April 2004 release, Ford's Territory has received widespread critical acclaim both here...
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    Chrysler 300C
    Chrysler 300C 2006 review
    Posted: 07 June 2006
    Bruce Springsteen is wrong. You can, in fact start a fire without a spark, and arguably the best...
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    Kia Magentis
    Kia Magentis 2006 review
    Posted: 30 May 2006
    Listening to the enthusiastic staff from Kia NZ talking up their product and politely and...
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    Lexus GS450h
    Lexus GS450h 2006 review
    Posted: 25 May 2006
    Hybrids - 10 years since the Prius first hit the showroom floor; and they still haven't really...
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    Daihatsu Terios
    Daihatsu Terios 2006 review
    Posted: 23 May 2006
    Since its inception, the Terios has always been thought of as the Chihuahua of the SUV fraternity;...
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    Hyundai Santa Fe
    Hyundai Santa Fe 2006 review
    Posted: 18 May 2006
    If you need confirmation that Hyundai is fast becoming a big player in the new car market in NZ...
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    Saab 9-3 Sport Combi
    Saab 9-3 2006 review
    Posted: 16 May 2006
    When was the last time you saw a SAAB television commercial in New Zealand? How about a billboard?...
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    Jeep Commander
    Jeep Commander 2006 review
    Posted: 10 May 2006
    Blokes hardly risk being called a 'girly man' when they pull up to the mates BBQ in a Grand...
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    Chrysler 300C SRT8
    Chrysler 300C SRT8 2006 review
    Posted: 29 April 2006
    Low, wide, clean cut and a powerful presence, its no wonder parallels are commonly drawn between...
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    2005 Grand Vitara
    Suzuki Grand Vitara 2005 review
    Posted: 23 October 2005
    Those who enjoy life off road have never been embarrassed to tell their mates they drive a Grand...
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    Volkswagen Polo 2005 car review
    Volkswagen Polo 2005 review
    Posted: 20 October 2005
    The 2005 representation Polo is a face-lifted version of the fourth generation Polo introduced in...
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    2005 Volkswagen Passat
    Volkswagen Passat 2005 review
    Posted: 19 October 2005
    First impressions of the Passat’s new styling – which now adopts Volkswagen’s family features seen...
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    2005 Volkswagen Jetta
    Volkswagen Jetta 2005 review
    Posted: 19 October 2005
    Sitting in between the new Golf, and Passat in size, the Jetta may carry a hefty price premium over...
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    2005 Volkswagen Touareg
    Volkswagen Touareg 2005 review
    Posted: 19 October 2005
    Considering its Volkswagens first venture into the large SUV market, the Touareg immediately...
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    Volvo XC70 2005
    Volvo XC70 2005 review
    Posted: 19 October 2005
    Sweden: a peace loving Scandinavian nation renowned for blonde hair, Sauna, and safe cars
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    2005 Volvo XC90
    Volvo XC90 2005 review
    Posted: 19 October 2005
    Volvo’s king-sized SUV, the XC90 has a new 2.4 litre diesel engine for 2005, and the D5 LE, seven...
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    2005 Forester
    Subaru Forester 2005 review
    Posted: 19 October 2005
    Subaru continues to spoil outdoorsy people for choice with the latest iteration of the Forester.
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    Subaru Impreza RS 2005 review
    Subaru Impreza RS 2005 review
    Posted: 19 October 2005
    Subaru continue to enhance the class-leading Impreza
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    2005 Impreza WRX
    Subaru Impreza WRX 2005 review
    Posted: 19 October 2005
    2005 sees a some interesting changes to the Impreza line up,
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    Toyota Hilux 2005 car review
    Toyota Hilux 2005 review
    Posted: 19 October 2005
    Toyota's Hilux launched to the world in 1968. Here in NZ it first shot to fame with the Crump ads...
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    Suzuki Swift 2005
    Suzuki Swift LTD 2005 review
    Posted: 19 October 2005
    We can understand the excitement about the all-new Swift,
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    2005 Peugeot 407 HDi
    Peugeot 407HDi 2005 review
    Posted: 12 October 2005
    The ongoing improvements to New Zealand’s diesel fuel (reduction in Sulpher content) have enabled...
