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2026-05-25
2026 Renault Master: New-Gen Van From $55,990, Electric E-Tech From $77,990
New-generation Renault Master priced for Australia. Diesel from $55,990 (125kW/380Nm, 6-spd manual or 9-spd auto), electric E-Tech from $77,990 (87kWh, up to 409km WLTP). Up to 1,923kg payload, 2,000kg towing, 5yr warranty. Diesel arrives June 2026.
2026-05-25
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Gains Two Blacked-Out Special Editions for Australia
Two limited-number E-Class editions land here. E300 AMG Night Edition from $129,400 (190kW/400Nm mild hybrid) and Mercedes-AMG E53 Hybrid Dark Carbon from $206,900 (450kW/750Nm inline-six PHEV, up to ~100km EV range). Blackout styling, carbon trim, on sale now.
2026-05-25
2026 Cupra Leon Ve: 123km Electric Range PHEV Hatch From $62,990
Cupra's new second-gen plug-in hybrid hatch lands from $62,990 before on-roads. 123km WLTP electric range from a 20kWh battery, 150kW/350Nm, 7.7s 0-100, 11kW AC plus DC fast charging for the first time. 5yr warranty, deliveries June 2026.
2026-05-25
2026 Tesla Model Y L: Six-Seat, 681km EV On Sale From $74,900
Tesla's longer six-seat Model Y L is on sale in Australia from $74,900 before on-roads. 681km WLTP range (the longest of any Tesla here), 378kW dual-motor AWD, 0-100 in 5.0s, first Tesla with V2L, up to 250kW charging. Deliveries under way.
2026-05-25
2026 Hyundai Ioniq 6 N: 478kW Electric Super-Sedan From $115,000
Hyundai's electric sedan goes full N. From $115,000 before on-roads, dual-motor AWD with 448kW (478kW on N Grin Boost), 0-100 in 3.2s, 84kWh battery, 487km WLTP range, 800V charging 10-80% in ~18min. On sale now.
2026-05-25
2026 Subaru Uncharted: Brand's Cheapest EV Lands From $59,990
Subaru's smallest, cheapest EV opens for orders from $59,990 before on-roads. Single dual-motor AWD spec, 255kW, 0-100 ~5.0s, 74.7kWh battery, 522km WLTP range, 150kW DC charging and V2L. Deliveries mid-2026.
2026-05-25
2026 Audi Q3: Bigger, Tech-Loaded Small SUV Priced From $61,600
Third-gen Audi Q3 lands with 10 variants from $61,600 before on-roads. New 1.5L mild-hybrid base (110kW FWD), plus 150kW and 195kW 2.0L quattro (5.7s 0-100). 488L boot, twin curved screens, 5yr warranty, Q2 2026.
2026-05-25
2026 GAC Aion UT: Affordable Electric Hatch Lands From $31,990
GAC's budget EV hatch from $31,990 before on-roads, or $30,990 driveaway for the first 600 orders. 60kWh battery, 430km WLTP, 150kW/210Nm, 87kW DC, 8yr warranty. Takes on the BYD Dolphin and MG 4.
2026-05-25
2026 MG S6 EV: All-New Mid-Size Electric SUV From $49,990 Drive-Away
MG's new mid-size electric SUV lands in Australia. Essence RWD $49,990 driveaway (180kW, 530km WLTP, 7.3s 0-100), Essence AWD $56,990 (266kW, 485km, 5.1s). 77kWh battery, 150kW DC charging, up to 1,690L boot, 10-year warranty.
2026-05-25
2026 Kia EV6 Update: Bigger 84kWh Battery and More Range From $72,660
Mid-life EV6 update for Australia. New 84kWh battery lifts WLTP range to 582km (RWD), Air from $72,660 to GT $99,660 before on-roads, only ~$70 dearer. New ccNC tech, OTA updates, 800V 350kW charging, 430kW GT flagship.
