Electric automakers are experiencing heightened competitiveness as the number of BEVs on Australian roads significantly increased in 2023. As per the Electric Vehicle Council, the Australian market for all-electric vehicles has been chiefly dominated by three models: the Tesla Model Y, Tesla Model 3, and BYD Atto 3. Enclosed below is an exhaustive compilation of presently available electric vehicles, intended to guide those interested in specific automakers. Please note that the driving range provided for all vehicles adheres to the Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicles Test Procedure (WLTP) standards and may differ in practice due to factors such as individual driving patterns, cargo load, and traffic conditions.
Abarth
The Italian automotive founded by Carlo Abarth in 1949 is renowned for its rich history and passionate pursuit of performance. Abarth as a division of Fiat focuses now on producing electric vehicles. The first EV released is the Abarth 500e Turismo, a front-wheel drive hatchback with a 4-seater capacity. A variant of 500e, that comes with Abarth body side decals, the limited Edition Abarth 500e Scorpionissima is released with only 1,949 vehicles produced and only 219 of them are available in Australia.
MODEL | DRIVING RANGE (Km)* | DRIVETRAIN | BATTERY SIZE | POWER AND TORQUE | STARTING PRICE |
Abarth 500e Turismo | 253 | FWD | 42kWh | 113kW and 235Nm | $58,900 |
Limited Edition Abarth 500e Scorpionissima | 253 | FWD | 42kWh | 113kW and 235Nm | $60,500 |
Audi
Audi, recognized as a premier manufacturer of top-tier luxury vehicles, introduced a new era of its brand starting with e-tron, Audi’s first all-electric vehicle in 2018. Audi’s available EV models in sedan body style are the Audi e-tron GT and Audi RS e-tron GT. For bigger seating capacity, SUV and Sportback body styles are available for these models Audi Q4 45 e-tron RWD, Audi Q4, 55 e-tron quattro, Audi Q8 55 e-tron, Audi Q8 Sportback 55 e-tron, Audi SQ8 e-tron and Audi SQ8 Sportback e-tron.
MODEL | DRIVING RANGE (Km)* | DRIVETRAIN | BATTERY SIZE | POWER AND TORQUE | STARTING PRICE |
Audi Q4 45 e-tron RWD | 544 | RWD | 82kWh | 210kW and 540Nm | $88,300 |
Audi Q4 55 e-tron quattro | 395 | AWD | 82kWh | 250kW and 540Nm | $108,500 |
Audi Q8 55 e-tron | 454 | AWD | 114kWh | 300kW and 664Nm | $153,900 |
Audi Q8 Sportback 55 e-tron | 454 | AWD | 114kWh | 300kW and 664Nm | $165,900 |
Audi SQ8 e-tron | 494 | AWD | 114kWh | 370kW and 973Nm | $173,600 |
Audi SQ8 Sportback e-tron | 513 | AWD | 114kWh | 370kW and 973Nm | $173,600 |
Audi e-tron GT | 488 | AWD | 93kWh | 350kW and 630Nm | $178,875 |
Audi RS e-tron GT | 472 | AWD | 93kWh | 440kW and 830Nm | $246,875 |
BMW
Manufacturer of cars and motorcycles, BMW was established in 1916 catering to a diverse spectrum of driving preferences. Continuing to push the boundaries, BMW embarked on producing various electric vehicles such as the BMW coupe which has three models, the BMW i4 eDrive35, BMW i4 eDrive40 Gran Coupe and BMW i4 M50 Gran Coupe that can be charged fully in at least 9 hours (11kW AC). There are three front-wheel drive electric sedans, BMW i5 M60 xDrive, BMW i7 xDrive60, and BMW i7 M70 xDrive and an RWD BMW i5 eDrive40 available that has a shorter charging time. Large SUVs of BMW include the iX with available four trims such as the BMW iX xDrive40, BMW iX xDrive40 Sport, BMW iX xDrive50 Sport, and the first sports activity vehicle, the BMW iX M60. BMW also produced SUV that only take at least 5 hours to fully charge BMW iX1 xDrive30 xLine and BMW iX1 xDrive30 M Sport. The BMW iX3 SUV is provided with 210 kW (286 hp) performance engine.
