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MG4 XPOWER - REVIEW - don't get the wrong idea
We've been a fan of the MG4 since it's launch and think, apart from some slightly odd behaviour from it's touchscreen and some less-than-ideal rearward visibility, it's a compelling family EV option. So what happens when you double it's power and tune-up it's chassis? It goes fast, that's what.
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Mazda MX-5 ND (Mk.3) - REVIEW - little car big fun
Просмотров 2,7 тыс.4 месяца назад
Having been a fanboy for the MX-5 since forever, Blu was keen for seat time in the latest iteration of this perennial favourite. And what about newbies who haven't ever driven an MX-5 before? Will they understand its appeal and warm to a lightweight, rear drive, manual sportscar? Subscribe to CarNut - bit.ly/2dP5ucU Our website - www.carnut.co.nz/ Check out CarNut on social media: Facebook - fa...
KGM Torres EVX - REVIEW - one more for the road
Просмотров 8 тыс.8 месяцев назад
Joining an already bulging market of vehicle brands in New Zealand comes KGM, the rebirthed and rebranded Ssangyong of yesteryear. Their first foray into our brave new world of battery electric vehicles is this, the Torres EVX. It looks handsome enough from most angles but does it measure up as a capable mid-sized SUV? Let's climb on and see. Please check out our friends at Car Loan Expert - ca...
Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid - REVIEW - what's it worth to you?
Просмотров 150Год назад
This is an interesting one - the Subaru Crosstrek is the new incarnation of that perennial favourite, the XV. So it's new, but is it improved? And more particularly, with two-thirds of the range having a hybrid powertrain, does it stack up as a viable 'electrified' option? Blu will tell you what he reckons. Subscribe to CarNut - bit.ly/2dP5ucU Our website - www.carnut.co.nz/ Check out CarNut on...
MG4 Essence 64 - REVIEW - funky meets frustrating
Просмотров 11 тыс.Год назад
The MG4 certainly looks the part - modern, taut and angular. It all suggests it's happy to stand out amongst the amorphous shapes of most cars in its class. The RWD drivetrain is also a real bonus for modest thrills on winding roads. But accessing some of the on-board tech is fiddly. Read the handbook then come for a drive. Subscribe to CarNut - bit.ly/2dP5ucU Our website - www.carnut.co.nz/ Ch...
Subaru WRX AKA - REVIEW - last of the breed
Просмотров 757Год назад
The Subaru WRX is a bit of a crowd favourite here in NZ. It's spectacular ability to hang on to our roads at unlikely speeds confirms it was always destined for greatness in Kiwiland. But recent legislated charges are biting hard into sales. Will this very, very limited AKA edition be the last of the manuals we get to play with in Godzone? Sure as hell hope not. Subscribe to CarNut - bit.ly/2dP...
Ford Mustang Mach-E GT - REVIEW - amped Pony Express
Просмотров 4,3 тыс.Год назад
WTF! A Mustang with 5-doors and an electric motor?! It's true - this Mustang is an all-wheel drive, fully battery electric SUV. But get past the name and what we've got here is a high performance GT car. Climb aboard, choose your seat (there're plenty to go round) and let's take it for a gallop. Subscribe to CarNut - bit.ly/2dP5ucU Our website - www.carnut.co.nz/ Check out CarNut on social medi...
Subaru Outback Turbo - REVIEW - packing a bigger punch
Просмотров 7 тыс.Год назад
The Outback's always been a bit of a favourite, but when attempting to overtake at open road speeds it can feel a bit gutless. No more! This WRX'd engine version brings a heap of extra punch to the party. Climb in and let's got hunt a Nissan Leaf. Subscribe to CarNut - bit.ly/2dP5ucU Our website - www.carnut.co.nz/ Check out CarNut on social media: Facebook - carnut.kiwi/... Instag...
Track driving with MyRaceLab
Просмотров 241Год назад
I don't profess to be an experienced track driver but I am interested in going as fast as possible wherever possible (i.e. a racetrack). So I road test a new online app called MyRaceLab that might be able to show me how to shave off a tenth here and a tenth there. Pop your helmet on and come along for the ride. Subscribe to CarNut - bit.ly/2dP5ucU Our website - www.carnut.co.nz/ Check out CarNu...
Kia EV6 - REVIEW - the new standard in family transport?
Просмотров 3,6 тыс.2 года назад
Hyundai is the parent company of Kia and the two often share technologies but try to maintain their own design philosophies. This is clearly the case with the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and this car, the Kia EV6. Where the Ioniq is all razor sharp Origami creases on the outside, the EV6 is curvy and swoopy. But how does is drive on Kiwi roads? Jump in next to Blu and we'll find out. CORRECTION:- a learned...
