Driving

The new Tesla Model Y Performance has arrived in Israel and is NIS 45,000 more expensive

The new performance version of the world’s best-selling electric vehicle climbs to NIS 334,000, as Chinese manufacturers launch more and more powerful and cheaper electric crossovers.

Tesla Model Y Performance.
Updated Sportage. The main change is in the powertrain, which increased from 210 to 235 hp.

Updated Kia Sportage in Israel. The price didn’t change, so what did?

At almost 5 meters long, it should be able to carry 7 adults.

On top of JAC and Chery: MG 7-seater plug-in crossover at a bargain

The front resembles the other models from the manufacturer, while the overall design is much more restrained.

Hongqi launches electric crossover at NIS 180,000


Range upgraded to 750 km - Tesla Model 3 breaks Israeli record

Tesla Model 3 gets a facelift. The rear-wheel-drive Long Range now has Israel's longest range - 750 km, enough Tel Aviv–Eilat round trip. The turn signal stalk returns.

The turn signal stalk is back, replacing the unnecessary button.

Elantra N: Doubt there will be another car like this

Israel’s best-selling Elantra arrives in sporty N version with rare manual option. But is it more than just an economical leasing car?

Hyundai made enough exterior changes so that the N wouldn’t look like the neighbor’s Elantra.

Children are joy: Israel’s cheapest 7-seater car in its first test

A brand-new 7-seat SUV for the price of a Toyota Yaris Cross – and it’s German? Meet the new Opel Frontera. Is it worth it, and what’s the catch behind the price? First drive in Israel.

The additional roof color enhances the appearance.

After a NIS 60,000 price drop: Is this Chinese car the deal of the automotive market?

The Lynk & Co 01, the plug-in hybrid crossover, returns to Israel with a refreshed model and a significant price reduction. Will it manage to charm more Israelis than its predecessor?

Lynk & Co 01.

Wait a moment on the electric revolution: First drive of the Leapmotor C10 Plug-In

After its electric model underperformed in Israel, the Chinese Leapmotor C10 crossover adds a gasoline engine to charge the battery, aiming to rival the country’s top-selling cars.

Reminiscent of older generations of the Porsche Cayenne.

JAECOO 5 in its first Israeli test

The JAC 7, Israel’s best-seller this year, now has a younger sibling, the JAC 5: Faster, cheaper, and designed to become the next market hit.

Very relevant to the local market. JAC 5

This new Chinese car looks like a Tesla but costs NIS 60,000 less

Walla & Ma'ariv Car Supplement: HT leads Aion's push in Israel. Looks like a Model Y, but bigger, better equipped, cheaper. First drive impressions inside.

"More attractive and larger than the Model Y in every aspect

From NIS 165,000, up to 589 km range: A new electric crossover that isn’t Chinese

The Kia EV3 launched locally against Chinese models, with two battery options and three trims, expected to revive EV purchases by agencies avoiding Chinese cars.

Korean Answer.

The cheapest plug-in in the country: BYD for NIS 167,000

The Chinese manufacturer launches another crossover, the Sea Lion 5, aimed directly at the country’s best-selling car, the JAC 7. What is the electric range?

BYD Sea Lion 5

Chery launches FX Hybrid: Around 19 km per liter, starting from NIS 153,000

The Chinese crossover, previously available in gasoline and electric models, now gets a version that meets the current market trend: Fuel-efficient without the hassle of charging.

Chery FX Hybrid