MODEL | DRIVING RANGE (Km)* | DRIVETRAIN | BATTERY SIZE | POWER AND TORQUE | STARTING PRICE |
BMW i4 eDrive35 | 430 | RWD | 70kWh | 250kW and 430Nm | $85,900 |
BMW i4 eDrive40 Gran Coupe | 590 | RWD | 84kWh | 400kW and 795Nm | $102,900 |
BMW i4 M50 Gran Coupe | 510 | FWD | 95kWh | 250kW and 430Nm | $133,900 |
BMW i5 eDrive40 | 582 | RWD | 84kWh | 442kW and 820Nm | $155,900 |
BMW i5 M60 xDrive | 516 | FWD | 84kWh | 400kW and 745Nm | $215,900 |
BMW i7 xDrive60 | 625 | FWD | 106kWh | 485kW and 1100Nm | $297,900 |
BMW i7 M70 xDrive | 560 | FWD | 106kWh | 240kW and 630Nm | $344,900 |
BMW iX xDrive40 | 420 | FWD | 77kWh | 240kW and 630Nm | $135,900 |
BMW iX xDrive50 | 620 | AWD | 112kWh | 385kW and 765Nm | $185,400 |
BMW iX M60 | 566 | FWD | 112kWh | 455kW and 1100Nm | $233,400 |
BMW iX1 xDrive30 xLine | 400 | FWD | 67kWh | 150kW and 247Nm | $84,900 |
BMW iX1 xDrive30 M Sport | 400 | AWD | 67kWh | 230kW and 494Nm | $84,900 |
BMW iX3 | 460 | RWD | 80kWh | 230kW and 494Nm | $114,900 |
BYD
Founded in 1995, BYD, a Chinese marque has developed blade batteries for its electric vehicles. Available in Australia, BYD offers electric SUVs, under Atto 3 family, the BYD Atto 3 Superior Standard Range and BYD Atto 3 Superior Extended Range that has a 310Nm maximum torque and 150kW maximum power. Under the ‘Ocean Series’ they produced hatchback variants with FWD drivetrain, the BYD Dolphin Dynamic, BYD Dolphin Premium, and the limited edition, the BYD Dolphin Sport with 1,000 units for sale. Catering sedan body style, three variants are available, the BYD Seal Dynamic, BYD Seal Premium, BYD Seal Performance.
MODEL | DRIVING RANGE (Km)* | DRIVETRAIN | BATTERY SIZE | POWER AND TORQUE | STARTING PRICE |
BYD Atto 3 Superior Standard Range | 345 | FWD | 50.1kWh | 150kW and 310Nm | $48,011 |
BYD Atto 3 Superior Extended Range | 420 | FWD | 60.4kWh | 150kW and 310Nm | $51,011 |
BYD Dolphin Dynamic | 480 | FWD | 45kWh | 70kW and 180Nm | $38,890 |
BYD Dolphin Premium | 427 | FWD | 60kWh | 150kW and 310Nm | $44,890 |
BYD Seal Dynamic | 460 | RWD | 61.44kWh | 150kW and 310Nm | $49,888 |
BYD Seal Premium | 570 | RWD | 82.56kWh | 230kW and 360Nm | $58,798 |
BYD Seal Performance | 520 | AWD | 82.56kWh | 390kW and 670Nm | $68,748 |
Cupra
Cupra, an established marque from Spain launched its first fully electric vehicle, the Cupra Born that can deliver a driving range of up to 511km on a full charge. It is a hatchback with a powerful battery of 82kWh, integrated with a driving safety system that controls the driving speed to maintain a safe distance from the vehicle ahead and has a park assist.
MODEL | DRIVING RANGE (Km)* | DRIVETRAIN | BATTERY SIZE | POWER AND TORQUE | STARTING PRICE |
Cupra Born | 511 | RWD | 82kWh | 170kW and 310Nm | $59,990 |
Fiat
Fiat, an Italian marque with classic automobile design shifted to electric mobility as they produced their first ever pure electric vehicle, the Fiat 500e that can travel in a distance of 312km with its 42kWh battery capacity.
MODEL | DRIVING RANGE (Km)* | DRIVETRAIN | BATTERY SIZE | POWER AND TORQUE | STARTING PRICE |
Fiat 500e | 312 | FWD | 42kWh | 87kW and 220Nm | $52,500 |
Ford
Founded in America, Ford is recognized marque due to the tough-looking vehicles it produces. Considering electric vehicles, Ford has the Mustang Mach-E, an electric SUV with available three models Ford Mustang Mach-E Select, Ford Mustang Mach-E Premium and Ford Mustang Mach-E GT which differs in driving range and performance.
