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BYD overtakes Tesla as world’s top-selling electric vehicle maker in 2025

05-01-2026 04:00 via drive.com.au

The growth of China’s BYD – and the biggest-ever annual decline in Tesla deliveries – has seen the title of the world’s top-selling electric vehicle maker change hands.Tesla has lost its spot as the world’s number-one seller of battery-electric vehicles to BYD, after a sharper-than-expected sales decline.It is despite Tesla’s top seller, the Model Y family SUV, undergoing a major update in 2025 that stimulated demand – and comes as the US brand prepares

My First Car: Radio’s Patrina Jones’ 1985 Ford Laser

05-01-2026 03:30 via drive.com.au

The car that started Gold 104.3 radio presenter and newsreader Patrina Jones’ love affair with Ford Lasers.Gold 104.3 radio’s Patrina Jones remembers buying her first car – a 1985 Ford Laser five-door hatchback – from a family in Shepparton, having spotted it parked on their front lawn with a ‘for sale’ sign on it. The presenter and newsreader on Melbourne’s The Christian O’Connell Show – which will launch nationally this month – s

Chery sale makes Tiggo 7 Australia’s cheapest PHEV, undercutting BYD Sealion 5

05-01-2026 02:00 via drive.com.au

Clearance deals on 2025-plated Chery Tiggo 7 Super Hybrid give the medium plug-in hybrid SUV the title of Australia’s cheapest PHEV – temporarily.Chery has announced discounts of $5000 off the list price of the Chery Tiggo 7 Super Hybrid plug-in hybrid range.The move to clear 2025-built vehicles has seen the price of the entry-level Chery Tiggo 7 Super Hybrid Urban reduced to $34,990, down from its regular list price of $39,990 drive-away.The move makes the plug-in hybrid SUV Austral

Mitsubishi Pajero officially teased for first time in new Ralliart video

04-01-2026 23:00 via drive.com.au

Mitsubishi has revealed it will rely on its rally pedigree as a marketing tool for the new Pajero.The 2026 Mitsubishi Pajero has made its first official Mitsubishi-sanctioned appearance.In a new marketing video for Mitsubishi’s Ralliart motorsport division, the Pajero is briefly teased.The new Pajero is shown alongside Mitsubishi’s past participants in Dakar and WRC, and the 2025 Asia Cross Country Rally-winning Team Mitsubishi Ralliart Triton.The teaser video also appears to suggest

Chinese electric car brands could face closure amid a massive market realignment in 2026

04-01-2026 22:00 via drive.com.au

China’s booming automotive industry growth looks set to change direction in 2026, which could trigger a massive shutdown of numerous unprofitable brands.A seismic shift in the way China’s new vehicle market operates could see sales drop for the first time since 2020.As the saturated Chinese market begins to slow down, electric vehicle deliveries are tipped to decline in 2026, according to analysts, sending a shockwave through the industry.According to a report by South China Morning

Toyota LandCruiser Hybrid pricing could exceed $160,000 in Australia

04-01-2026 21:00 via drive.com.au

Toyota’s new LandCruiser flagship will feature a ‘performance hybrid’ powertrain, but pricing for the Lexus version shows the hybrid technology won’t come cheap.The Toyota LandCruiser Hybrid could land in Australia with a $166,000 price tag before options and on-road costs, making it more expensive than an entry-level Lexus LX.The hypothetical price positioning comes after Lexus Australia revealed pricing for the LX700h, the Lexus-badged version of the LandCruiser Hybrid.

2026 Kia Tasman S 4×2 review

04-01-2026 14:00 via drive.com.au

The Kia Tasman S represents the business end, literally, of the Tasman range. While it may be focused on fleets, could the entry-level Tasman be good enough for private buyers?
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2026 Kia Tasman S 4×2As with most utes, the 2026 Kia Tasman will first be seen around Australia in carefully curated, glossy lifestyle images of high-spec versions on billboards and in TV commer

