Plug-in Tonale joins two mild-hybrid variants with more powerful 208kW kick and all-wheel drive configuration. Available in top-spec Veloce trim only, it covers the 0-100km/h sprint in a claimed 6.2 seconds and offers up to 60km of fully-electric driving range.

Compact SUV arrives in two trim grades with mild hybrids first to arrive followed later by a PHEV. A new 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine with integrated 48V electric motor drives through a seven-speed DCT.

Due to make an appearance this month is Alfa’s Tonale SUV priced from $49,900 + ORC. The Tonale maintains classic Alfa Romeo styling cues – including the V-shaped Scudetto grille and five-hole wheels – but with a brand-first 1.5-litre four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine coupled to a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission and 48V mild hybrid system.