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    2005 Peugeot 206GTi
    Peugeot 206GTi 2005 review
    Posted: 12 October 2005
    Keeping with Peugeot's long standing history of giving their diminutively sized three doors a...
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    2005 Peugeot 307HDi
    Peugeot 307HDi 2005 review
    Posted: 12 October 2005
    Peugeot have enhanced and improved the popular 307
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    2005 Peugeot 307CC
    Peugeot 307CC 2005 review
    Posted: 12 October 2005
    In coupe guise the 307cc is a sharp looking car...says me. Apparently – if you’re to believe the...
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    2005 Skoda Octavia
    Skoda Octavia 2005 review
    Posted: 12 October 2005
    Octavia shares many components with its German counterparts. But is assembled in Skoda’s state of...
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    2005 Pathfinder
    Nissan Pathfinder 2005 review
    Posted: 05 October 2005
    The 2005 Pathfinder is marketed as a genuine off-road vehicle
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    2005 Navara STX
    Nissan Navara STX 2005 review
    Posted: 05 October 2005
    Promoted as the ultimate Ute for Kiwi blokes who like a vehicle that combines work and play
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    2005 Murano
    Nissan Murano 2005 review
    Posted: 05 October 2005
    Following on from the recent release of the all new Pathfinder, comes the Murano
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    2005 Mercedes A Class
    Mercedes-Benz A Class 2005 review
    Posted: 02 October 2005
    The refreshing new A-Class comes at a good time
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    2005 ES 300
    Lexus ES300 2005 review
    Posted: 28 September 2005
    The ES 300 has been a popular model in New Zealand
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    Lexus SC430 2005 car review
    Lexus SC430 2005 review
    Posted: 28 September 2005
    Prepare to be seduced' is the header on the Lexus SC430's sales brochure.
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    2003 Mazda6 car review
    Mazda6 2005 review
    Posted: 28 September 2005
    After two years leading popularity stakes, the 2005 Mazda 6 is getting a well-earned, rather than...
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    Mazda MX-5
    Mazda MX-5 2005 review
    Posted: 28 September 2005
    Mazda certainly got the looks right with the latest MX-5 with a snazzy combination of design...
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    2005 Mercedes Benz CLS500
    Mercedes-Benz CLS500 2005 review
    Posted: 28 September 2005
    Prestigious German manufacturer Mercedes Benz has just released the stylish CLS Class in New...
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    Kia Rio 2005
    Kia Rio 2005 review
    Posted: 25 September 2005
    Kia has set their sights on the increasing number of younger, more dynamic car buyers with the new...
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    Kia Picanto
    Kia Picanto 2005 review
    Posted: 25 September 2005
    Kia couldn’t time the release of their miniature Picanto better.
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    Kia Sportage 2005 review
    Posted: 25 September 2005
    The Sportage has come a long way since its debut in New Zealand in late 1996
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    Kia Sorento
    Kia Sorento diesel 2005 review
    Posted: 25 September 2005
    Kia’s popularity here has been on the climb and stands to improve further still with the...
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    Range Rover Sport 2005
    Range Rover Sport 2005 review
    Posted: 25 September 2005
    Range Rover is the quintessential luxury SUV, the benchmark to which all-comers wish to match.
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    2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
    Jeep Grand Cherokee 2005 review
    Posted: 22 September 2005
    The 2005 Grand Cherokee incarnation that is by far the most attractive to date.
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    2005 Jeep Cherokee
    Jeep Cherokee 2005 review
    Posted: 22 September 2005
    eep has revamped their mid-range class flagship, the Cherokee.
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    2005 Hyundai Sonata
    Hyundai Sonata V6 and 2.4 Elite 2005 review
    Posted: 16 September 2005
    Hyundai have unleashed its most promising Sonata range to date.
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    Hyundai Terracan
    Hyundai Terracan CRDi 2005 review
    Posted: 16 September 2005
    Hyundai's Terracan received minor updates in appearance for 2005, including a diesel engine.
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    2005 Jazz
    Honda Jazz 2005 review
    Posted: 15 September 2005
    The Honda Jazz has been a popular model in the small vehicle class
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    2005 Honda CRV
    Honda CRV 2005 review
    Posted: 15 September 2005
    Honda has given the popular CRV model a facelift for 2005.