Subaru’s STI performance arm reveals three new JDM specials for Tokyo Auto Salon

04-01-2026 03:00 via drive.com.au

Subaru Technica International, Subaru’s performance division, will reveal three new special editions for Tokyo Auto Salon.
2026 Subaru Performance-E STI Concept
Subaru fans are sure to be heartened by the news that STI will feature three new models at the upcoming Tokyo Auto Salon.Subaru’s performance arm will show STI-enhanced versions of the WRX sedan, Levorg (sold here as the WRX Sportswagon) and Impreza.All three are set to become Japan-only specials, but unlike some of the legen

BYD Atto 1 could shake up Australia’s light car market

04-01-2026 00:00 via drive.com.au

Can BYD’s clever price and positioning for the new Atto 1 electric light car breathe life back into a segment that’s in decline?Just four models made up Australia’s Light Car Under $30,000 vehicle sales category in 2025, and three of the four saw their sales go backwards.In 2025 The BYD Atto 1 will join the segment and stands a genuine chance of causing a serious shake-up.Sales figures are down in the mainstream Light Car class by over 25 per cent with the Mazda 2, MG 3, and Su

2026 Honda Prelude exceeds 1000 expressions of interest in Australia

03-01-2026 21:00 via drive.com.au

Demand is seemingly high in Australia for Honda’s first new Prelude in 25 years, but will expressions of interest translate to sales?Anticipation for Honda’s incoming Prelude has amassed more than 1000 expressions of interest, according to the brand, but how many convert to sales is still unknown.Speaking to local media, Honda Australia General Manager of Automotive Robert Thorp said demand for the reborn coupe has given the brand “confidence” that the Prelude will be a s

Nissan faces a defining year in Australia in 2026

03-01-2026 03:00 via drive.com.au

An all-new dual-cab ute should be a recipe for success for Nissan in 2026, but as models like Pathfinder and Patrol are left to languish, and with X-Trail as the only volume seller, can a rebadged Triton in Nissan clothes carry the brand to success?
Nissan Navara
Nissan’s sales forecast for 2026 could head in any direction, as crucial new models arrive, and others are held back due to production timing.The new Navara ute is a crucial new model for Nissan, as utes so often are for mainstrea

Honda Civic hybrid RS with faux gear shifts and a racing Prelude heading to Tokyo Auto Salon

03-01-2026 00:00 via drive.com.au

Honda wants to remind buyers that it is an enthusiast-oriented brand, with a heavy focus on racing and driver involvement at the 2026 Tokyo Auto Salon.
2025 Honda Civic RS petrol
Honda appears to be re-inventing itself as a brand with genuine enthusiast appeal, while at the same time keeping a firm eye on its eco-conscious credentials.At the 2026 Tokyo Auto Salon, Honda is set to unveil a new version of the Civic hybrid, equipped with the simulated gear shift technology from the new Prelude, whi

Money makers: The three most expensive cars you can buy right now on Drive have all appreciated in value

02-01-2026 21:00 via drive.com.au

The big-dollar listings on Drive Marketplace show that savvy buyers have been able to cash-in on the right supercars.
Savvy new car buyers in Australia know that not every car is an investment opportunity, but the three most expensive listings on Drive Marketplace right now show the investment potential of the right car.While the two most expensive classifieds make sense as recent ultra-exotic, high-performance supercars, the third-highest listing might be a surprise for all but the most die-har

Ram 1500 TRX returns as first ‘new’ model from revived SRT division, could come to Australia

02-01-2026 04:00 via drive.com.au

After axing the V8-powered TRX, Ram has reversed its decision and brought the TRX back to life with an even more powerful supercharged V8.The 2027 Ram 1500 TRX has returned with supercharged V8 power and is being billed as the “fastest and most powerful production gas pick-up truck in the world”, and it is in with a chance to come to Australia.Following the relaunch of the 5.7-litre V8 in regular Ram 1500 models in North America, the revived TRX offers 579kW and 922Nm from its 6.2-li

2026 BYD Atto 3 electric car’s potential replacement spotted in disguise

02-01-2026 03:00 via drive.com.au

A new generation BYD electric SUV has been spied in production-ready form, pointing to a replacement for the four-year-old Atto 3.The second-generation 2026 BYD Atto 3 has been spied testing with minimal camouflage, suggesting it’s very close to launch.The car shown in these images is the Chinese market BYD Yuan Max, with the Yuan logo on the steering wheel that will be replaced by BYD badging in markets outside of China.The Yuan Max name will replace the Yuan Plus moniker used currently,