2026-05-24
2026 Kia PV5 Cargo: Australia's Cheapest Electric Van From $55,990
Kia's first electric van lands from $55,990 before on-roads. Single Long Range variant, 71.2kWh battery, 416km WLTP, up to 4.4m³ load space, 690kg payload, V2L, 7-year warranty. On sale late May 2026.
2026-05-24
Range Rover Sport TWENTY Edition: Just 25 for Australia From $233,200
20th-anniversary special. 4.4L twin-turbo V8 mild hybrid (390kW/750Nm), 0-100 under 5s, Black Exterior Pack, 23-inch wheels, optional Sanguinello Orange interior. Only 25 units, orders open now.
2026-05-24
2027 Volvo EX60 Electric SUV Confirmed for Australia From $86,990
Mid-size EV on Volvo's new SPA3 800V platform. P6 RWD $86,990 (610km WLTP), P10 AWD $101,990 (660km). Up to 370kW DC charging. Orders open, deliveries late 2026.
2026-05-24
GWM Tank 800 V8 PHEV Confirmed for Australia
Full-size flagship with a 4.0L twin-turbo V8 plug-in hybrid making up to 735kW. Aimed at the LandCruiser 300 and Nissan Patrol, expected from north of $100k, local launch 2027.
2026-05-24
2026 Honda ZR-V: Cheaper Hybrids Join the Range From $43,400
Two new e:HEV grades slot in below the flagship. Range now $39,900 (petrol VTi X) to $51,900 (e:HEV LX) driveaway, entry hybrid down $11,500. 135kW hybrid, Google built-in, 4-star ANCAP.
2026-05-24
Mercedes-AMG GT Goes Electric: 860kW Four-Door Confirmed for Australia
AMG's first bespoke EV. GT63 860kW/2000Nm, GT55 600kW, three axial-flux motors, 2.1s 0-100, 106kWh battery, up to 700km WLTP and 600kW DC charging. Pricing TBC.
2026-05-24
2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA Priced: Hybrid From $66,500, EV From $72,200
Five variants: three 48V mild hybrids plus two 800V EVs. CLA 200 electric 58kWh/470km RWD, CLA 350 4MATIC 85kWh/663km AWD, up to 320kW DC charging. Deliveries from June 2026.
2026-05-24
2026 MG 4 EV: Range Cut to Two Variants, XPower Price Slashed
MG 4 simplified to Essence 64 from $39,990 driveaway (452km range) and XPower AWD from $47,990 driveaway (320kW/600Nm, 3.8s 0-100). 5-star ANCAP, up to 10yr warranty.
2026-05-24
2027 Kia Seltos Confirmed Hybrid-Only for Australia
Next-gen Seltos drops pure petrol locally. 1.6L hybrid (113kW FWD / 131kW AWD), 6-speed DCT, S to GT-Line trims. Arrives late 2026, pricing TBC.
2026-05-24
Chery Tiggo 9 vs Kia Sorento vs Toyota Kluger 2026: Seven-Seater Showdown
Chinese newcomer Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid PHEV ($59,990) takes on Kia Sorento GT-Line Hybrid AWD ($74,540) and Toyota Kluger Grande ($85,135). Price, powertrain, interior, safety, running costs and verdict.
2026-05-18
2026 212 T01: China's Wrangler-Sized Off-Roader Updated, Australia Bound 2027
BAW's 212 T01 ladder-frame off-roader gets a 2026 update with reprofiled bonnet, wider front panel and Grenadier-style mono colours. Confirmed for Australia in 2027 with ladder chassis, solid axles and coil springs to chase Wrangler from $81,990.
2026-05-18
Firefly Electric Car Confirmed for Australia in 2026: Premium, Not Budget
Nio's pint-sized Firefly EV due in Australian showrooms by end of 2026. 105kW rear motor, 41.2kWh battery, 330km WLTP range, 100kW DC charging. Pricing from $40k+ to chase Mini and Volvo EX30, not BYD or MG. Distributor model, no battery swap stations here.