MODEL | DRIVING RANGE (Km)* | DRIVETRAIN | BATTERY SIZE | POWER AND TORQUE | STARTING PRICE |
Ford Mustang Mach-E Select | 470 | RWD | 71kWh | 198kW and 430Nm | $79,990 |
Ford Mustang Mach-E Premium | 600 | RWD | 91kWh | 216kW and 430Nm | $91,665 |
Ford Mustang Mach-E GT | 490 | AWD | 91kWh | 358kW and 860Nm | $107,665 |
Genesis
Luxury car is what Genesis brand is famous for, and as it entered the automotive market in Australia, it offered competitive SUVs and sedans that redefine the auto luxury experience. Genesis embarked on producing electrified vehicles with its platform, the Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP). The first vehicle under this platform is the Genesis GV60 aerodynamic body and high performed SUV. It has ultra-rapid charging that only takes 18 minutes* to charge from 10-80% and a variant, the Genesis GV60 Performance. Other available luxury electric SUVs are the Genesis G80 and the Genesis GV70 with a maximum power of 272kW and 360kW respectively and 700Nm torque.
MODEL | DRIVING RANGE (Km)* | DRIVETRAIN | BATTERY SIZE | POWER AND TORQUE | STARTING PRICE |
Genesis GV60 | 470 | AWD | 77.4kWh | 360kW and 700Nm | $106,375 |
Genesis GV60 Performance | 466 | AWD | 77.4kWh | 360kW and 700Nm | $113,375 |
Genesis GV70 | 445 | AWD | 77.4kWh | 360kW and 700Nm | $126,475 |
Genesis G80 | 520 | AWD | 87.2kWh | 272kW and 700Nm | $145,675 |
GWM
Great Wall Motors or GWM has been a significant automaker in Australia since 2009, offering a variety of SUVs, Ute, and hatchbacks. GWM’s first step in the EV era is the production of Ora, a small 100% electric power hatchback with a driving span of up to 420km depending on the variants: GWM Ora Standard Range, GWM Ora Extended Range, GWM Ora Ultra Extended Range, and GWM Ora GT Extended Range. Currently, GWM Ora is one the most affordable EVs in Australia as the offer of a $4000 temporary discount will be available on Ora models ordered and delivered before the 31st of March or till the stocks last.
MODEL | DRIVING RANGE (Km)* | DRIVETRAIN | BATTERY SIZE | POWER AND TORQUE | STARTING PRICE |
GWM Ora Standard Range | 310 | FWD | 48kWh | 126kW and 250Nm | $39,900 |
GWM Ora Extended Range | 420 | FWD | 63kWh | 126kW and 250Nm | $45,900 |
GWM Ora Ultra Extended Range | 420 | FWD | 63kWh | 126kW and 250Nm | $48,900 |
GWM Ora GT Extended Range | 400 | FWD | 63kWh | 126kW and 250Nm | $51,900 |
Hyundai
A Korean marque entered and was established in the Australian automotive industry in the 1980s by providing budget-friendly vehicles in the market. Hyundai, a well-known automaker is now focused on its commitment to crafting electrified vehicles. The award-winning SUV, the Ioniq 5 has a driving range of 454km up to 507km while Ioniq 6 sedan with 614km depending on the variant model. Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Ioniq 6 is a two-wheel drive that has a standard and extended range available. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 Dynamiq and Hyundai Ioniq 5 Epiq AWD have available AWD and 2WD variants that can travel 454km to 476km on a full charge. Hyundai Ioniq 5 N AWD, an all-new member of Hyundai has a variant that has a vision roof and an electric range capability of 625km. There are two variants of Ioniq 6 sedan, the Hyundai Ioniq 6 Dynamiq and Hyundai Ioniq 6 Epiq with available 2WD and AWD options. For sporty styled electric SUV selection, Hyundai offers the Kona Electric version with four available variants that have the capacity to travel 370km – 505km.