Roof loads done right: Surfboards, kayaks and Aussie rules

02-01-2026 02:57 via drive.com.au

Strap gear safely with Australian rules made simple. Learn tie-down basics, weight limits and setups that stay secure on the road.Nothing beats a trip to the beach with a board or kayak along for the ride. But securing gear to your roof is not as straightforward as you may think and can easily catch you out if you’re unfamiliar with the rules. Tie-down laws and safe anglesAs outlined in the National Transport Commission’s load restraint guide, it is on the driver to ensure the r

Honda Australia hoping for back-to-back-to-back sales growth

02-01-2026 00:00 via drive.com.au

New and refreshed models in 2026 are expected to continue Honda Australia’s sales comeback after moving to fixed-price sales strategy.
Honda Australia is targeting its third consecutive year of sales growth in 2026, hoping to capture an additional 10 per cent of share off the back of an expected 10 per cent increase in 2025.Speaking to media, Honda Australia General Manager of Automotive Robert Thorp said the goal is for another year of expanding sales after the brand logged a record-low a

Tesla electronic door releases could be responsible for 15 deaths – report

01-01-2026 23:00 via drive.com.au

An investigation by Bloomberg attributes 15 deaths to entrapment caused by Tesla’s electronic door release system in crash situations.An ongoing investigation by news outlet Bloomberg reports that Tesla’s electronic door release system could be responsible for at least 15 deaths in the United States.The report filed by Bloomberg analysed crash data going back to 2012, following multiple reports by owners that Tesla’s electronically operated doors could fail to operate following

Ford CEO says it couldn’t compete with Toyota, Hyundai and Kia – report

01-01-2026 22:00 via drive.com.au

Ford’s global CEO Jim Farley says the Blue Oval made a ‘mistake’ in offering a full product line-up similar to Toyota, Hyundai and Kia.
Ford Focus
Ford wants to focus on specialised products, such as commercial vehicles, sports and electric cars, saying it was a “mistake” to be a full-line manufacturer similar to Toyota, Hyundai and Kia.In an interview with Argentina’s La Nacion, Jim Farley, the global CEO of Ford, said the brand’s “costs were not

2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 Calligraphy review

01-01-2026 22:00 via drive.com.au

If you’re looking for a stylish, fully-electric, seven-seat family car, look no further. Just make sure your pockets are deep, because as beautiful, powerful and practical as the Hyundai Ioniq 9 is, it is priced firmly at the pointy end.
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2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 CalligraphyFully-electric seven-seat SUVs are still relatively scarc

2025 GWM Cannon Alpha, Tank 300 and Tank 500 hybrids recalled in Australia

01-01-2026 21:00 via drive.com.au

The fault could cause reduced vehicle performance and affect the cooling operation of its hybrid system, according to the recall notice.Great Wall Motors Australia has recalled 1445 examples of its 2025 GWM Cannon Alpha, GWM Tank 300 and GWM Tank 500 hybrids, citing a potential fault with their high-voltage wiring harness. The affected vehicles are stamped 2025 models, affecting the Cannon Alpha Plug-In Hybrid, the Tank 300 Hybrid, and the Tank 500 Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid. The recall

Ford Focus is dead, but here are five of the best models that lived

01-01-2026 03:00 via drive.com.au

After 27 years in production across four generations, the Ford Focus reached the end of the line in 2025. These are the five most memorable Focuses from Ford’s small car glory days.Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today to celebrate the life and legacy of the Ford Focus.It’s not uncommon to eulogise memorable, landmark, high-performance supercars, but what about affordable and accessible small cars?For Ford, the Focus represented a power play in Europe, a bold new model designed

