Top 10 most popular car reviews on Drive in 2024
01/01/2025 04:00 PM
Drive's new-car assessments have wrapped up for 2024 with a few surprises on the 'most-read list' – including a $120,000 electric sports car.
Another year is almost over, so it's time to look back at the stories most popular with Drive readers in 2024 across our news, reviews and advice content.
In this edition, we've compiled a list of the Top 10 car reviews clicked on in 2024.
Drive assesses around 400 different cars each year in our Melbourne and Sydney garages – in addition to the endless number of local and international launch events our journalists attend annually.
In 2024, our most-read list was led by the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid – no surprise, as the RAV4 is Australia's second-best-selling car, and medium SUVs are the most popular type of vehicle.
However, new-car sales data doesn't always translate to what our readers are most interested in, with some surprises – including the MG Cyberster electric sports car and the new-generation Ford Mustang – making the list.
The list below represents the most-read car reviews of 2024 on Drive.com.au.
10. 2025 Toyota Tundra: Australian first drive
Date published: 18 January 2024
| Likes | Dislikes |
| Smooth-shifting 10-speed transmission | Seats are very broad and offer minimal side support |
| Compliant and resolved ride quality | Questions over real-world fuel economy |
| Tows 4500kg like a dream | Still at least a year away from Australian retail sales |
| Drive Expert Rating: Not yet rated |
To read the full review of the 2024 Toyota Tundra, click on the link below.
MORE: 2025 Toyota Tundra review VIDEO: Australian first drive
9. 2025 MG Cyberster: Australian first drive
Date published: 20 November 2024
| Likes | Dislikes |
| Beautifully crafted interior | Handling and steering aren’t sharp enough |
| Swift and silent open-air motoring is a hoot | Slow-moving doors aren’t your friend in the rain |
| Comfortable enough to live with every day | Over-the-top infotainment for a driver-focused car |
| Drive Expert Rating: 7.6/10 |
To read the full review of the 2025 MG Cyberster, click on the link below.
MORE: 2025 MG Cyberster review: Australian first drive
8. 2024 Ford Mustang: Australian first drive
Date published: 19 September 2024
| Likes | Dislikes |
| Still wildly entertaining whatever the speed | Very little has changed inside the cabin from the predecessor |
| V8 and manual combo is a recipe for success | Substantially more expensive than before |
| Infotainment update brings cool new features | 10-speed automatic lacks precision, intuitiveness |
| Drive Expert Rating: 7.8/10 |
To read the full review of the 2024 Ford Mustang, click on the link below.
MORE: 2024 Ford Mustang review: Australian first drive
7. 2024 Nissan Patrol Warrior
Date published: 9 January 2024
| Likes | Dislikes |
| That wonderful V8 now really sounds the part | While updated, the interior still feels very old |
| Suspension upgrades offer a nice improvement over the standard set-up | 2.8 tonnes is not to be trifled with off-road |
| Some of the biggest tyres you’ll get on a showroom floor | Extra weight and A/T tyres make the V8 even thirstier |
| Drive Expert Rating: 7.6/10 |
To read the full review of the 2024 Nissan Patrol Warrior, click on the link below.
MORE: 2024 Nissan Patrol Warrior review VIDEO
6. 2025 Toyota LandCruiser Prado: Australian first drive
Date published: 21 November 2024
| Likes | Dislikes |
| Excellent off-road ability and technology | Imperfect third row and boot packaging… |
| Well balanced and refined steering and ride quality | …made worse by no sliding second row |
| 110-litre standard fuel tank good for 4×4 touring | Outgunned for grunt and value by Ford Everest |
| Drive Expert Rating: 7.4/10 |
To read the full review of the 2025 Toyota LandCruiser Prado, click on the link below.
MORE: 2025 Toyota LandCruiser Prado review: Australian first drive
5. 2024 BYD Seal Premium
Date published: 2 April 2024
| Likes | Dislikes |
| Styling impresses in-person | Inconsistent driveline calibration |
| Sharply priced for the segment | Real-world range is not quite there |
| Impressive comfort and refinement | Warranty exclusions |
| Drive Expert Rating: 7.5/10 |
To read the full review of the 2024 BYD Seal Premium, click on the link below.
MORE: 2024 BYD Seal Premium review
4. 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Exceed Tourer
Date published: 17 February 2024
| Likes | Dislikes |
| Extremely frugal if used in the right way | Some cheap-feeling interior parts |
| Ride comfort | Value equation for Exceed Tourer doesn’t stack up |
| High driving position affords 4WD-like view over road | Limited appeal to select few buyers |
| Drive Expert Rating: 7.5/10 |
To read the full review of the 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Exceed Tourer, click on the link below.
MORE: 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Exceed Tourer review
3. 2024 GWM Haval H6 Ultra Hybrid
Date published: 1 February 2024
| Likes | Dislikes |
| Well-presented and spacious cabin | Fuel efficiency doesn’t match the claim |
| Great level of included kit | Front seats short on under-thigh support |
| Very affordable upfront, and ongoing | Suspension tune lacks finesse |
| Drive Expert Rating: 7.5/10 |
To read the full review of the 2024 GWM Haval H6 Ultra Hybrid, click on the link below.
MORE: 2024 GWM Haval H6 Ultra Hybrid review
2. 2024 BYD Sealion 6 Dynamic
Date published: 17 June 2024
| Likes | Dislikes |
| Sharp price given size and equipment | Not confidence-inspiring to drive |
| Spacious, well-presented interior | Climate controls hidden in the touchscreen are distracting |
| Versatile hybrid technology gives best of petrol and electric power | Overzealous safety technology needs more refinement |
| Drive Expert Rating: 7.3/10 |
To read the full review of the 2024 BYD Sealion 6 Dynamic, click on the link below.
MORE: 2024 BYD Sealion 6 Dynamic review
1. 2024 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XSE
Date published: 8 February 2024
| Likes | Dislikes |
| Impressive fuel efficiency | Lengthy wait times |
| Easy handling instils driver confidence | No 360-degree camera |
| Practical, no-frills car that's hard to fault | Frustratingly slow power tailgate operation |
| Drive Expert Rating: 8.3/10 |
To read the full review of the 2024 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XSE, click on the link below.
MORE: 2024 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XSE review
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