MODEL | DRIVING RANGE (Km)* | DRIVETRAIN | BATTERY SIZE | POWER AND TORQUE | STARTING PRICE |
Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range | 384 | 2WD | 77.4kWh | 125kW and 350 Nm | $71,902- $78,345* |
Hyundai Ioniq 5 Extended Range | 507 | 2WD | 77.4kWh | 168 kW and 350 Nm | $71,902- $78,345* |
Hyundai Ioniq 5 Dynamiq AWD | 454 | AWD | 77.4kWh | 239 kW and 605 Nm | $84,709 – $89,528 |
Hyundai Ioniq 5 Dynamiq 2WD | 476 | 2WD | 77.4kWh | 168 kW and 350 Nm | $84,709 – $89,528 |
Hyundai Ioniq 5 Epiq AWD | 454 | AWD | 77.4kWh | 168 kW and 350 Nm | $91,631 – $96,482 |
Hyundai Ioniq 5 Epiq 2WD | 476 | AWD | 77.4kWh | 239kW and 605Nm | $91,631 – $96,482 |
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N AWD | 625 | AWD | 84kWh | 166kW / 350Nm (front) & 282kW / 390Nm (rear) | $122,275 |
Hyundai Ioniq 6 Standard Range | 429 | 2WD | 77.4kWh | 111kW and 350Nm | $72,435-$78,825 |
Hyundai Ioniq 6 Extended Range | 614 | 2WD | 77.4kWh | 168kW and 350Nm | $72,435-$78,825 |
Hyundai Ioniq 6 Dynamiq 2WD | 545 | 2WD | 77.4kWh | 168kW and 350Nm | $86,280-$91,099 |
Hyundai Ioniq 6 Dynamiq AWD | 519 | AWD | 77.4kWh | 239kW and 605Nm | $86,280-$91,099 |
Hyundai Ioniq 6 Epiq 2WD | 545 | 2WD | 77.4kWh | 168kW and 350Nm | $93,203-$98,533 |
Hyundai Ioniq 6 Epiq AWD | 519 | AWD | 77.4kWh | 239kW and 605Nm | $93,203-$98,533 |
Hyundai Kona Electric Elite Standard Range | 305 | FWD | 39.2kWh | 239kW and 605Nm | $54,500 |
Hyundai Kona Electric Highlander Standard Range | 305 | FWD | 39.2kWh | 100kW and 395Nm | $58,000 |
Hyundai Kona Electric Elite Extended Range | 505 | FWD | 64kWh | 100kW and 395Nm | $60,740 |
Hyundai Kona Electric Highlander Extended Range | 505 | FWD | 64kWh | 150kW and 395Nm | $65,290 |
Jaguar
Jaguar’s commitment to practicality and elegance can be seen to its first electric vehicle sold in the market, the I-Pace. There are two available models for sale, both are an all-wheel drive with a battery size of 90kWh, the Jaguar I-Pace EV400 R-Dynamic SE and the Jaguar I-Pace EV400 R-Dynamic HSE.
MODEL | DRIVING RANGE (Km)* | DRIVETRAIN | BATTERY SIZE | POWER AND TORQUE | STARTING PRICE |
Jaguar I-Pace EV400 R-Dynamic SE | 446 | AWD | 90kWh | 294kW and 696Nm | $147,475 |
Jaguar I-Pace EV400 R-Dynamic HSE | 446 | AWD | 90kWh | 294kW and 696Nm | $164,275 |
Kia
Kia is a Korean automotive manufacturing company that’s been with the Australian market since 1997 and has been consistently part of the top brands in the country. Kia has a reputation for producing reliable cars and their commitment to automotive innovation. Kia sells four available grades under EV6, including the longest range, the Kia EV6 Air (RWD) single motor, a modern electric crossover SUV with a 77.4kWh battery that goes up to 528km, and the GT models including Kia EV6 GT-Line RWD single motor, Kia EV6 GT-Line AWD dual motor, Kia EV6 GT AWD dual motor. In addition to the electrified crossover SUV is the Kia Niro which has a lesser battery capacity of 64.8kWh but has an outstanding electric range of 460km (WLTP) available in two different trims, the Kia Niro Electric S and Kia Niro Electric GT-Line. The Kia EV9 is a 7-seater SUV with three variants released, the Kia EV9 Earth and, the Kia EV9 GT-Line both have AWD drivetrain and the rear-wheel drive Kia EV9 Air.
MODEL | DRIVING RANGE (Km)* | DRIVETRAIN | BATTERY SIZE | POWER AND TORQUE | STARTING PRICE |
Kia EV6 Air (RWD) single motor | 528 | RWD | 77.4kWh | 168kW and 350Nm | $72,590 |
Kia EV6 GT-Line RWD single motor | 504 | RWD | 77.4kWh | 168kW and 350Nm | $79,590 |
Kia EV6 GT-Line AWD dual motor | 484 | AWD | 77.4kWh | 239kW and 605Nm | $88,392 |
Kia EV6 GT AWD dual motor | 424 | AWD | 77.4kWh | 430kW and 740Nm | $99,950 |
Kia Niro Electric S | 460 | FWD | 64.8kWh | 150kW and 255Nm | $66,590 |
Kia Niro Electric GT-Line | 460 | FWD | 64.8kWh | 150kW and 255Nm | $72,360 |
Kia EV9 Air | 443 | RWD | 76.1kWh | 160kW and 350Nm | $97,000-$121,000 |
Kia EV9 Earth | 512 | AWD | 99.8kWh | 283kW and 700Nm | $97,000-$121,000 |
Kia EV9 GT-Line | 505 | AWD | NA | NA | $97,000-$121,000 |
LDV Automotive
LDV Automotive was founded in the UK and was known as a manufacturing company for vans and trucks. LDV in Australia started in 2014, it offers a range of commercial and passenger cars including pure electric vehicles. The first electric dual cab ute in the country is the LDV eT60 ute that has a capacity of up to five people. LDV eDeliver 9 is an electric large van with two variants the Long wheelbase /Mid roof and LDV eDeliver 9 Long wheelbase /High roof that has a maximum speed of 90km/h and an electric range of 280km and 275 km respectively. A full-sized luxury electric people mover is crafted with a 90kWh battery size that can cover up to 440km on a single charge depending on the variant available including LDV Mifa 9 Mode, LDV Mifa 9 Executive and LDV Mifa 9 Luxe with a capacity of seven passengers.