Honda’s ‘fun side’ signals the start of a new approach in 2026

01-01-2026 00:00 via drive.com.au

Cars like the Prelude and Super-One may not be volume sellers for Honda, but they point to what’s to come from the Japanese brand.
Honda Super-One and Honda Prelude
Honda appears to be gearing up to entice enthusiasts to the brand in 2026, returning to its roots as an enthusiast brand.While the sales benefit of niche sports cars may not be immediate, behind the scenes, the new models coming in 2026 point to what the brand has in store in later years.The Honda Prelude returns to showrooms t

2025 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 recalled in Australia

31-12-2025 23:00 via drive.com.au

The fault could prevent the instrument cluster from displaying safety system warnings, according to the recall notices.Ram Trucks Australia has recalled 1238 examples of its 2025 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500, citing a potential fault with their digital instrument clusters.The affected vehicles are stamped 2025 models.The recall notices, lodged with the Department of Infrastructure, say: “Due to a software issue, the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) may fail to illuminate the visual warnings for t

2026 New Car Calendar for Australia: Every car, SUV, ute coming soon

31-12-2025 22:00 via drive.com.au

Even more new cars and brands are coming to Australian showrooms in 2026, from the Toyota RAV4 to the BYD Sealion 8. Here’s your A to Z guide of everything you can expect.The rush of new-car brands and models launching in Australia shows little sign of slowing down.Last year saw the number of marques in the market grow significantly, mostly thanks to China and the likes of Geely, Foton, Jaecoo, and GAC, but new metal from existing brands, such as the BYD Shark 6 and Toyota HiLux, also made

Electric and plug-in hybrid owners lose registration discount in Victoria from today

31-12-2025 21:00 via drive.com.au

Victoria’s only electric-vehicle incentive – a $100 annual registration discount for ‘zero- and low-emission’ cars, including plug-in hybrids – isn’t continuing into 2026.Registration costs for electric, plug-in hybrid and hydrogen cars in Victoria have fallen back to the standard light-vehicle rate from today, following the conclusion of the state government’s $100 discount on the annual renewal fee.Last December, the Victorian Government announced it w

2026 MG QS Essence review

31-12-2025 11:30 via drive.com.au

The MG QS is the brand’s first stab at a seven-seat SUV, providing more space and seating options for families in need of a more versatile vehicle. How does it fare compared to its rivals, and is it good value for money?
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2026 MG QS EssenceIf you go back in time just a few years, MG’s line-up consisted of only a trio of

No spare tyre? Your 2026 guide to fixing a flat tyre

31-12-2025 01:55 via drive.com.au

Most new cars don’t come with a spare tyre. So what do you do when you get a flat? We explain how to use a repair kit and share the truth about run-flat tyres.Let’s be honest, tyre construction has improved significantly in the past decade or two. New-tech compounds and manufacturing methods have increased both puncture resistance and working life considerably over the old rubber of yesteryear. Even tyre brands that may not be established are often just as good as the big names in th

Polestar slashes prices of Polestar 2 and Polestar 4 electric cars with up to $15,000 off

31-12-2025 01:00 via drive.com.au

Electric vehicle brand Polestar has heavily discounted its Tesla Model 3-rivalling Polestar 2 and Polestar 4 models, with savings of up to around $15,000.Polestar Australia has substantially cut pricing for its mid-size Polestar 2 and large Polestar 4 sedans as part of a limited-time promotion running until 31 March, 2026.Savings of up to around $13,000 can be had on the Polestar 2, with the most affordable version of the electric vehicle (EV) has coming down from $68,560 drive-away in Victoria

Toyota RAV4 accessory packages launched in Japan, including wild off-road JAOS kit

31-12-2025 00:00 via drive.com.au

Toyota has just launched the 2026 RAV4 with a range of forbidden-fruit accessories that Aussie customers can only dream of.Australia’s most popular medium SUV, the Toyota RAV4, is set to go on sale in Australia soon but before it lands locally, you may want to check out what Australia misses out on.It’s not unusual for Japanese companies to launch a much wider range of accessories for cars in their domestic market, and the 2026 Toyota RAV4 is no exception.Information on the Toyota Ja

