The Week That Was – Jeep Renegade Volkswagen Passat BMW M2

It's been a sell-out success overseas, and Jeep's fun-sized, Fiat-based Renegade compact SUV is finally here on our shores.

But if you were expecting a cut-price alternative to the slightly larger Jeep Compass and Patriot, think again.

The Renegade starts at $29,500 for the base model Renegade Sport manual, and stretches all the way up to $41,500 for the offroad-ready Trailhawk.

A new, value-led Volkswagen Passat arrived in Australia this week with more powerful engines, increased standard equipment, added safety equipment, and most importantly, a starting price $4000 less than the model it replaces.

Built atop Volkswagen’s modular MQB platform, the new Passat is lighter and more efficient than before.

The new model range offers two petrol powered variants, and a range-topping diesel.

the week that was.