The August 2025 issue of NZ Autocar is now on sale
The August 2025 issue of NZ Autocar is now on sale. Find out what automotive treats are in store for you below. There’s plenty on offer from hybrid SUVs, plug-in utes, affordable compact SUVs, rampaging V8-powered luxury rides and a couple of electrics as well.
Volkswagen ID.Buzz GTX
Volkswagen has reimagined its Kombi for the new age. The ID Buzz is quite the looker, and just as versatile as the original too. But is the premium pricing a deal breaker?
BYD Shark 6 vs GWM Cannon Alpha LUX PHEV
Mud plugging is more synonymous with utes than plugging in but the times they are a changing. You can now get plug-in hybrid double cabs with decent electric ranges, a new example being GWM’s Cannon Alpha PHEV. Is it good enough to upset BYD’s Shark 6?
Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray
This electrified Corvette gets gone like a bullet from a gun. Is it the best version of the C8 you can buy in New Zealand?
RAV4 vs Sportage vs H6
Kiwi families go gangbusters on medium SUVs. Here we compare RAV4, Sportage and H6, all hybrids. One is a best seller, the others recent updates. Which rules the roost?
Chery Tiggo 4 Urban
Chery had a go at selling cars here a decade ago. That episode is best forgotten but the new line-up is more promising. The Tiggo 4 leads the way on value but does it have genuine appeal?
MG ZS Essence Turbo
MG adds some momentum to its new ZS range with the Turbo. How does this one fit into the mix?
Mercedes-AMG SL 63 4MATIC+
The SL kicked off the sports car thing for Mercedes in style. Now an AMG, the SL is no longer ‘super light’ but is certainly a stylish, swift and sumptuous GT.
Tesla Model Y RWD
A new look and even more minimalist interior along with extra power and range have sent EV enthusiasts on a Model Y bender.
Rolls-Royce Bespoke
Some customers wait years for their new Rolls Royce after ordering. We look into the process of bespoke personalisation.
Matchbox
A new concept in vehicle storage has opened in New Zealand. We take a look to see what makes it different.
Aston Martin DBX 707 AMR24
It’s one of the fastest SUVs out there, and it’s been upgraded. So what’s new?
Cupra Terramar V
This is the entry-level variant of the new SUV from Cupra. Is it good value or should you spend up for the stroppier models?
Mercedes-AMG E 53 4MATIC+
Another hybrid from Affalterbach, this one with an electrified six. It’s fast but does it warrant the AMG badge?
Hyundai Tucson Hybrid N-Line Limited
The Tucson line-up has been refreshed, most variants now running a hybrid set-up. We check out the top spec N-Line Limited.
MG HS Essence
Another long term report of our reigning Value COTY. .
Bugatti Type 57S Atlantic Coupe
Here we tell the tale of a mammoth undertaking to recreate a famous lost Bugatti.
CF Moto 675 NK
CFMOTO has built its first in-line three-cylinder engine, and stuffed it into this tasty streetfighin’ middleweight. Meet the ornery 675NK.