Every car axed in Australia in 2025: All cars, SUVs and utes discontinued

30-12-2025 23:00 via drive.com.au

New brands and models are flooding the Australian car market, but plenty of others – from once-popular hatchbacks to rugged utes – left in 2025. Here’s the full list.The Australian new-car market is growing more crowded by the week – with the arrival of new brands, mostly from China – but time is also being called on plenty of old favourites.It has not been a record year for vehicle axings, but there’s certainly no shortage of models – from small hatchba

2019-2023 Ford Escape PHEV recalled in Australia due to fire risk

30-12-2025 22:00 via drive.com.au

The fault could cause the high-voltage battery to short-circuit, potentially causing a fire, according to the recall notice.Ford Australia has recalled 477 examples of its 2019 to 2023 Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV), citing a potential fault with its high-voltage battery.The affected vehicles are stamped 2019 to 2023 models, but may have been sold at a later date.The recall notice, lodged with the Department of Infrastructure, says: “Due to a manufacturing issue, the ce

Every new car stripped of its safety rating – 2026 edition

30-12-2025 21:00 via drive.com.au

Newly-built examples of popular car models, such as the Mazda CX-30 and Kia Seltos, will no longer carry a valid ANCAP score when their 2019 results expire tonight.
2019 Kia Seltos
The ANCAP crash-test results for more than 30 vehicles currently on sale in Australia will expire overnight, including the popular Mazda 3, CX-30 and Kia Seltos. Final examples of the current-generation Toyota RAV4, Australia’s best-selling SUV, are also affected, following the expiry of ANCAP results achie

Electric car driving range figures can be misleading, but the government’s fix is still years away

30-12-2025 20:00 via drive.com.au

Differing testing standards means customers are not always comparing like-for-like EV driving range figures in showrooms.Two different testing standards for electric vehicle (EV) driving range means some buyers are being misinformed in showrooms, but Australia’s solution will not come into full force until mid-2028.Until recently, all new electric cars need to apply an “Energy Consumption” label – as per Australian Design Rule (ADR) 81/02 – that details efficiency m

2026 Mitsubishi ASX Exceed review

30-12-2025 11:00 via drive.com.au

The range-topping Exceed version of the Mitsubishi ASX has a big legacy to live up to. But the price? Are you sitting down?
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The Mitsubishi ASX has owed its enduring success to a set of straightforward attributes. It was cheap, it offered more space than most of its rivals, and it carried the promise of bulletproof Japanese engineering. That has all changed with

My First Car: Actress Virginia Gay’s 1995 Honda Concerto

30-12-2025 01:55 via drive.com.au

Aussie actress Virginia Gay’s first car was a little-known Honda model with a name that was music to her ears.
When Australian actress Virginia Gay was cast in All Saints at the age of 24, she knew she had to finally get her driver’s licence and buy a car to get her to work and back. Enter the Honda Concerto. It was purchased just before the global financial crisis in 2006 from a second-hand dealer in the inner west of Sydney, accompanied by her parents – dad Rob and mothe

2026 Lexus RZ600e F Sport Performance revealed: More power, but no performance gains

30-12-2025 01:00 via drive.com.au

Lexus has revealed a more potent version of the Lexus RZ, with tweaked styling, brakes, wheels, suspension and more.Lexus has unveiled a new flagship version of its dedicated electric SUV, in the form of the 2026 Lexus RZ600e F Sport Performance.The RZ is only the third Lexus model to wear the F Sport Performance badge, after the RX500h and IS500, and an earlier version of the RZ450e, but despite a boost in power, the RZ600e F Sport Performance retains the same 4.4-second 0-100km/h time as the R

China calls for tighter standards on door handle designs

30-12-2025 00:00 via drive.com.au

Confusing and potentially dangerous electronically operated door handles and their mechanical emergency releases have come under scrutiny from Chinese regulators.The rise of electronically operated door handles has prompted Chinese regulators to call for an overhaul of electronic latching systems as a required safety measure.The move to low-profile door handle designs that move to a flat or flush position when a vehicle is in motion, and safety features that prevent doors from being opened into

Toyota promised 30 new electric cars by 2030, and here’s a status update

29-12-2025 23:00 via drive.com.au

In an uncharacteristic move for Toyota, the brand revealed a detailed future product plan in late 2021 that encompassed a broad range of new cars for the next decade. Now, at the halfway mark, what’s the score?
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In October 2021, Toyota took the unusual step of revealing to the world what its future portfolio would look like.Toyota usually operates with a high level of secrecy when it comes to future models, often only previewing cars that are close to production-ready.In a cha