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    2005 Ford Focus
    Ford Focus 2005 review
    Posted: 09 September 2005
    Three different variations of the 5-door Focus hatch model are currently sourced from Ford's South...
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    Daihatsu Sirion 2005 review
    Posted: 01 September 2005
    Seven years, and a reinvented Sirion on, what's changed?
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    Citroen C5
    Citroen C5 3.0 V6 and 2.0 HDI 2005 review
    Posted: 25 August 2005
    The new C5 comes with a host of technological and safety improvements, making it a very safe...
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    Chrsyler Crossfire Roadster
    Chrysler Crossfire Roadster 2005 review
    Posted: 18 August 2005
    Released in America in mid 2004, the convertible Roadster arrived in this country early 2005
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    SRT6
    Chrysler Crossfire and SRT6 2005 car review
    Posted: 18 August 2005
    The Crossfire SRT-6 follows in the footprints left by some pretty big boots.
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    Audi TT 3.2 2001 review
    Posted: 12 August 2005
    The advancements over the 1.8T roadster are primarily in the engine and drivetrain, but that's not...
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    2005 S4 cabrio
    Audi S4 Cabrio 2005 review
    Posted: 12 August 2005
    Particular attention to design detail makes the Audi Cabriolet an attractive and stylish vehicle
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    Audi A6
    Audi A6 4.2 V8 2005 review
    Posted: 12 August 2005
    The first Audi model released in New Zealand displaying the new Audi frontal identity.
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    2005 Audi A4
    Audi A4 2005 review
    Posted: 12 August 2005
    Audi has taken it considerably further with the second generation A4
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    2005 Kia Cerato
    Kia Cerato 2005 review
    Posted: 01 February 2005
    ia's latest addition to their model line up for 2005 is the Cerato,
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    2004 Avensis wagon
    Toyota Avensis 2004 review
    Posted: 19 October 2004
    The new Toyota Avensis wagon, built by Toyota UK, could well fit the market here
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    Toyota Rav4 LTD 2004 review
    Toyota Rav4 LTD 2004 review
    Posted: 19 October 2004
    For 2004, the Toyota RAV4 has received minor restyling changes, although these may not be easily...
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    2004 Outback
    Subaru Outback 2004 review
    Posted: 19 October 2004
    Subaru Outback models for 2004 carry the high level of improvements of body construction and...
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    2004 Legacy
    Subaru Legacy 2004 review
    Posted: 19 October 2004
    Styling of the new 2003/04 Subaru Legacy models have only received subtle changes, but the big...
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    Suzuki Liana 2004
    Suzuki Liana 2004 review
    Posted: 19 October 2004
    With design origins from Europe the Liana range comes in two body options
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    Volkswagen Golf 2004 review
    Volkswagen Golf 2004 review
    Posted: 19 October 2004
    The new Mark V Golf has expanded in all exterior dimensions with a prominent front bumper/spoiler...
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    2004 Skoda Fabia
    Skoda Fabia 2004 review
    Posted: 12 October 2004
    The new Skoda Fabia is built on the latest VW, small car platform however the Czech product carries...
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    Renault Scenic 2004 review
    Posted: 12 October 2004
    he all-new Scenic II features a radical styling change over the original 1999 version
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    Octavia RS Combi
    Skoda Octavia RS 2004 review
    Posted: 12 October 2004
    For 2004, Skoda NZ have rationalised their model range and enhanced specification for the vehicles...
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    2004 407 2.2 Sport
    Peugeot 407 2.2 Sport 2004 review
    Posted: 12 October 2004
    Peugeot have created distinctive, flowing lines for their new 407.Available in three engine options
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    2004 Maxima
    Nissan Maxima 2004 review
    Posted: 05 October 2004
    The all new Maxima reflects the European influence now taking place with Nissan models
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    2004 Nissan Micra
    Nissan Micra 2004 review
    Posted: 05 October 2004
    Nissan’s latest supermini vehicle appears to be a modern take on Austin Healey styling.
