Make/ Model: Volkswagen Golf R32
Transmission: 6 speed direct shift gearbox
Price: $58,790 (RRP)
Rating: 7 out of 10
The overall package of the R32 makes it substantially cheaper than other sports cars in its range, while it still delivers as much driving fun.
Make/ Model: Holden Commodore VE Omega
Transmission: 4 speed automatic
Price: $36,790 (RRP)
Rating: 6 out of 10
The Holden Commodore VE Omega has had a disappointing fall from grace over the past 2 years with the newer models being easily outdone by its rivals in the large car category, the Toyota Aurion and the Mitsubishi [...]
Make/ Model: Kia Rio LX
Transmission: 5 speed manual
Price: $14,990 (RRP)
Rating: 6 out of 10
The latest models to be released from Korean-based manufacturer, Kia tend to display an increasing trend towards better vehicle design and improved engineering. The Kia Rio LX is another example of how the brand is building a name for [...]
Make/ Model: Lexus RX350 Sports
Transmission: 5 speed automatic
Price: $77,631 (RRP)
Rating: 7 out of 10
If a luxury 4WD is what you’re after, the Lexus RX350 Sports is good value, especially now while its in run-out. Its combination of quality, refinement and value for money means its rivals have difficulty measuring up to this [...]
Make/ Model: Audi TT-S TFSI Quattro
Transmission: 6 speed direct shift gearbox
Price: $96,500 (RRP)
Rating: 8 out of 10
If there were ever a consummate all-rounding vehicle, the Audi TT-S TFSI Quattro is definitely up there. It has outstanding fuel consumption and a near-perfect rating when it comes to safety, security, depreciation and braking.
Make/ Model: Nissan Maxima ST-L
Transmission: continuously variable transmission
Price: $34,990 (RRP)
Rating: 6 out of 10
Even though there’s a new Nissan Maxima coming out shortly, you can still cash in on the current generation while the price is right. And for the grand price of $34,990, the Nissan Maxima ST-L is pretty much a [...]
Make/ Model: Honda VTI Civic
Transmission: 5 speed manual
Price: $21,790 (RRP)
Rating: 7 out of 10
Although older Honda Civic models had many shortcomings such as a low safety rating and a lack of standard features, the newer Honda VTI Civic seems to have corrected these issues.
Make/ Model: Toyota Yaris YRS
Transmission: 5 speed manual
Price: $16,990 (RRP)
Rating: 6 out of 10
Ever since the Toyota Yaris replaced the Echo as Toyota’s best small car package, it has been a huge hit. By combining good looks and a spacious design with Toyota’s ability to deliver value for money, the Yaris is [...]
Make/ Model: Mazda 6 Classic
Transmission: 5 speed automatic
Price: $31,990 (RRP)
Rating: 7 out of 10
The second generation of the already popular Mazda 6 boasts significant gains in the safety rating thanks to the inclusion of new standard safety features across the entire 6 range. This includes dual side, front and rear curtain airbags.
Make/ Model: Ford Focus XR5 Turbo
Transmission: 6 speed manual
Price: $36,990 (RRP)
Rating: 6 out of 10
Ford’s UK-based team have transformed the latest Focus from an average vehicle to an impressive, slick hatch. Apart from looking snazzy, the Ford Focus XR5 Turbo boasts a Volvo 2.5-litre five-cylinder engine and a superb handling package with smooth [...]