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NZ Autocar
26-05-2025
- Automotive
- NZ Autocar
The June 2025 issue of NZ Autocar is now on sale
The June issue of NZ Autocar magazine is out now. Find it all good magazine outlets and supermarkets. Find out what we have in store for readers below. Subscribe to NZ Autocar to ensure you get the best automotive magazine delivered to your mailbox, while enjoying a discount on the cover price. We attend the big Shanghai Auto extravaganza to see what's in the pipeline for NZ. Racy is not how you'd describe your average Lexus. But now there's a hot-shot AWD compact Lexus crossover that's track-ready. Meet LBX Morizo RR. Kia has yet another new electric vehicle on sale in the form of the EV3. It's recently been crowned the World Car of the Year. So what's all the fuss about? The latest Audi is the new S5. It's the replacement for the old S4, which we quite liked. Is the new one better? The Volvo XC90 undergoes another revision as it enters its second decade. Is it still a viable option for those after a premium seven-seat SUV? Mini's first electric Cooper went well enough, but couldn't roam that far out of town. The new SE remedies that. The 911 rallies yet again in its 992.2 generation, adding electrification to its bag of tricks. Is the Carrera GTS still a divine choice? The Skoda Superb is somewhat of a novelty in 2025. It's one of the dwindling wagon choices in a sea of SUVs. Is the new one really superb? PHEVs are going gangbusters in some parts of the world where EV range is now well over 100km. How does Haval's first effort rate? The previous RS Q8 we drove was a wild thing, but this latest is even more epic, with added output and cornering prowess. Cupra is expanding in New Zealand and going more premium. Meet the entry-level Cupra, the Sportstourer V. The biggest BYD has joined the long-term fleet, and we outline what's in store for this plug-in ute. We take a little R&R in sunny Queensland, and find there a lot of Chinese cars in Australia too. TVR mashes together a mix of parts to deliver a sports car low in weight and heavy with power. The Chimaera, named after a mythical monster, is one of the more popular models here. We take a look at a nicely restored 5.0-litre version. Royal Enfield now has six machines powered by its 650cc parallel twin engine. The latest is this, the Bear 650, a scrambler.
The Advertiser
15-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Advertiser
Lexus LBX Morizo RR: No limit on pocket rocket's availability for Australia
Lexus won't cap the availability of the limited-run LBX Morizo RR in Australia, as orders continue to mount for the genre-bending performance model. Around 90 units have been allocated to the Australian market for the first year of deliveries, which is less than the number of orders Lexus has received. One third of the initial allocation has already been delivered including dealer demonstrators, leaving 60 cars to satisfy an order bank exceeding 100 vehicles. In response to brimming demand, Lexus Australia is pushing the decision-makers in Japan to bolster local stock of the Morizo RR. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. "There is no predetermined, finite number for this car, but it will be built in limited volumes," a Lexus Australia spokesperson told CarExpert. "There's been high anticipation for it because of the type of car that it is and demand for the car is exceptionally high, both overseas and locally. It's only been on sale in Australia for one month, and we already have a really healthy order bank. "We're always working with our production teams in Japan to try to increase the volume of cars that we can get." The LBX Morizo RR swaps out the hybrid powertrain of regular LBX variants for a 1.6-litre turbocharged three-cylinder petrol engine producing 206kW of power and 390Nm of torque. Both the engine and eight-speed automatic transmission have been sourced from the related Toyota GR Corolla and GR Yaris. Priced from $76,490 before on-roads, the Morizo RR is $19,500 more expensive than the LBX Sports Luxury AWD, and pitched as a compact performance SUV to rival the likes of the Volkswagen T-Roc R, Cupra Formentor, and Mercedes-AMG GLA 35, It's also $13,500 more expensive than the Toyota GR Yaris GTS automatic, and $6000 more than the Toyota GR Corolla GTS automatic. Aside from extensive mechanical upgrades, the Morizo RR sits 10mm lower and 15mm wider than the core trim levels, with a meaner face and larger 19-inch alloy wheels. Inside there are black leather-accented sports front seats, as well as a leather-accented shift knob, dimpled steering wheel with contrast red stitching, and suede trim throughout the cabin. MORE: Everything Lexus LBX Content originally sourced from: Lexus won't cap the availability of the limited-run LBX Morizo RR in Australia, as orders continue to mount for the genre-bending performance model. Around 90 units have been allocated to the Australian market for the first year of deliveries, which is less than the number of orders Lexus has received. One third of the initial allocation has already been delivered including dealer demonstrators, leaving 60 cars to satisfy an order bank exceeding 100 vehicles. In response to brimming demand, Lexus Australia is pushing the decision-makers in Japan to bolster local stock of the Morizo RR. