Jaguar’s first all-electric SUV, the I-Pace, is set to arrive in Australia in the fourth quarter to take on the likes of the Tesla Model X. The I-Pace is motivated by two electric motors on opposing axles, producing a potent 294kW/696Nm.

Wider and lower than the current Q7, the new Audi Q8 luxury SUV will arrive early in 2018, bringing muscular looks and a high level of specification.

SsangYong Australia will release the Tivoli XLV in December - a stretched version of the regular Tivoli - poised to steal attention away from the larger small SUVs such as the Nissan Qashqai and Jeep Compass.

Ford Australia will release its fourth-generation Focus in December, with the German-built small car to launch with five-door hatch and wagon body styles that usher in higher pricing and specification.

Ford finally returns to the large-SUV segment with its North American-sourced Endura, but with just five seats one diesel powertrain, it is not being pitched as a replacement for the Territory.

Mazda Australia will add the turbocharged petrol engine from the CX-9 and Mazda6 to its CX-5 medium SUV line-up as part of a model year update that rolls into showrooms in December 2018.

The ballistic 310kW/610Nm V8-powered Mercedes-AMG G63 bolts into showrooms this month, with the same-again styling hiding big changes under its boxy sheet metal.

Mercedes-Benz Cars Australia/Pacific will release its A250 small hatch to join the A-Class range before the end of 2018, with it to be priced sharply from $49,500 before on-road costs but only “available for a limited time”.

The Ssangyong Musso should be the only South Korean pick-up in Australia when it launches, offering what is expected to be a cheaper 4x4 dual-cab alternative to the market-leading Toyota HiLux and Ford Ranger.

The Ssangyong Rexton large SUV will serve as the brand’s flagship when it goes on sale later in December.

Ssangyong expects its Tivoli small SUV to be its biggest seller when it arrives Down Under in December.

Hyundai’s Ioniq will come to Australia in all three electrified variants; a standard hybrid, plug-in and all-electric.

Porsche’s most powerful naturally-aspirated sportscar, the new 911 GT3 RS, will hit Australian showrooms in the fourth quarter of 2018, priced from $416,500 before on-road costs.

The second-generation Audi A7 is set for a local release in 2018, bringing a new look that was previewed by the A8 sedan.

Czech manufacturer Skoda has given its Fabia range a mild facelift, with exterior styling tweaks and updated interior technology.

Lexus is set to release its seventh-generation ES sedan this month which will be offered exclusively with a hybrid powertrain.

Powered by a tuned version of Ford’s 5.0-litre naturally aspirated V8 engine, the Bullitt celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Steve McQueen action film of the same name, and is confirmed to arrive in Australia later this year.

BMW's new entry-level 620d Gran Turismo is powered by a 140kW/400Nm 2.0-litre turbo diesel and will be priced from $99,900 plus on-roads when it goes on sale in October.

Holden is set to import the GMC Acadia large SUV as part of its promise to launch 24 new models by the end of 2020. The Holden version of the US-built seven-seater will be converted to right-hand drive and feature a bespoke Holden grille, although exact specification have yet to be confirmed.

The third generation of Mercedes-Benz’s Sprinter van arrives in Australia in the fourth quarter, with a huge amount of customisation available resulting in 1734 possible variants. Both four- and six-cylinder diesel engines are available with automatic and manual transmissions.

The facelifted Ford Ranger is on its way, which will offer three powertrain packages including the new 157kW/500Nm 2.0-litre turbo-diesel engine and 10-speed transmission that was first offered in the Raptor performance flagship

Mercedes-AMG will debut its all-new E53 Coupe and Convertible range this month, which will be the first AMG-badged vehicle motivated by a hybrid powertrain.

Nissan will release two new special-edition Navara pick-ups, dubbed Black Edition and Silverline, featuring a number of upgrades above-and-beyond the standard Navara upon which it is based.

Nissan Australia’s third high-performance Nismo model has finally been confirmed as the Juke small SUV, which will sit alongside the tuned 370Z and GT-R sportscars from October.

Kia will reveal a new Rio light car in Q3 of 2018, with the welcome return of a six-speed automatic transmission on a freshly-minted, mid-range Sport version aimed at private buyers.