MODEL | DRIVING RANGE (Km)* | DRIVETRAIN | BATTERY SIZE | POWER AND TORQUE | STARTING PRICE |
LDV eT60 ute | 330 | RWD | 88.5kWh | 130kW and 310Nm | $92,990 |
LDV eDeliver 9 Long wheelbase /Mid roof | 280 | FWD | 88.5kWh | 150kW and 310Nm | $116,537 |
LDV eDeliver 9 Long wheelbase /High roof | 275 | FWD | 88.5kWh | 150kW and 310Nm | $118,836 |
LDV Mifa 9 Mode | 440 | FWD | 90kWh | 180kW and 350Nm | $106,000 |
LDV Mifa 9 Executive | 435 | FWD | 90kWh | 180kW and 350Nm | $117,000 |
LDV Mifa 9 Luxe | 430 | FWD | 90kWh | 180kW and 350Nm | $131,000 |
Lexus
One of the leading luxury Japanese marques in Australia is Lexus due to its reputation for safety and comfort by incorporating sophisticated driver-assistance systems and introducing innovative comfort features in its vehicles. Lexus offers two electric vehicles consisting of two variants each. Lexus UX300e (Lexus UX300e Luxury and Lexus UX300e Sports Luxury) is a compact SUV integrated with Lexus Safety System+ and high-performance features that can achieve an electric range of 440km with its 72.8kWh battery capacity. Lexus providing a longer electric range, it produced Lexus RZ 450e medium SUV that has two available grades, the Lexus RZ 450e Luxury and Lexus RZ 450e Sports Luxury, both can reach 470km on single charge.
MODEL | DRIVING RANGE (Km)* | DRIVETRAIN | BATTERY SIZE | POWER AND TORQUE | STARTING PRICE |
Lexus UX300e Luxury | 440 | FWD | 72.8kWh | 230kW and 435Nm | $79,990 |
Lexus UX300e Sports Luxury | 440 | FWD | 72.8kWh | 230kW and 435Nm | $87,665 |
Lexus RZ 450e Luxury | 470 | AWD | 71kWh | 107kW and 271Nm | $121,675 |
Lexus RZ 450e Sports Luxury | 470 | AWD | 71kWh | 140kW and 375Nm | $133,675 |
Mazda
Established in 1920 in Japan, Mazda is famous for producing small to large SUVs and LCV range. Now, Mazda is on its way to joining electric mobility with its Mazda MX-30 E35 available only to Astina trim. It is a front-wheel drive 4 4-door wagon with a 200km driving range and was released to the Australian market on January 2023.
MODEL | DRIVING RANGE (Km)* | DRIVETRAIN | BATTERY SIZE | POWER AND TORQUE | STARTING PRICE |
Mazda MX-30 E35 Astina | 200 | FWD | 35.5kWh | 107kW and 271Nm | $66,410 |
Mercedes-Benz
A German marque founded in 1926, Mercedes-Benz is recognized for its luxury and vehicles with power engines. A diverse lineup of vehicles is sold in Australia including numerous pure electric vehicles such as the EQC mid-sized SUV, the first EV produced by Mercedes-Benz, next is the EQA, the smallest electric SUV in the Mercedes-Benz range consisting of the Mercedes-Benz EQA 250 single motor and Mercedes-Benz EQA 350 4MATIC dual motor with a panoramic sunroof. Other electric SUVs available are EQE SUV, Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 4matic SUV, and EQB with two available variants, the Mercedes-Benz EQB 250 and Mercedes-Benz EQB 350 4MATIC with the same 66.5kWh battery size as EQA. There are two available sedan models, the EQE and EQS. Three variants under the EQE model comprise of a single-motor Mercedes-Benz EQE 300 and the dual-motor Mercedes-Benz EQE 350 4Matic and Mercedes-AMG EQE 53 4Matic+. EQS Sedan long offers two variants, the Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 4matic and Mercedes-Benz EQS 53 4MATIC+ that can travel up to 590km with its electric motor. Mercedes-Benz EQV is a people mover for at least 7 people and has an electric range of up to 418km as per claimed.
