Electric vehicles that deliver zero-emissions driving with excellent range, advanced technology, and compelling value for Australian buyers.

Electric Vehicles

Australia's Best EV - Small SUV

Small electric SUVs that combine zero-emissions driving with practical urban dimensions and the latest tech features.

Best EV - Small SUV

The BMW iX1 represents compact premium electric SUV excellence with an impressive range, rapid charging capability and BMW's signature driving dynamics, making it the benchmark for small battery-powered luxury SUVs.

BMW IX1

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Cupra Leon

Mazda CX-5

Cupra Ateca

LDV Deliver 9

Renault Koleos

Fiat 500e

Volkswagen Tiguan

Value-packed vehicles that deliver top safety credentials and plenty of equipment and performance without the premium price tag.

Affordable Cars

Australia's Best City Car

Compact, efficient cars that excel at navigating busy urban streets while delivering excellent value and reliability.

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Best City Car

The Mazda 2 brings a premium feel to the city car segment, along with excellent build quality, engaging driving dynamics and a refined interior that punches well above its compact dimensions and price point.

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Mazda 2

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Mercedes-Benz C200

Ford Mustang Mach-E

Capable commercial vehicles that deliver the toughness, reliability, and versatility that working Australians depend on every day.

Work and Utility Vehicles

Australia's Best Van

Light commercial vans that deliver maximum cargo capacity, reliability and driver safety and comfort for working Australians and growing businesses.

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Best Van

The Ford Transit Custom sets the light commercial van benchmark with excellent payload capacity, a refined driving experience, all the latest safety and multimedia tech, and Ford's reputation for reliability, making it ideal for Australian businesses.

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Ford Transit Custom

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Haval H6

Mazda BT-50

Audi Q2

The premium vehicles that deliver the best blend of comfort, technology, and performance for Australian buyers.

Luxury Cars

Australia's Best Luxury Large SUV

Premium large SUVs that offer commanding presence, exceptional space and refined luxury for upmarket Australians.

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Best Luxury Large SUV

The Volkswagen Touareg delivers sophisticated European luxury with excellent build quality, refinement and ride comfort, plus impressive safety, tech and towing credentials, at a price that makes it ideal for discerning Australians.

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Volkswagen Touareg

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Ford F-150

The Kia Picanto delivers exceptional city car value with impressive interior space, modern safety tech and Kia's excellent warranty coverage, making it the smart choice for urban Australian drivers.

Kia Picanto

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Volkswagen Caddy

BYD Sealion 6

Skoda Superb

Mazda CX-30

Mitsubishi Triton

Mitsubishi Pajero Sport

Australia's Best Luxury Small Car

The premium small cars that offer the perfect blend of city-friendly size and luxury refinement and appointments.

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Best Luxury Small Car

The A3 combines Audi's signature tech-forward approach with refined build quality and smooth performance, delivering understated luxury in a practical small car package.

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Audi A3

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Australia's Best Affordable Small Car

Value-focused small cars that deliver excellent everyday practicality, efficiency and features without breaking the budget.

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Best Affordable Small Car

The Mazda 3 offers a premium experience at an affordable price, plus excellent driving dynamics, impressive refinement and a high-quality interior, making it ideal for daily Australian commuting.

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Australia's Best Ute

Tough, reliable utes that deliver exceptional workhorse capability, payload capacity and durability for demanding Australian conditions.

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Best Ute

The locally developed Ford Ranger delivers benchmark ute capability with class-leading refinement, ride, handling, safety and technology, plus the payload and towing credentials demanded by Australians.

Ford Ranger

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Audi Q3

Smart #1

Range Rover Sport

Mitsubishi Outlander

Volvo C40

Audi Q7

Audi Q5

Australia's Best Affordable Small SUV

Value-packed small SUVs that combine an elevated driving position, practical versatility and excellent features at accessible prices.

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Best Affordable Small SUV

The Chery Tiggo 4 Pro delivers exceptional value with impressive equipment levels, all the latest safety tech and very competitive pricing, making SUV ownership accessible to more Australian buyers than ever.

