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James Wong
2026 Kia Stonic in line for hybrid boost Down Under
Kia's littlest SUV is all but confirmed to bring mild-hybrid assistance in 2026, likely coinciding with an as-yet-unannounced facelift.
11 Months Ago
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James Wong
Kia EV3 and EV5 to drive record EV sales for Korean brand
Kia Australia's product boss is projecting record electric vehicle sales for the Korean brand in 2025, thanks to the new EV3 and EV5 SUVs.
11 Months Ago
William Stopford
2027 Kia Sportage: Next-gen RAV4 rival going hybrid-only – report
The next Kia Sportage will reportedly ditch pure petrol and diesel engines for a lineup consisting only of hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains.
11 Months Ago
Max Davies
2025 Kia EV3 price and specs
Kia's smallest electric vehicle in Australia is nearly here, with pricing and full local specifications now available.
11 Months Ago
Jordan Mulach
2025 Kia Tasman spotted tow-testing against Ford Ranger
The Kia Tasman is gearing up to launch in the next few months, and the dual-cab ute is still being tested on local roads.
11 Months Ago
Jordan Mulach
Is the Kia Tasman more attractive as a police car?
Few have accused the Kia Tasman of being a beautiful ute, but has a police-inspired makeover improved its looks?
11 Months Ago
Josh Nevett
Where Australia's 10 most popular cars are made
The badge on a vehicle doesn't necessarily tell you where it was made, as many popular models are assembled in unexpected places.
11 Months Ago
William Stopford
2025 Kia EV3: Small electric SUV priced under $50,000
The EV3 is Kia's most affordable electric vehicle, priced from under $50,000 drive-away and offering upwards of 600km of range.
11 Months Ago
Jordan Mulach
2026 Kia Sportage: Diesel staying, more hybrid options coming
Kia's updated Sportage is set to keep its turbo-diesel engine while offering more choice to hybrid buyers when it arrives before July.
11 Months Ago
William Stopford
2026 Kia Stonic: Popular little SUV getting bold makeover
The curvaceous Stonic is the next Kia to get the brand's bolder, more squared-off front and rear-end styling, giving the ageing light SUV a fresh look.
1 Year Ago
Josh Nevett
Which small car should you buy in 2025?
Compact passenger cars are still a fun and frugal way to get around town. Here are our top picks of the small car segments in 2025.
1 Year Ago
William Stopford
Kia EV4: Tesla Model 3 rival locked in for Australia
The Kia EV4 will offer up to 630km of electric range, as well as concept car styling. The sedan has been locked in for an Australian launch.
1 Year Ago
William Stopford
Kia's futuristic family of commercial vehicles not a lock for Australia
The new Kia PV5 will be offered in myriad permutations, from wheelchair-friendly people movers to cab-chassis models for conversion, but none are locked in for Australia.
1 Year Ago
William Stopford
Kia EV2: Funky electric SUV revealed, but Australian launch unlikely
The Kia Concept EV2 has an array of clever features and previews an upcoming small electric SUV for Europe, but likely not for us.
1 Year Ago
William Stopford
Kia Niro EV recalled
Kia is recalling a couple dozen Niro EVs as a plug could become loose and the vehicle could lose power, potentially leading to an accident.
1 Year Ago
William Stopford
Don't want a Tesla Model Y? Try these instead
If you're for whatever reason turned off by the idea of buying a Tesla Model Y, here are some electric (and hybrid) alternatives to consider.
1 Year Ago
