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BMW calls for Australia's "outdated" Luxury Car Tax to be scrapped
The German automaker says Australia's Luxury Car Tax, which changes again from today, is outdated and should be abolished.
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BMW Australia rules out hydrogen X5
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2027 BMW X5 and iX5 EV: New-generation SUV range revealed, Australian timing locked in
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BMW iX5 electric SUV revealed with brand’s largest-ever battery
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2026 CarExpert Choice winner: Best Luxury Large SUV
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Next petrol BMW M3 won't be a plug-in hybrid, may offer a manual option
While an electric BMW M3 is just around the corner, the petrol-powered version will escape major electrification.
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2026 CarExpert Choice winner: Best Luxury Mid-Size SUV
Distinctive styling inside and out, standout technology and classic BMW dynamic excellence make the X3 a winner.
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Electric BMW M3 previewed by M Neue Klasse concept
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2026 CarExpert Choice winner: Best Luxury Mid-Size Car
The BMW 3 Series well and truly lives up to its reputation as the standard-bearer in this segment.
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2027 BMW X1: Updated small SUV spied with Neue Klasse design
The flagship version of BMW's smallest SUV has been spotted wearing design cues from the brand's new EVs.
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2026 CarExpert Choice winner: Best EV – Small SUV
The BMW iX1 is one polished small electric SUV and a compelling entry point to the luxury brand's EV lineup.
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2027 BMW 7 Series: Updated luxury limo priced for Australia, i7 EV pricing unchanged
BMW is keeping the price of its overhauled i7 electric flagship unchanged as Australian EV sales reach record levels.
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2027 BMW M2 adds AWD option, in Australia later this year
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2026 BMW iX3 EV dips under $90,000 with new base model
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BMW 1 Series to go back to the future with rear-wheel drive - report
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First electric BMW M3 won’t cost a lot more than the petrol version – report
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