Polestar’s latest coupe-SUV slots between the 2 and 3 both in terms of size and price. It has windowless rear-end, dual blade headlights, retractable door handles, flush DLO with frameless door glass, rear aero blades, and rear light bar in single- and dual-motor versions.

Honda has cut the entry-grade, petrol-powered Civic for 2025 while introducing a range of new technologies and a new, more affordable hybrid-powered e:HEV L variant. All future grades – excluding the Type R – to be offered exclusively with petrol-electric hybrid running gear.

The Blade is a dual-cab ute modified by Walkinshaw Automotive for a bespoke tuning and styling program to create a rough-road-ready range-topping version of the popular Japanese-branded pick-up. The model retains Isuzu’s venerable 3.0-litre four-cylinder turbodiesel.

The Daily 4x4 is revised for 2025 with new front suspension, additional kit and comfort features while retaining its well-known off-road capabilities. Changes mirror those from the 4x2 variant last year including Euro 6 emissions compliance.

The SE is a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) version of Lamborghini’s family-focused Urus SUV with a 456kW/800Nm 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 attached to a 141kW/483Nm electric motor – for a combined 588kW/950Nm – mated to an all-new all-wheel drive system.

Peugeot’s 308 GT Hybrid hatch replaces the PHEV variant as the French brand electrifies in Australia. Power is from a 1.2-litre turbocharged three-cylinder petrol engine hooked up to an electric traction motor driving the front wheels through a revised six-speed DCT.

New four variant all-electric Macan is the best electric SUV on the market, says Porsche, topped by the all-out Macan Turbo which produces a dizzying 470kW/1130Nm “setting a real benchmark in the segment”, precisely where the company wants to be with Macan.

Toyota’s GR 86 undergoes a mild updated including the introduction of a Limited Edition variant. Changes include multiple mechanical and dynamic enhancements, revised throttle mapping, omission of the engine’s ignition delay control system, and retuned steering.

Toyota’s full-size pick-up is the priciest in its segment sporting a petrol/electric 3.5-litre twin turbo V6 parallel hybrid powertrain with 326kW/790Nm. Imposing presence heightened by huge grille, boxy styling, the US-sourced model converted by Walkinshaw Automotive in Melbourne.

Distinctively styled, the Deliver 7 continues LDV’s cut-price drive-away van offensive with the launch of the turbodiesel-powered model in Australia sitting alongside the battery electric eDeliver 7 that arrived earlier this year.

Refreshed styling, new technology and more standard equipment is available across 118 and M135 xDrive variants. Revisions made inside and out include more ADAS technology, X1 SUV inspired styling details, and a choice of three- and four-cylinder turbo petrol powertrains.

A midlife update sees the entry-grade 220i dropped from the range, which now begins with the 230i. All BMW 2 Series variants gain equipment including heated front seats with lumbar support, parking assistance technology, and tyre pressure monitoring.

Only 50 examples of this GT3 inspired model will make it here with a 3.0-litre twin-turbocharged six-cylinder petrol engine – shared with track-focused models – giving the M4 CS the same 405kW/650Nm output as the CSL, and a 15kW bump over the M4 Competition Coupe.

The 2500kg all-wheel drive M5 is cheaper and more powerful than its predecessor. The larger model offers plug-in hybrid driveline technology with a 4.4-litre twin-turbocharged V8 petrol engine and an electric motor combining to provide a total of 535kW/1000Nm.

For 2025, the entry-grade X3 20 xDrive adds an all-wheel drive chassis and mild hybrid driveline technology to the range, combining a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine with 48-volt technology to deliver 140kW of power (+5kW) and 310Nm of torque (+10Nm).

CHERY’S first fully electric BEV, the Omoda E5 small SUV arrives in two grades, BX and EX, both with premium features sharing the same styling, front-wheel drive and single electric motor with 150kW and 340Nm claimed to give 430km (WLTP).

Brutally quick (0-100km/h 2.6 secs) Chevy Corvette E-Ray hybrid electric sports coupe arrives in limited supply. All-wheel drive powertrain pairs a 6.2-litre V8 driving the rear wheels with a front-axle electric motor for 488kW and 806Nm.

A MY25 facelift to the large sedan that brings styling updates and additional safety, comfort and convenience technology. Range has been cut to two: 2.5T RWD four-cylinder and 3.5T AWD V6 turbocharged petrol-powered plus genesis connected services.

Customer test drives now available for incoming T9 one tonne utility available in two grades from over 50 dealerships, the JAC Motors T9 is said to be generating significant interest with customers already placing deposits on the dual-cab, four-wheel drive model.

The GranTurismo coupe is available in two petrol-powered variants with a BEV (Folgore) model down the track. The sleek Modena and Trofeo utilise a 3.0-litre Nettuno twin-turbo petrol V6, in 365kW/600Nm and 410kW/650Nm tune. An eight-speed auto puts power to the rear wheels.

