A new ‘premium’ electric people mover priced from $106,000 + ORC. Seats seven with eight-seater coming soon. Claimed range is 440km from a 90kWh battery pack across three variants sharing a 180kW/350Nm e-motor. Tows 1.0 tonne.

A sportier Jolion small SUV priced from $36,990 drive-away. Has a performance boost from its new 1.5-litre four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine with 130kW/270Nm, a 20kW and 50Nm increase over other Jolions.

Australia’s best-selling medium SUV scores equipment upgrades, revised pricing for MY23 but no mechanical changes. Prices up by at least $2150 and as much as $2820 balanced by improved multimedia system, connected services and enhanced safety. From $36,550 + ORC.

A special edition, spec-adjusted variant based on the regular 2.5i model that appears to have been commissioned to help overcome supply chain constraints. Initial deliveries expected to commence in time for Christmas priced from $37,890 + ORC.

The electric version of M-B’s V Class (originally Vito van) with seven seats and power from a 150kW/365Nm e-motor driving the front wheels. Gets full luxury treatment and air suspension. Priced at $155,338 + ORC.  

New-generation Pug lobs after a two-year Aussie hiatus with a three model line-up priced from $43,990 + ORC. Model ushers in new tech, more features but four-star Euro NCAP rating and tiny 1.2-litre 96kW three-pot turbo petrol under the bonnet.   

Australia’s first dual-cab e-ute priced at a whopping $92,990 + ORC with rear-wheel drive, towing capacity of 1.0 tonne, no autonomous emergency braking (AEB), blind-spot monitoring or lane departure warning/intervention. A single 130kW/310Nm e-motor and claimed battery range of 330km.

Australia’s first mainstream electric delivery van priced from $99,990 + ORC. Based on Deliver 9 diesel van and available in three body styles with power to the front axle from a 150kW/310Nm e-motor. Range is between 150km – 275km model dependent.

Luxury large SUV updated for 2023 priced from $166,900 + ORC. Scores a raft of styling, technology and powertrain developments including new front end, new M Sport version, up to 23-inch wheels and the latest-generation iDrive control system.

New-generation people mover priced from $53,990 + ORC – higher than the competition but offset by generous equipment and safety kit. Powered by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine with 160kW/360Nm, driving the fronts through an eight-speed auto. Rated at 9.3-litres/100km WLTP combined

Refreshed small SUV with enhanced powertrains, design and technology. Improved drive performance and fuel efficiency on 1.6 T-GDI AWD, additional safety, comfort and convenience features across the range. Second model with Kia Connect telematics. From $29,500 + ORC.

Last of the fourth-generation large SUV with electric assist to a 1.6-litre turbo-petrol engine with AWD through a six speed auto. Combined output is 169kW/350Nm with 6.0L/100km claimed combined economy. Two high-grade versions priced from $63,000 + ORC.

A plug-in hybrid V6 with performance to outpace previous V12 and V8 models. Powered by a 3.0-litre twin-turbo petrol V6 plus a single electric motor with 610kW/740Nm (plus 315Nm from the electric motor). Eight-speed dual-clutch automatic. Yours for $568,300 + ORC.

New entry-level BMW SUV from$53,900 + ORC with changes to size, revised powertrains and a new electrical architecture. Runs revised 1.5-litre three-cylinder (115kW/230Nm) and 2.0-litre four-cylinder (150kW/300Nm) engines to seven speed DCT. Subscription services available.

From $53,200 + ORC, the Drive N is a style-led special edition of the i30 N Premium – in manual and auto – with special wheels, interior upgrades, specific badging and unique colours..

Might make it here this month with a 2.0-litre petrol-electric powertrain to become the first electrified variant in Honda’s small-car range since 2015. Pricing expected to top the $47K petrol VTi-LX. 

Blends SUV, wagon and coupe segments, priced from $57,670 + ORC with 1.6-turbo petrol engine and a tech-rich swag of standard equipment. Its unusual style is true to Citroen form, as is the soft ride.

Now a three-variant EV range priced from $72,000 + ORC that gains more kit, more tech, more power, longer range and longer service intervals. Hopefully availability improvements too?