After months of teasing and speculation, Renault outed its fourth-generation Megane RS hot hatch, boasting a new 1.8-litre four-cylinder turbocharged engine producing 205kW of power and 390Nm of torque.

Mercedes-Benz will keep its segment sales-leading C-Class medium sedan and wagon range fresh with an update due in the third quarter, with some minor visual tweaks, added active safety features, and extra interior flourishes.

The new Ford Escape mid-sized SUV will be the first model from the Blue Oval in Australia to gain a sporty-ish ST-Line variant when the mildly updated 2018 model-year line-up lands in showrooms in September.

Subaru’s top-selling Forester will receive a complete makeover, as the Japanese car-maker attempts to put it back among the SUV segment leaders.

Honda's facelifted HR-V small SUV will usher in standard low-speed autonomous emergency braking (AEB) and a sporty RS grade.

The fourth-generation Mercedes A-Class hatch is set to land in the third quarter, wearing a greatly revised face and interior. It will also score big upgrades to active safety technology, mirroring that in the S-Class.

Ford's Australian-developed Everest off-roader gains styling tweaks, an uptick in standard gear and safety equipment and the option of the new 157kW/500Nm 2.0-litre turbo-diesel from the Ranger Raptor.

The American-built Chevrolet Silverado pick-up will be imported to Australia in 2500HD WT, 2500HD LTZ, 2500HD LTZ Midnight, 2500 HD LTZ Custom Sport and 3500HD LTZ guises and converted to right-hand drive locally. The Silverado line-up is expected to be sold from May onwards.

For 2018, the Jeep Cherokee has been treated to a host of upgrades including new infotainment options, advanced driver assistance systems and a significant exterior restyling. Four variants will be available locally, powered by either a 2.4-litre four-cylinder or a 3.2-litre Pentastar V6.

Hyundai's best selling SUV, the Tucson, will be updated with i30-inspired styling and technology when it goes on sale in August.

Mazda Australia is expected to launch a lightly refreshed version of its CX-3 small SUV in August that swaps out the current 1.5-litre turbo-diesel for a 1.8-litre unit.

Mercedes-Benz Australia will this year bring a mildly updated S-Class Coupe, which sees revised model grades and new technology to put it in line with its S-Class sedan sibling.

Volkswagen has stretched its mid-size Tiguan SUV to accommodate a third row for the new Allspace variant that will compete against the likes of the Nissan X-Trail, Honda CR-V and Mitsubishi Outlander seven seaters.

Volkswagen Group Australia (VGA) will this year release the performance version of its all-new sixth-generation Polo light car, which was revealed at an event in Berlin in 2017.

The 12th-generation Toyota Corolla small car will arrive in Australian showrooms in August, offering a segment-leading suite of advanced driver-assist technologies as standard.

The updated version of BMW’s i8 sportscar, that now includes a Roadster variant, will hit Australian shores this July.

Kia's facelifted Sportage medium SUV is set to launch in July, bringing a range of new driving aids, including adaptive cruise control, idle-stop, surround view monitor and driver fatigue monitor, as part of an extensive makeover.

Mercedes-Benz’s third-generation CLS will debut the German brand's new inline engines, including a high-performance AMG version with electric motor booster.

Mini Australia will introduce a facelifted Hatch and Convertible line-up in July that includes fewer variants, but gains a new dual-clutch transmission and class-leading connectivity that surpasses that of many BMWs.

Nissan will complete the rollout of its Qashqai small SUV line-up with the arrival in showrooms of the flagship Ti model grade in July.

Powered by a pair of 3.0-litre turbocharged V6 engines from launch, the new Audi A8 will be offered in diesel and petrol form, with the two variants dubbed 50 TDI and 55 TFSI respectively.

The fourth-generation Santa Fe large SUV has picked up a fresh design inside and out, improved ride and handling and more active safety technology. The South Korean seven-seater is larger than its predecessor, though it carries over its 2.2-litre four-cylinder diesel and 3.3-litre V6 petrol powertrain options.