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. "There is no predetermined, finite number for this car, but it will be built in limited volumes," a Lexus Australia spokesperson told CarExpert. "There's been high anticipation for it because of the type of car that it is and demand for the car is exceptionally high, both overseas and locally. It's only been on sale in Australia for one month, and we already have a really healthy order bank. "We're always working with our production teams in Japan to try to increase the volume of cars that we can get." The LBX Morizo RR swaps out the hybrid powertrain of regular LBX variants for a 1.6-litre turbocharged three-cylinder petrol engine producing 206kW of power and 390Nm of torque. Both the engine and eight-speed automatic transmission have been sourced from the related Toyota GR Corolla and GR Yaris. Priced from $76,490 before on-roads, the Morizo RR is $19,500 more expensive than the LBX Sports Luxury AWD, and pitched as a compact performance SUV to rival the likes of the Volkswagen T-Roc R, Cupra Formentor, and Mercedes-AMG GLA 35, It's also $13,500 more expensive than the Toyota GR Yaris GTS automatic, and $6000 more than the Toyota GR Corolla GTS automatic. Aside from extensive mechanical upgrades, the Morizo RR sits 10mm lower and 15mm wider than the core trim levels, with a meaner face and larger 19-inch alloy wheels. Inside there are black leather-accented sports front seats, as well as a leather-accented shift knob, dimpled steering wheel with contrast red stitching, and suede trim throughout the cabin. MORE: Everything Lexus LBX Content originally sourced from: Lexus won't cap the availability of the limited-run LBX Morizo RR in Australia, as orders continue to mount for the genre-bending performance model. Around 90 units have been allocated to the Australian market for the first year of deliveries, which is less than the number of orders Lexus has received. One third of the initial allocation has already been delivered including dealer demonstrators, leaving 60 cars to satisfy an order bank exceeding 100 vehicles. In response to brimming demand, Lexus Australia is pushing the decision-makers in Japan to bolster local stock of the Morizo RR. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. "There is no predetermined, finite number for this car, but it will be built in limited volumes," a Lexus Australia spokesperson told CarExpert. "There's been high anticipation for it because of the type of car that it is and demand for the car is exceptionally high, both overseas and locally. It's only been on sale in Australia for one month, and we already have a really healthy order bank. "We're always working with our production teams in Japan to try to increase the volume of cars that we can get." The LBX Morizo RR swaps out the hybrid powertrain of regular LBX variants for a 1.6-litre turbocharged three-cylinder petrol engine producing 206kW of power and 390Nm of torque. Both the engine and eight-speed automatic transmission have been sourced from the related Toyota GR Corolla and GR Yaris. Priced from $76,490 before on-roads, the Morizo RR is $19,500 more expensive than the LBX Sports Luxury AWD, and pitched as a compact performance SUV to rival the likes of the Volkswagen T-Roc R, Cupra Formentor, and Mercedes-AMG GLA 35, It's also $13,500 more expensive than the Toyota GR Yaris GTS automatic, and $6000 more than the Toyota GR Corolla GTS automatic. Aside from extensive mechanical upgrades, the Morizo RR sits 10mm lower and 15mm wider than the core trim levels, with a meaner face and larger 19-inch alloy wheels. Inside there are black leather-accented sports front seats, as well as a leather-accented shift knob, dimpled steering wheel with contrast red stitching, and suede trim throughout the cabin. MORE: Everything Lexus LBX Content originally sourced from: Lexus won't cap the availability of the limited-run LBX Morizo RR in Australia, as orders continue to mount for the genre-bending performance model. Around 90 units have been allocated to the Australian market for the first year of deliveries, which is less than the number of orders Lexus has received. One third of the initial allocation has already been delivered including dealer demonstrators, leaving 60 cars to satisfy an order bank exceeding 100 vehicles. In response to brimming demand, Lexus Australia is pushing the decision-makers in Japan to bolster local stock of the Morizo RR. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. "There is no predetermined, finite number for this car, but it will be built in limited volumes," a Lexus Australia spokesperson told CarExpert. "There's been high anticipation for it because of the type of car that it is and demand for the car is exceptionally high, both overseas and locally. It's only been on sale in Australia for one month, and we already have a really healthy order bank. "We're always working with our production teams in Japan to try to increase the volume of cars that we can get." The LBX Morizo RR swaps out the hybrid powertrain of regular LBX variants for a 1.6-litre turbocharged three-cylinder petrol engine producing 206kW of power and 390Nm of torque. Both the engine and eight-speed automatic transmission have been sourced from the related Toyota GR Corolla and GR Yaris. Priced from $76,490 before on-roads, the Morizo RR is $19,500 more expensive than the LBX Sports Luxury AWD, and pitched as a compact performance SUV to rival the likes of the Volkswagen T-Roc R, Cupra Formentor, and Mercedes-AMG GLA 35, It's also $13,500 more expensive than the Toyota GR Yaris GTS automatic, and $6000 more than the Toyota GR Corolla GTS automatic. Aside from extensive mechanical upgrades, the Morizo RR sits 10mm lower and 15mm wider than the core trim levels, with a meaner face and larger 19-inch alloy wheels. Inside there are black leather-accented sports front seats, as well as a leather-accented shift knob, dimpled steering wheel with contrast red stitching, and suede trim throughout the cabin. MORE: Everything Lexus LBX Content originally sourced from:
The Advertiser
15-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Advertiser
Why the Lexus LBX Morizo has less power than its cheaper Toyota GR cousins
The new Lexus LBX Morizo RR may be a performance model, but the Japanese manufacturer has chosen to play the long game with its pint-size hero by prioritising emissions compliance over outputs. Despite sharing an engine with the Toyota GR Corolla and GR Yaris, the 206kW/390Nm LBX Morizo RR produces 15kW and 10Nm less than its hot hatch cousins. It's also $13,500 more expensive than the Toyota GR Yaris GTS automatic, and $6000 more than the Toyota GR Corolla GTS automatic. It would be easy to assume that Lexus has simply detuned the engine for this application, but a local spokesperson has confirmed a deeper reason behind disparity. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. "The LBX Morizo RR has a Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF) to trap a lot of harmful emissions in the warmup stage, and that does affect the power of the car," the spokesperson told CarExpert. "The GPF actually makes this vehicle compliant to Euro 6c emission standards, whereas without that, it would be only Euro 6b. So the GPF is future-proofing the car for Euro 6c." Both the GR Corolla and Yaris are Euro 6b compliant. Despite the fitment of a power-draining GPF, the LBX Morizo RR can sprint from 0-100km/h in 5.2 seconds, just 0.1 seconds slower than the beefier, lighter GR Yaris. The Morizo tops out at 230km/h. In terms of fuel economy, the Morizo RR is thirstier than its hot hatch cousin, consuming a claimed 9.2L/100km compared to 8.2L/100km for the GR Yaris. However, in automatic guise the GR Corolla is the least efficient of the bunch, with a claimed fuel consumption of 9.5L/100km. While the Morizo RR was revealed last year as a limited-run performance hero, all the signs suggest it will enjoy an extended presence in the Lexus lineup. Euro 6c compliance will aid the longevity of the model, and the same Lexus spokesperson says there's no volume or time limit on Morizo RR production. Around 90 units have been allocated to the Australian market for the first year of deliveries, although Lexus has already received more than 100 orders for the pocket rocket. MORE: Everything Lexus LBX Content originally sourced from: The new Lexus LBX Morizo RR may be a performance model, but the Japanese manufacturer has chosen to play the long game with its pint-size hero by prioritising emissions compliance over outputs. Despite sharing an engine with the Toyota GR Corolla and GR Yaris, the 206kW/390Nm LBX Morizo RR produces 15kW and 10Nm less than its hot hatch cousins. It's also $13,500 more expensive than the Toyota GR Yaris GTS automatic, and $6000 more than the Toyota GR Corolla GTS automatic. It would be easy to assume that Lexus has simply detuned the engine for this application, but a local spokesperson has confirmed a deeper reason behind disparity. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. "The LBX Morizo RR has a Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF) to trap a lot of harmful emissions in the warmup stage, and that does affect the power of the car," the spokesperson told CarExpert. "The GPF actually makes this vehicle compliant to Euro 6c emission standards, whereas without that, it would be only Euro 6b. So the GPF is future-proofing the car for Euro 6c." Both the GR Corolla and Yaris are Euro 6b compliant. Despite the fitment of a power-draining GPF, the LBX Morizo RR can sprint from 0-100km/h in 5.2 seconds, just 0.1 seconds slower than the beefier, lighter GR Yaris. The Morizo tops out at 230km/h. In terms of fuel economy, the Morizo RR is thirstier than its hot hatch cousin, consuming a claimed 9.2L/100km compared to 8.2L/100km for the GR Yaris. However, in automatic guise the GR Corolla is the least efficient of the bunch, with a claimed fuel consumption of 9.5L/100km. While the Morizo RR was revealed last year as a limited-run performance hero, all the signs suggest it will enjoy an extended presence in the Lexus lineup. Euro 6c compliance will aid the longevity of the model, and the same Lexus spokesperson says there's no volume or time limit on Morizo RR production. Around 90 units have been allocated to the Australian market for the first year of deliveries, although Lexus has already received more than 100 orders for the pocket rocket. MORE: Everything Lexus LBX Content originally sourced from: The new Lexus LBX Morizo RR may be a performance model, but the Japanese manufacturer has chosen to play the long game with its pint-size hero by prioritising emissions compliance over outputs. Despite sharing an engine with the Toyota GR Corolla and GR Yaris, the 206kW/390Nm LBX Morizo RR produces 15kW and 10Nm less than its hot hatch cousins. It's also $13,500 more expensive than the Toyota GR Yaris GTS automatic, and $6000 more than the Toyota GR Corolla GTS automatic. It would be easy to assume that Lexus has simply detuned the engine for this application, but a local spokesperson has confirmed a deeper reason behind disparity. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. "The LBX Morizo RR has a Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF) to trap a lot of harmful emissions in the warmup stage, and that does affect the power of the car," the spokesperson told CarExpert. "The GPF actually makes this vehicle compliant to Euro 6c emission standards, whereas without that, it would be only Euro 6b. So the GPF is future-proofing the car for Euro 6c." Both the GR Corolla and Yaris are Euro 6b compliant. Despite the fitment of a power-draining GPF, the LBX Morizo RR can sprint from 0-100km/h in 5.2 seconds, just 0.1 seconds slower than the beefier, lighter GR Yaris. The Morizo tops out at 230km/h. In terms of fuel economy, the Morizo RR is thirstier than its hot hatch cousin, consuming a claimed 9.2L/100km compared to 8.2L/100km for the GR Yaris. However, in automatic guise the GR Corolla is the least efficient of the bunch, with a claimed fuel consumption of 9.5L/100km. While the Morizo RR was revealed last year as a limited-run performance hero, all the signs suggest it will enjoy an extended presence in the Lexus lineup. Euro 6c compliance will aid the longevity of the model, and the same Lexus spokesperson says there's no volume or time limit on Morizo RR production. Around 90 units have been allocated to the Australian market for the first year of deliveries, although Lexus has already received more than 100 orders for the pocket rocket. MORE: Everything Lexus LBX Content originally sourced from: The new Lexus LBX Morizo RR may be a performance model, but the Japanese manufacturer has chosen to play the long game with its pint-size hero by prioritising emissions compliance over outputs. Despite sharing an engine with the Toyota GR Corolla and GR Yaris, the 206kW/390Nm LBX Morizo RR produces 15kW and 10Nm less than its hot hatch cousins. It's also $13,500 more expensive than the Toyota GR Yaris GTS automatic, and $6000 more than the Toyota GR Corolla GTS automatic. It would be easy to assume that Lexus has simply detuned the engine for this application, but a local spokesperson has confirmed a deeper reason behind disparity. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. "The LBX Morizo RR has a Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF) to trap a lot of harmful emissions in the warmup stage, and that does affect the power of the car," the spokesperson told CarExpert. "The GPF actually makes this vehicle compliant to Euro 6c emission standards, whereas without that, it would be only Euro 6b. So the GPF is future-proofing the car for Euro 6c." Both the GR Corolla and Yaris are Euro 6b compliant. Despite the fitment of a power-draining GPF, the LBX Morizo RR can sprint from 0-100km/h in 5.2 seconds, just 0.1 seconds slower than the beefier, lighter GR Yaris. The Morizo tops out at 230km/h. In terms of fuel economy, the Morizo RR is thirstier than its hot hatch cousin, consuming a claimed 9.2L/100km compared to 8.2L/100km for the GR Yaris. However, in automatic guise the GR Corolla is the least efficient of the bunch, with a claimed fuel consumption of 9.5L/100km. While the Morizo RR was revealed last year as a limited-run performance hero, all the signs suggest it will enjoy an extended presence in the Lexus lineup. Euro 6c compliance will aid the longevity of the model, and the same Lexus spokesperson says there's no volume or time limit on Morizo RR production. Around 90 units have been allocated to the Australian market for the first year of deliveries, although Lexus has already received more than 100 orders for the pocket rocket. MORE: Everything Lexus LBX Content originally sourced from:
