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William Stopford
The best family cars under $80,000... that aren't SUVs
Sure, some families need an SUV. But for a lot of new-car buyers, there are plenty of suitable alternatives. Here are just a few.
4 Days Ago
All Cupra Leon News
William Stopford
Cupra launches Australia's hottest small plug-in hybrid wagon
The spicy Spanish Cupra Leon VZe Sportstourer has just gotten even spicier, with a new option package adding racy seats, performance brakes and other upgrades.
1 Month Ago
William Stopford
The cars Australians should buy in 2026
Before you buy that top-seller that everyone on your block already drives, check out these unfairly overlooked vehicles.
3 Months Ago
James Wong
2026 Cupra Leon Ve: PHEV hatch marching in with more range, less grunt
Spanish brand Cupra is plugging in with a second Leon PHEV hatch, confirming the 150kW Ve with over 120km of EV driving range for March 2026.
5 Months Ago
James Wong
Cupra Australia confirms most powerful Leon for mid-2026
Wagon lovers rejoice! Cupra will bring a high-performance Leon Sportstourer to Australia next year, boasting 245kW and all-wheel drive.
5 Months Ago
James Wong
Cupra Leon deal: Run-out warm hatch now cheaper than a base Corolla
MY24 versions of the Cupra Leon V are being run out for $35,990 drive-away, including a normally optional sunroof and leather.
5 Months Ago
James Wong
New Cupra Tribe Editions go green with sustainable design
Bio-based paints and recycled 3D-knit upholsteries headline Cupra's new Tribe Editions, based on the Formentor, Leon and Terramar.
6 Months Ago
William Stopford
2026 Cupra Leon price and specs: Facelifted small car gets new wagon, hybrid options
The facelifted Cupra Leon is coming to Australia with new mild-hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains, plus a choice of hatch and wagon body styles, priced from $46,990 before on-roads.
7 Months Ago
James Wong
Cupra Leon deals: Spanish warm hatch cheaper than a base VW Golf
Run-out deals for the Cupra Leon Hatch and Formentor crossover see thousands slashed off drive-away pricing until September 30.
8 Months Ago
James Wong
Cupra Leon Sportstourer PHEV here in October with 120km EV range
Cupra Australia will launch the Leon Sportstourer wagon later this year. A 200kW PHEV will come first, followed by a 245kW AWD hero in 2026.
8 Months Ago
James Wong
2026 Cupra Leon Hatch due in October with mild-hybrid, long-range PHEV to follow
Spain's renewed take on the VW Golf will offer both mild-hybrid and plug-in hybrid tech when it arrives Down Under later this year.
8 Months Ago
Max Davies
Which FBT-exempt PHEV should you buy in 2025?
You'll have to act quick if you want to save on a PHEV before FBT exemptions end – these are the cars the CarExpert team would choose.
1 Year Ago
Max Davies
The 10 cheapest PHEVs in Australia
Looking to snag a plug-in hybrid vehicle before the Fringe Benefits Tax exemption ends? These are your 10 cheapest options.
1 Year Ago
Josh Nevett
Which small car should you buy in 2025?
Compact passenger cars are still a fun and frugal way to get around town. Here are our top picks of the small car segments in 2025.
1 Year Ago
William Stopford
The cars Australians should buy more of in 2025
Looking for a new car in 2025? You could buy an extremely popular Toyota or Mazda, or you could look at some of these excellent but more niche alternatives.
1 Year Ago
CarExpert
The new models the CarExpert team are most excited about in 2025
There's always something to be excited about in the automotive world. Here are the new cars we can't wait to drive in 2025.
1 Year Ago