BMW’s first M-tuned X3 variant, the X3 M40i, will hit Australian showrooms in July at a starting price of $99,900 plus on-road costs. Powering the medium SUV is BMW’s signature 3.0-litre turbocharged inline six-cylinder, this time making 265kW of power and 500Nm of torque.

Ford’s aggressively styled Ranger Raptor dual-cab ute will rocket in mid-year, powered by a new twin-turbo 2.0-litre diesel engine matched to a 10-speed automatic transmission, and sporting an updated chassis, beefier suspension and brakes.

While the larger 2500 and 3500 have been imported for some time through specialist converter American Specialist Vehicles, the company has confirmed that it will bring the smaller 1500 pick-up to Australia in the middle of 2018.

Skoda’s ‘mini Kodiaq’ mid-size SUV launches this month, kicking off from $29,990 plus on-roads for the 110TSI with a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine driving the front wheels.

German car-maker Porsche has updated its flagship large SUV, with the third-generation Cayenne available in three petrol powertains, starting at $116,300 plus on-roads for the entry-level 250kW 3.0-litre V6 model.

Mazda is set to introduce the second and most comprehensive update for its BT-50 pick-up range this month, which will usher in a new front-end design and other changes.

Ford’s refreshed Transit Custom mid-size commercial van rolls into showrooms this month with a new-look front end that brings it into line with its SUV stablemates.

Mazda will finally have a diesel-powered offering in the large SUV segment with the launch this month of the seven-seat CX-8 that will sit alongside the petrol-only CX-9.

The best-selling SUV in Australia is Mazda’s CX-5, and the company has tweaked its mid sizer by boosting outputs for the diesel engine and increasing the standard equipment list.

Mercedes has updated its C43 4Matic sedan and wagon, adding a pair of larger turbochargers to push power up to 287kW and 520Nm. The C43 will arrive Down Under in the third quarter of 2018.

The 370Z will see a minor update for 2018, with slight styling tweaks and a beefed-up gearbox. Pricing for the Nissan 370Z starts at $49,990 before on-road costs for the coupe and $60,990 for the convertible.

The Kia Optima has undergone a number of changes including revised exterior styling, redesigned head- and tail-lights and a full suite of advanced driver-assist system. The mid-size sedan is expected to locally in the second quarter of 2018.

Jaguar’s all-wheel-drive E-Pace small SUV will start at $47,750 before on-roads, undercutting premium German rivals including the BMW X1, Audi Q3 and Mercedes-Benz GLA.

Australia’s top-selling people-mover, the Kia Carnival, has been given a mid-life refresh that includes a new eight-speed automatic transmission, subtle styling tweaks and some price increases.

Mazda revealed its heavily revised Mazda6 at this year’s LA show and the fresh-faced mid-sizer hits Australian shores later this month with a new turbocharged petrol engine borrowed from the CX-9.

Jeep’s new hyper SUV, the 522kW/868 V8-powered Grand Cherokee Trackhawk, hits Australian shores this month with the impressive title of the most powerful SUV on offer Down Under.

Volvo’s new-model rollout continues with the XC40 crossover that is built on an all-new platform and will compete against a number of small high-riders including the Audi Q2 and BMW X2.

Hyundai Australia will exclusively offer the most powerful version of its i30 N, with the South Korean hot hatch coming in at $39,990 before on-road costs.

Three years after announcing it would produce a pick-up, Mercedes-Benz will launch the Nissan Navara-based X-Class in Australia this month in-four-cylinder guise priced from $45,450 before on-roads.

Isuzu introduced significant upgrades to its D-Max pick-up and MU-X seven-seat SUV early last year, but the company is set to lob model year updates this month with further improvements to the Thai-built siblings.

Toyota will add extra variety to its best-selling HiLux pick-up range in the second quarter, with three new models that will sit atop the range when they arrive. The Rugged and Rugged X add a tough new look to the HiLux, while the Rogue will aim to appeal to those looking for a more premium feel.

The first imported Commodore since the nameplate was launched in 1978 will be released in February, available in front- and all-wheel-drive and sporting three powertrain options. The ZB Commodore will start at $33,690 for the entry-level LT 2.0-litre petrol, jumping up to $55,990 for the range-topping VXR V6 variant.

