The October 2026 issue of NZ Autocar is now on sale
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First Drives
Geely EX2
Arrives to shake up the small EV market.
Arcfox T1
Arcfox is another new manufacturer in Aotearoa, we drive the T1.
BYD Racco 300 Premium
We travel to Yokohama to find out whether BYD should sell its first kei car outside Japan.
Reviews
Porsche Cayenne Electric
The Cayenne has gone electric, with a new model launching as an alternative to the ICE-powered versions that remain on sale. Should Cayenne stalwarts consider this pistonless wagon?
Volvo EX90 Twin Motor Performance vs XC90 T8 Ultra
Volvo has two electrified seven-seat SUVs in its local line-up at much the same price. So should you choose the battery-electric EX90 or stick with the plug-in hybrid XC90 T8?
Subaru Outback Wilderness Apex
The Outback now comes in two flavours, this being the more rugged Wilderness version. Does it justify the extra spend over the regular model?
Bentley Bentayga Speed
The latest Bentayga Speed is more powerful and dynamic than ever. Is it the best option in the Bentley SUV range?
XPeng X9 AWD Performance
The arrival of the XPeng X9 brings genuine choice to the luxury electric MPV market. So how does it stack up?
Audi A6 quattro Avant TFSI
The station wagon has become a rare sight in our market. But a few remain, including the new Audi A6 Avant. Is it worth a look?
Ram 1500 Express Black Edition vs Ford Ranger Wolftrak
The double cab comes in many shapes and sizes. Ranger is not a small vehicle but it looks dinky next to a full-size pick-up like the Ram 1500. So what are the pros and cons of going XL?
Toyota RAV4 GX
The Toyota RAV4 GX is the model that you probably wouldn’t choose; rather, it’s the one people end up getting as a work car. Or a rental. And that means plenty are sold, with many ending up on the used market in a few years’ time.
GWM Haval H6 HEV 2WD Ultra
If you’re after a medium SUV, a hybrid should probably be on the shopping list. Petrol prices remain stubbornly high and, while they’re always quick to rise, they take their sweet time coming back down. GWM’s Haval H6 range offers self-charging and plug-in hybrids, with front- or all-wheel drive.
BSA Bantam 350
The name might not be familiar to some, but BSA is back and the Bantam is a throwback to motorcycling’s past, when things were simple and cheap.
2014-2018 BMW M3 – ReView
The F80 M3 arrived with a lot to prove. It replaced the E90’s screaming 4.0-litre V8 with a 3.0-litre twin-turbo six, and plenty of people decided in advance they would hate it.
Features
The big ute buyers’ guide
There has never been more choice in New Zealand’s ute market, although buying the right one hasn’t become any easier.
Zeekr 7GT driven on track and ice
Zeekr has confirmed all three versions of its 7GT shooting brake for New Zealand and let us loose in one at Highlands Motorsport Park. So is it the wagon to have?
GR rebrands in NZ
The GR brand is growing, becoming a more distinct entity within the Toyota world. We sample the range on track and welcome its latest racer.
The Lotus Elise turns 30
Thirty years after the Lotus Elise entered production, its formula remains as fascinating as ever. We trace the life of the lightweight roadster from the radical Series One through to its final evolution.
1931 Ford Model A
The Model A helped bring the Ford Motor Company up to date, replacing the Model T as its main offering. Despite being close to 100 years old, many are still going strong.