2026-05-15
Ford F-150 Earns ANCAP Platinum ADAS Rating, Tops RAM 1500 and LC79
ANCAP's inaugural Large Utilities ADAS Safety Comparison: F-150 Platinum + Lariat win with 81% Platinum grading. RAM 1500 Limited Gold 70%, LC79 Single+Double Cab Silver 55%. Not a traditional 5-star rating.
2026-05-13
Cupra Recalls 920 Ateca, Formentor, Leon and Terramar Over Steering Software Fault
VGA recall covering Cupra Ateca, Formentor, Leon hatch and Terramar built 2024-2026. Software fault can disable electric power steering assistance. Free software update at any Cupra Service Partner. Hotline 1800 879 112.
2026-05-13
GAC Yue 7 PHEV: 188km EV Range Denza B5 Rival Could Land in Australia
Boxy GAC Yue 7 PHEV revealed in Beijing. 1.5L turbo + dual electric motors AWD, CATL battery in 28.3 or 45kWh sizes, 188km EV range, 4,999mm long. GAC AU flagged it in a local press release.
2026-05-10
BYD Seal 6 Earns 5-Star ANCAP: Camry-Tier Safety From $34,990
Sedan and Touring wagon both 5-star under 2023-2025 protocol. 92% Adult, 90% Child, 84% VRU, 84% Safety Assist. Beats Camry on 3 of 4 sub-scores. Now eligible for fleet and rideshare procurement.
2026-05-10
XPeng's Australia Reset: G9 SUV and X9 People Mover Could Land Sooner
XPeng restructuring its local setup. 18 dealers, 2,000+ G6 sales in 12 months. G6 update Q1 2026, X9 people mover Q2 (Zeekr 009 rival), G9L large SUV Q3 (Kia EV9 rival). Three more models forecast.
2026-05-06
2026 Toyota Camry Hybrid Price Australia: All 3 Variants Confirmed From $39,990
Ascent Hybrid $39,990, Ascent Sport Hybrid $42,990, SL Hybrid $53,990 RRP. Hybrid-only since 2024, 170kW combined, 4.0 L/100km. No Camry EV exists.
2026-05-05
11 Cars Sold in Australia You Probably Didn't Know Were Built in China
Tesla, Polestar, Volvo, Mini, Cupra, Mazda, Hyundai, Kia and Lotus all sell Chinese-built cars in Australia. Full list with platforms, plants and what it means for buyers.
2026-05-05
Hyundai, Kia and Genesis Extend EV Charger Warranty to 15 Years in Australia
ICCU coverage jumps from 5-7 years to 15 years or 300,000km on early Ioniq 5, Ioniq 6, EV6 (MY22-MY24), GV60, G80 EV and GV70 EV. Mirrors Europe.
2026-05-05
2027 Chery Q Electric Confirmed for Australia: Atto 1 and MG4 Urban Rival
Chery's second EV for Australia. RWD, 90kW/115Nm, 42kWh, ~350km WLTP estimated. 374L boot plus a 70L frunk, 15.6-inch screen, heated/ventilated seats. Pricing TBC, expected high-$20,000s.
2026-05-04
BYD Yangwang U9 Xtreme Confirmed for Australia
An Australian collector pays AU$2.7m for one of 30 U9 Xtremes built worldwide. 2,978bhp quad-motor, 496.22km/h verified at Papenburg, beats Bugatti Chiron Super Sport. Promo car only, lands early 2027.
2026-05-02
2026 Suzuki e Vitara: Brand's First EV From $46,990 Driveaway
Suzuki's first Australian EV opens pre-orders. Motion FWD $46,990, Ultra ALLGRIP-e AWD $56,990 driveaway for first 100 buyers. 49kWh or 61kWh LFP, up to 395km WLTP. July 2026 deliveries.
