Named Rubicon after the famous trail  which is a 22-mile-long route, part road and part 4×4 trail, located in the Sierra Nevada of the western United States, due west of Lake Tahoe.

The Rubicon is perhaps the most capable standard 4WD available.

Standard features include:

• Rock-Trac® Active On-Demand 4×4 System
• Front and rear diff locks.
• 252mm of ground clearance
• Electronic Front sway bars disconnect.
• Heavy duty Dana front and rear axles
• Outstanding approach, rampover and departure angles

The biggest criticism in the past with Jeeps is that while they are awesome off road, they were only just ok on road. That’s also improved. With levels of comfort and luxury more like a large SUV and better ride and handling, they make travelling to your favourite 4WD track pleasurable.

Another recent improvement is the engine, now a 2.0L turbo petrol engine with plenty of performance and a lot better fuel economy.

In a word that is becoming sanitised, homogenised, and electrified, The Jeep Wrangler Rubicon will always have a place in my garage.

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Readers can find all the specifications HERE.

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Some other Wrangler Reviews

• Jeep Wrangler Overland 4WD built for adventure and fun
• Jeep Wrangler Overland 4WD driven for 2025
• Best of 2023 – Jeep Wrangler Rubicon review
• Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4WD  2023 Review
• We drive the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4WD 2023
• Jeep Wave – Jeep Wrangler driver culture

Jeep  Wrangler Rubicon – Buyers could also look at:

This is a popular, yet small segment with strong competition. Some of the better choices are: 

• INEOS Grenadier
• Land Rover Defender
• Toyota Prado Altitude
• Toyota LandCruiser 70 series Wagon
• GWM Tank 300

Other more conservative alternatives include:

• Isuzu MU-X X-Terrain
• Ford Everest Tremor
• Nissan Patrol Warrior (Y62 model)

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In Matira Blue, Genesis Electrified G80 is  genuinely elegant. No awkward angles, no shouting for attention. Just a big, quietly confident luxury sedan that looks like it costs what it costs.

But the back seat is the real story. Nappa leather, heating and ventilation, room to stretch out. And here’s the party trick: Chauffeur mode. Tap it, and the car softens everything for whoever’s sitting behind you. I hadn’t seen that on a car before.

Not that it’s soft up front. 272 kilowatts, 700 newton-metres, zero to 100 in 4.9 seconds. An 87 kilowatt-hour battery, around 520 kilometres of range, and 800-volt architecture for quick top-ups when you need them.

A 27-inch OLED display. Seventeen speakers of Bang and Olufsen. Five-year warranty, eight on the battery, five years of servicing on the house.

From around $155,000 before on-roads. Not cheap. But if you’re the one being driven around in it, you already knew that.

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Readers can see the full specifications Genesis Electrified G80 Sedan HERE 

A full review of the Genesis Electrified G80 can be found HERE

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Genesis Electrified G80 – Buyers could also look at:

Buyers of the Genesis Electrified G80 are in unusual territory. The number of sedans is reducing with many crossover style vehicles moving into the space.

Potential choices could be.

• Audi A7
• Audi E-TRON GT
• BMW I5
• Lexus LS 500h
• Mercedes Benz EQS 450
• IM6
• Deepal E07 AWD

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Im a big fan of the Peugeot 5008.

The model I drove is the GT Hybrid Premium which has a current price of $69,990 driveaway.

For what you get that’s actually really good value.

This includes:

• An elegantly designed European SUV
• Premium interior ambience
• Comfortable heated and cooled front seats with awesome multipoint massage function.
• Heated outer rear seats.
• 21 inch digital display
• Wireless smart phone connectivity and charging
• Panoramic opening sunroof
• A fuel efficient 1.5 litre petrol hybrid engine
• Outstanding fuel economy and over 1,000km range
• Seven seat capacity but it works better as a five seat SUV.
• Flexible seating allowing for maximum cargo capacity.
• Handsfree electronic tailgate opening

Driving the Peugeot 5008 is so smooth around town. Its like riding on a cushion of air. That is also helpful keeping bub asleep in the back.

As I’ve said many times just because you are a mum, it doesn’t mean that you cant be stylish. And the Peugeot 5008 GT Hybrid has style in abundance.

Overall, the 5008 GT is Mum life upgraded.