Corvette Stingray - REVIEW - muscle never looked so good
Просмотров 2,3 тыс.2 года назад
In a world where even many expensive cars are downright boring the Corvette injects passion and style. Super cool to look at and a hot performer on road, slide in alongside Blu as he tries to find a downside to this muscle from 'merica. SPOILER ALERT - there's absolutely no junk in this trunk. Subscribe to CarNut - bit.ly/2dP5ucU Our website - www.carnut.co.nz/ Check out CarNut on social media:...
Subaru WRX 2.4T - New Zealand launch report
Просмотров 6 тыс.2 года назад
Finally we have the new Subaru 2.4 Turbo WRX sedan and wagon on Kiwi soil. Blu gives us the first taste of his time with the model before a full review coming up. Subscribe to CarNut - bit.ly/2dP5ucU Our website - www.carnut.co.nz/ Check out CarNut on social media: Facebook - carnut.kiwi/... Instagram - carnut.kiwi Twitter - carnutkiwi Please check out ou...
Chevrolet Silverado LTZ - REVIEW - full-fat workhorse
Просмотров 19 тыс.3 года назад
We're used to seeing utes everywhere on our roads, but not like this. The Silverado is big - like properly American-big. That's it's strong point, but also it's weak point. Does it fit the roads of the South Pacific? Or, is it too cumbersome to bother with? Take a seat next to Blu for the answers. Please check out our friends at Car Loan Expert - carloanexpert.co.nz
Peugeot e208 - REVIEW - electric goes undercover
Просмотров 1,7 тыс.3 года назад
Do electric cars have to look weird? No. Peugeot wants their electric 208 to look as friendly and approachable as an ICE 208. They've done such a good job of making the e208 look 'normal' that Cam seems to have pissed off a Leaf driver at a charging station, sparking an incident that our most physically imposing CarNut reviewer would rather forget. Enjoy! Subscribe to CarNut - bit.ly/2dP5ucU Ou...
Subaru WRX STi Saigo - REVIEW - the last OG STi (ever!)
Просмотров 4 тыс.3 года назад
Cars come and go...unless it's the Subaru STi you're talking about. They just keep coming out cooked to the same recipe as they always have. Same workhouse EJ25 engine that's been up the (marginally) pointy end since day dot in 1994. Until now. This one here, the Saigo, is the final edition to ever feature that celebrated original motor. There's a new car coming with a new engine and a bunch of...
MG ZS EV - REVIEW - cheap and (mostly) cheerful
Просмотров 3,6 тыс.3 года назад
MG ZS EV - REVIEW - cheap and (mostly) cheerful
BMW 8 Competition Coupe - REVIEW - squandered opportunity
Просмотров 5243 года назад
BMW 8 Competition Coupe - REVIEW - squandered opportunity
GR Supra and GR Yaris - Toyota back from the beige abyss
Просмотров 1,7 тыс.3 года назад
GR Supra and GR Yaris - Toyota back from the beige abyss
2021 Subaru Outback - REVIEW - not fast, but Blu really rates it
Просмотров 27 тыс.3 года назад
2021 Subaru Outback - REVIEW - not fast, but Blu really rates it
Renault Duster - REVIEW - can it handle the heat?
Просмотров 2 тыс.3 года назад
Renault Duster - REVIEW - can it handle the heat?
Mazda BT-50 - REVIEW - face value
Просмотров 13 тыс.3 года назад
Mazda BT-50 - REVIEW - face value
2021 Subaru WRX manual - REVIEW - last of the breed
Просмотров 24 тыс.3 года назад
2021 Subaru WRX manual - REVIEW - last of the breed
Suzuki Swift Sport - QUICK SPIN - fun like it should be
Просмотров 2,1 тыс.3 года назад
Suzuki Swift Sport - QUICK SPIN - fun like it should be
Porsche Taycan Turbo S - REVIEW - warp speed...everywhere you want it
Просмотров 8554 года назад
Porsche Taycan Turbo S - REVIEW - warp speed...everywhere you want it
MINI Cooper S Electric Hatch - REVIEW - actually quite good
Просмотров 1,6 тыс.4 года назад
MINI Cooper S Electric Hatch - REVIEW - actually quite good
Hayden Paddon and his amazing electric rally car
Просмотров 8 тыс.4 года назад
Hayden Paddon and his amazing electric rally car
Mercedes-AMG GLC 63S - REVIEW - too much ain't enough
Просмотров 14 тыс.4 года назад
Mercedes-AMG GLC 63S - REVIEW - too much ain't enough
Mazda3 Takami Skyactiv-X - Quick Spin - the car with two engines (sort of)
Просмотров 21 тыс.4 года назад
Mazda3 Takami Skyactiv-X - Quick Spin - the car with two engines (sort of)
Landrover Defender - REVIEW - would I buy one?
Просмотров 3,5 тыс.4 года назад
Landrover Defender - REVIEW - would I buy one?
Jaguar F-Type P575 R - Quick Spin - loud and proud
Просмотров 2,5 тыс.4 года назад
Jaguar F-Type P575 R - Quick Spin - loud and proud