MODEL | DRIVING RANGE (Km)* | DRIVETRAIN | BATTERY SIZE | POWER AND TORQUE | STARTING PRICE |
Mercedes-Benz EQA 250 Single Motor | 426 | FWD | 66.5kWh | 140kW and 375Nm | $82,300 |
Mercedes-Benz EQA 350 4MATIC Dual Motor | 400 | AWD | 66.5kWh | 215kW and 520Nm | $96,900 |
Mercedes-Benz EQB 250 | 371 | FWD | 66.5kWh | 140kW and 385Nm | $87,800 |
Mercedes-Benz EQB 350 4MATIC | 360 | AWD | 66.5kWh | 215kW and 520Nm | $106,700 |
Mercedes-Benz EQC 400 4 MATIC | 430 | AWD | 80kWh | 180kW and 550Nm | $140,771 |
Mercedes-Benz EQC 400 4MATIC Sport | 430 | AWD | 80kWh | 215kW and 765Nm | $144,275 |
Mercedes-Benz EQE 300 SUV | 539 | RWD | 89kWh | 180kW and 550Nm | $134,900 |
Mercedes-Benz EQE 350 4MATIC SUV | 539 | AWD | 89kWh | 215kW and 765Nm | $144,900 |
Mercedes-Benz EQE 500 4MATIC SUV | 534 | AWD | 90.5kWh | 300kW and 858Nm | $164,900 |
Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-AMG EQE 53 4MATIC+ SUV | 485 | AWD | 90.5kWh | 460kW and 950Nm | $189,900 |
Mercedes-Benz EQE 300 | 626 | RWD | 89kWh | 180kW and 550Nm | $134,900 |
Mercedes-Benz EQE 350 4Matic | 590 | AWD | 89kWh | 215kW and 765Nm | $153,575 |
Mercedes-AMG EQE 53 4Matic+ | 515 | AWD | 89kWh | 460kW and 950Nm | $189,900 |
Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 4matic | 592 | FWD | 107.8kWh | 265kW and 800Nm | $219,900 |
Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 4matic SUV | 592 | AWD | 107.8kWh | 265kW and 800Nm | $194,900 |
Mercedes-Benz EQS 53 4MATIC+ | 580 | AWD | 107.8kWh | 484kW and 950Nm | $213,574 |
Mercedes-Benz EQV | 418 | FWD | 90kWh | 150kW and 365Nm | $157,450 |
MINI
A British iconic marque founded in 1959 by Alec Issigonis. MINI can easily recognized for its compact and stylish presence of boxy silhouette and rounded headlights. New in the MINI family powered by lithium-ion high-voltage batteries are the MINI Cooper E and MINI Cooper SE hatchbacks. According to MINI Australia, Cooper E has a battery capacity of 40.7kWh with an output power of 135kW and may cover a distance of 300km. Meanwhile, the MINI Cooper SE has a bigger battery size and can travel as much as 400km on a full charge.
MODEL | DRIVING RANGE (Km)* | DRIVETRAIN | BATTERY SIZE | POWER | STARTING PRICE |
MINI Cooper E | 300 | FWD | 40.7kWh | 135kW | $63,825 |
MINI Cooper SE | 400 | FWD | 54.2kWh | 160kW | $63,825 |
MG
In 1924, MG was founded in the UK by William Morris, this marque embraces contemporary design and integrated technology with its manufactured vehicles. MG has been producing very affordable pure electric cars such as the MG ZS EV, a compact SUV available in three different variants MG ZS EV Excite, MG ZS EV Essence, and MG ZS EV Long Range that has a driving range of up to 440km* in a single charge and three Driving Modes (Eco, Normal and Sport). Both Essence and Long Range have a full-length panoramic stargazer sunroof and a wireless charger. Meanwhile, MG4 Electric is an all-new electric 5-door hatchback with five variants available to choose from each with different battery capacities, the MG4 Excite 51 kWh, MG4 Excite 64 kWh, MG4 Essence 64 kWh, MG4 Long Range 77 kWh, and MG4 Electric XPOWER with 64kWh lithium-ion battery size.