2026-04-30
GWM Tank 700 V8 Confirmed, Built for Australia and New Zealand
Chairman Jack Wei used the Beijing Auto Show 2026 to confirm a V8 for the Tank 700, with Australia and New Zealand named as priority target markets. Specs and timing TBC.
2026-04-30
2027 Hyundai Ioniq 3 Confirmed for Australia, Lands Q1 2027
Electric hatch replaces the i30. 42kWh LFP or 61kWh NMC, up to 500km WLTP, V2L standard, five-star ANCAP target. Expected from ~$40,000 plus on-roads.
2026-04-30
Polestar Cuts Emissions Per Car Sold by 31% Since 2020
Polestar's 2025 Sustainability Report: emissions per car down 31% since 2020. Polestar 4 the brand's lowest-carbon model. Net-zero Polestar 0 target slips to 2035.
2026-04-30
2026 Volkswagen ID. Polo Revealed: First Electric Polo Ever
VW unwraps the all-electric ID. Polo. Three power outputs, 37kWh LFP or 52kWh NMC battery, up to 454km WLTP, V2L standard. From €24,995 in Germany.
2026-04-30
Zeekr 8X and 9X Confirmed for Australia, Full EV Versions Possible
Zeekr's 8X and 9X land across late 2026 and 2027. Beijing show reveal: both engineered as full EVs first on a 900V platform, range extender bolted on after.
2026-04-27
2026 Jaecoo J5 Petrol Lands in Australia From $25,990 Driveaway
Jaecoo J5 petrol joins the top-selling J5 EV. 1.5T, 108kW, CVT, 7.5L/100km, 13.2-inch screen, seven airbags, 8-year warranty.
2026-04-27
Suzuki Jimny EV Spied With Solid Front Axle Intact
Camouflaged Jimny EV prototype caught testing in snow. Solid front axle survives, hinting Suzuki isn't softening the off-road formula.
2026-04-27
Nissan Terrano PHEV and Urban PHEV Revealed at Auto China 2026
Rugged Terrano PHEV and curvier Urban PHEV revealed in Beijing. Built in China, in showrooms within 12 months. Australia firmly on the radar.
2026-04-20
9 New Chinese Car Brands Coming to Australia in 2026 and 2027
212, Dreame, Firefly, Forthing, Freelander, iCaur, Jetour, JMC and Lepas. Specs, timing and what they bring. First arrivals June 2026.
2026-04-19
2026 Toyota RAV4 Lands From $45,990 Without an ANCAP Rating
Sixth-gen RAV4 in showrooms now but unrated by ANCAP until a mid-year running change meets tougher 2026 protocols. 227kW GR Sport PHEV mid-2026.
2026-04-19
2026 GWM Haval H6GT Hi4 PHEV: $52,990 Driveaway, 321kW AWD
Coupe-SUV PHEV drops $3,000, gains dual-motor AWD, 4.6s 0-100, 183km NEDC EV range, 14.6-inch Coffee OS with wireless CarPlay.
2026-04-16
2026 Toyota bZ4X Touring: New EV Flagship Wagon From $69,990
Toyota's wagon-bodied flagship EV. 280kW AWD, 4.4s 0-100, 488km WLTP, 550L boot, 10-year battery warranty. Lands May 2026.
2026-04-15
2026 Subaru Trailseeker: Price, Specs, Range Confirmed
Subaru's electric Outback. From $67,990, 280kW AWD, 533km WLTP, 22kW AC, 150kW DC, 211mm clearance. Q2 2026 arrival.
2026-04-15
Zeekr 9X PHEV and 7GT Electric Wagon Confirmed for Australia
Tri-motor 1,030kW PHEV flagship, 2.85s electric wagon and an 8X PHEV SUV. Zeekr's Australian lineup triples in 12 months.
2026-04-11
Top 10 Best-Selling EVs in Australia: March 2026
Tesla Model Y leads with 2,818 sales, BYD Sealion 7 surges 243.8%, Zeekr 7X debuts third. Chinese brands take 5 of the top 10.