Комментарии

  • @GomJabaar-pr1ou
    @GomJabaar-pr1ou 18 дней назад

    Just took delivery of my third one - joy!

  • @rommelreyes2209
    @rommelreyes2209 Месяц назад

    KGM is now selling this at 44k. I think it is worth at this new price point. Did you hear if they already fixed the infortainment system?

  • @followyourheart2310
    @followyourheart2310 Месяц назад

    Can an panaromic sunroof be installed on the metal part of the roof like the Mercres Benz SLC 300.

  • @leehayes66
    @leehayes66 Месяц назад

    Turbo lag? The A45 lag was deadly

  • @Random_s_t_u_ff
    @Random_s_t_u_ff Месяц назад

    Anyone if the 6.0 Litre is good too?

  • @shaunmaree6493
    @shaunmaree6493 Месяц назад

    Better looking than a Commondore in my opion.

  • @eish3291
    @eish3291 Месяц назад

    Chances are that the next generation mg4 will have more steering feedback.

  • @wall-e1681
    @wall-e1681 Месяц назад

    Thanks for review. I have the same hybrid Xv with right-side wheel, but in far east part of Russia, where we by cars from inside Japanese market 😊

  • @CaelstromPC
    @CaelstromPC Месяц назад

    Could be the world's best car. It's just flat out too ugly to consider

  • @devilmaycry0917
    @devilmaycry0917 Месяц назад

    need walkinshaw w375

  • @wilsonov87
    @wilsonov87 Месяц назад

    Yo that's a mark 4 not a mark 3.... mark 3 is NC.

    • @CarNutvideos
      @CarNutvideos Месяц назад

      I quite clearly state up front it’s the 3rd version of the ND…. Thanks for watching.

  • @Teksoldiers
    @Teksoldiers Месяц назад

    U are way to old for this. Best car in class 😅

    • @CarNutvideos
      @CarNutvideos Месяц назад

      How beautifully ageist of you -congrats.

  • @jestronixhanderson9898
    @jestronixhanderson9898 Месяц назад

    Ah doesnt get old :) its very handy to have, merging, off the lights. This isnt a sports car, nor is it sold as one, this is a family car with poke. And closest thing to a shooting brake. with coilovers , wider tyres, softer front sway, it would possibly be more spirited. But not what it was sold as. :)

  • @jasonwalters6329
    @jasonwalters6329 2 месяца назад

    That’s your missus with the Bob cut.