Upgraded small SUV with changes inside and out, safety, comfort and convenience improvements and newly available 1.6L turbo-petrol with AWD and eight-speed auto. Priced from $27,290 + ORC.

New-generation small SUV priced from $33,890 + ORC packs more power, tech and safety into its larger and more stylish shell. Has a 1.3-litre turbo-petrol engine and CVT auto with hybrid due later.

The second all-electric Volvo, priced from $74,990 + ORC. Has a coupe roofline, high-end features inside, lots of tech and a dual-motor AWD option with punchy 300kW/660Nm outputs.

Priced from $70,200 + ORC with engineering revisions including wider track, disc brakes all round rear sway bar, upgraded suspension and tyres along plus beefy body enhancements. Forms the basis of an anticipated Raptor competitor due next year.

Appealing pumped-up Corolla on stilts styled like a Kluger starting at $33,000 + ORC. Three-variant range shares petrol and hybrid Corolla hatch/sedan powertrains but with 2WD and AWD choices plus more tech.

Full refresh of the seven or eight-seat large SUV with a harder off road edge, priced from $54,190 plus ORC. Comes only with a 202kW/340Nm 3.5L petrol V6 and nine-speed auto in front- or all-wheel drive guises.

Refreshed model scores mild facelift, price increase (to most variants) new technology and additional equipment. Kicks off at $78,900 plus ORCs for the 320i through to $104,900 for the M340i XDrive.

A medium/large, luxury SUV, fully electric with the 360kW dual motor setup from Electrified GV60. The Electrified GV70 has e-Terrain mode and camera adaptive suspension and is priced from $127,800 plus ORCs.

Another in the ‘maybe’ basket this month is the newly developed Ineos Grenadier. Small numbers of this tough, BMW-powered off-roader are rolling off the assembly line priced from an expected $84,500 plus ORCs.

Due to lob this month in SE D300 diesel and SE P400 petrol formats, and in five- or eight-seat configuration, the long wheelbase Landy will be priced from between $124,150 and $131,650 plus ORCs.

Scores a suite of upgrades accompanied by modest price increases of between $1640 and $1895. No changes have been announced for the two all-electric UX300e variants. Pricing for petrol models starts from $46,085 plus ORCs.

Subtle but significant enhancements have been made to ES250 and ES300h sedans following a more substantials update last year. Price increases of between $520 and $990 bring more technology and safety items. Prices start at $62,140 plus ORCs.

New Range Rover derivatives with extended-range plug-in hybrid powertrains are due this quarter, possibly as early as October. The line-up is expected to be priced from $229,200 plus ORCs for the ‘entry’ grade variant.

The 2023 Leaf electric car is priced from $50,990 plus ORCs, around $1000 more than previous model. It offers revised frontal styling, a new wheel design and additional technology including an exterior sound projection pedestrian alert.

EQB250 and EQB350 variants, priced from $87,000 plus ORCs, and the all-new EQA350 4Matic, priced from $96,900 plus ORCs, range of all-electric compact SUVs are already in dealerships.

Committed drivers can now specify a six-speed manual in GR Supra or an eight-speed auto at no extra cost. In Supra GT form that’s $87,000 and in the GTS trim it’s $97,000 plus ORCs, a $500 increase over the outgoing range. 

Additional 2023 Forester stock has arrived for delivery during the fourth quarter of 2022 and may be in showrooms by October. The update is barely noticeable, however, with the only real point of difference being a $1900 price increase. The range kicks off at $37,890 plus ORCs.

An enhanced version of the Golf R with 10kW (to 245kW) more kick and other upgrades designed for faster lap times. Possibly the last of the ICE Golf Rs. Expected price is sub-$70,000  

Talk about anticipation. Toyota’s new gen’ GR86 sports coupe lobs September in GT and GTS, with the new 2.4-litre engine and improvements across the board. Priced between $35-40,000 + ORC.  

No pricing but this is the “all-new” S-Cross small SUV from Suzuki… with carry-over components. Runs 1.4-litre BOOSTERJET turbo engine, coupled with an ALLGRIP SELECT 4X4 System.