2026-04-11
2026 Mazda CX-5: All-New Third Gen From $39,990 AWD
132kW 2.5L, all AWD as standard, 12.9-inch screen, 5 grades. Hybrid coming 2027. Full pricing and specs.
2026-04-11
Cupra Raval Revealed: Baby EV Hatch From ~A$43k
Up to 450km range, 166kW top output, 441L boot. Cupra's cheapest model yet on VW's MEB+ platform. Australia likely 2027.
2026-04-10
MG U9 EV Ute: 3,500kg Towing Electric Dual-Cab
Fully electric ute with 3,500kg braked towing and 430km range. MG's answer to diesel utes.
2026-04-10
Renault Symbioz: Hybrid SUV Confirmed for H2 2026
Full hybrid with 1,000km range, mild hybrid option. Sliding rear seats, Solarbay liquid crystal sunroof. Pricing TBC.
2026-04-11
2026 Honda Prelude Australia: Price, Specs, Release Date
$65,000 driveaway confirmed. 135kW/315Nm hybrid, 4.3L/100km, Brembo brakes, S+ Shift Mode. Orders open now, deliveries May 2026.
2026-04-10
GWM ORA 5: Cheapest Electric SUV From $33,990
150kW, 430km range, V2L, 120kW DC. Undercuts BYD Atto 3 by $10k driveaway. 7-year warranty.
2026-04-10
Kia K4 Recalled: Rear Seat Belt Defect
4,817 units of the 2025-2026 K4 Hatch recalled. Rear centre seat belt may not latch properly. Free dealer fix.
2026-04-10
Mitsubishi Triton Raider: Full Specs, Price, Premcar Off-Road Pack
Rally-inspired, Melbourne-built. Premcar suspension, ROH alloys, Bridgestone AT tyres, 25mm lift, 3,500kg towing. Due May 2026.
2026-04-09
Zeekr X Drops to $49,900 Driveaway
$7,000 slashed off the RWD. Now the cheapest premium electric SUV in Australia under $50k driveaway.
2026-04-11
Chery KP31 Diesel PHEV Ute: Interior Revealed
World's first diesel plug-in hybrid ute. Three diff locks, leather cabin, 170km EV range, 3,500kg towing. Due late 2026.
2026-04-11
Denza Z9GT Australia: 850kW Electric Super Wagon Confirmed
Triple motor, 2.7s 0-100, 1,036km range, 9-minute charging. BYD's luxury brand Denza arrives Q3 2026. Full price and specs.
2026-04-09
Mazda CX-6e: Full Specs and Pricing Confirmed
77.94kWh, 484km ADR range, 190kW, 26-inch widescreen. From $59,106 before on-roads.
2026-04-09
Chery E5 Drops to $37,990 Driveaway for MY26
MY26 slashes $5,000 off the Ultimate. Urban variant axed. 430km range, 7-year warranty, full-size spare.
2026-04-09
BYD Shark 6: 3.5T Towing Performance and Cab-Chassis
New Performance model from $62,900 with 3,500kg towing and Crawl Mode. Cab-chassis from $55,900.
2026-04-08
BYD Seal 6 Price and Specs Australia
Plug-in hybrid sedan from $34,990, wagon from $39,990. 1400km+ combined range.
2026-04-08
EV Sales Hit Record 17.9% in March 2026
Battery electric vehicles hit a record 17.9% market share. BYD cracks 6th, Chery enters top 10.
2026-04-08
Forthing Taikon 5 Confirmed for June 2026
New Chinese brand Forthing launching mid-size EV and range-extender SUV. Up to 1,150km combined range.
2026-04-08
What's New in April 2026: Cars, Prices & News
Monthly roundup: BYD Seal 6, Forthing Taikon 5, record EV sales, new RAV4 and Ioniq 5 changes.