Mike Costello
Good
2021 Hyundai Kona Electric v Kia Niro v Nissan Leaf e+ comparison
We have a crack at three compact EVs with ample driving range from Hyundai, Kia and Nissan. Do any make a compelling case?
4 Years Ago
Car Comparisons
Mike Costello
Very Good
2021 Ford Everest Titanium v Toyota Prado Kakadu
These family 4x4s are the same size and offer many of the same qualities. One strikes me as a more refined and comfy choice, while the other remains the better bet for proper remote touring and towing.
5 Years Ago
Mike Costello
Very Good
2021 Haval H6 v Honda CR-V comparison
The latest-generation Haval H6 has arrived from China specced to shake-up the mid-sized SUV market. How does it compare to a class favourite?
5 Years Ago
Mike Costello
Mitsubishi v MG v Haval: Which cheap SUV is best-specced?
Mitsubishi's ASX is the sales and value-for-money king in the small SUV market, but two rising contenders from China want in on the action. How do they stack up on paper?
5 Years Ago
Mike Costello
Good
2021 Lexus NX v Mazda CX-5 comparison
Real Japanese luxury meets aspirational Japanese luxury, in the mid-sized SUV space. The differences aren't actually so stark.
5 Years Ago
Mike Costello
Good
2021 Hyundai Venue Active v Kia Stonic Sport comparison
Two of the tiniest urban crossovers do battle. They're very similar offerings that are most clearly separated by their designs and drivetrain performance.
5 Years Ago
Mike Costello
Very Good
2021 Skoda Scala Monte Carlo v Toyota Corolla ZR comparison
The top-selling Toyota Corolla squares off against a new, lesser-known competitor from the Czech Republic: Skoda's Scala
5 Years Ago
Mike Costello
Very Good
2021 Isuzu D-Max X-Terrain v Nissan Navara ST-X comparison
The updated Nissan Navara ST-X is now what the D23 should've been all along. But for my money the Isuzu D-Max X-Terrain just edges it.
5 Years Ago
Scott Collie
Good
Mazda CX-9 Azami LE v Hyundai Palisade Highlander AWD
Big families who want a plush SUV are spoiled for choice, but few are plusher than the Mazda CX-9 Azami LE and Hyundai Palisade Highlander.
5 Years Ago
Mike Costello
Very Good
2021 Ford Ranger Raptor v Jeep Gladiator Overland comparison
If you're after a practical and good-value workhorse, then look elsewhere. But if you don't mind sacrificing payload for cool factor and unique capability, sit down and have a read.
5 Years Ago
Mike Costello
Very Good
Kia Seltos Sport+ v Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Aspire comparison
Two solid and spacious small SUVs priced below $40,000 battle it out for supremacy.
5 Years Ago
Mike Costello
How is the new Mercedes-Benz C-Class different to last year's model?
Does the imminent 2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class luxury top-seller compare favourably to its predecessor? The insane new centre screen sure moves things forward...
5 Years Ago
James Wong
Volkswagen Golf GTI v Volkswagen Golf GTI TCR comparison
It's an all-VW shootout between the Golf GTI and racier Golf GTI TCR. Is the limited-edition worth the extra spend?
5 Years Ago
Mike Costello
2022 Nissan Qashqai: What's new compared to the old one?
The third-generation of Nissan's small SUV staple has been revealed in Europe. Should existing owners upgrade?
5 Years Ago
Mike Costello
2022 Mitsubishi Outlander and Nissan X-Trail specs compared
Two closely related and top-selling new mid-sized SUVs compared and contrasted ahead of their Australian launches.
5 Years Ago
Mike Costello
Very Good
2021 BMW X3 M40i v Porsche Macan GTS comparison
Two of the best premium performance SUVs go head-to-head. The Porsche remains the driver's choice, but the BMW's relative value and flexibility give it an edge overall.
5 Years Ago