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Chery Tiggo 4 Pro

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The Kia K4 sedan delivers impressive value, a modern design, generous equipment levels and Kia's pioneering seven-year warranty, making it an attractive choice for budget-conscious Australian buyers.

Kia K4

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Subaru WRX

Jeep Avenger

LDV V80

Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class

Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class

Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class

Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class

Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class

Mazda 6

Skoda Kamiq

Volkswagen Polo

Chery Tiggo 8 Pro

Australia's Best Luxury Mid-Size SUV

Premium mid-size SUVs that deliver the perfect balance of space, luxury, and performance for Australian families.

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Best Luxury Mid-Size SUV

The Genesis GV70 combines exceptional value with striking design, premium materials and impressive tech features, plus outstanding aftersales provisions.

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Genesis GV70

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Australia's Best Electrified Ute

Hybrid and electric utes that combine traditional workhorse capability with sustainable technology and reduced running costs.

Best Electrified Ute

The GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV delivers exceptional value with a large battery, long electric range, low fuel consumption, 3500kg towing capacity and comprehensive equipment including three diff locks, making capable electrified ute ownership accessible.

GWM Cannon Alpha

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Genesis GV80

Peugeot Expert

Nissan Navara

BMW i5

BMW iX

Nissan Z

Volkswagen T-Cross

Geely EX5

Honda ZR-V

Peugeot Partner

The GWM Cannon offers exceptional value with competitive payload and towing capacity, comprehensive equipment levels and attractive pricing that makes capable ute ownership more accessible for Australian buyers.

GWM Cannon

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GWM Ute

Ford Tourneo

Chery E5

Nissan Juke

Ssangyong Rexton

Cupra Formentor

LDV T60

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

Jaecoo J7

Ram 1500

Purpose-built vehicles that excel at specific tasks, from family transport to serious off-road adventures across Australia's toughest terrain.

Off-Road and Specialised Vehicles

Australia's Best Off-Road SUV

Rugged SUVs that deliver genuine off-road capability and the confidence to tackle Australia's toughest terrain without sacrificing everyday comfort.

Best Off-Road SUV

The Ford Everest delivers outstanding off-road capability with proven four-wheel drive systems, robust construction and family-friendly safety, tech and comfort that make it ideal for serious Australian adventures.

Ford Everest

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Peugeot Boxer

LDV G10

Jeep Gladiator

Polestar 4

Isuzu D-Max

Mercedes-AMG A35

MG HS

Jeep Grand Cherokee

The MG ZS combines attractive pricing with high equipment levels and practical interior space, making it an appealing choice for budget-conscious buyers seeking small SUV versatility and style.

MG ZS

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Ssangyong Korando

Jeep Wrangler

Mazda CX-80

Kia Stonic

Jaecoo J8

Mercedes-AMG C

Australia's Best Affordable Large SUV

Spacious three-row SUVs that deliver maximum family space, safety and comfort for growing Australian families – without luxury pricing.

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Best Affordable Large SUV

The Subaru Outback combines wagon practicality with SUV capability, offering legendary reliability, standard all-wheel drive, and excellent safety credentials that make it ideal for active Australian families.

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Subaru Outback

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Kia EV6

The Volkswagen Amarok combines tough, proven underpinnings with a European design and tech flavour to deliver refined driving dynamics and all of the capability expected in this segment, elevating the traditional work truck experience.

Volkswagen Amarok

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Subaru Crosstrek

Kia Niro

Hyundai Tucson

Mercedes-AMG GLA35

Mercedes-AMG GLE53

Mahindra XUV700

Mahindra Scorpio

Volvo EX30

BMW X7

The Hyundai i30 Sedan sets the affordable small car benchmark with excellent design and build quality, comprehensive safety tech, solid ride and handling, and generous aftersales coverage that gives buyers peace of mind.

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Hyundai i30

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Hyundai Venue

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