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2026 Volvo XC60 B5 Ultra Review, the calm one in a noisy segmentLuxury5:10

2026 Volvo XC60 B5 Ultra Review, the calm one in a noisy segment

The XC60 has been the quiet best-seller of the premium mid-size SUV segment for years. Simone explains why the B5 Ultra is still the one to pick if you want the Volvo, not the Tesla.

Simone·31 Jan 2026·Volvo
2025 Genesis GV70 Luxury SUV Review - the German price tag, without the GermanLuxury7:21

2025 Genesis GV70 Luxury SUV Review - the German price tag, without the German

Genesis is making the German luxury brands work harder - and the GV70 is a big part of why. Amelia takes the 2.5T Sport through a week of suburban Sydney.

Amelia·21 Sept 2025·Genesis
2023 Genesis Electrified GV70 Review, luxury EV with quiet credibilityEVs7:26

2023 Genesis Electrified GV70 Review, luxury EV with quiet credibility

Hyundai-group running gear, Genesis cabin and the kind of refinement most of the German rivals lost when they went electric. Simone tests the Electrified GV70.

Simone·23 July 2023·Genesis
2023 Mercedes EQB 350 Review, the seven-seat electric MercedesEVs7:44

2023 Mercedes EQB 350 Review, the seven-seat electric Mercedes

Compact luxury EV with seven seats and 4MATIC AWD. Simone tests the EQB 350 to see if Mercedes has built the family electric SUV the segment is missing.

Simone·21 June 2023·Mercedes-Benz
2023 Volvo C40 Recharge Twin Motor Ultimate Review, the coupe EV from SwedenEVs7:13

2023 Volvo C40 Recharge Twin Motor Ultimate Review, the coupe EV from Sweden

Twin-motor AWD, coupe roofline, Volvo's aggressive EV strategy in physical form. Simone tests the C40 Recharge Ultimate.

Simone·27 Jan 2023·Volvo
2023 Genesis Electrified G80 Review, the luxury EV sedanEVs8:00

2023 Genesis Electrified G80 Review, the luxury EV sedan

Petrol G80 converted to electric without the EV-only styling. Quiet, properly luxurious, and a left-field choice over the equivalent BMW or Mercedes.

CarTell.tv·25 Nov 2022·Genesis
2023 Genesis GV60 AWD Performance Review, the boutique electric SUVEVs12:20

2023 Genesis GV60 AWD Performance Review, the boutique electric SUV

Same E-GMP platform as the IONIQ 5 and EV6, but treated like a piece of jewellery inside. Jenny tests the AWD Performance.

Jenny·9 Nov 2022·Genesis
2022 Volvo XC40 Recharge Review, the small electric VolvoEVs10:12

2022 Volvo XC40 Recharge Review, the small electric Volvo

Volvo's first all-electric SUV, properly sorted in twin-motor trim. Jenny tests the XC40 Recharge.

Jenny·26 Feb 2022·Volvo
2022 Genesis GV70 Full Walk Around | AustraliaLuxury

2022 Genesis GV70 Full Walk Around | Australia

Korea's answer to the German luxury SUV. Amelia does a full walk around the 2022 Genesis GV70 to examine what the badge and the budget actually deliver in Australia.

Amelia·22 Feb 2022·Genesis
2022 Jaguar F-Pace R-Dynamic P400 HSE Review, the inline-six SUV4WD & SUV9:06

2022 Jaguar F-Pace R-Dynamic P400 HSE Review, the inline-six SUV

Inline-six petrol with mild-hybrid assist, properly luxurious cabin, and Jaguar styling. Amelia tests the F-Pace P400.

Amelia·8 Feb 2022·Jaguar
2022 Genesis G70 First Look | AustraliaLuxury

2022 Genesis G70 First Look | Australia

Korea's sports sedan gets a closer look in its refreshed form. Simone takes a first look at the 2022 Genesis G70 and whether it needs a German badge to make sense as a driver's car.

