New car reviews for WA buyers
In-depth reviews, finance guides, and buying advice for Western Australia's new car market.
NewsVolvo XC40 Plug-In Hybrid Recalled Over Serious Fire Risk
WA owners of the XC40 Recharge PHEV are being told not to charge their vehicles until a fix is completed.
News2026 Xpeng G6 Undercuts Tesla Model Y From $51,800 in Australia
The refreshed G6 arrives with four variants, up to 525km range, and a price tag that puts pressure on the competition.
NewsLandCruiser 70 Series and Ram 1500 Could Lose Emissions Exemption
A federal proposal could drag WA's most popular heavy-duty vehicles into Australia's emissions laws from mid-2027.
NewsWhy WA Toyota Buyers Are Still Waiting on HiLux and RAV4
Toyota's sales are down 24.6% nationally — but the brand says demand is strong, stock is the problem.
NewsFerrari's 'Manual' Supercar: What WA Buyers Need to Know
The Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale brings back three pedals — but not the way you think.
NewsTesla Smashes Sales Records as WA Buyers Pile Into the Model Y
Tesla's Model Y is dominating Australian EV sales — and with fuel prices climbing, WA buyers are taking notice.
NewsFord Recalls Mach-E, Transit and Transit Custom Over Dodgy High-Beams
Affected 2026 Ford vehicles may have high-beam lights that switch on or off without warning — here's what WA owners need to know.
NewsChina's Oldest Car Brand Is Heading to Australia — Here's What WA Buyers Need to Know
Hongqi, the luxury EV brand that chauffeured Chinese dignitaries, is targeting an Australian launch in the second half of 2026.
NewsLexus RZ Recalled Over Software Fault That Can Kill Drive Power
A battery control unit bug could leave RZ500e owners stranded without warning.
NewsVolkswagen's Massive Global Cuts: What It Means for WA Buyers
VW plans to axe 100,000 jobs and close four German factories — here's how it affects you.
News2027 KGM Musso: What WA Ute Buyers Need to Know Before October
The refreshed Korean dual-cab arrives in Australia this October with bolder looks but a familiar diesel powertrain.
NewsUpdated LDV T60 Ute Heading to Australia with Bigger Engine
A more powerful diesel and sharper styling could make the budget-friendly T60 an even better buy for WA ute shoppers.
NewsCupra's Fast Wagon Lands in WA: Leon VZx Sportstourer Priced at $67,490
The 245kW all-wheel drive performance wagon arrives in Australia in September 2026 — here's what WA buyers need to know.
NewsFord's Big Ute Push: What WA Buyers Need to Know Right Now
From Super Duty sales to NVES costs and hybrid utes, here's what Ford Australia is actually planning.
News2027 Renault Megane E-Tech: More Range, Faster Charging, Smarter Tech
The facelifted Megane E-Tech gets a 500km range claim, 165kW fast charging, and a sharper look.
NewsNext Mitsubishi Outlander and New ASX Previewed – What WA Buyers Need to Know
Mitsubishi has shown off the next-gen Outlander and a ground-up new ASX to dealers — here's what's coming to Australia.
NewsGM's Hands-Free Super Cruise Tech: Will WA Drivers Ever Get It?
GM's Super Cruise is expanding globally, but Australian buyers are still left waiting with no confirmed timeline.
NewsFuel Excise Cut Extended: What WA Drivers Need to Know
The federal government has extended the fuel excise discount into July — here's how much you'll actually save at the bowser.
NewsKia's Electric Delivery Van Is Coming — But Stock Will Be Tight
The PV5 Cargo launches in Australia at $55,990 before on-roads, with demand already outpacing supply.
NewsPorsche 911 GT3 with Manthey Kit: Is It Worth $120k Extra?
We break down what the Manthey Kit actually does — and whether Perth's Porsche crowd should care.
NewsWhat Toyota and Nissan's US quality warnings mean for WA buyers
Japanese buyers are being warned about American-made Toyotas and Nissans — here's why WA drivers should pay attention.
NewsHyundai Inster Recalled: What WA Owners Need to Know
Over 800 Hyundai Inster EVs are being recalled in Australia due to a fault that could cause sudden loss of drive.
NewsLast Call for the V8 Patrol: What WA Buyers Need to Know
The Y62 Patrol's V8 days are numbered — here's your window to act before stock is gone for good.
NewsNo Amarok R for Australia — But the W600 Is Coming for WA Ute Buyers
Volkswagen has killed hopes of an Amarok R badge, but the Walkinshaw W600 is about to shake up the WA ute market.
NewsBMW X1 Named Australia's Best Luxury Small SUV Two Years Running
The BMW X1 delivers sharp handling, smart tech, and a premium cabin at a price that makes sense for WA buyers.
NewsLeapmotor's Annoying Safety Beeps Aren't Going Away — Here's Why
Leapmotor admits ADAS warning chimes will keep getting louder, but says tuning improvements are on the way for Australian buyers.
News2027 VW Multivan Facelift: What WA Buyers Need to Know
Volkswagen's popular people mover gets a sharper face, better tech, and a much-improved interior for 2027.
NewsAustralia's Best Van Two Years Running — and WA Buyers Should Take Notice
The Ford Transit Custom has won back-to-back best van honours, and it's easy to see why.
NewsXpeng G6 Returns to Australia: What WA Buyers Need to Know
The refreshed Xpeng G6 relaunches on July 1 with 800V charging, up to 525km range, and serious tech upgrades.
NewsIs Jeep About to Follow Holden Out of Australia?
Stellantis brands are haemorrhaging sales — and WA buyers need to know what's at stake.
