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Thinking of buying a new car? Our Open Road magazine road testers go over new and used models with a fine-tooth comb covering petrol, diesel, hybrid, plug-in hybrid or electric cars. And don't miss our Best Value Car Awards 2026 comparing five-year ownership costs for more than 120 vehicles across categories including small cars, SUVs, dual-cab utes, hybrids and EVs.

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Audi Q5 e-hybrid
Audi Q5 e-hybrid
2026 Audi Q5 e-hybrid review
2026 Audi Q5 e-hybrid review
Audi’s all-new, third-gen Q5 plug-in hybrid is cheaper, offers more electric range, and feels better resolved.
Sam Charlwood
13 Aug 2026
Geely EX2
Geely EX2
2026 Geely EX2 Review
2026 Geely EX2 Review
Think the Chinese car boom is a flash in the pan? The Geely EX2 begs to differ.
Sam Charlwood
11 Aug 2026
2026 Polestar 3
2026 Polestar 3
2026 Polestar 3 review
2026 Polestar 3 review
A familiar face hides substantial engineering changes in the upgraded Polestar 3, as well as more equipment and a sharper price tag. Is it all too good to be true?
Scott Newman
4 Aug 2026
2026 MG Cyberster in English White
2026 MG Cyberster in English White
2026 MG Cyberster review
2026 MG Cyberster review
A year after its Australian release, we hop back in the MG Cyberster to get a fresh perspective on this ‘affordable’ performance car.
Kris Ashton
3 Aug 2026
Two BYD Seal 6 vehicles parked in front of a wooden garage
Two BYD Seal 6 vehicles parked in front of a wooden garage
2026 BYD Seal 6 review
2026 BYD Seal 6 review
This could be one of the most compelling value-for-money family cars on the market – and that’s before you consider the incredible fuel efficiency.
Matt Campbell
30 July 2026
Kia EV3 side view in front of garage door
Kia EV3 side view in front of garage door
2025 Kia EV3 owner review
2025 Kia EV3 owner review
EV owner Sarah says a Kia EV3 was the final piece of the puzzle in electrifying her life.
Bridie Schmidt
24 July 2026
2026 Toyota Hilux BEV driving on a highway
2026 Toyota Hilux BEV driving on a highway
2026 Toyota Hilux BEV review
2026 Toyota Hilux BEV review
It’s not going to be for everyone, but the new electric Toyota HiLux ute is an important milestone for one of Australia’s most popular vehicles.
Matt Campbell
17 July 2026
2026 RAV4 PHEV XSE front angle parked in field
2026 RAV4 PHEV XSE front angle parked in field
2026 Toyota RAV4 PHEV review
2026 Toyota RAV4 PHEV review
Toyota’s plug-in hybrid version of the RAV4 is the complete package, but price might be a sticking point compared to cheaper Chinese options.
Matt Campbell
9 July 2026
Polestar 2, Kia EV4, and Tesla Model 3 in a carpark
Polestar 2, Kia EV4, and Tesla Model 3 in a carpark
EV comparison test: Polestar 2 vs Tesla Model 3 vs Kia EV4
EV comparison test: Polestar 2 vs Tesla Model 3 vs Kia EV4
Timing is everything in the new car market and these mid-sized electric sedans hold more currency than ever before. Which established player offers the best EV?
Sam Charlwood
9 July 2026
Ford Ranger Super Duty XLT
Ford Ranger Super Duty XLT
2026 Ford Ranger Super Duty XLT review
2026 Ford Ranger Super Duty XLT review
Ford broadens its Super Duty workhorse line-up with the introduction of a flagship XLT variant.
Tony O’Kane
1 July 2026

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