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EV Models

Which electric vehicle models are available in Australia? In this section we provide a comprehensive list, and track news, reviews, specifications and road trip stories for all models.

And, for more info on what EVs you can currently buy in Australia, or can expect to buy, check out our latest guide: EV calendar 2022: Which electric vehicles are coming … and which are not.

You can also see our FAQ section, including reader’s questions.


Audi e-tron
Audi e-tron
Priced from: $137700 | Driving range: 400km
Battery size: 83.6kWh | Maximum power: 300kW
The 100% electric e-tron with 370km real world range is Audi's first model to officially enter the world of electric vehicles.
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The Audi e-tron S. Source: Audi
Audi e-tron S
Priced from: $165600 | Driving range: 418km
Battery size: 95kWh | Maximum power: 370kW
With the new Audi e-tron S and the new Audi e-tron S Sportback, Audi continues its electric offensive.
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BMW i3
2019 BMW i3
Priced from: $68700 | Driving range: km
Battery size: 42kWh | Maximum power: 125kW
Dynamic and chic, the i3 is BMW's premium all-electric city car, with 260km real world range suitable for most everyday needs.
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BMW i3s
2019 BMW i3s
Priced from: $69900 | Driving range: km
Battery size: 33kWh | Maximum power: 135kW
The sports variant of BMW's groundbreaking electric i3 series, the BMW i3s accelerates from 0 to 100km an hour in just 6.9 seconds.
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The BMW i4. Source: BMW
BMW i4
Priced from: $99900 | Driving range: 590km
Battery size: 84kWh | Maximum power: 400kW
Due to arrive in the first quarter of 2022, the premium i4 four-door coupé will be offered in two variants: the eDrive40 which starts at $99,900 and the M50 which starts at $124,900, both before on-road costs.
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BMW iX. Source: BMW
BMW iX
Priced from: $135900 | Driving range: 600km
Battery size: 112kWh | Maximum power: 385kW
The BMW iX will be the German car maker's second pure electric car in Australia when it is introduced in the second half of 2021. BMW says it will deliver more than 600km driving range from a battery with 100kWh-plus capacity, and that pricing and more exact specifications will be detailed before its release.
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bmw ix3
BMW iX3
Priced from: $114900 | Driving range: 460km
Battery size: 80kWh | Maximum power: 210kW
With the iX3, BMW is embracing the increasing acceptance of electric vehicles as a mainstream vehicle, and is also seeking to increase that acceptance by offering a driving range of 460km on a single charge.
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2022 Ford e-Transit. LHD model shown. Source: Ford
Ford e-Transit Van
Driving range: 317km
Battery size: 68kWh | Maximum power: 198kW
The Ford e-Transit is the US carmaker's first foray into the Australian EV market and precedes four more EVs by 2024.
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ioniq 5
Hyundai Ioniq 5
Priced from: $71990 | Driving range: 480km
Battery size: 72.6kWh | Maximum power: 225kW
The Ioniq 5 is a strapping all-electric SUV that is the first model in Hyundai’s new-look Ioniq family and marking its “new benchmark” in electric mobility.
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Source: Hyundai
2019 Hyundai Ioniq Electric
Priced from: $44990 | Driving range: 280km
Battery size: 28kWh | Maximum power: 88kW
Australia's first all-electric vehicle priced at under $50,000! Hyundai developed the IONIQ models (all-electric, a plug-in hybrid and plain hybrid) according to the motto: "All good things come in threes".
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The 2020 Hyundai Ioniq. Source: Hyundai
2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric
Priced from: $48490 | Driving range: 311km
Battery size: 38.3kWh | Maximum power: 110kW
The new 2020 Hyundai Ioniq has a boosted battery, more power output and longer range than the 2019 model. Inside, mood lighting and an updated dash make for great user experience, and outside a redesigned grille area makes the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq distinct from its predecessor.
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Hyundai Kona Electric
2019 Hyundai Kona Electric
Priced from: $59990 | Driving range: 449km
Battery size: 64kWh | Maximum power: 130kW
With the new, battery electric Hyundai Kona electric with 400km real world range, Hyundai is further expanding the model diversity of alternative-powered vehicles.