News800km Range EVs Are Here — And WA Drivers Should Pay Attention
New EVs from BMW and Volvo are dismantling the last excuses holding WA buyers back from going electric.
NewsCadillac's Australia-Bound EVs Get Smaller Batteries — Here's Why
European regulations mean WA buyers get less range and slower charging than American Cadillac EV owners.
NewsThe Zeekr 009 Is the Best People Mover You Can Buy Right Now
This electric luxury van beats every SUV on comfort — and WA families should pay attention.
NewsLeapmotor B05 Hatch Eyes Petrol Range-Extender — What It Means for WA
Leapmotor is weighing up a petrol range-extender version of its B05 hatchback, due in Australia in late 2026.
NewsBYD's 1180kW Denza Z Sports Car Is Coming — Just Not Here Yet
BYD's flagship Denza Z roaster packs serious performance credentials, but WA buyers will have to wait.
NewsLeapmotor C10 Gets a Refresh — Here's What WA Buyers Need to Know
The updated 2027 Leapmotor C10 brings a bigger screen, better seats, and a boxier look — and it's likely Australia-bound.
NewsFord's Electric Ranchero Ute Is Real — And WA Buyers Should Pay Attention
Ford's small electric ute has been spotted testing in the US, with a 2027 launch and an AU$42,600 target price.
NewsThe V8 Is Still Alive — And WA Drivers Should Be Glad
From Perth highways to the Pilbara, the V8 engine refuses to die — and the next wave proves it.
NewsNissan Admits China Sets the Standard — What It Means for WA Buyers
Nissan is openly learning from Chinese carmakers as Chinese brands reshape the Australian car market.
News2027 Mazda CX-5 Is Here, But the Hybrid WA Buyers Want Comes in 2028
The new CX-5 has landed in Australia, and Mazda's in-house hybrid is on its way — here's what WA buyers need to know.
NewsGenesis Is Coming for Porsche — and WA Buyers Should Pay Attention
Hyundai's luxury arm is racing at Le Mans and building a mid-engine sports car to back it up.
NewsLeapmotor Calls MG4 XPower 'Undriveable' — Is It Right?
Leapmotor's European chief takes aim at the MG4 XPower as it prepares a rival performance EV for Australia.
NewsSubaru Trailseeker: Why WA Gets a New Name for Its Big Electric SUV
Subaru's largest EV arrives in Australia as the Trailseeker — not the E-Outback — and there's a deliberate reason why.
NewsKorea's Car Makers Are Winning This Decade — Here's Why WA Buyers Should Care
From cheap city runarounds to capable EVs, Korean brands are delivering the best value on WA roads right now.
News2027 Geely EX5: Bigger Power, New Look — What WA Buyers Should Know
A major update to one of Australia's best-selling EVs is coming, with significantly more power and a refreshed design.
NewsCould the MG 2 Become WA's Most Affordable Electric Car?
MG's smallest EV yet has been teased ahead of its July reveal — and it could shake up the budget end of the WA market.
NewsKia, Mercedes and Honda Hold Ground as Chinese Brands Storm WA
While BYD and Chery grab headlines, a handful of established brands are quietly growing their sales in 2026.
NewsRight Car, Wrong Time: The Models That Could Have Won WA
From the Holden Volt to the Nissan Leaf, these cars deserved better — just not when they showed up.
NewsThe 5 Smallest Cars You Can Buy in WA Right Now
From under $20K to surprisingly fancy — here are the tiniest cars on sale in Western Australia.
NewsGWM's Ora 7 Wagon Spotted in Filings — Could It Come to WA?
A sporty electric station wagon from GWM's Ora brand has shown up in Chinese regulatory filings, and WA buyers should pay attention.
NewsJaecoo J5 Petrol Arrives — But WA Fuel Prices Could Spoil the Party
The petrol J5 is hitting dealerships just as rising fuel costs push WA buyers toward EVs and hybrids.
NewsVW's Electric Van Push and Amarok Updates: What WA Buyers Need to Know
From AWD ID.Buzz vans to a revamped Amarok engine, Volkswagen has a busy 2026–27 lineup headed to Australia.
NewsBYD Mako Ute: What WA Buyers Need to Know Before 2027
BYD's compact monocoque ute is heading to South America first — but Australia, and WA, is firmly in its sights.
NewsFive Car Brands Feeling the Squeeze as Chinese Rivals Take Over
Nissan, Mitsubishi, Subaru, Suzuki and VW are all losing ground fast — here's what WA buyers need to know.
NewsGWM Cannon Alpha PHEV: The Electrified Ute Built for WA Life
Big power, 115km electric range, and 3500kg towing — the Cannon Alpha PHEV makes a strong case for WA ute buyers.
NewsElectric BMW M3 Is Coming — Here's What It'll Look Like
BMW's M Concept Neue Klasse previews the first-ever electric M3, due in production from 2027.
NewsChery Is Now a Top-Five Carmaker in Australia — Here's What That Means for WA
Chery Group is outselling MG and Mitsubishi nationally. WA buyers are a big reason why.
NewsJeep Compass Gone from Australian Showrooms — What WA Buyers Should Know
Jeep has quietly pulled the Compass from sale in Australia, leaving the brand with just three models on offer.
NewsFord's Electric Ute Spotted Testing — And It Could Hit $43K
A compact electric dual-cab from Ford has been caught testing in the US, with a sub-$45K price tag on the cards.
NewsSubaru's Big Comeback: New Models Heading to WA Showrooms
Subaru's sales have dipped, but a wave of new hybrids and EVs is about to hit WA dealerships.