Fully electric compact-SUV in three grades, all using a 54kWh battery and single M3 electric motor that produces 115kW/260Nm. The Avenger is said to have off-road capability despite being front wheel driven.

Two new electrified Jeep Compass small SUVs are arriving this month, the e-Hybrid (MHEV) and the 4xe Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) in two grades, Limited and Summit. The e-Hybrid offers front-wheel drive, while the 4xe is fully off-road capable all-wheel drive.

It’s farewell petrol V6 hello 2.0-litre turbo-petrol four-cylinder for the Jeep Wrangler that also scores a price drop along with technology and safety equipment upgrades. The four pot is more efficient and torquier than its V6 predecessor. Wrangler’s most significant update in six years.

Less expensive five-seat variants join the seven-seat Grand Cherokee L from $77,950 + ORC. Apart from a few spec differences it is the same vehicle underneath with 3.6-litre 210kW/344Nm petrol V6 driving through an eight-speed auto with variant-specific 4x4 systems.

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.

As part of its mid-life update, the Jeep Compass has scored some tweaked styling, heaps more safety tech and an all-new interior.

Built to commemorate Jeep’s 80th birthday celebrations, the Wrangler Willys Limited Edition adds Rubicon off-road kit to an unique looking off-road package.

Jeep's long awaited Gladiator off-road pick-up is finally here, priced from $75,490 plus on-roads and destined to do battle with the Ford Ranger Raptor.

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.

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.

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.