With most of the production delays from the semi-conductor shortage and COVID-related shutdowns now largely in the rearview mirror, 2024 is set to be a bumper year for new-vehicle activity.
Electric vehicles are also now well and truly established in Australia, with more and more brands coming with their own tailpipe-emissions-free models, while the top-selling Toyota HiLux and Tesla Model 3 will also be refreshed.
But there's plenty more to look forward to, including Lexus' Prado cousin and a new Ford Mustang, so here are the best new cars arriving in 2024.
The best new cars coming in 2024
- 01. Toyota HiLux V-Active - March
- 02. Lexus GX - June
- 03. Jeep Avenger - Late 2024
- 04. Audi Q4 e-tron - mid-2024
- 05. Ford Mustang - Late 2024
- 06. Kia Sportage Hybrid - April
- 07. Mazda CX-80 - Late 2024
- 08. Mitsubishi Triton - March
- 09. SsangYong Torres - Mid-2024
- 10. Tesla Model 3 - Jan
- 11. Other new models coming in 2024
01. Toyota HiLux V-Active - March
Australia's best-selling model gets an update in 2024, adding a 48-volt-assisted 'V-Active' powertrain option - but don't get caught calling it a 'mild-hybrid'!
Toyota is promising the 48V set-up will save about 10 per cent on fuel consumption paired with the tried-and-true 2.8-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder engine.
Only SR, SR5 and Rogue grades of the HiLux will score the engine option, with mild pricing increases for the privilege.
02. Lexus GX - June
The Lexus GX will land in Australia in June 2024 with pricing locked in.
As a more premium cousin to the already-popular Toyota Prado, it is expected the GX will sell well Down Under as a rival to the Land Rover Defender.
At launch, the only engine option available will be a 3.5-litre twin-turbo petrol V6 mated to a 10-speed automatic, but it remains unclear if we will get the hybrid-engine option.
03. Jeep Avenger - Late 2024
Jeep's first all-electric model will land in the latter half of 2024 in the form of the Avenger crossover.
Don't be fooled into thinking this is a proper 'go anywhere' Jeep though, despite the Avenger's off-road driving modes.
The Avenger is equipped with a single electric motor that drives 115kW/260Nm to the front wheels, while its 54kWh lithium-ion battery allows for a 400km driving range.
04. Audi Q4 e-tron - mid-2024
Audi Australia's most affordable electric car, the Q4 e-tron, will finally make its way Down Under in mid-2024 as a rival to the Volvo XC40 and Tesla Model Y.
The luxury SUV is based on Volkswagen's MEB electric architecture, and should allow for up to 546km of driving range.
Three variants are coming, including the 45 e-tron, 55 e-tron and 55 e-tron Quattro in Sportback and SUV body styles.
05. Ford Mustang - Late 2024
Though the V8 front-engined, rear-drive layout was once ubiquitous in Australia, these days the format is quite rare.
However, Ford will keep the flame alive with its new-generation Mustang, which is also available with a 2.3-litre EcoBoost four-cylinder engine.
Delays mean the Mustang will touch down in late 2024, and likely take the crown as the best-selling sports car in Australia - like it has in the past.
06. Kia Sportage Hybrid - April
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Toyota's hot-selling RAV4 Hybrid finally gets some competition from a mainstream player in the form of the Kia Sportage Hybrid.
Available now, buyers not wanting to wait upwards of two years for a RAV4 will likely give the Sportage a look.
Powering the Sportage Hybrid is a 1.6-litre turbo-petrol four-cylinder engine, paired with a 44.2kW electric motor.
Kia Sportage
Based on Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP)
07. Mazda CX-80 - Late 2024
Now revealed, it's clear that much of the CX-80 design carries over from the already-launched CX-60 and CX-90 siblings.
Expected to launch in Australia later this year, the CX-80 will be tasked with taking the fight to the likes of the Hyundai Palisade and Toyota Kluger.
Powertrains include the petrol and diesel inline six-cylinder pair that debuted on the CX-60. A plug-in hybrid option could also be in the mix, though that's yet to be confirmed.
08. Mitsubishi Triton - March
The latest competitor in the hot-selling ute market, you can read our review of the Mitsubishi Triton below.
With a new look and more potent twin-turbo 2.4-litre diesel set-up, the refreshed Triton is expected to draw the attention of potential Ford Ranger and Toyota HiLux buyers who might not want to wait around.
The 150kW/470Nm outputs are attention grabbing, but finally featuring a 3500kg towing capacity might be what sets the Triton's sales charts on fire.
09. SsangYong Torres - Mid-2024
After many hurdles in the last few years, it looks like SsangYong is starting to hit its stride in Australia and will capitalise with an all-new model this year.
The Torres will land in the popular mid-size SUV segment as a rival to the Toyota RAV4 and Mazda CX-5 sporting a tough, rugged and boxy appearance.
In overseas markets, the Torres is powered by a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine, while an all-electric EVX version is also available. Australian details are still to be confirmed ahead of its 2024 launch.
10. Tesla Model 3 - Jan
The importance of the refreshed Tesla Model 3 cannot be understated. It was tesla's game-changing prodiuct and, although now outsold by Model Y, continues to be a crucial sales driver.
Changes to the indicator and gear selector have already proven controversial yet improved suspension has made a big difference.
Tesla Model 3
Based on Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP)
11. Other new models coming in 2024
Want to know what other new models are due in 2024? Check out our rolling coverage by clicking on the links below.
- Best 4x4, off-roaders and light-commercial vehicles arriving in 2024
- Best sports cars arriving in 2024
- Best small SUVs and crossover arriving in 2024
- Best electric cars arriving in 2024
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