2019-2025 Ford Transit Custom and Tourneo recalled in Australia

29-12-2025 22:00 via drive.com.au

The fault could cause the 12-volt battery vent to not operate as intended, potentially allowing toxic gases to leak into the cabin, according to the recall notice.Ford Australia has recalled 7509 examples of its 2021 to 2025 Ford Transit Custom and Tourneo, citing a potential fault with their 12-volt battery vent. The affected vehicles are stamped 2021 to 2025 models, but may have been sold at a later date.The recall notice, lodged with the Department of Infrastructure, says: “Due to

MG sales have slipped in 2025, despite five new models

29-12-2025 21:00 via drive.com.au

2025 should have been MG’s year. New models in new market segments are a recipe for success for a growing brand, but somehow, MG’s sales marker moved backwards.2025 saw MG roll out more new products than ever before.A wave of new-generation models, or entirely new market segment representation, showed that the brand is fit, strong, and ambitious.With any new model, sales expectations are high. Entering new segements, like the three-row large SUV class, or Australia’s massive 4&

2026 Mini Cooper S review: JCW Sport

29-12-2025 14:00 via drive.com.au

The first new petrol-powered, three-door Mini in a decade isn’t all-new, but it still moves the game on for the model – and is as fun to drive as ever.
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2026 Mini Cooper S JCW SportNext year will mark the 25th birthday of the modern Mini, rebooted by BMW in 2001 as a higher-priced, retro-styled city car inspired by the o

2026 MG S5 EV Essence 62 review

29-12-2025 04:12 via drive.com.au

MG’s long-range, high-spec small SUV boasts new technology and a dedicated EV platform, but does its charm as a city car erode as you move up the range?
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2026 MG S5 EV Essence 62The 2026 MG S5 EV brings a new name but a familiar concept to MG’s Australian line-up. Taking the place of the previous MG ZS EV, the new S5 EV

2026 Denza B5 review: Australian first road test

29-12-2025 02:00 via drive.com.au

The first of the off-roaders to arrive from BYD’s new Denza sub-brand is the B5, a five-seat SUV with BYD Shark 6 DNA. Should the Toyota Prado be worried?
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2026 Denza B5Not content with the growth of its master brand – selling more than 80,000 cars in a little over three years – BYD is now mounting an attack on the

Family road trips: The summer survival guide

29-12-2025 01:55 via drive.com.au

If, like many Aussies, you’ve got plans to pack up the car and take the family on a road trip this summer, we’ve got you covered with tips to keep everyone happy (and sane) on your drive.I love a summer road trip. Give me good music, winding roads and stunning views of both land and water, and I’m in heaven. That is, until my kids pipe up with their whingeing.This is not exactly avoidable – they are kids after all, and don’t have the ability to regulate as well as (

Kia EV5 facelift due in 2026 with styling, technical changes

29-12-2025 00:30 via drive.com.au

Kia’s top-selling electric car is set for an overhaul in Australia, with the possibility of a revised appearance and longer driving range.
Current Kia EV5.
The Kia EV5 electric SUV will be treated to a mid-life makeover in Australia by the end of next year, to help close the gap to the Tesla Model Y, BYD Sealion 7, and more.Details of the updated EV5 are yet to be revealed, but Kia has confirmed it is due in Australian showrooms in the second half of 2026, pending any delays.The EV5 will h

2027 KGM Musso ute revealed with HiLux-style makeover

29-12-2025 00:29 via drive.com.au

South Korea’s KGM has taken a leaf out of Toyota’s book with a new ute – wearing rugged, truck-like styling – that’s not quite all-new.The 2027 KGM Musso dual-cab ute has been revealed in South Korea by the brand formerly known as SsangYong, ahead of its Australian launch in mid-2026.The first new Musso in nearly eight years wears KGM’s new, more angular styling language, and gains an updated interior with the return of climate-control dials on high-grade mode