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Old and nearly forgotten, the Suzuki S-Cross has struggled to stand out against far fresher and flashier rivals. But, if you're seeking a small yet spacious SUV with effortless performance, unexpected refinement and a practical, functional interior, then the Plus 2WD Turbo deserves a closer look. Yes, the basic structure and cabin are dated, but it's been revised enough to drive like a newer car.

Living in a meta universe all to itself, the advertising campaign for the 2024 Kia Tasman ute has proven quite the success in bringing awareness to Aussie HiLux and Ranger buyers while getting those in the industry talking. 

A station wagon is superior to an SUV in most respects. They often offer more rear passenger space, match or better cargo space, and generally provide superior fuel economy, not to mention are more dynamic to drive.

The likeable Honda CR-V has long traded on good looks, impressive engineering, family-friendly practicality and value to lure buyers in.Now, the all-new sixth-gen version adds the e:HEV hybrid flagship to the mix, combining excellent economy and electrified performance to a substantially improved package.Is that enough to tempt buyers away from the evergreen Toyota RAV4 hybrid? We think so.

Mazda Australia has confirmed a small pricing change to its line-up, almost a standard rise across all models, which took place as of January 1. Pricing changes seen by CarsGuide were reported more recently than January, though the adjustment amounts to just $150 more for most models in the Mazda Australia range, aside from the lightly updated Mazda CX-5.

The 2024 Nissan X-Trail e-Power dares to be different with its series hybrid powertrain, which exclusively drives the wheels via dual electric motors, while its petrol engine acting as a power generator for the onboard battery. It's an approach that delivers a superior driving experience - in some instances.

Ford has taken the unusual step of slashing Mustang Mach-E pricing even before customer deliveries commence in Australia. Cut by up to $7000 according to grade, it means that the least-expensive version of the company’s first passenger electric vehicle (EV) in Australia now kicks off from $72,990 (all prices are before on-road costs), down from $79,990.

For a few years now, Jeep's foothold in Australia has been slipping. With an overall ongoing sales performance that could be politely described as lacklustre, it seems the Jeep brand – that is oh so popular in its nation of origin, the good ol' USA – is actually on a sustained downward spiral here.

Lexus has bumped up pricing for three of its four best selling models, consisting of the ES sedan, UX small SUV and NX mid-size SUV. The pricing increases are relatively minor, and arrive at the middle of the year at which point the government’s LCT adjustments bring the pricing of some of Lexus’ more expensive models down.

Jaguar was first on the luxury EV SUV scene back in 2018, but recent improvements have kept it fresh against newer rivals. The twin electric-motor EV400 AWD is the sole model, and remains a thrillingly quick, dynamically athletic and - with optional air suspension and adaptive dampers - a wonderfully comfortable grand tourer, complete with a roomy, high-quality cabin. There's much to enjoy here.