Mitsubishi Outlander

JAC T9

GWM Tank 300

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

Affordable Cars

Australia's Best Affordable Mid-Size SUV

Family-focused SUVs that deliver generous space, safety and comfort at prices that won't stretch the household budget.

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Best Affordable Mid-Size SUV

The Honda CR-V combines practical family-friendly space with Honda's reputation for reliability and efficiency, offering excellent build quality, refinement and ride/handling, plus comprehensive safety tech at competitive prices.

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Honda CR-V

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Mazda CX-30

Mini Aceman

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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Mazda 3

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BYD Sealion 6

Mitsubishi Pajero Sport

GWM Tank 500

Mitsubishi Triton

LDV T60

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

Work and Utility Vehicles

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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Honda ZR-V

Jeep Wrangler

Chery Tiggo 7 Pro

Jeep Grand Cherokee

Chery E5

Jeep Gladiator

LDV MIFA

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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Chery Tiggo 8 Pro

LDV G10

Mazda CX-80

Ford Mustang Mach-E

Jaecoo J7

Hyundai Tucson

Kia Stonic

Chery Omoda 5

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.

Chery

Chery Tiggo 4 Pro

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Hyundai Venue

Maserati Grecale

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 Kia EV3 enters the small electric SUV segment with a competitive range, modern safety and technology features, and Kia's comprehensive warranty coverage, providing extra confidence for EV buyers.

Kia EV3

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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.

Hyundai

Hyundai i30

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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 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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Chery C5

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 Hyundai Staria Load marries modern van innovation with distinctive styling, plus practical cargo solutions and Hyundai's extensive warranty coverage, giving commercial buyers extra peace of mind.

Hyundai Staria

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Range Rover Sport

Isuzu MU-X

Australia's Best Affordable EV

Budget-friendly electric vehicles that make zero-emissions driving accessible without compromising on range, features or reliability.

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Best Affordable EV

The MG 4 delivers exceptional electric vehicle value with surprisingly agile handling, impressive range, advanced safety and infotainment features, and competitive pricing that makes it the smart choice for budget-conscious Australian EV buyers.

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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.

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Ford Everest

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The Hyundai Kona offers distinctive styling and solid build quality, plus comprehensive safety and infotainment features in a sharp yet comfortable small SUV package.

Hyundai Kona

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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 Hyundai Santa Fe delivers exceptional large SUV value with spacious seven-seat comfort, impressive safety tech, great design and build quality, first-class refinement and dynamics, and solid warranty coverage providing extra confidence for large families.

Hyundai Santa Fe

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LDV D90

Haval H6

Deepal S07

Haval Jolion

GWM Ora

Isuzu D-Max

Mazda BT-50

Mazda CX-3

Mazda 6

Mazda CX-60

The BYD Shark 6 combines innovative plug-in hybrid technology with practical dual-cab ute flexibility, offering impressive fuel-efficiency and modern features that appeal to forward-thinking Australian businesses and adventurers.

BYD Shark 6

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Audi Q7

Audi Q5

Hyundai Palisade

Jeep Avenger

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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Jaecoo J8

Geely EX5

Australia's Best Affordable Sports Car

Performance-focused cars that deliver thrilling driving dynamics and sporty style at prices that won't break the bank.

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Best Affordable Sports Car

The Ford Mustang slams down iconic American muscle car appeal with impressive V8 performance, distinctive styling, the latest safety and tech, and surprising everyday usability that makes sports car ownership accessible to more Australians.

Ford Mustang

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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.

Ford Transit Custom

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LDV Deliver 9

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.

Mazda 2

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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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MG ZST

Mazda CX-5

Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Mercedes-Benz C200

Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class

Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class

Mercedes-Benz CLE

Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class

Mini 5D Hatch

The Mini Countryman brings distinctive style to electric SUV ownership with unique design, premium cabin quality and an engaging driving character that makes every zero-emission journey feel special.

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Mini Countryman

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Mini Clubman

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

Luxury Cars

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

Iconic style meets modern luxury in the Cooper, which offers distinctive design, premium cabin materials and that unique Mini driving character that makes every journey feel special.

Mini Cooper 3 Door

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Mini 3D Hatch

MG S5 EV

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