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The 2021 Kona Electric (LHD model shown). Source: Hyundai
2021 Hyundai Kona Electric 2021
Priced from: $62000 | Driving range: 484km
Battery size: 64kWh | Maximum power: 130kW
As Australia's second-most popular electric car, expect a warm welcome for the refreshed Kona Electric which will have the same 64kWh battery and long 484km driving range, but with a new styling that does away with the honeycomb" grille" in favour of a sleek nose and new location for the charging port.
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Jaguar iPace
Jaguar i-Pace
Priced from: $128860 | Driving range: 470km
Battery size: 90kWh | Maximum power: 294kW
The all new Jaguar i-Pace comes is an all-electric SUV with up to 480km range on one battery charge. Thanks to its 3m wheelbase and 656 litres in the trunk, the Jaguar i-Pace offers plenty of space - even more with the back seat folded down.
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The Kia Niro Sport EV
Kia e-Niro
Priced from: $62590 | Driving range: 455km
Battery size: 64kWh | Maximum power: 150kW
The e-Niro is Kia's first electric vehicle in Australia and a competitive one at that considering its decent cabin size and range anxiety-busting 64kWh battery that promises more than 400km of driving on a full charge.
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kia ev6
Kia EV6
Driving range: 528km
Battery size: 77.4kWh | Maximum power: 150kW
The first of 11 new all-electric vehicle models planned by the company that will have a global presence by 2026, the EV6 is built on the dedicated e-GMP platform also used by fellow carmaker Hyundai in its Ioniq 5.
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The UX300e. Source: Lexus
Lexus UX300e
Driving range: 400km
Battery size: 54kWh | Maximum power: 150kW
The luxury compact Lexus UX300e SUVwill debut in Australia at the Lexus Melbourne Cup in November 2021. The UX300e boasts maximum power of 150kW and torque of 300Nm, building in a high-output motor and high-capacity lithium-ion battery that is able to deliver up to 400-kilometres of driving range.
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MX-30
Mazda MX-30
Priced from: $65490 | Driving range: 224km
Battery size: 35.5kWh | Maximum power: 107kW
The Mazda MX-30 will come to Australia in mid-2021, with a new e-Skyactiv powertrain to provide pure electric power. In the MX-30, Mazda combines a 35.5kWh lithium-ion battery pack and a 107kW/271Nm electric motor to offer a vehicle that prioritises driver connection – an enduring Mazda value.
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AMG EQS 53
Mercedes-AMG EQS
Driving range: 770km
Battery size: 107.8kWh | Maximum power: 560kW
The top-of-the-range version of the EQS electric sedan from performance brand Mercedes-AMG boasts a maximum power output of 560kW, top speed of 220km/hr and acceleration from 0-100km/hr in 3.4 seconds.
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Mercedes-Benz EQA
Mercedes-Benz EQA
Priced from: $76800 | Driving range: 426km
Battery size: 66.5kWh | Maximum power: 140kW
The EQA is the second of three planned all-electric Mercedes vehicles to be made available in Australia over the 2021/22 period.
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Mercedes-Benz EQC
Mercedes-Benz EQC
Priced from: $137900 | Driving range: 353km
Battery size: 80kWh | Maximum power: 300kW
The first all-electric vehicle from Mercedes-Benz, the EQC premium electric SUV has an 80kWh battery with 417km range (WLTP), and is expected to arrive in Australia before the end of 2019.
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MG ZS EV
MG ZS EV
Priced from: $41990 | Driving range: 262km
Battery size: 44.5kWh | Maximum power: 105kW
The first electric vehicle from MG to reach Australian shores, the MG ZS EV all-electric SUV is available from $40,990 before on-road costs, and is currently the cheapest electric vehicle available in Australia.
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Mini Cooper SE
Priced from: $55650 | Driving range: 233km
Battery size: 32.6kWh | Maximum power: 135kW
The Mini Cooper SE is the British brand's first electric car in Australia, and is priced from $59,900 before on-road costs. The iconic brand says it has focussed on delivering the same dynamic Mini handling we've come to know and love.
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Nissan Leaf
2018 Nissan Leaf
Priced from: $49990 | Driving range: 270km
Battery size: 40kWh | Maximum power: 110kW
The best-selling new Nissan Leaf now features a 40kWh battery for 240km real world range, and will be Australia's second model available for a price starting below $50,000.