The new Cerato sedan shares the same basic underpinnings with the outgoing model, but gets updated styling inspired by the Stinger.

Mahindra will replace its diesel-powered XUV500 with a petrol version as the entry-level model in the range. Pricing will start at $25,990 driveaway, making it the cheapest seven-seat mid-size SUV on the Australian market.

The updated version of Infiniti’s Nissan Patrol-based QX80 upper large SUV lands in Australia in the first half of 2018, with the polarising front end receiving a major makeover to help it take on the likes of the Lexus LX570.

BMW will launch its Audi Q2-rivalling X2 small crossover in March, which will be joined in the coming months by a front-drive petrol 18i variant and an all-paw diesel 20d range-topper.

The new GranCabrio will be available in two variants; Sport and MC, available before on-road costs at $335,000 and $355,000 respectively.

Lexus aims to extend its family appeal with the seven-seat version of its RX large SUV. The three variant RX L range will start at $84,700 before on road costs, $3300 more than its five-seat siblings.

The revised GranTurismo offers updated styling and a new 8.4-inch infotainment system, with pricing starting at $295,000 plus on-roads for the Sport variant, and $345,000 for the top-spec MC variant.

BMW has facelifted its i3 range, adding a range-topping i3s model, giving customers a sportier EV option if they choose.

Fiat has shaken up its 500X range, dropping the price, adding new safety and technology features, and deleting the two range-topping variants.

Subaru has given its all-wheel-drive wagon a mid-life facelift that includes minor styling changes and added technology such as lane-keep assist and improved connectivity. Pricing will remain unchanged at $36,240 plus on-road costs for the entry-level petrol Outback 2.5i.

Maserati’s largest model, the Quattroporte upper large sedan, is set for a model-year update in February. The revisions will see tweaked power outputs, slightly revised pricing and the introduction of a number of driver assistance technologies.

Subaru has given its Liberty a mid-life update, with a host of upgrades to the 2.5-litre boxer petrol engine for improved drivability and fuel efficiency, upgraded exterior and interior styling, and a handful of safety technology additions across the range.

Volkswagen will expand its Golf GTI range with a new three-door variant called the GTI Original. When the German hot hatch arrives in January it will become a permanent member of the Golf family, and will be priced from $37,490 plus on-road costs.

Peugeot aims to reinvigorate the brand’s position in Australia, launching the new 5008 as a highly-specified, premium seaven-seater. The mid-size SUV will start at $42,990 plus on-road costs.

Maserati will give its Ghibli large sedan a model-year refresh in February, updating pricing, tweaking styling and introducing the GranSport and GranLusso trim levels previously available on other Maserati models.

Audi will bring its first plug-in hybrid Q7 large SUV to market in the first quarter, with the Q7 e-tron priced from $139,900 plus on-roads. It teams a 190kW/600Nm 3.0-litre turbo-diesel V6 to a 94kW/350Nm electric motor for a combined output of 275kW/700Nm.

Nissan will give its D23 Navara its second major overhaul in February, with a focus on further honing suspension calibration, in the hope that it will get a sales boost that could see it return top-three best sellers alongside the Toyota HiLux and Ford Ranger.

Jaguar will expand its XF range in January to include the Sportbrake wagon, which will be offered with three powertrains consisting of two diesel and one petrol, as well as including a limited Launch Edition variant.

The Colorado SportCat will be released in January starting at $60,790 plus on-roads for the standard model and $66,790 for the up-spec SportCat+. Both variants are powered by a 2.8-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder that produces 147kW and 500Nm (automatic). The HSV pick-up is set to rival the likes of the Ford Ranger Wildtrack and the Toyota HiLux SR5.

Mitsubishi’s new Eclipse Cross small SUV will hit showrooms initially in two variants; the exclusively front-wheel-drive LS, and the front-wheel- or all-wheel-drive flagship Exceed. Pricing will start at $30,500 and $38,500 respectively.

The seven-seat Honda Odyssey has received a handful of small updates for 2018, with the Japanese people-mover to start from $37,990 for the entry-level VTi.