MODEL | DRIVING RANGE (Km)* | DRIVETRAIN | BATTERY SIZE | POWER AND TORQUE | STARTING PRICE |
MG ZS EV Excite | 320 | FWD | 51kWh | 130kW and 280Nm | $44,990 |
MG ZS EV Essence | 320 | FWD | 51kWh | 130kW and 280Nm | $47,990 |
MG ZS EV Long Range | 440 | FWD | 72.6kWh | 115kW and 280Nm | $55,990 |
MG4 Excite 51 kWh | 350 | RWD | 51kWh | 125kW and 250Nm | $38,990 |
MG4 Excite 64 kWh | 450 | RWD | 64kWh | 150kW and 250Nm | $44,990 |
MG4 Essence 64 kWh | 435 | RWD | 64kWh | 150kW and 250Nm | $47,990 |
MG4 Long Range 77 kWh | 530 | RWD | 77kWh | 180kW and 350Nm | $55,990 |
MG4 Electric XPOWER | 400 | AWD | 64kWh | 300kW and 600Nm | $59,990 |
Nissan
A Japanese marque, Nissan was established in Australia in 1977 as an affordable and reliable vehicle in the market. Nissan Australia offers a diverse range of cars from practical cars like hatchbacks, to SUVs and 100% electric vehicles with zero tailpipe emissions. In 2012, Nissan launched the Nissan Leaf, one of the pioneers of the mass-market electric vehicle is now offering the second-generation the Nissan Leaf with a 40kWh lithium-ion battery and a maximum speed of 144km/h, and the Nissan Leaf e+ with a 62kWh battery that can travel 385km distance.
MODEL | DRIVING RANGE (Km)* | DRIVETRAIN | BATTERY SIZE | POWER AND TORQUE | STARTING PRICE |
Nissan Leaf | 270 | FWD | 40kWh | 110kW and 320Nm | $56, 818 |
Nissan Leaf e+ | 385 | FWD | 62kWh | 160kW and 340Nm | $68, 053 |
Polestar
Polestar is a Swedish electric performance marque known for its distinctive Scandinavian design on its vehicles. Polestar entered the competitive EV market in Australia using Polestar 2 by the end of 2021. Polestar 2 comes in four variants with different battery sizes depending on its range: Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor, Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor, Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor, and Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor with performance pack. The second Polestar EV for sale is the AWD Polestar 3 with two different variants with the same 111kWh battery size, the Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor that can travel a distance of 610km on a single charge and the Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor Performance Pack with an electric range of 560km.
MODEL | DRIVING RANGE (Km)* | DRIVETRAIN | BATTERY SIZE | POWER AND TORQUE | STARTING PRICE |
Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor | 546 | RWD | 69kWh | 200kW and 490Nm | $63,900 |
Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor | 655 | RWD | 82kWh | 220kW and 490Nm | $68,400 |
Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor | 593 | AWD | 82kWh | 310kW and 640Nm | $73,400 |
Polestar 2 Long Range Dual motor with performance pack | 568 | AWD | 82kWh | 350kW and 740Nm | $85,400 |
Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor | 610 | AWD | 111kWh | 360kW and 840Nm | $132,900 |
Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor Performance Pack | 560 | AWD | 111kWh | 380kW and 910Nm | $141,900 |
Porsche
Porsche’s presence in Australia dates back to 1951 offering the full range of Porsche models in the market. Actively embracing innovation, Porsche produced the Taycan EV, their first electric sports sedan that comes with five Taycan variants including a rear-wheel drive base model, the Porsche Taycan with a performance speed of 230 km/h and that can travel a distance of 403km on a single charge. The rest of the Taycan variants are all-wheel drive such as the Porsche Taycan 4S, Porsche Taycan GTS, Porsche Taycan Turbo and Porsche Taycan Turbo S. The Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo is a version of the regular Taycan that is ideal for off-road activities. It comes in three variants Porsche Taycan 4 Cross Turismo, Porsche Taycan 4S Cross Turismo and Porsche Taycan Turbo Cross Turismo that have a charging time of 5 hours using a 22kW AC charger.
MODEL | DRIVING RANGE (Km)* | DRIVETRAIN | BATTERY SIZE | POWER AND TORQUE | STARTING PRICE |
Porsche Taycan | 403 | RWD | 79kWh | 240kW and 345Nm | $164,400 |
Porsche Taycan 4S | 413 | AWD | 79kWh | 320kW and 640Nm | $205,300 |
Porsche Taycan GTS | 485 | AWD | 93kWh | 380kW and 850Nm | $248,300 |
Porsche Taycan Turbo | 482 | AWD | 93kWh | 460kW and 850Nm | $281,900 |
Porsche Taycan Turbo S | 482 | AWD | 93kWh | 460kW and 1,050Nm | $352,600 |
Porsche Taycan 4 Cross Turismo | 469 | AWD | 93kWh | 280kW and 500Nm | $185,200 |
Porsche Taycan 4S Cross Turismo | 469 | AWD | 93kWh | 360kW and 650Nm | $216,200 |
Porsche Taycan Turbo Cross Turismo | 472 | AWD | 93kWh | 460kW and 850Nm | $284,600 |
Renault
Renault founded by the Renault brothers in 1998 in France is an automobile manufacturer. Entered the Australian market in the 1970s to offer affordable cars ranging from crossovers to SUVs, and hatchbacks. Recognizing the importance of electric vehicles, Renault introduced the Renault Megane E-Tech BEV Techno EV60, a stylish compact electric SUV that not only produces zero-emission but reduces noise pollution as well.