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Peugeot 5008 GT Hybrid brochure can be found HERE 

Readers can find more details about the 5008 GT Premium Hybrid – HERE

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Previous Peugeot 5008 GT Hybrid reviews

• Peugeot 5008 GT Premium Hybrid baby duties week 1
• Baby duties – Peugeot 5008 GT Premium Hybrid Baby duites week 2
• Peugeot 5008 GT Premium Hybrid Baby duites week 3
• Peugeot 5008 GT Premium Hybrid driven for 2026

Peugeot 5008 GT Premium Hybrid – Buyers could also look at:

Buyers of the  5008 GT Premium Hybrid could also look at the following:

• Kia Sorento, 
• Hyundai Santa Fe,
• Toyota Kluger Hybrid
• Mazda CX-80, 
• Genesis GV70,
• Audi Q5 PHEV

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In dark grey, it means business: that wide Singleframe grille, 20-inch Audi Sport wheels, red brake calipers, and a full-width light bar stretched across a low, fastback tail.

Inside, it’s every bit the Audi. An 11.9-inch Virtual Cockpit, a 14.5-inch touchscreen angled to the driver, ambient lighting through the doors, and a lit door release that greets you every time you reach for the handle.

Now the numbers. 270 kilowatts, 500 newton-metres, zero to 100 in 5.1 seconds. The 25.9 kilowatt-hour battery gives up to 97 kilometres on electric, with quattro all-wheel drive putting it all down.

But here’s the thing. Around town, it’s a hushed electric commuter. Drop it into Sport, and it wakes up: planted, sharp, and genuinely quick.

Five-year unlimited warranty. Eight years on the battery. And priced the same as the petrol A5, from $89,900 before on-roads.

The Audi A5 e-hybrid. Quiet when you want it, quick when you don’t, and priced like it has nothing to prove.

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Readers can see the full specifications Audi A5 e-hybrid HERE 

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Audi A5 e-hybrid – Buyers could also look at:

Buyers of the Audi A5 e-hybrid are in unusual territory. The number of sedans is reducing with many crossover style vehicles moving into the space.

Potential choices could be

• Toyota Camry SL Hybrid, 
• Peugeot 408 GT Hybrid, 
• Genesis G70, 
• Lexus ES, 
• Alfa Romeo Giulia,

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While contemporary styling details and premium interior finishes create a more refined driving experience.

Power comes from a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine paired with a high-output electric motor and a large lithium-ion battery. Together, the system produces substantially more power and torque than the conventional petrol model, delivering strong acceleration both on and off the road.

The electric motor provides instant torque from standstill, making the Tank 300 responsive in urban driving while also offering smooth, controlled power delivery over rough terrain. Drivers can also complete shorter daily trips using electric power alone, with a NEDC claimed range of up to 115km.

The Tank 300 PHEV retains the off-road hardware that has made the model popular with Australian buyers. It features a ladder-frame chassis, a full-time four-wheel-drive system with low-range gearing, front and rear differential locks, multiple terrain modes, hill descent control and generous ground clearance.

These features enable it to confidently tackle steep climbs, rocky tracks, deep ruts and sandy conditions while maintaining traction in challenging environments.

By combining genuine off-road credentials with plug-in hybrid efficiency, the GWM Tank 300 PHEV offers buyers a versatile SUV capable of handling weekday commuting and demanding weekend adventures with equal confidence.

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Readers can find all the specifications HERE.

Readers can find more details about the Tank 300 PHEV  – HERE.

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Tank 300 PHEV – Buyers could also look at:

The Tank 300 PHEV   is an unusual vehicle. There aren’t many smaller true, dual range 4WD vehicles available. Some possible alternatives include:

• Suzuki Jimny Rhino 
• Jeep Wrangler
• Denza B5
• Subaru Forester Hybrid

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There’s plenty of room in the back for a child seat, and the boot space is big enough for prams, shopping and all the extra gear that comes with family life.

The tech is impressive and easy to use, but there are a couple of things I’d need to get used to.

The keyless entry system, where you tap the mirror to lock and unlock the car, can be a little awkward when you’re carrying a child, a bag and trying to get everyone organised.

And charging definitely takes more planning than a quick stop at the servo.

However, the C10 will go around 400km on a charge, so that’s probably enough for most people for a week.

One major issue for me though is that there is no Apple CarPlay or Android Auto connectivity. I use that everyday as its convenient and safe. It feels like a big step backwards without having it and that means a big no from me.

So, while I’m starting to see the appeal of EVs for families, I’m still not completely convinced they’re the right fit for everyone.

Maybe I just need more time with one.

What do you think—could you make the switch?”*

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Readers can find all the specifications HERE.

Readers can find more details about the LeapMotor C10 – HERE.

