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2025 Cupra Leon Sportstourer VZ Review

10 October 2025

New Zealand might have missed out on the Golf R Variant (the station wagon version), but don’t fret, because Cupra have stepped in with an equally hot alternative that seamlessly blends practicality and style into one sleek, sporty package.

2025 BMW iX1

23 September 2025

The BMW X1 is a versatile and spacious SUV that fits any occasion, whether it’s cruising through the suburbs, weaving through the city, or embarking on the open road – the compact SUV is designed for it all. With BMW expanding its lineup of electrified vehicles, the X1 is now available with petrol, plug-in hybrid, or fully electric drivetrains.

2025 Kia Carnival HEV Water Review

23 September 2025

If you compile a list of vans that are not only practical but also good-looking and packed with features, the Kia Carnival would likely top the list. In fact, the Carnival may very well be the only vehicle on that list. Now in its fourth generation, Kia has updated the popular SUV-style eight-seater van with a mid-cycle facelift that includes a new petrol-hybrid option.

2025 Land Rover Defender Octa

31 August 2025

Not since Dan Carter appeared on the back of a bus in his Jockey underwear has there been a more inspired brand collaboration.

2025 Audi Q5

15 August 2025

There’s a brand-new Audi in town. Cue the Q5 – or a range of them to be exact – including a performance model SQ5. This will be welcome news, as Kiwis have bought over 3,500 of this luxury SUV since 2008.

2025 Honda e:N1

09 August 2025

Carmakers these days are embracing the use of playful combinations of letters, numbers, and punctuation marks in naming their cars. Honda's latest creation is no exception; the e:N1 is boldly entering the electric vehicle market with an equally eye-catching name.

2025 MG ZS Turbo Essence

04 August 2025

The MG ZS has undergone a significant makeover. The awkward-looking styling, cheap interior, and poor driving experience have been replaced with a stylish, refined, and surprisingly capable new version. It’s a serious glow-up, and the improvements are evident in nearly every aspect of the new car.

2025 Smart #1 and #3

04 August 2025

Smart’s latest project involves a collaboration between its parent company, Mercedes-Benz and the Chinese electric vehicle giant, Geely. Offering buyers two premium options when seeking a compact electric SUV in an ever-growing market. But does combining precise German design with the latest Chinese EV technology provide a winning formula?

2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz

26 July 2025

There is a significant hum surrounding the launch of Volkswagen's ID. Buzz van, and for good reason. As the modern-day successor to the classic Kombi van, the ID. Buzz has some hefty expectations to meet in carrying on the legacy of the beloved T1 and T2 models, which have earned cult classic status over the years.

2025 Suzuki Fronx

09 July 2025

With a history of creating exciting names for its cars, such as Swift, Kizashi, and Vitara, it's interesting how Suzuki arrived at the name for its new subcompact SUV, the Fronx (pronounced as it's spelt). The name reportedly combines the words "Frontier" and "Crossover," and Suzuki claims it will be a game-changer in the subcompact segment.

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2025 Cupra Leon Sportstourer VZ Review

2025 BMW iX1

2025 Kia Carnival HEV Water Review

2025 Land Rover Defender Octa

2025 Audi Q5

2025 Honda e:N1

2025 MG ZS Turbo Essence

2025 Smart #1 and #3

2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz

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