  • @jasonwalters6329
    @jasonwalters6329 2 месяца назад

    Pretty cool you got a sound engineer to mic up your car!!🇦🇺🇦🇺👌

  • @thefathippy
    @thefathippy 2 месяца назад

    New owner here. I agree. Too heavy, and not enough feedback from the connection to the road to be a fair dinkum hot hatch contender. For me the beauty is that I can drive it sensibly and reasonably economically, then bung it in Sport, and go nuts. And damn, go nuts is an understatement. 😱😂 Bearing mind I'm a moto guy, not a car guy, the greatest compliment I can give is that my XPower overtakes like a fast motorbike. 😱 Despite occasional hooning, current economy calculates to over 400km range. It's a good car with minor flaws, and runout sales here meant I paid much less than $NZ65k. A few extra dollars spent by MG could have made it amazing. I'm really struggling to find the right words for this - I'd say it's more a car that adds enjoyment to driving, as distinct from a car you drive for the enjoyment of driving, if that makes sense. 🤷

    • @CarNutvideos
      @CarNutvideos 2 месяца назад

      Thanks for sharing your experiences. I’m pleased to hear you’re taking the XPOWER at face value and enjoying it the way it delivers best. Long may your satisfaction with it last. Cheers for watching. 👍

  • @SPQRTempus
    @SPQRTempus 3 месяца назад

    So the MG4 XPower would compete against the Kia EV6 GT, Hyundai Ioniq 5N and Tesla Model 3 performance then? Considering how much more power they all make and their significantly higher price tags I am not so sure. I think it currently stands alone at it's price point, and good on MG for selling it. Whether it will sell is another story entirely though...

  • @P-Bee
    @P-Bee 3 месяца назад

    I've had the RWD MG4 for nearly a year and really enjoy the drive. The chassis and power delivery are really pretty impressive in comparison to previous hot hatches I've had. Even prefer it over my 300bhp Subaru it replaces. Don't think I would pay the extra for the Xpower but can't argure with the numbers. The whole MG4 range certainly puts some price pressure on competitors to sharpen their prices

  • @paultaylor5626
    @paultaylor5626 3 месяца назад

    "I dinnae, Captain! I've got range anxiety an' build quality issues. I cannae do it!"

    • @CarNutvideos
      @CarNutvideos 3 месяца назад

      “Now no one has to tell an old Aberdeen pub crawler how to applaud, Captain.”

  • @MrrNacho
    @MrrNacho 3 месяца назад

    I see this car driving around Epsom quite often. XPOW3R

    • @CarNutvideos
      @CarNutvideos 3 месяца назад

      Just don’t try to drag it off at the lights. 👍

  • @MegaGnerd
    @MegaGnerd 3 месяца назад

    Body styling is 🤮 Alloys look like flower petals

  • @RobClubley
    @RobClubley 3 месяца назад

    Not known for having an open mind lol.

  • @Marc-it
    @Marc-it 4 месяца назад

    That´s the right car for our GERMAN AUTOBAHN... No Speed Limit!

  • @Bytesplice
    @Bytesplice 4 месяца назад

    Thanks for the lift. I continue to notice MX-5 drivers smile and giggle their way down the road!

  • @derekdandrea3374
    @derekdandrea3374 4 месяца назад

    1000% the most practical Miata review I’ve watched in the last week. Been binging the videos hard and this was such a breath of fresh air!!! Thank you for sparing us the boring spec sheet nonsense that people can find literal ANYWHERE. Strict focus on the JOY of this vehicle and it’s purpose. Brilliant idea to introduce ‘average’ people to the car to elicit genuine reactions to this cars unique character! Perfect video my friend. Kudos from Canada.

    • @CarNutvideos
      @CarNutvideos 4 месяца назад

      Thanks so much for your very encouraging feedback. Great to hear you liked the review. Cheers for watching. Blu.

