The new 6.1-inch touch-screen puts the audio controls right at your fingertips. It’s also smart enough to double as a reversing camera.

The new ASX keeps you comfortably stylish with a redesigned interior. On the outside, from front to rear you’ll enjoy smooth, European-inspired touches. Two-tone sills and low bumpers finished in grey, a premium chrome grille make for a more refined experience.

Everything you need for comfort and control is at your fingertips with the ASX’s redesigned steering wheel. On it you’ll find Bluetooth, audio and cruise control and fancy new trims.

ASX employs an integrated system of active and passive safety features; the result is a 5-star ANCAP safety rating – and one very safe vehicle.

Inside, there are driver and passenger airbags, side, curtain and driver’s knee airbag - seven in total. There are also three-point ELR seatbelts with pre-tensioners, which take up the slack in the belt and then release it gradually.

All ASX models feature the ease of keyless entry, with SPORT models taking convenience to a higher level with keyless operating system ideal when you've got your arms full. And to get going, simply push the start button on SPORT models.

The tilt and telescopic steering column offers the driver the flexibility of adjusting the steering column to suit their favoured driving position.

Electronic Power Steering takes the effort out of driving by providing steering assistance. At low speeds the EPS is light and easy, as speed increases steering becomes solid, delivering a more controlled driving experience.

With SUV like ride height, the ASX allows its driver superior visibility and ease of access in and out of the vehicle without the bulk of a traditional SUV.

With up to 416 litres available cargo capacity inside ASX 2WD models (384 litres in 4WD models due to the raised cargo room floor to accommodate a full sized spare), ASX lets you carry whatever you need. The easy-opening tailgate is wide enough to provide ample space for even the bulkiest items, and the low floor height makes it convenient to move heavy cargo in and out.

The ASX passes by without Mother Nature taking offence. The fuel consumption rating for the LS and 2WD Sport is 7.9l/100km, 8.1l/100km for the 4WD Sport and a low 5.7l/100km for the 4WD diesel manual.