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    2004 Navara
    Nissan Navara 2004 review
    Posted: 05 October 2004
    The facelift Nissan Navara has received minor appearance and mechanical improvements
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    2004 Patrol
    Nissan Patrol 2004 review
    Posted: 05 October 2004
    Although still based on the brawny underpinnings of previous the Patrol, Nissan have made subtle...
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    Mitsubishi Grandis 2004 review
    Posted: 02 October 2004
    The Mitsubishi Grandis is a full seven-seat model
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    2004 Mercedes Benz Viano
    Mercedes-Benz Viano 2004 review
    Posted: 28 September 2004
    Where most manufacturers identify their MPV models as Multi Purpose Vehicles, Daimler/Chrysler...
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    2004 Mazda3
    Mazda3 2004 review
    Posted: 28 September 2004
    The Mazda3, the replacement for the 323, is a significant step forward in style, construction and...
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    2004 Lexus LS430
    Lexus LS430 2004 review
    Posted: 28 September 2004
    For 2004, the LS430 has acquired various styling changes to present a more modern appearance
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    Kia Rio 2004
    Kia Rio 2004 review
    Posted: 25 September 2004
    Kia have recently upgraded the specification and safety levels of Rio
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    2004 Tucson
    Hyundai Tucson V6 2004 review
    Posted: 22 September 2004
    Our test vehicle was the 2.7 litre V6 version, an engine used in many Hyundai models and in this...
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    2004 Honda Odyssey
    Honda Odyssey 2004 review
    Posted: 16 September 2004
    Replacing the high stance, boxy styling of previous Odyssey, is a low, sleek and stylish vehicle.
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    Hyundai Elantra 2004
    Hyundai Elantra GLS 2004 review
    Posted: 16 September 2004
    Leading into 2005, Hyundai have given the Elantra sedan and lift-back models a mid life facelift,
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    2004 Civic Hybrid
    Honda Civic Hybrid 2004 review
    Posted: 15 September 2004
    Japanese car producers, more than any other makers, have for some time been developing hybrid...
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    Adventra
    Holden Adventra/Crewman 2004 review
    Posted: 09 September 2004
    Holden have expanded their horizons and joined the AWD vehicle fraternity, with the release of the...
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    Ford Fiesta 2004
    Ford Fiesta 2004 review
    Posted: 09 September 2004
    The 2004 Fiesta features a combination of style, driving dynamics, performance and safety
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    Ford Territory Ghia 2004
    Ford Territory Ghia 2004 review
    Posted: 01 September 2004
    Ford Australia's new Territory displays many styling features of the BA Falcon wagon,
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    2003 Toyota Highlander
    Toyota Highlander 2003 review
    Posted: 19 October 2003
    Fitting between the bigger Prado and the smaller RAV4, the Highlander already seems compromised.
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    Toyota Camry 2003 review
    Toyota Camry 2003 review
    Posted: 19 October 2003
    With the introduction of the new Toyota Camry, GL, GX and GLX model definitions have been replaced...
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    2003 Avensis Verso
    Toyota Avensis Verso 2003 review
    Posted: 19 October 2003
    Toyota are again entering this MPV segment with the Japanese sourced Avensis Verso
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    Toyota Echo 2003 car review
    Toyota Echo 2003 review
    Posted: 19 October 2003
    The Toyota Echo has been a favoured model in the Toyota line up with an excellent sales record...
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    2003 Peugeot 307SW
    Peugeot 307SW 2003 review
    Posted: 12 October 2003
    The 307 wagon is more spacious and versatile than the 307 hatch, and could almost join the people...
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    2003 Lancer
    Mitsubishi Lancer 2003 review
    Posted: 02 October 2003
    Mitsubishi Motors New Zealand have introduced a new Lancer for 2003
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    2003 Mitsubishi Colt
    Mitsubishi Colt 2003 review
    Posted: 02 October 2003
    The Colt has modern, chic styling with a European flare and presents the new corporate face of...
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    2001 Mazda 323
    Mazda 323 2001 review
    Posted: 28 September 2003
    The Mazda 323 range is a popular choice amongst New Zealander’s with a first rate reputation as a...
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    2003 Mazda2
    Mazda2 2003 review
    Posted: 28 September 2003
    Mazda 2 is a revision of the Mazda Demio wagon,
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    2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
    Jeep Grand Cherokee 2003 review
    Posted: 22 September 2003
    The Grand Cherokee differs from the basic Cherokee in that it has a diesel engine by Mercedes Benz...