  • @JakobusVdL
    @JakobusVdL 4 месяца назад

    that's very impressive. looks like it gives feedback you can use, and that driver coaches like Mike Eaddy can use to guide you. I'll have a look at the app, figure out how to shave a few sec off my work commute ;-)

  • @ttecsolar2846
    @ttecsolar2846 4 месяца назад

    Are 2.8 diesel or petrol V8?

  • @Jason.1999
    @Jason.1999 4 месяца назад

    very nice review ! very informative and tuched on everything mosty focused on the motor just how i like it

    • @Jason.1999
      @Jason.1999 4 месяца назад

      one thing you didnt mention at all is the Automatic Gearbox Mazda was known for shity automatic gearboxed in the MX5 untoll 3d gen and in the RX-8 too which was being built until 2012 well im guessing they have improved them since havent heard anything about them in recent years which is a good thing

    • @CarNutvideos
      @CarNutvideos 4 месяца назад

      Glad you liked it! Thank you. 👍

  • @colonelquickshifter6534
    @colonelquickshifter6534 4 месяца назад

    Brought mine last week - absolutely love it . Happy to pay the little extra in fuel

  • @danowen79
    @danowen79 4 месяца назад

    You can charge to 100% just fine. It means don’t do this every single day. Save it for when you need the full range, which for most people is more occasionally than a daily commute.

  • @zmike
    @zmike 4 месяца назад

    This Peugeot Rhx or a VW passat B7 or B8 ???

  • @rickpease1911
    @rickpease1911 5 месяцев назад

    Soccer moms want a Mustang too😂😂😂

  • @clayton4115
    @clayton4115 5 месяцев назад

    What battery type does the 77 model have? NMC as well?

  • @jancadil2378
    @jancadil2378 5 месяцев назад

    what a great review :) Im surprised that you only have 6k followers.. Greetings from th Czech republic! :)

    • @CarNutvideos
      @CarNutvideos 5 месяцев назад

      Thanks very much. As long as someone’s finding the videos useful/entertaining I’m happy. Cheers for watching.

  • @nc2988
    @nc2988 5 месяцев назад

    after driving 4 cyl Japanese cars my entire life, I got the 2004 SL500....omg, the smooth power of this car feels heavenly; everything about this car exudes tremendous quality, and yes it is a head turner. The car is now 20 years old but the styling is timeless art; I predict it will be deemed a collectible classic soon and, due to depreciation, a pretty nice bargain at today's prices. Thanks to consumer reports for their fanatical dislike of European cars, we can get these at tremendously depreciated prices so...take advantage, I say. My SL500 has 68k miles on it and runs better than new; I plan to maintain it till the cows come home; daily commute it with the top down; road trips to national parks thousands of miles away. Let the peons in traffic think I'm rich with me with the top down, and maybe I am; I certainly feel rich driving this undeniably upscale convertible thru town. If I wasn't already happily married, I't be picking up gold-diggers left and right by the university and have them buy me happy meals at the drive thru, among other delightful offerings.

  • @lindavandenbraber5019
    @lindavandenbraber5019 5 месяцев назад

    The rear is, to me, reminiscent of 90s Hyundai Santa Fe 😉

  • @akalunatic3571
    @akalunatic3571 6 месяцев назад

    I thought you made a really awesome vid . Thourghly enjoyed it good job

    • @CarNutvideos
      @CarNutvideos 6 месяцев назад

      Thanks very much. Cheers for watching. 👍

  • @duncanweel7259
    @duncanweel7259 6 месяцев назад

    I would rather drill into my eyes with a jack hammer than be seen driving this POS. I WANT A V8 REAR WHEEL DRIVE MANUAL ! That's a Holden.

  • @samg8388
    @samg8388 6 месяцев назад

    The reviewer obviously is a BMW fan boy. Go and review M5 or M2. Who cares what you love more! You’re here reviewing a beast, a complete beast which I just purchased yesterday 2021 model in selenite grey. Shame on you for comparing it to M5 totally different cars. You’d rather compare it to a BMW X3M competition. It’s like driving a BMW X3M and comparing it to an AMG C63S. You’re not sounding smart at all….