Simone·25 Jan 2022·Genesis
2022 Genesis GV70 V6 Twin-Turbo Sport Review, the petrol luxury SUV4WD & SUV10:12

2022 Genesis GV70 V6 Twin-Turbo Sport Review, the petrol luxury SUV

3.5 L twin-turbo V6, AWD, full luxury pack. Jenny tests the petrol Genesis GV70 Sport.

Jenny·14 Oct 2021·Genesis
2021 Mercedes EQA 250 Review, the entry electric Mercedes SUVEVs9:21

2021 Mercedes EQA 250 Review, the entry electric Mercedes SUV

Subcompact electric SUV from Mercedes. Amelia tests the entry-point EQ model in Australia.

Amelia·8 Oct 2021·Mercedes-Benz
2021 Jaguar E-Pace P250 R-Dynamic S Review, the small luxury SUV refresh4WD & SUV9:59

2021 Jaguar E-Pace P250 R-Dynamic S Review, the small luxury SUV refresh

Mid-cycle facelift, more modern cabin, entry P250 spec. Jenny tests the small Jaguar.

Jenny·22 Aug 2021·Jaguar
2022 Genesis G70 Sport Review, the smallest luxury Genesis sedanHot Hatches10:36

2022 Genesis G70 Sport Review, the smallest luxury Genesis sedan

Compact luxury sedan from Genesis. V6 twin-turbo at the top of the range, properly luxurious cabin.

Simone·20 July 2021·Genesis
2021 Toyota Supra GTS review | AustraliaLuxury11:54

2021 Toyota Supra GTS review | Australia

The Supra gets a power bump for 2021. Amelia reviews the GTS with an update that adds output and a price tag to match the extra performance credentials.

Amelia·9 May 2021·Toyota
2021 Mercedes Benz E300 review | AustraliaLuxury8:02

2021 Mercedes Benz E300 review | Australia

The E300 is Mercedes at its most traditionally executive. Simone reviews the mid-size luxury sedan still making its case in a segment facing pressure from SUVs.

Simone·9 Mar 2021·Mercedes-Benz
2021 Genesis GV80 Review | AustraliaLuxury

2021 Genesis GV80 Review | Australia

Korea's flagship luxury SUV arrives with serious intent. Simone reviews the Genesis GV80 to find out if it can back up its looks with the substance the price demands.

Simone·16 Feb 2021·Genesis
Should You Buy the Genesis GV80 over the German Trio | 2021 ReviewLuxury11:12

Should You Buy the Genesis GV80 over the German Trio | 2021 Review

The Genesis GV80 takes on the German trio directly. Amelia reviews whether Korea's luxury SUV has what it takes to pull buyers away from the established European names.

Amelia·30 Jan 2021·Genesis
2021 Genesis G80 review | AustraliaLuxury13:01

2021 Genesis G80 review | Australia

The all-new Genesis G80 takes a direct run at the BMW 5 Series, E-Class and A6. Simone reviews whether Korea's executive sedan has the substance to match its ambition.

Simone·14 Jan 2021·Genesis
2021 Genesis G80 First LookLuxury4:54

2021 Genesis G80 First Look

Genesis's mid-size luxury sedan arrived in Australia with a complete redesign. Amelia looks at what the new G80 was promising before it hit showrooms.

Amelia·3 Nov 2020·Genesis
2020 Genesis G70 3.3 V6 Review | AustraliaLuxury11:37

2020 Genesis G70 3.3 V6 Review | Australia

Genesis wants to be taken seriously in the premium sports sedan market. Amelia reviews the G70 in its biggest engine spec to see whether the Korean upstart has the credibility to challenge German stalwarts.