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    2003 Honda Accord Euro
    Honda Accord Euro 2003 review
    Posted: 15 September 2003
    Honda Accord models have been a popular buyer’s choice vehicle for over 25 years
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    2003 Honda Accord V6
    Honda Accord V6 2003 review
    Posted: 15 September 2003
    Honda now offers two distinctly different choices under the Accord name. The Accord Euro and this,...
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    2003 Holden Vectra and Vectra CDXi
    Holden Vectra 2003 review
    Posted: 09 September 2003
    The all new Holden Vectra is larger in all dimensions than the model it replaces and conveys modern...
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    Ford Focus
    Ford Focus 2003 review
    Posted: 09 September 2003
    Replacing the popular Ford Laser, the Focus has gained an extensive following and reputation in...
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    BA Falcon
    Ford Falcon BA 2003 review
    Posted: 01 September 2003
    Late 1998 saw the introduction of the AU Falcon which unfortunately did not do at all well for Ford
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    Daihatsu Sirion GTV 2003 review
    Posted: 01 September 2003
    The Japanese are specialists at producing functional and competent small cars and the Daihatsu...
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    Citroen C3 - 2003
    Citroen C3 1.6 SensoDrive and 1.4 HDI 2003 review
    Posted: 25 August 2003
    C3 is a classy vehicle with modern styling.
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    C3 Pluriel
    Citroen C3 Pluriel 2003 review
    Posted: 25 August 2003
    The Pluriel is an open top cabriolet, and as the name suggests, has many variations of use.
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    Daewoo Kalos
    Daewoo Kalos 2003 review
    Posted: 25 August 2003
    In mid 2002 the failing Daewoo Korea became part of the General Motors empire.
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    Lacetti
    Daewoo Lacetti 2003 review
    Posted: 25 August 2003
    The Lacetti is the second Daewoo model to arrive in New Zealand under the Daewoo/GM Motors...
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    Cruiser
    Chrysler PT Cruiser 2003 review
    Posted: 19 August 2003
    In the year 2000, when the PT Cruiser was introduced to the New Zealand car market,
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    2002 Primera
    Nissan Primera 2002 review
    Posted: 06 October 2002
    With the new European designed Primera, Nissan has created an attention grabber larger in all...
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    Fiat Punto 2002 review
    Posted: 01 September 2002
    The introduction of the new Fiat Punto reveals a modern, larger profile and fashionable styling...
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    Suzuki Ignis 2001
    Suzuki Ignis 2001 review
    Posted: 19 October 2001
    The all new Ignis is a classy little number offering the option of being a car, hatch or a mini MPV
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    2001 Pulsar
    Nissan Pulsar 2001 review
    Posted: 05 October 2001
    Following the name change from Sentra to Pulsar in 1998, Nissan's popular compact model has...
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    Kia Rio 2001
    Kia Rio 2001 review
    Posted: 25 September 2001
    Kia NZ is entering the small car category by introducing the Rio sedan and hatch variations.
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    Hyundai Elantra 2001
    hyundai Elantra 2001 review
    Posted: 16 September 2001
    In most markets throughout the world Hyundai have sold their medium sized car as the Elantra...
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    Hyundai Matrix 2001
    Hyundai Matrix 2001 review
    Posted: 16 September 2001
    The new generation Matrix wagon is example of Hyundai's new direction,
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    Santa Fe 2001
    Hyundai Santa Fe 2001 review
    Posted: 16 September 2001
    The Santa Fe is of medium size and competes with the Honda CRV, Suzuki Vitara and Toyota RAV4.
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    2001 Civic Hatch
    Honda Civic VTiS hatch 2001 review
    Posted: 15 September 2001
    The five door Civic hatch has been a long time coming
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    2001 Barina
    Holden Barina 2001 review
    Posted: 09 September 2001
    2001 sees an all new Barina, available in 3 or 5 door body styles
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    Tacuma
    Daewoo Tacuma 2001 review
    Posted: 25 August 2001
    Currently one of the failing Daewoo’s best models is the Tacuma - a medium size people carrier.
