The small fully electric SUV is likely available now in two variants: RWD and AWD the former running a single motor delivering 200kW/343Nm the latter dual-motor with 315kW/543Nm sharing the same 66kWh battery pack with range claimed at 540km and 470km respectively.

Toyota’s GR upgrade program continues with Corolla GR and Yaris GR benefitting from more torque/power and an eight-speed automatic transmission option. Interior changes arrive, more drive modes, aero enhancements, more technology and infotainment, and more ADAS tech.

Joining the six-speed automatic LandCruiser 70 Series four-cylinder is a five-speed manual variant with revised gearing, strengthened clutch, and gearbox, higher differential ratio, and a triple synchro’ on first gear. A range of durability upgrades also make an appearance.

Nissan has facelifted its small UK-built Qashqai SUV with refreshed looks and additional technology the model also gaining new alloys and colours. Inside is tweaked with new materials and ambient lighting partially quilted leather or Alcantara upholstery higher grade. No mechanical changes.

Kia’s Mexican-made K4 small sedan replaces the Cerato and will be offered with naturally aspirated Atkinson cycle 2.0-litre and turbo 1.6-litre four-cylinder engines, the former with a CVT and the latter an eight-speed automatic.

LDV’s D90 seven-seat large SUV packs a new Miller Cycle 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine for 2025 and towing capacity goes up rated at 3000kg with fuel economy at 9.1 litres per 100km. Efficiency is aided by a new eight-speed automatic transmission.

A 2.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine lifted from other models is now available on the new Hyundai Santa Fe with performance gains, 2000kg towing capacity in FWD and AWD configuration with eight-speed DCT transmission.

Incoming GWM H6 GT PHEV, the company’s first plug-in Down Under scores stronger performance from combined turbo petrol 1.5-litre four-cylinder engine and no less than three electric motors. Output is 342kW/762Nm, 4.9 second 0-100km/h, claimed 1000km range.

Ford’s new FWD people mover is Transit-based in two grades Active and Titanium X both with 2.0-litre turbo diesel engine. Seating for up to eight across a flexible track-based and customisable seating system.

American luxury car brand Cadillac finally hits the market with tis Lyriq large electric SUV undercutting its German competition on price, the US-built luxury SUV also outpowering them. Luxury and Sport trim levels are available both with a dual-motor all-wheel drive powertrain.

BYD’s first Shark 6 dual-cab one-tonne 4x4 petrol/electric ute has gone to its new Brisbane owner. It is one of the first hybrid utes here and uses its ICE engine as a generator (EREV). Output is 320kW/650Nm with claimed EV only range of 100km.

Medium size premium fully electric SUV model’s arrival marked by initial price cut and free recharging via Chargefox for a year. All Q4 E-Trons are equipped with an 82kWh battery (gross) while driving range varies from 488km to 540km (WLTP) depending on variant.

Audi’s A3 and S3 Sedan and Sportback arrive with higher prices, MHEV tech, new exterior and interior look, sportier dynamics and more performance which Audi says provides better value.