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May 20, 2022

Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV VRX roadtest review: Taking charge

May 20, 2022/ Rob Maetzig
 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV VRX roadtest review: Taking charge

Bigger, heavier, pricier … but more electric-pure range, a better driving feel and, of course, it finally delivers as a seven-seater.

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May 20, 2022/ Rob Maetzig/
Mitsubishi
Mitsubishi Motors NZ, Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, hybrid, battery, electric
May 16, 2022

Kia Sportage X-Line diesel roadtest review: Heart of darkness

May 16, 2022/ Richard Bosselman
Kia Sportage X-Line diesel roadtest review: Heart of darkness

Diesel stands tall in Kia’s most popular sports utility. But is it a crucial element?

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May 16, 2022/ Richard Bosselman/
Kia
Sportage, diesel, Smartstream, Kia NZ, PHEV, hybrid
April 04, 2022

Mazda MX-30 M-Hybrid road test review: Getting the picture

April 04, 2022/ Rob Maetzig
Mazda MX-30 M-Hybrid road test review: Getting the picture

Hiroshima’s mild hybrid system is a powerful pointer to the brand’s future, but this form presents modest change for good.

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April 04, 2022/ Rob Maetzig/
Mazda
MX-30 Hybrid, M-Hybrid, Mazda NZ, hybrid
January 05, 2022

Toyota Highlander ZR Limited review: Less heat, less burn than a V6

January 05, 2022/ Richard Bosselman
Toyota Highlander ZR Limited review: Less heat, less burn than a V6

If you want a practical, big and comfy seven-seater but don’t want a diesel, this hybrid is a solid choice.

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January 05, 2022/ Richard Bosselman/
Toyota
Toyota New Zealand, Highlander, hybrid, RAV4 Hybrid, Prius, Camry Hybrid
December 20, 2021

Ford Escape PHEV review: Kapiti Island connection

December 20, 2021/ Rob Maetzig
Ford Escape PHEV review: Kapiti Island connection

Kapiti Island is a green jewel. So, in many respects, is the Ford Escape PHEV, Rob Maetzig says.

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December 20, 2021/ Rob Maetzig/
Ford
Escape PHEV, Ford NZ, hybrid, Kapiti Island, environment, Rob Maetzig
October 26, 2021

Toyota Highlander GXL V6 review: Big hitter taking punches

October 26, 2021/ Rob Maetzig
Toyota Highlander GXL V6 review: Big hitter taking punches

Has the pure petrol format passed its use-by date?

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October 26, 2021/ Rob Maetzig/
Toyota
Toyota NZ, V6, hybrid, emissions, economy
October 08, 2021

Hyundai Tucson HTRAC 1.6D review: Promising new angle

October 08, 2021/ Richard Bosselman
Hyundai Tucson HTRAC 1.6D review: Promising new angle

Larger, edgier, more engaging … the fourth generation of Hyundai’s medium sports utility makes a strong pitch for category gold.

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October 08, 2021/ Richard Bosselman/
Hyundai
Tucson, diesel, Hyundai NZ, hybrid, Kia
September 30, 2021

Lexus IS 300h F Sport review: New face, same heart

September 30, 2021/ Richard Bosselman
Lexus IS 300h F Sport review: New face, same heart

The smallest sedan from this premium brand looks awesome. But does its powertrain tech still impress?

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September 30, 2021/ Richard Bosselman/
Lexus
IS300h, Lexus NZ, Toyota NZ, hybrid
September 22, 2021

Toyota Camry hybrid review: The sedan that deserves better

September 22, 2021/ Rob Maetzig
Toyota Camry hybrid review: The sedan that deserves better

Is this New Zealand’s most under-rated passenger vehicle?

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September 22, 2021/ Rob Maetzig/
Toyota
Camry, hybrid, Toyota NZ, economy
July 23, 2021

Kia Sorento PHEV Premium review: Environmental friend without discount benefits

July 23, 2021/ Rob Maetzig
Kia Sorento PHEV Premium review: Environmental friend without discount benefits

How does the plug-in hybrid edition of a well-regarded large SUV stand up against ‘fake electric’ claims?

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July 23, 2021/ Rob Maetzig/
Kia
Sorento PHEV, hybrid, Kia NZ
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MotoringNZ reviews new cars and keeps readers up-to-date with the latest developments on the auto industry. All the major brands are represented. The site is owned and edited by New Zealand motoring journalist Richard Bosselman.

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