Gone is the 6 Series and in its place, BMW will launch a new flagship 8 Series in Coupe and Convertible forms that are both powered by a 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8 petrol engine and feature all-wheel-drive grip.

BMW will release three flavours of its hotly-anticipated Z4 sportcar – two four-cylinder engines and one top-spec six pot – each featuring rear-wheel drive, an automatic transmission and a convertible soft-top roof.

Styling might look similar to the outgoing version, but Jeep’s JL-series Wrangler is an all new model with a lighter kerb weight an updated engine options, but still the same off-road prowess as its predecessors.

Though the V6-powered Mercedes-Benz X-Class already launched earlier this year, the new Edition 1 version is expected to bundle a unique look in line with other special-edition models from the German brand.

The fifth-generation of RAV4 mid-size SUV is expected to make a big splash for the Toyota thanks to a heavy emphasis on electrification, though time will tell if it can knock the Mazda CX-5 off the top spot.

Volkswagen’s technological flagship, the large-sized Touareg, will be available exclusively with diesel powertrains when it hits showrooms in May, as well as technology including a large 9.2-inch infotainment touchscreen.