A better PHEV but costs more at $54,590 to $68,490 +ORC in ES, Aspire, Exceed and Exceed Tourer. Updated 20kWh li-ion battery, electric traction motor and 2.4-litre petrol engine for 185kW and 450Nm. 

Buyers snapped up 500 ZS EVs early this year with a $500 discount on ChargeHub wall-charging station. Price is $46,990 D/A for the well-equipped small SUV with a 130kW/280Nm (320km range).  

Small SUV joins Haval’s larger H6 Hybrid as the second New Energy Vehicle in the importer’s range. Uses 1.5-litre hybridised petrol engine to deliver outputs of 139kW and 375Nm. From $40,990 D/A.

Plenty of info’ is circulating on new Z built on 370Z’s platform with a 298kW, turbo 3.0-litre, twin turbo, petrol Infinity V6. Whooshdah. Apparently more a cruiser than a scalpel.  From $72,600.

A medium large, luxury SUV, fully electric with the 360kW dual motor set up from GV60 EV. Has e-Terrain mode and camera adaptive suspension. Pricing between $105-115,000. 

Genesis adds electron power to its local line up including big, handsome GV80 EV four door sedan with everything that opens and shuts and dual electric motor performance. Price is $145,000 + ORC.

Fully electric Atto 3 is in two variants, standard- and extended-range from $44,381 +ORC - around $3000 less than MG’s ZS. Range is up to 420km from 150kW/310Nm fwd electric motor. 

A 48-volt mild-hybrid version of Audi’s large sedan offering a sharper design, new tech, performance expected from twin-turbo V8. Price is $273,400 +ORC, a chunk more than the outgoing model. 

Brutally fast, performance-enhanced version of Aston DBX SUV priced from $428,400 + ORC. Runs old school, twin-turbo, 520kW/900Nm Benz 4.0-litre petrol V8 to all fours. Other upgrades to suit.

Cupra dealers open August 1 with a three model line-up: Leon hatch, Formentor coupe SUV and Ateca medium SUV with turbo petrol or hybrid power. Priced from $43,990 to $61,990 +ORC.

Ford Ranger Raptor and Everest. New Everest and Raptor – are still “on track” for an August release in Australia. Raptor will be $85,490 +ORC, Everest from $52,990 +ORC.

Honda CR-V editions, Black and VTi7+Luxe should keep the pot boiling until a new gen’ CR-V next year. Defined by black paint and more kit, they’re $43,700 for Luxe and $44,600 for Black D/A.

Hyundai Ioniq 5 AWD Techniq has constrained availability with a further 120 units filtering through in August. The striking pure EV goes for $77,900 +ORC, less for FWD version.

Mercedes AMG EQS 53 4matic+…quite a mouthful, quite a car boasting 500kWplus and a kilo Newton (1kN) of torque… whoosh. Pay $328,400+ORC for one, then add desirable options.

Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is here mid-month with the smart new exterior, revised plug-in hybrid powertrain and extra features. A four model range spans $54,590 to $68,490+ORC.

Nissan Z will launch this month though no firm date has been announced. Has 3.0-litre, 298kW, V6 twin turbo engine from Infiniti… should make it a cracker. $73,300 +ORC.

Skoda Fabia Monte Carlo is a specced-up tiddler from Skoda offering plenty of black hardware and power from a turbo 1.5 petrol engine driving through a 7 DSG gearbox. It’s $37,990 drive away.

Volvo XC40 arrives this month in hybrid petrol/electric and pure EV form only so no solely ICE cars at all. Prices rise $4500 to $5500 model dependent starting with XC40 Plus B4 FWD at $52,990+ORC. 

Officially on sale three years after its launch in the United States and six months later than it was scheduled to arrive in Australia, the Y is priced from $68,900 + ORC..

MG Motor Australia officially sold out the pre-launch offer associated with the first 500 units of its updated ZS EV, well before the official on-sale date of July 2022.

Lotus has announced pricing for its Mercedes-AMG four-cylinder-powered and V6 Emira variants, the latter arriving Down Under this month, priced at $169,990 for the base manual.

Kia’s second-generation Niro arrives with hybrid and full-electric options, starting at $44,380 + ORC with more features, larger size and new styling inside and out.

Jumping the gun here a touch but the safer, smarter and more luxurious revised Hyundai Palisade with the biggest grille in the world arrives August 1.