Amelia·8 June 2020·Genesis
2020 Volvo S60 R-Design review | AustraliaLuxury

2020 Volvo S60 R-Design review | Australia

The 2020 Volvo S60 R-Design arrives in Australia as a fresh and Scandinavian-styled luxury sedan with a turbocharged 2.0-litre engine and a sophisticated interior that marks a genuine step forward for the nameplate.

Simone·22 Oct 2019·Volvo
2019 Jaguar E-Pace review | AustraliaLuxury9:32

2019 Jaguar E-Pace review | Australia

Jaguar's entry-level SUV brings the cat badge to the compact crossover fight. Amelia reviews the R-Dynamic SE at the $65k mark, where the competition is fierce.

Amelia·6 Aug 2019·Jaguar
2019 Jaguar F Type Convertible 2.0 review | AustraliaLuxury9:01

2019 Jaguar F Type Convertible 2.0 review | Australia

The Jaguar F-Type Convertible with a 2.0-litre turbo is a controversial proposition. Jenny reviews whether the four-cylinder engine belongs in one of Britain's best-looking sports cars.

Jenny·7 May 2019·Jaguar
2019 Jaguar F-Pace Review - AustraliaLuxury8:06

2019 Jaguar F-Pace Review - Australia

The Jaguar F-Pace 25d R-Sport revisits a model CarTell has driven before, this time in the lower-output diesel trim. Jenny reviews if the entry point into F-Pace ownership still satisfies.

Jenny·21 Mar 2019·Jaguar
2019 Kia Stinger 200S review | AustraliaLuxury

2019 Kia Stinger 200S review | Australia

The 2019 Kia Stinger 200S brings a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine, rear-wheel drive and fastback styling to the entry point of what has become one of the segment's more credible sports sedans.

Simone·1 Mar 2019·Kia
2019 Volvo XC90 T6 R-Design ReviewLuxury8:15

2019 Volvo XC90 T6 R-Design Review

Jenny reviews the XC90 T6 in R-Design spec. Seven seats, petrol twin-charged engine, and a Swedish interior that still sets the benchmark for how a luxury family SUV should feel inside.

Jenny·9 Jan 2019·Volvo
2018 Jaguar XF ReviewLuxury8:35

2018 Jaguar XF Review

Jaguar's midsize sedan makes its case against the German establishment. Jenny takes the XF R-Sport through Australian life to find out if the Jag way is worth the premium.

Jenny·24 Nov 2018·Jaguar
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2018 Jaguar E-Pace S D180 - small Jag, big personality

Jaguar at its most accessible - and the rare luxury compact SUV that doesn't feel like it's been engineered by a focus group.

Jenny·10 Nov 2018·Jaguar
2019 Range Rover Sport ReviewLuxury9:15

2019 Range Rover Sport Review

The Range Rover Sport commands attention before it moves a metre. Simone takes the HSE SDV6 through Australian conditions to ask whether the badge alone justifies the spend.

Simone·9 Nov 2018·Range Rover
2018 Jaguar XF Sportbrake S 30d ReviewLuxury7:18

2018 Jaguar XF Sportbrake S 30d Review

Jaguar's XF gets the estate treatment, and the result is a wagon you can call beautiful without embarrassment. Amelia reviews the Sportbrake S 30d.

Amelia·14 July 2018·Jaguar
2018 Jaguar E-Pace S D180 ReviewLuxury7:12

2018 Jaguar E-Pace S D180 Review

Jaguar enters the small SUV segment with the E-Pace, and the mission statement is clear: same badge, smaller footprint, lower entry point. Simone puts it to the test.

Simone·4 July 2018·Jaguar
2019 Mercedes-AMG GT 4 Door CoupeLuxury1:50

2019 Mercedes-AMG GT 4 Door Coupe

Mercedes-AMG stretches its two-door GT into a four-door with a real back seat. Charli walks the Panamera's new rival on the Geneva stand.

CarTell·5 Apr 2018·Mercedes-Benz
2019 Volvo V60 PreviewLuxury1:56

2019 Volvo V60 Preview

Volvo's mid-size wagon goes upmarket. Jenny previews the new V60 from Geneva, the estate for people who think an SUV is a bit much.