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Some other LeapMotor C10 Motoring Minute segments

• LeapMotor C10 REEV driven for 2026 review.
• 2025 Leapmotor C10 driven for 2025
• Leapmotors C10 Design driven for 2025.

LeapMotor C10 – Buyers could also look at:

Buyers caoul look at a wide range of alternatives such as:

• Xpeng G6
• Kia EV5, 
• Suzuki e-Vitara, 
• Subaru Solterra, 
• DEEPAL S07
• Cupra Tavascan
• Peugeot e-2008
• Kia EV5
• Hyundai IONIC 5
• LEAPMOTOR C10
• VW ID4
• IM5
• Toyota BZ4X
• BYD Sealion 7

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But step inside, and that’s where the money went. Twin 12.3-inch screens, a head-up display, Harman/Kardon sound, and front seats that heat, cool, and massage. There’s even a cooled box in the back — a genuine little fridge for your drinks.

Underneath sits an 88-kilowatt-hour battery driving all four wheels. That’s 230 kilowatts, 480 newton-metres, and zero to 100 in around 6.3 seconds, with a claimed 470 kilometres of range.

And on the road, it glides. The all-wheel drive adds real grip, yet the ride stays comfortable, even on those big wheels. Smooth, settled, effortless.

Five-star ANCAP. Seven-year warranty. 513-litre boot. From around $76,000 drive-away.

The Kia EV5 GT-Line. The EV5 you’ll enjoy the most, even if it’s not the one that travels the furthest.

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Readers can find all the specifications of the Kia EV5 HERE.

You can find the full Kia EV5 GT-Line review  HERE 

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Kia EV5 GT-Line  – Buyers could also look at:

Mis sized EV SUVs are becoming more available. Buyers  could look at :

• Subaru Solterra
• DEEPAL S07
• Peugeot e-2008
• Nissan Aryia
• Hyundai IONIC 5
• LEAPMOTOR C10
• VW ID4
• IM5
• Toyota BZ4X
• BYD Sealion 7

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Mazda CX-80 comes in a choice of three models. The Pure, Touring, GT and Azami.

On top of that there are two option packs.

Each model comes with a choice of a 3.3 litre straight six petrol or diesel engine that has mild hybrid technology. There is a PHEV version available as well.

I’ve driven both and they have plenty of performance. The diesel is more economical and perhaps better suited for those that take longer drives. I found myself thinking that a full hybrid especially in petrol form would be better for urban driving.

All come with the same 8 speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive for when roads get wet or slippery.

Buyers of the entry level Pure  model won’t be disappointed as they come well equipped.

Being a narrower SUV than the CX-90 it is a little tight if you try to fit two adults and a baby seat in the middle row seats.

But for a family of four with even two baby seats its ideal.

Pricing for the CX-80 ranges from $62,700 through to around $87,950 dollars plus the usual costs.

Overall, the Mazda CX-80 is a safe and comfortable SUV that provides a level of comfort for new mums. Mazda CX-80 is mum and bub approved.

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Readers can find more details about the CX-80 Azami SP  – HERE

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Mazda CX-80 Azami – Buyers could also look at:

Buyers could also look at a wide selection including: 

• Toyota Kluger,
• Nissan Pathfinder,
• Genesis GV80,
• Hyundai Palisade,
• Lexus RX,
• KGM Rexton,
• GWM Tank 500 Hybrid,
• Peugeot 5008 GT Hybrid,
• BYD Sealion 8 Hybrid    

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Under the bonnet? A 1.5-litre turbo-petrol hybrid. 179 kilowatts, 530 newton-metres, and just 5.7 litres per hundred k — that’s over a thousand kilometres of touring range.

But here’s the thing. It drives like a cruiser. Punchy off the line with the electric motor doing the work, quiet, composed, and brilliant at soaking up our Australian roads.

Five-star safety. A seven-year warranty. And it undercuts the Qashqai and the RAV4 on price. From around $46,990 drive-away.

The GWM Haval H7. It dares to look different, and it’s got the substance to back it up.

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Readers can find a detailed review of the  Haval H7– HERE

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Haval H7– Buyers could also look at:

Mid-sized hybrid SUVs are very popular. Buyers of the Haval H7 could look at :

• Subaru Forester Hybrid
• Honda CRV, 
• Nissan X-Trail, 
• Toyota RAV 4
• Hyundai Tucson, 
• Kia Sportage, 
• Mazda CX-5, 
• Peugeot 3008, 
• BYD Sealion 6

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