Camping Gear
Burke and Wills Waratah double swag Review
One of the most practical sleeping arrangements in the bush is the humble swag. We have for review the Burke and Wills Waratah standard dome swag. […]
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AWD 4WD SUV
Mazda CX-5 GT Diesel AWD Review
Mazda has shaken up the mid-size AWD SUV market with its all new CX5 especially with the .2L diesel we are testing here. Externally the CX-5 strikes an imposing presence with its large front end treatment and smooth upward flowing lines through the side to the rear. […]
AWD 4WD SUV
Toyota FJ Cruiser Review
Since its launch demand for Toyota’s FJ Cruiser has exceeded expectations. This is probably because the FJ Cruiser is not only a revelation in its looks but it is extremely capable off road as well. The FJ Cruiser is powered by a 4.0L V6 5 Speed drivetrain with a dual transfer case. […]
AWD 4WD SUV
Kia Sorento 2.2 R Platinum Review
The Kia Sorento is a stylish, incredibly well appointed AWD SUV which has seven seats, a technologically advanced 2.2L ‘R’ series diesel with a 6 speed automatic transmission and a heap of features all packaged in a stylish vehicle. […]
AWD 4WD SUV
Toyota Prado Kakadu 3.0L DiD Review
On test was the Landcruiser Prado Kakadu with a 3.0-litre turbo-diesel motor mated to a five-speed automatic with sequential-style shifting transmission and a host of electronic gizmos. […]
AWD 4WD SUV
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 2.8L CRD Review
The Jeep Wrangler is as good as anything off road and often its not until you swap cars and go over the same track that you realise just how easily and comfortable the Jeep Wrangler handled it. It’s also fair to say that the Wrangler is ‘cool’ and appeals on many levels. […]
AWD 4WD SUV
Hyundai ix35 Highlander 2.0L R Review
Hyundai’s ix35 has been around now for three years and it’s still a class leader in a very competitive market segment. It has great build quality, a stylish design, packed full of features and safety, has a powerful diesel engine and is very competitively priced. […]
AWD 4WD SUV
Mitsubishi Pajero Exceed 3.2 DiD Review
Going back some ten or so years ago Mitsubishi revolutionised the 4WD market with a large 4WD that actually had road manners. Time has moved on and the latest model of the Pajero is now getting long in the tooth but still remains an exceptionally competent 4WD with good handling and dynamics and excellent value. […]
AWD 4WD SUV
Volvo XC 60 D5 Teknik Review
The Volvo XC60 D5 Teknik I had the pleasure of driving is a classy AWD Vehicle. Driving it for the first time I was surprised at the ride height of the vehicle (it stands at 1713mm in height) and how comfortable it was. […]
AWD 4WD SUV
VW Tiguan 103 TDi 7 Sp DSG Review
Once at the forefront of the compact AWD SUV class recent additions such as the Mazda CX5, Kia Sportage and Hyundai IX35 have seen the VW Tiguan relegated to the second tier of choice. To combat this VW has recently released an updated version. […]