GWM Haval Australia will introduce the coupe-styled GT version of its H6 medium SUV range this month, with the same 150kW/320Nm  driveline found in other H6 derivatives.

Ford’s new Ranger arrives this month priced $35,930 + ORC for the base 4x2 while the flagship Raptor – now with gutsy turbo-petrol V6 – is $85,490 + ORC.

Cupra has scheduled July 21 for a “range launch” in Australia, with the pre-sold advance guard comprising flagship VZx specification of the Leon, Formentor and Ateca models.

Audi has released pricing and specifications for its RS3 Sportback and sedan range. The sizzling 294kW five-cylinder duo is available from this month from $91,400 + ORC for the Sportback.

Alpina Automobiles Australia’s Sedan and Touring versions of its B3 – based on the revised BMW 3 Series – feature a revised drivetrain, exterior design tweaks and in-car tech upgrades.

The 35 TDI – initially offered as a limited edition – is the new entry-level Audi Q5 variant. It’s powered by a 2.0-litre turbo-diesel with 12V mild-hybrid tech and said to consume 4.8L/100km.

The Ingolstadt-based brand’s flagship SUV siblings have returned to the local market, but this time powered by a 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 motor that delivers peak outputs of 373kW and 770Nm.

Ford is accepting orders for its new Ranger and its Raptor flagship. Priced from $35,930, the ute range is available in single-, Super- and double-cab guises (as pick-ups and as cab chassis). 

The Triton’s MY22.5 range incorporates an around-view monitor and smartphone-mirroring on GSR-, plus a larger infotainment screen and digital radio on turbo-diesel-engined GLX versions.  

Available exclusively in four-seat Coupe guise and fitted with 22-inch Pirelli P Zero Corsa tyres, the 471kW/850Nm Cayenne Turbo GT retails for $336,100 (before options and on-road costs).

SsangYong Australia has launched a limited-run Black Edition version above the Ultimate variant of its Rexton range. Its equipment level is similar, but the former is festooned with dark detailing.

The fifth-generation Subaru WRX model has been introduced in sedan and estate (Sportwagon) guises, replete with improved in-car features and more driver-assist and safety technologies.

Volkswagen's updated Polo light hatchback has gone upmarket with smarter detailing, fancier digital interfaces and more safety features, but its pricing is notably stiffer than before.

The (now all-petrol) seven-seat Skoda Kodiaq large SUV line-up now includes all-wheel-drive across the board, alongside newly introduced stylistic and technological features.

Renault has added flagship RS Line variants, replete with sporty detailing inside and out, to its Captur and Arkana model line-ups, as well as limited units of its mid-tier Koleos Black Edition.

Peugeot Australia has launched plug-in hybrid variants of its 3008 GT Sport medium SUV and 508 GT Fastback medium sedan that offer combined outputs of 222kW and 165kW respectively.

A mid-tier Excite version of MG's HS Plus petrol-electric hybrid medium SUV features the same driveline and safety tech as the HS Plus EV Essence variant, but with marginally fewer features.  

Mazda has given its CX-5 another update. It now offers even more equipment, a refined driving experience (courtesy of a more rigid body) and greater technology and safety levels.

Lexus’ flagship model, which shares its V6 turbo-petrol and -diesel powertrains with the Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series, offers four model grades as well as a choice of three seating layouts.

Festooned with black detailing, the Jeep Compass Night Eagle ($39,950, plus on-road costs) has replaced the Launch Edition as the entry-level variant of the American brand’s small SUV range.

Honda is launching two variants of its new, more spacious HR-V – the entry-level Vi X (powered by a 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine) and the e:HEV L – a dual-motor petrol-electric hybrid.

BMW Australia has added a third range to its BEV line-up. Based on the 4 Series Gran Coupe, the i4 eDrive40’s electric motor drives its rear wheels, while the M50 has two motors… and 400kW.  

BMW has added the Sport Line to its 118i hatch, 218i Gran Coupe, plus 320i and 330e sedans, replete with upgraded in-car technology, larger wheels and exclusively black exterior finishes. 