MODEL | DRIVING RANGE (Km)* | DRIVETRAIN | BATTERY SIZE | POWER AND TORQUE | STARTING PRICE |
Renault Megane E-Tech BEV Techno EV60 | 454 | FWD | 60kWh | 160kW and 300Nm | $64,900 |
Rolls Royce
In 1904, Charles Rolls and Henry Royce established Rolls Royce in the UK by offering automotive luxury and in the early 20th century, entered the Australian market. With the signature of elegance and electric battery, Rolls Royce produced its first electric vehicle, the Rolls Royce Spectre which can travel a distance of about 530km on a full charge.
MODEL | DRIVING RANGE (Km)* | DRIVETRAIN | BATTERY SIZE | POWER AND TORQUE | STARTING PRICE |
Rolls Royce Spectre | 530 | AWD | 102kWh | 430kW and 900Nm | $770,000 |
Tesla
Tesla is a well-known American marque for producing electric vehicles and has been in the Australian market since 2009. Tesla is the top-selling EV brand in the country with its Model Y SUV being the best-selling electric vehicle in 2023. Model Y is available in three variants, the Tesla Model Y Rear-Wheel Drive, Tesla Model Y Long Range All-Wheel Drive, and Tesla Model Y Performance All-Wheel Drive featuring 5-seater capacity, a bigger storage space, and a travel scope of up to 533 kilometers. Tesla Model 3 with a standard range battery can travel up to 513km, meanwhile, the Tesla Model 3 Long Range can go up to 629 km.
MODEL | DRIVING RANGE (Km)* | DRIVETRAIN | BATTERY SIZE | POWER AND TORQUE | STARTING PRICE |
Tesla Model 3 | 513 | RWD | 62.3kWh | 208kW and 350Nm | $61,900 |
Tesla Model 3 Long Range | 629 | AWD | 82kWh | 366kW and 590Nm | $71,900 |
Tesla Model Y Rear-Wheel Drive | 455 | RWD | 60kWh | 220kW and 330Nm | $65,400 |
Tesla Model Y Long Range All-Wheel Drive | 533 | AWD | 79kWh | 378kW and 493Nm | $78,400 |
Tesla Model Y Performance All-Wheel Drive | 514 | AWD | 79kWh | 393kW and 639Nm | $91,400 |
Volvo
Founded in founded in 1927, this Swedish marque, Volvo has built its reputation on producing safe and reliable cars and that can be expected too for their electric vehicles. Volvo’s range of pure electric cars are crossovers and SUVs. The brand’s first EV is the C40, a 5-seater crossover that can travel up to 507 kilometers and is available in two different variants, the Volvo C40 Recharge, a rear-wheel drive that has a twin motor powertrain, and the Volvo C40 Recharge Twin AWD a single motor powertrain. The XC40 Recharge is an SUV available in either rear-wheel drive or a twin-motor all-wheel drive that shares some features with the C40. XC40 has two available variants, the Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric and the Volvo XC40 Recharge Twin Pure Electric. Volvo also produced a small electric SUV, the EX30 that has an electric range of up to 540km depending on the performance of the following variants: Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Plus, Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Ultra, and Volvo EX30 Twin Motor Performance Ultra
MODEL | DRIVING RANGE (Km)* | DRIVETRAIN | BATTERY SIZE | POWER AND TORQUE | STARTING PRICE |
Volvo C40 Recharge | 476 | RWD | 69kWh | 170kW and 330Nm | $78,990 |
Volvo C40 Recharge Twin | 507 | AWD | 78kWh | 300kW and 660Nm | $87,990 |
Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Plus | 540 | RWD | 69kWh | 200kW and 343Nm | $59,900 |
Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Ultra | 540 | RWD | 69kWh | 200kW and 343Nm | $64,990 |
Volvo EX30 Twin Motor Performance Ultra | 540 | AWD | 69kWh | 315kW and 543Nm | $69,990 |
Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric | 460 | RWD | 69kWh | 300kW and 660Nm | $79,990 |
Volvo XC40 Recharge Twin Pure Electric | 500 | AWD | 78kWh | 170kW and 330Nm | $81,490 |