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    Alfa Romeo 156 2001 review
    Posted: 12 August 2001
    With the exquisite 156, Italian stylists have again shown their mastery in producing a radical...
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    2000 Suzuki Jimny
    Suzuki Jimny 2000 review
    Posted: 19 October 2000
    Replacing the popular SJ413, the Jimny name has been revived from the original Suzuki LJ50 off-road...
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    Peugeot 206 2000 review
    Peugeot 206 2000 review
    Posted: 12 October 2000
    It is not easy for a car manufacturer to design a new model with the latest technology and still...
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    2000 Maxima
    Nissan Maxima 2000 review
    Posted: 05 October 2000
    on the 2000 Maxima are new and the body length, height and width have increased, making it longer...
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    2000 Hyundai Granduer
    Hyundai Granduer 2000 review
    Posted: 22 September 2000
    New from the ground up, the XG Granduer is a convincing expression of Hyundai’s intention to expand...
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    2000 Astra
    Holden Astra 2000 review
    Posted: 09 September 2000
    General Motors Germany started with a clean sheet and created a new Astra for 2000
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    Ford AU Falcon Futura 2000 review
    Posted: 01 September 2000
    To try and compensate for the decline in popularity Ford Australia carried out a customer survey to...
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    Matiz
    Daewoo Matiz 2000 review
    Posted: 25 August 2000
    A recent arrival of the new 'supermini' category is the Daewoo Matiz which has done well on the...
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    1999 Forester
    Subaru Forester 1999 review
    Posted: 16 October 1999
    The Subaru Forester first appeared in 1997 as a family recreation wagon with a 2.0 litre engine,
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    1999 Renault Scenic
    Renault Scenic 1999 review
    Posted: 12 October 1999
    Renault conceived the concept of Multi Purpose Vehicle way back in 1984 with the Espace, a model...
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    Honda HRV 1999
    Honda HRV 1999 review
    Posted: 15 September 1999
    Honda has entered the small recreational vehicle class with a model designated the HRV
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    Ford Ka
    Ford Ka 1999 review
    Posted: 09 September 1999
    Ka presents a visual impact wherever it goes by thanks to cheeky eye-catching looks and bright...
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    Toyota Corolla 1998
    Toyota Corolla 1998 review
    Posted: 19 October 1998
    Toyota has selected the European specification Corolla to replace the last of their locally...
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    1998 RVR
    Mitsubishi RVR 1998 review
    Posted: 02 October 1998
    Based on a short wheelbase Chariot floor pan, the RVR is available in three versions
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    1998 Lexus ES300
    Lexus ES300 1998 review
    Posted: 28 September 1998
    The ES300 was introduced in 1992 to compete in the lower price spectrum of the luxury bracket
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    1998 Jeep Wrangler
    Jeep Wrangler 1998 review
    Posted: 22 September 1998
    With the latest Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler have concentrated in keeping the Jeep popularity as the...
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    1998 Hyundai Accent
    Hyundai Accent 1998 review
    Posted: 16 September 1998
    There is no doubt that with every new or updated model that Hyundai Motor Company introduce its a...
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    ATOZ
    Hyundai Atoz 1998 review
    Posted: 16 September 1998
    The Hyundai ATOZ (from A to Z) is the latest example to temp the local motorist into a new micro...
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    1998 Accord
    Honda Accord Vti and VTiL 1998 review
    Posted: 15 September 1998
    Honda New Zealand faced a dilemma during 1998 of where to source new vehicles after import tariffs...
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    Holden VT Calais
    Holden VT Calais 1998 review
    Posted: 09 September 1998
    Starting with a European Opel platform, extensive modifications were made to create the VT...
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    Xsara
    Citroen Xsara 1998 review
    Posted: 25 August 1998
    The latest model from Citröen to reach our shores is the Xsara which is the replacement for the...
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    1997 Peugeot 306
    Peugeot 306 1997 review
    Posted: 12 October 1997
    1997 sees the first major facelift and upgrade for the 306 range which has enhanced model...
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    Terios
    Daihatsu Terios 1997 review
    Posted: 01 September 1997
    Available in two versions the TR model has a driver’s airbag, central locking and cassette stereo...
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