    • @CarNutvideos
      @CarNutvideos 6 месяцев назад

      As a completely impartial person it’s so great to hear from another one. Do you think that maybe your purchase of this vehicle might be slightly influencing your response to any critique of it? A tad defensive methinks. Enjoy your ride.

    • @CarNutvideos
      @CarNutvideos 6 месяцев назад

      Thanks for watching. 👍

  • @kienfung3045
    @kienfung3045 6 месяцев назад

    What a beautiful car

  • @gospelofrye6881
    @gospelofrye6881 7 месяцев назад

    In 2024 I've now driven maybe 20 different cars (it's a job thing). The loud blinkers are a feature not a bug when you drive on rough, loud Aussie tarmac, especially in the bush. And the horn is tuned for how you use a horn most of the time: For telling people to move off on a green light, or to stop backing out into you etc. It's a nice soft toot instead of a BEEEP! that instantly causes road rage. A little "PARP" doesn't make anyone angry. Someone thought about this horn. NGL I do miss air horns on sedans though. My dad's 1980 Falcon had an air horn. When we were 7-8, we thought it was the absolute best.

  • @Nickcycling
    @Nickcycling 7 месяцев назад

    Can’t believe the hipe about range🤬whenever I do a trip I stop every two hours pee and top the tank Why not the same with EV The oil companies continue to trying to spread panic range it just total crap

  • @saddammalima8458
    @saddammalima8458 7 месяцев назад

    What a waste was in the market for one of this but it lacks a lot for the price . Currently have a gwm steed 5 2.5tci wanted an automatic 4x4 but this aint it.

  • @davidshepherd846
    @davidshepherd846 7 месяцев назад

    Best review ever!!!

    • @CarNutvideos
      @CarNutvideos 7 месяцев назад

      Gee, thanks David. Glad to help. Blu.

  • @r.gelmers6580
    @r.gelmers6580 7 месяцев назад

    The car does not use the side skirt cameras for the 270 degree camera. That would be the ones in the mirrors. The side skirt cameras are for the side view. There's a dedicated button, above the park sensor button beside the gear lever, for that. It's a different option alltogether.

  • @Jonse70
    @Jonse70 7 месяцев назад

    1 pedal driving can potentially mess up your brakes over time. You need to use them 😉

  • @MrChristocentric
    @MrChristocentric 8 месяцев назад

    funny guy

  • @Paulo-ov4yo
    @Paulo-ov4yo 8 месяцев назад

    Bit of everything thrown in on the design front.

  • @MarthaMansbridge
    @MarthaMansbridge 8 месяцев назад

    You can adjust the volume of the indicator in every other KGM model so I would expect you can in this too. It's a neat feature for those hard of hearing for sure. As for the screen - unfortunately, KGM have got issues like many brands with infotaintment - KGM particularly have crashing issues, black screens and memory issues where settings are forgotten. It's a pretty big problem for them and more annoying it's happening on the latest models. KGM have - for example - only just fixed a software issue that afflicted all Rexton and Musso models since 2021 whereby their centre screens would crash - sometimes constantly. They have only now in March 2024, sorted this issue out and are rolling out an update for existing owners. It's a real shame for them because I think they have some great models - Korean made (not Chinese as many people seemed to think given the now ditched 'Ssangyong' brand name). I've had a few, have the latest Rexton with the new interior - it's a great car!

    • @CarNutvideos
      @CarNutvideos 7 месяцев назад

      Thanks for that detailed comment. Really great to hear from an owner and get some background on the screen / software issues. As you say, if they could sort that, pretty much everything else is hunky-dory. Cheers for watching. Blu.

  • @fidelthomas7762
    @fidelthomas7762 8 месяцев назад

    Thank you for the information, should be collecting mine in a few days.

    • @CarNutvideos
      @CarNutvideos 7 месяцев назад

      Great to hear. Would be keen to learn how it goes over the longer term so please feel free to keep us up with your experiences with the Torres. Blu.