Jenny·11 Mar 2018·Volvo
2019 Aston Martin Vantage V8 RevealLuxury1:45

2019 Aston Martin Vantage V8 Reveal

Aston's baby supercar gets meaner. Amelia covers the new Vantage V8 reveal from Geneva, the 911 rival with a Mercedes heart.

Amelia·9 Mar 2018·Aston Martin
2019 Audi A6 PreviewLuxury1:39

2019 Audi A6 Preview

Audi's executive sedan gets the full tech makeover. Amelia previews the new A6 from Geneva, the quiet achiever of the business car park.

Amelia·9 Mar 2018·Audi
2018 Mercedes-AMG GLC43 ReviewLuxury7:06

2018 Mercedes-AMG GLC43 Review

Mercedes-AMG drops a twin turbo V6 into its mid-size SUV. Jenny tests the GLC43, the fast family hauler hiding a hot rod under the school run.

Jenny·7 Jan 2018·Mercedes-Benz
2018 Audi A5 Coupe ReviewLuxury6:18

2018 Audi A5 Coupe Review

Audi's two-door coupe is the handsome middle ground. Amelia tests the A5, the sleek alternative for buyers who want style without an SUV.

Amelia·27 Dec 2017·Audi
2018 Lamborghini Aventador S Roadster | RevealLuxury

2018 Lamborghini Aventador S Roadster | Reveal

Simone was at the 2017 Frankfurt IAA for the world reveal of the Lamborghini Aventador S Roadster. Not an Australian road test. Just the car, the stage, and the V12.

Simone·15 Oct 2017·Lamborghini
2018 BMW M5 ReviewLuxury2:39

2018 BMW M5 Review

BMW's super sedan goes all wheel drive for the first time. Simone tests the M5, the four-door that mixes family duty with supercar pace.

Simone·30 Sept 2017·BMW
2018 Kia Stinger GT ReviewLuxury2:27

2018 Kia Stinger GT Review

Kia builds a rear drive performance fastback and means it. Amelia tests the Stinger GT, the twin turbo V6 sleeper that shook up the class.

Amelia·25 Sept 2017·Kia
2018 Bentley Continental GT First LookLuxury2:07

2018 Bentley Continental GT First Look

Bentley reinvents its grand tourer from the ground up. Amelia takes a first look at the new Continental GT, the W12 cruiser built to cross continents.

Amelia·22 Sept 2017·Bentley
2018 Audi A8 ReviewLuxury1:54

2018 Audi A8 Review

Audi's flagship sedan is a quiet tech powerhouse. Simone tests the A8, the limousine that would rather glide than shout about itself.

Simone·19 Sept 2017·Audi
2017 Volvo V60 Polestar ReviewLuxury6:02

2017 Volvo V60 Polestar Review

A blue Swedish wagon with a serious turn of pace. Simone drives Volvo's quiet performance hero and asks why more people are not talking about it.

Simone·8 July 2017·Volvo
2017 Jaguar F-Type ReviewLuxury6:25

2017 Jaguar F-Type Review

Jaguar's sports car at its most theatrical. Amelia drives the F-Type and listens to one of the best soundtracks money can buy.

Amelia·26 June 2017·Jaguar
Jaguar F-Pace 2017 Review4WD & SUV6:52

Jaguar F-Pace 2017 Review

Jaguar's first SUV, and the car that kept the lights on. Jenny drives the F-Pace to see whether a sports car brand can do family duty.

Jenny·4 June 2017·Jaguar
2017 Jaguar XE S ReviewLuxury6:10

2017 Jaguar XE S Review

Jaguar's compact sports sedan taking aim at the German default. Amelia drives the XE S to see whether the cat has the claws to match.

Amelia·20 Mar 2017·Jaguar

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