Nissan's new-generation GT-R (no "Skyline" this time) Porsche-pursuer will be revealed at the 2007 Tokyo motor show. Expect a 380kW twin-turbo V6, mated to a close-ratio seven-speed sequential gearbox and all-wheel drive - tech that could push price past $150,000 when it lands in Oz by late 2008.> full story
The first M3 sedan is likely to arrive in Australia by December 2008. Powered by the same 309kW 4.0-litre V8 as its coupe and cabriolet stablemates, the four-door M3 will compete head on with the likes of Mercedes-Benz's bruising new C63 AMG sedan and the Lexus IS-F sedan due here in October.> full story
BMW Australia will soon widen the appeal of its new M3 coupe with the addition of the M3 convertible. Likely to carry a traditional price premium ($16,000 in E46 guise) over the new M3 coupe, it will come with the same 309kW 4.0-litre V8, mated to six-speed manual or M-DCT auto transmissions.> full story
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Subaru will launch its all-new three-box four-door Impreza sedan late 2008. It will be powered by the same naturally aspirated 120kW 2.0-litre boxer engine as for the base hatchback variants, and a 2.5-litre 165kW turbocharged four-cylinder boxer unit for the WRX variant.> Full Story
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Hyundai's new Elantra small/medium car range will grow further when a five-door wagon becomes the third bodystyle in the range in late 2008. Expect the Corolla and Lancer wagon rival to offer standard stability control, sharp pricing and crisp styling. It could be dubbed the i30 CW here, as in Europe.> Full Story
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Citroen’s first SUV, the C-Crosser, is essentially a Mitsubishi Outlander with a Citroen face and HDi diesel engine. It's earmarked for a debut in Australia by late 2008, powered by Mitsubishi’s 125kW 2.4-litre petrol four mated to a CVT gearbox or a 162kW 3.0-litre V6 with a six-speed auto.> Full Story
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Lexus is expected to launch its upgraded IS250 range locally in the last quarter of 2008. With minor cosmetic changes to the front and rear fascia’s, ie headlamp, grille, and bumper areas. Mechanical upgrades to its 2.5 litre engine will be minimal.Full Story
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Cadillac's new CTS is GM's second attempt at a BMW 5 Series rival. The large rear-drive sedan carries angular design themes and has a 223kW/366Nm direct-injection 3.6-litre V6, plus six-speed auto and manual transmissions. Expect the CTS to headline Cadillac's Australian introduction by late 2008. Full story
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BMW makes sports cars, right? Well, of course, although its sprightly SUVs stretch that truth a little too much for real brand loyalists these days. Thankfully, then, there is the 135i Sport Coupe, here now to woo you with its striking style, wonderful twin-turbo in-line petrol six, outstanding safety and superb dynamics. In fact, the 1 Series coupe is a better all-round bet than the fab but flawed hatch. But the real beauty of this car is that it reconnects with BMW’s brilliant coupe heritage, making it one of the most enjoyable and accessible cars to come from the Bavarian marque in years. Full Story
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