2014 Holden Trax Review: LS, LTZ

Watch our video review of the Holden Trax. With their high driving positions and compact dimensions, mini-SUVs have taken off in Australia. The Holden Trax was the first baby crossover to launch, in 2013.

The phenomenon of a front-wheel-drive car switching to rear-wheel drive has been a rare occurrence over the past 60 years – starting with the FWD Triumph You wouldn’t know from looking at it but this Atto 3’s mildly updated appearance hides a dramatic uplift in electric architecture, chassis capability, performance, range and value

Despite its conservative styling and its image as yet another cookie-cutter Chinese EV, the BYD Atto 2 has so far impressed us in review with its painless BYD continues its quest to become the Chinese Toyota by launching Australia’s cheapest plug-in hybrid – the Atto 2 DM-i, offering 90km of electric-only range for under $30K.

Smallest Leapmotor yet promises clever interior space, decent electric range, and a headline-in-the-making price tag. But there’s a catch

If you’re pining for a 30-grand new car crammed with gadgets, best look away now – the facelifted 2026 Kia Stonic S base model is an engineering-led, Neatly sized, impressively packaged and with turbo performance bolstering admirable dynamic talent, the base Stonic proves there’s joy in simple pleasures.

If you want an electric vehicle but aren’t too keen on testing the reliability waters with an unknown (and as-yet unproven) brand in Australian If you want a regular car from a well-known brand that is available with an electric powertrain, then the Kona Electric makes logical sense, though it’s far from cutting edge.

There are some real oddities in the new-car market. It’s well established that mid-size family SUVs do well, as it is true that affordable small cars have Plucky 4WD gets more safety and equipment but does that make it a more compelling buy at new-found price?

When you’re chasing that new car smell at the fiscal depths of the market, perhaps the key question isn’t simply to ask ‘what’s mediocre?’, but to ask how With smart looks and sharp pricing, this cousin to the popular Chery Tiggo 4 has us asking: what are the catches? Turns out that there are plenty

Haven’t we seen this car before? Don’t let your eyes deceive you, this is not the GWM ‘Ora’ hatch, from GWM’s sub-brand of the same name, this is an After winning hearts in 4x4 world with a series of tough trucks, GWM looks to dominate the EV space with a nature-inspired small SUV with a great price.

When the first-generation Seltos launched in late 2019 it neatly filled a gap in Kia’s Australian line-up. Smaller than the Sportage and above Kia’s small Second-generation small SUV grows in size and goes all hybrid, though the all-new model doesn't fall far from the familiar Seltos tree.

Many of us have made precious memories in cheap and cheerful cars offered in days gone by. Fun, simple, carefree hatchbacks are part of the formative Relatively cheap and cheerful Chinese EVs have revitalised Australia’s small car segment…with various degrees of compromise. How’s the Geely EX2 shaping up?

“New” is an interpretive label, particularly when officially applied to 2026’s ‘New’ Vitara Hybrid – or Vitara Turbo Hybrid, depending on your Suzuki A power drop and a price hike complement the debut of hybrid drive in the now 11-year-young Vitara

When testing a new car, one aim is to unearth an “Ah, now I get it,” feeling. The epiphany. When the vehicle’s in its correct environment and doing as its Audi Australia’s best-seller Q3 small SUV lands in third-generation guise, but can the entry-level 110kW shine on Aussie turf?

Chery Tiggo 4 rival looks good on paper but the funky crossover is let down by powertrain woes and patchy execution.

The Jeep brand marks its 85th year in 2026. Yet a history founded on the rugged minimalism of a military tool has slowly but surely pivoted towards the Small SUV lineup is more electrified than ever for its third-generation. But does have enough 'right stuff' to rekindle Jeep's fortunes locally?

Toyota Australia appears to be on an increasingly good footing with its compact Yaris Cross crossover, launched back in 2020 in tandem with its hatch Toyota’s compact hybrid crossover remains a popular choice six years on, but it’s starting to feel its age in driveability, tech and execution.

In a bid to turn around crashing sales, Holden will embark on a strong SUV range push, led by the seven-seat Acadia, Commodore Tourer and Equinox models.

Holden has launched the seven-seat 2019 Acadia in Australia. A replacement for the 12-year old Captiva, the Acadia is made in the United States.

Holden believe that petrol-engined fast utes are not realistic at the current time, hinting that the Colorado will remain diesel only for the foreseeable future.

Holden are interested in building Colorado volume in a healthy way, program manager Andre Scott has told Chasing Cars. The strategy will include further special editions.

Increasingly expensive tastes in utes means the Holden are considering a Colorado LTZ-V as a luxury flagship – but there are a few hurdles in the way.

Holden has added a third drivetrain option to its Equinox medium SUV, with the 2018 Holden Equinox diesel now on sale in Australia. Priced $3,000 above its petrol equivalents, the Equinox diesel is only offered from LS+ spec and above, which means a high standard of equipment - including AEB standard.

Pricing for the crucial new 2018 Holden Commodore has been announced ahead of the car's local arrival into showrooms in February 2018, from $33,690 +ORC.

The 2018 Holden Equinox, the brand's part-replacement for the ageing Captiva, will finally launch in Australia in December with a wide range to choose from.

The limited edition Holden Colorado Storm, based on the Colorado LTZ, is now on sale in Australia, with a claimed $3,000 in added equipment.

The third and final bodystyle of the Holden Astra range, the Astra Sportwagon, will launch in Australia in October priced from a sharp $25,740.

The covers are finally off the 2018 Holden Commodore VXR, which replaces the VF Commodore SS. The NG VXR uses a 3.6-litre V6 and all-wheel-drive.

The 2017 Holden Astra sedan will finally launch in Australia six months after its hatchback sibling, boasting low running costs and high equipment levels.

The Holden Commodore Tourer, a high-riding wagon based on the Commodore wagon and inspired by the Subaru Outback, has been revealed ahead of a 2018 launch.

The 2017 Geneva Motor Show is due to premiere significant new European cars. Here are our top ten cars and details on when they'll come to Australia.

A significant number of important new cars will debut at the 2016 Los Angeles Motor Show this November. Here's your preview of the best 12!

This September, Chasing Cars will be on the ground at the 2016 Paris Motor Show. In the mean time, here's your Paris Briefing on what new cars to expect.