CLE-Class Coupe has arrived joining the CLE-Class Cabriolet in offering the best of two-door C- and E-Class models combined into a singular tasteful package. The 2.0-litre turbo petrol with MHEV assistance Coupe is available in 200 and 300 grades.

Next-gen’ mid-size SUV from MG available with petrol and (soon) plug-in hybrid engine options. Generous equipment levels across three variants, powered by an updated 1.5-litre turbo four-cylinder petrol engine with 125kW/275Nm of torque.

An updated Outlander is due soon with new technology, revised styling and an improved plug-in hybrid powertrain. The model to feature a “more refined and sophisticated” frontal treatment, revised colours and alloy wheels up to 20-inch and a “greatly improved” interior.

Navara SL-based Black Edition is here now adding what the importer says is additional style, substance and ingenuity. Up to $9700 of additional value but only 400 available. Scores black body hardware, sports bar, better rubber and shiny 17-inch alloys.

Peugeot’s mid-sized all-electric E-3008 might make it here this month joining other Peugeot electric models including the E-2008 and E-Partner – the E-3008 is offered with a choice of three powertrains in its home market. Range listed at up to 700km.

Renault’s updated Small segment SUV-coupe out of South Korea adopts refreshed looks, a new high-spec Esprit Alpine variant, and updated equipment. Three variants all with a 1.3-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine delivering 115kW and 262Nm.

SMART kicks-off (again) with the #1 and #3 (pronounced hashtag one and three) all electric models in a six-variant line-up headlined by high-performance Brabus versions of each range the Geely-owned brand positioned as a high-tech, premium EV.

Volkswagen introduces its updated T-Cross this month the light-segment SUV scoring raft of equipment upgrades and freshened looks but with big price rises of up to $4000. The T-Cross is the recipient of an updated exterior design, dashboard, and the latest electronic safety systems.

Swift Hybrid city car arrives with aggressive drive-away pricing and in three variants. All feature a 1.2-litre three-cylinder petrol mild-hybrid driveline developing 61kW and 112Nm. Ultra efficient fuel consumption, five-speed manual or continuously variable transmission options available.

Polestar’s first SUV will arrive this month, the ‘3’ a mid-sized electric offering available initially with 360kW or 380kW Long Range Dual Motor drivelines, standard air suspension, panoramic glass roof, LED lighting inside and out, and 21-inch alloy wheels. RWD model to follow soon.

Featuring a new infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Hema Maps, the Patrol Warrior further gains wireless device charging, a camera-based rear-view mirror, centre console cool box, new-look alloy wheels, and revised dashboard styling.

Nissan has reintroduced two Pathfinder ST-L variants as the lower priced entry point to the range. Returning after a 14-month absence, the duo offer front- and all-wheel drive configurations, both supplied by Nissan’s faithful 3.5-litre V6 petrol with 202kW and 340Nm.

A mild update to Kia’s Stonic small SUV brings turbo-petrol power as standard across the range. The 1.0-litre three-cylinder units makes 74kW/172Nm and drives the front wheels via a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. Range receives updated equipment, and a price hike.

Revised mid-size Tucson SUV drops turbo-diesel engine and gains petrol-electric hybrid. Petrol 1.6-litre turbo and 2.0-litre remains in FWD and AWD. guise A total of 17 Tucson variants now offered with additional tech and connectivity, mild styling tweaks, and considerable price hikes.

New look 2024 Haval Jolion Hybrid is differentiated from a made-over petrol line-up. Drive-away prices have been trimmed. Petrol Jolion’s 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine is detuned to 105kW (down 5kW) while the turbocharged 1.6-litre petrol engine is no longer available.

Transit Custom line-up arrives with choice of two powertrain configurations – a 125kW/390Nm 2.0-litre turbo-diesel with an eight-speed automatic and FWD, and a 160kW/415Nm single-motor battery-electric E-Transit. NVES may prompt addition of PHEV model down the track.

A large three-row, seven-seat SUV available in two- or all-wheel drive in three versions: Urban, Elite and Ultimate all powered by a 180kW/375Nm 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine driving through seven-speed dual-clutch transmission.

Joining a refresh of the Genesis GV80 large luxury SUV is the South Korean manufacturer’s first coupe-style SUV in a range that is now exclusively powered by a 3.5-litre V6 turbo-petrol.

Large(ish) GWM Cannon Alpha sits size-wise between Cannon and Ford F-150 to be offered with a choice of 2.0-litre turbo-petrol hybrid or 2.4-litre turbo-diesel drivelines lifted from elsewhere in the Chinese manufacturer’s line up.

Incoming 100kW/350Nm 1.9-litre turbo-diesel Isuzu D-Max ute accompanies range wide update. Paired with an Aisin-sourced six-speed automatic transmission with two- and four-wheel drive configurations, minor spec’ changes and equipment additions.

Chinese-made Volvo EX30 small SUV is “the most affordable and fastest accelerating Volvo battery electric model yet.” Three variants come with optimised range, comfort, safety, and versatility. All run 69kWh battery and choice of single or dual motors.