Genesis has tweaked its G20 large sedan’s line-up, which now comprises 2.5- and 3.5-litre turbo-petrol variants. Sport and Sport Line trim grades, plus an upgraded Luxury Package, are optional.

The H6 range is now headlined by a 179kW/530Nm petrol-electric Hybrid variant, which features a similar specification to the H6 Ultra, but is said to consume 5.2L/100km (ADR combined cycle).

Hyundai’s seven-seat Santa Fe SUV has been upgraded for 2022, with the revised range receiving extensive safety, comfort and convenience upgrades – as well as modest price increases.

Mercedes-Benz’s W206-generation C-Class offers more interior space, 48V mild-hybrid turbo-petrol motors, many new onboard technologies and standard AMG Line exterior and interior trim.

The Macan T plugs the gap between entry-level and S variants in Porsche’s medium SUV range; it has a lowered suspension, plus bespoke technical-, as well as exterior and interior specifications.

Mitsubishi has slightly reduced the standard spec levels of its Outlander medium SUV’s ES, LS and Aspire variants and increased the asking prices of the Exceed and Exceed Tourer versions.

Now priced from $82,160 (plus on-road costs), the MY22 Patrol upper large SUV features a mildly updated look (limited to a revised grille, new frontal emblem and reshaped fender vents).

Peugeot Australia has added a GT Sport variant to its 5008 range and announced spec upgrades – and price increases – for its 2008, 3008, 508 and 5008 models, as well as its range of LCVs.

Ford’s revised light hot hatch has updated frontal styling, standard Performance Pack additions, 12-way electrically adjustable sports seats and a torquer 1.5-litre 3-cylinder turbo-petrol motor.

Premium brand Genesis has updated its GV80 luxury SUV with an increase in specification, a refreshed colour palette, as well as a premium six-seat option for all-wheel-drive derivatives. 

GWM Haval has launched two range-topping H6 Vanta derivatives (in two- and all-wheel-drive guises). The limited-run Vantas feature 19-inch black alloy wheels with a matching grille finish. 

Kia’s first dedicated BEV offers a locally tuned suspension, a long-range battery pack and comes liberally equipped with luxury- and safety spec. Initial line-up comprises Air and GT-Line variants.

Mazda Australia now offers its 2.5-litre petrol engine on all front-wheel-drive versions of the CX-8, while the 2.2-litre turbodiesel motor does duty on high-spec two- and all-wheel-drive derivatives.

Land Rover Australia has launched the Range Rover Evoque P300e plug-in hybrid, which is said to have an all-electric range of 62 km and a fuel consumption figure as low as 2.0L/100km.

Subaru has refreshed its Outback SUV for 2022 and added a Premium Special Edition, replete with heated rear outboard seats, a powered tailgate and “a few special extras”, to the range.

Subaru Australia has sold out its first consignment second-generation BRZ units and has now commenced deliveries of the elemental rear-wheel-drive, flat-four-engined sportscar.

Skoda is rolling out Style 4x4 and Sportline 4x4 derivatives of its Kodiaq large SUV, replete with cosmetic and detail updates. A flagship RS 4x4 with a 180kW turbo-petrol motor will follow soon.

The Hiroshima-based brand’s subtly updated CX-5 medium SUV is now available in six trim grades, two transmission choices, four engines and the choice of front- and all-wheel drive.

Mazda offers its MY22 MX-5 roadster in 2.0-litre guise only, while the range gains Kinematic Posture Control suspension technology, new trim and paint options, as well as safety upgrades. 

Following the lead of its development partner Isuzu, Mazda has updated its BT-50 pick-up truck for the 2022 model year with more variants, more standard features and a new engine choice.

Mitsubishi has added a pair of 4x2 derivatives (GLX and GLS) to lower the entry price point to its large SUV range for MY22, as well as a GSR 4×4 flagship replete with black exterior detailing.

The second-generation Lexus NX range comprises 2.5-litre petrol, 2.4-litre turbo-petrol, petrol-electric hybrid and plug-in hybrid variants and is available in two- and all-wheel-drive guises.

Isuzu Ute has introduced a new entry-grade SX 4x2 single-cab chassis derivative – powered by the Japanese firm’s all-new 1.9-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine – to its D-Max range.