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.