Thoroughly updated Carnival people mover with choice of diesel, petrol, and petrol-electric drivelines (from Sorento Hybrid). Features Kia’s Opposites Unite styling from EV5 and EV9 SUVs. New colours, shift-by-wire selector, new software, Connected Services technologies.

Sleek eleventh gen’ Honda Accord sedan arrives with 2.0-litre petrol hybrid only and CVT at drive away pricing. All-multi-link suspension, four driver selectable modes, three powertrain settings, controllable six setting regen’ braking.

Follows hot on the heels of i30 hybrid sedan and months ahead of the new gen’ i30 hatch. Rocks the same 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol four as before, gains more standard kit, revamped dynamics and tech, radical new looks and available with six-speed manual or eight speed DCT.

New generation Mitsubishi one-tonne ute arrives with revamped 2.4-litre twin-turbo diesel engine and auto only. New body and interior, upgraded ADAS, more kit, improved towing capacity, 2WD and 4WD dual-cab versions available initially. Price rises to match competition.

Due late last year, the priced-up hatch-only new Impreza in L, R and S spec arrives this month with carry-over platform and underpinnings of its predecessor and a familiar driveline with no hybrid or electrification offered. Scores more kit, retains 2.0-litre boxer four cylinder and CVT.

It’s Toyota’s first BEV in Australia and will be available in two configurations: a 150kW/266Nm single-motor front-wheel drive (FWD) and a 160kW/337Nm dual-motor all-wheel drive (AWD). Both run a 71.4kWh lithium-ion battery with AC charging at 11kW and DC at 150kW.

Twin-under-the-skin with Toyota’s bZ4X and the first fully electric Subaru for Oz, the Solterra is also the most expensive model in the Subaru range. The AWD EV is powered by dual electric motors for a combined 160kW/337Nm output and 414km range. Two well-equipped variants are available.

Available to view since late last year, deliveries of the updated Tesla Model 3 are now due. The line-up features significant tweaks to the interior and exterior aimed at keeping it within striking distance of an ever-growing range of competitors. Upgraded suspension is part of the latest overhaul.

Subaru’s BRZ is updated for 2024 to include a new top of the range tS model with handling and braking improvements along with styling and interior tweaks and more features. It is the same under the bonnet, however, with a familiar 2.4-litre four-cylinder petrol and 174kW/250Nm output.

Another possibility this month, the Qashqai e-Power uses Nissan’s clever petrol-electric hybrid powertrain with a three-cylinder ICE engine functioning solely as a generator. Total outputs are 140kW/330Nm to achieve a claimed 1058km range. It is available only in high spec Ti grade.

A possible arrive this month, and initially with six petrol-powered 1.5 or 2.0-litre variants, the new Countryman is bigger and available in front or all-wheel drive. New features include LED headlights and 18 to 20-inch alloy wheels, tech upgrades across the board, and vegan friendly cabin materials

Brutally powerful 2.0-litre four pot AWD hybrid sedan offers 500kW/1020Nm for a 3.4 second 0-100km/h sprint. High tech optimised handling and drive is aided by active rear-axle steering and selectable Drift Mode, and fully variable AMG Performance 4Matic+.

A mild massage for the long-serving CX-5 sees the line-up comprise Maxx, Maxx Sport, Touring, GT SP and Akera variants. Power remains from 2.0-litre and 2.5-litre petrol or 2.5-litre turbo petrol units in front- or all-wheel drive. Some new colours, features and technology is now available

Mazda’s tweaked CX-30 SUV has an efficiency boost with available hybrid powertrain. Advanced safety technology, interior and exterior styling enhancements, improved drive feel, and more customisation opportunities mark the new model that also scores additional equipment.

Scheduled for January, the eDeliver7 BEV boasts a claimed 300km-plus range in 77kWh form and 380km with the 88kWh battery. All variants run a front drive 150kW/330Nm electric motor. Short wheelbase low-roof, mid-wheelbase low-roof and mid-wheelbase mid-roof bodies available.

The updated Sorento boasts a new look inside and out, and new comfort and convenience features, updated technology, and revised safety kit. The line-up continues to offer the choice of four powertrains, including turbo petrol and diesel, hybrid (HEV), and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) formats.

Readily available economical i30 Sedan Hybrid is drive-away priced to target the Toyota Corolla. Features a 1.6-litre petrol-electric hybrid driveline driving the front wheels via a six-speed dual-clutch transmission, it is good for 104kW/147Nm and claimed average of 3.9 litres per 100km.

A maybe for this month is the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N. Eager punters are lining up for the 448kW/770Nm dual-motor BEV with Nurburgring validation. It scores a full array of go-fast bits including rear eLSD, drift mode, boost mode, special tyres, reinforced chassis, 400mm brakes, and race-car style interior.

More powerful turbocharged Omoda arrives as a step-up on the existing 1.5-litre model. With 137kW/275Nm and front- and all-wheel drive available, the model will sit atop the EX variant. It further features a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission and multi-link rear suspension.