7NEWS
15-05-2025
- Automotive
- 7NEWS
Lexus LBX Morizo RR: No limit on pocket rocket's availability for Australia
Lexus won't cap the availability of the limited-run LBX Morizo RR in Australia, as orders continue to mount for the genre-bending performance model. Around 90 units have been allocated to the Australian market for the first year of deliveries, which is less than the number of orders Lexus has received. One third of the initial allocation has already been delivered including dealer demonstrators, leaving 60 cars to satisfy an order bank exceeding 100 vehicles. In response to brimming demand, Lexus Australia is pushing the decision-makers in Japan to bolster local stock of the Morizo RR. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. 'There is no predetermined, finite number for this car, but it will be built in limited volumes,' a Lexus Australia spokesperson told CarExpert. 'There's been high anticipation for it because of the type of car that it is and demand for the car is exceptionally high, both overseas and locally. It's only been on sale in Australia for one month, and we already have a really healthy order bank. 'We're always working with our production teams in Japan to try to increase the volume of cars that we can get.' The LBX Morizo RR swaps out the hybrid powertrain of regular LBX variants for a 1.6-litre turbocharged three-cylinder petrol engine producing 206kW of power and 390Nm of torque. Both the engine and eight-speed automatic transmission have been sourced from the related Toyota GR Corolla and GR Yaris. Priced from $76,490 before on-roads, the Morizo RR is $19,500 more expensive than the LBX Sports Luxury AWD, and pitched as a compact performance SUV to rival the likes of the Volkswagen T-Roc R, Cupra Formentor, and Mercedes-AMG GLA 35, It's also $13,500 more expensive than the Toyota GR Yaris GTS automatic, and $6000 more than the Toyota GR Corolla GTS automatic. Aside from extensive mechanical upgrades, the Morizo RR sits 10mm lower and 15mm wider than the core trim levels, with a meaner face and larger 19-inch alloy wheels. Inside there are black leather-accented sports front seats, as well as a leather-accented shift knob, dimpled steering wheel with contrast red stitching, and suede trim throughout the cabin.
Perth Now
15-05-2025
- Automotive
- Perth Now
Lexus LBX Morizo RR: No limit on pocket rocket's availability for Australia
Lexus won't cap the availability of the limited-run LBX Morizo RR in Australia, as orders continue to mount for the genre-bending performance model. Around 90 units have been allocated to the Australian market for the first year of deliveries, which is less than the number of orders Lexus has received. One third of the initial allocation has already been delivered including dealer demonstrators, leaving 60 cars to satisfy an order bank exceeding 100 vehicles. In response to brimming demand, Lexus Australia is pushing the decision-makers in Japan to bolster local stock of the Morizo RR. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Supplied Credit: CarExpert 'There is no predetermined, finite number for this car, but it will be built in limited volumes,' a Lexus Australia spokesperson told CarExpert. 'There's been high anticipation for it because of the type of car that it is and demand for the car is exceptionally high, both overseas and locally. It's only been on sale in Australia for one month, and we already have a really healthy order bank. 'We're always working with our production teams in Japan to try to increase the volume of cars that we can get.' The LBX Morizo RR swaps out the hybrid powertrain of regular LBX variants for a 1.6-litre turbocharged three-cylinder petrol engine producing 206kW of power and 390Nm of torque. Both the engine and eight-speed automatic transmission have been sourced from the related Toyota GR Corolla and GR Yaris. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Priced from $76,490 before on-roads, the Morizo RR is $19,500 more expensive than the LBX Sports Luxury AWD, and pitched as a compact performance SUV to rival the likes of the Volkswagen T-Roc R, Cupra Formentor, and Mercedes-AMG GLA 35, It's also $13,500 more expensive than the Toyota GR Yaris GTS automatic, and $6000 more than the Toyota GR Corolla GTS automatic. Aside from extensive mechanical upgrades, the Morizo RR sits 10mm lower and 15mm wider than the core trim levels, with a meaner face and larger 19-inch alloy wheels. Inside there are black leather-accented sports front seats, as well as a leather-accented shift knob, dimpled steering wheel with contrast red stitching, and suede trim throughout the cabin. MORE: Everything Lexus LBX