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2020 Nissan Leaf e+
Priced from: $64990 | Driving range: 385km
Battery size: 62kWh | Maximum power: 160kW
Nissan will introduce the longer range Leaf e+ to Australia in early 2021. With a real world driving range of 364km the Leaf e+ has an energy consumption of 19.3 kWh / 100 km. It also offers more power output than the 40kWh Leaf at 160kW.
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The Ora Cat. Source: GWM
GWM Ora Cat
Driving range: 400km
Battery size: 48kWh | Maximum power: 105kW
Known in China as the HaoMao, the Ora Good Cat is a subcompact electric car with two battery sizes (49kWh and 63kWh) in three variants.
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Polestar 2
Priced from: $59900 | Driving range: 500km
Battery size: 78kWh | Maximum power: 300kW
The Polestar 2 seeks to compete with electric car juggernaut Tesla with an avante-garde luxury electric design that pushes the design envelope.
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Porsche Taycan
Porsche Taycan 4S
Priced from: $191000 | Driving range: 407km
Battery size: 79.2kWh | Maximum power: 390kW
Porsche's production version of its Mission E concept, the Porsche Taycan is a high-performance luxury all-electric sportscar.
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The Taycan electric sportscar. Source: Porsche
Porsche Taycan Turbo
Priced from: $269100 | Driving range: 450km
Battery size: 93.4kWh | Maximum power: 500kW
Porsche's production version of its Mission E concept, the Porsche Taycan is a high-performance luxury all-electric sportscar.
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Taycan
Porsche Taycan Turbo S
Priced from: $339100 | Driving range: 412km
Battery size: 93.4kWh | Maximum power: 560kW
Porsche's production version of its Mission E concept, the Porsche Taycan is a high-performance luxury all-electric sportscar.
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Kangoo
Renault Kangoo ZE Van
Priced from: $53000 | Driving range: 270km
Battery size: 33kWh | Maximum power: 44kW
Renault's Kangoo ZE is aimed at the local business and delivery sector, with plenty of loading space in the back.
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Renault Zoe
Renault Zoe
Priced from: $49990 | Driving range: 400km
Battery size: 41kWh | Maximum power: 66kW
The Renault Zoe has been pulled from the Australian auto market, with French car maker citing lack of EV-supportive government policies.
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Tesla Model 3
Tesla Model 3 Long Range
Priced from: $73400 | Driving range: 580km
Battery size: 79.5kWh | Maximum power: kW
Hardly any other electric car has been anticipated with so much excitement: Tesla Model 3 is possibly the definitive breakthrough of electric cars and a catalyst for the entire industry. This variant of Tesla's best selling electric sedan has the longest driving range of all Model 3 variants and features two independent motors that can drive independently of each other.
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Model 3 Performance. Source: Tesla
Tesla Model 3 Performance
Priced from: $84900 | Driving range: 567km
Battery size: 79.5kWh | Maximum power: kW
Hardly any other electric car has been anticipated with so much excitement: Tesla Model 3 is possibly the definitive breakthrough of electric cars and a catalyst for the entire industry. The performance variant of Tesla's best-selling electric sedan starts at $93,900 before on road costs and comes with 20" performance wheels, carbon fibre spoiler, lowered suspension, aluminium alloy pedals and track mode.
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2021 tesla model 3
Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus
Priced from: $59900 | Driving range: 448km
Battery size: 60kWh | Maximum power: kW
Hardly any other electric car has been anticipated with so much excitement: Tesla Model 3 is possibly the definitive breakthrough of electric cars and a catalyst for the entire industry. The upgraded base model of the EV pioneer's family sedan currently starts at $66900 in Australia (before on road costs) and came onto the Australian market in May 2019.
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Tesla Model S
Tesla Model S
Priced from: $180000 | Driving range: 632km
Battery size: 100kWh | Maximum power: 330kW
Tesla's Model S 100D has the longest range of any all-electric car currently on the Australian market.
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Tesla Model X 100D
Tesla Model X
Priced from: $185000 | Driving range: 565km
Battery size: 100kWh | Maximum power: 330kW
Model X 100D is an upgrade on the Model X 75D, with a 100kWh battery for superior real world range of 470km.
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Model Y
Tesla Model Y
Driving range: 505km
Battery size: 74kWh | Maximum power: 378kW
The Model Y electric crossover will join Tesla's popular electric sedan, the Model 3. While a launch date for Australia is very much being kept under Tesla's hat, it is currently only available in the Performance and Long Range variants.
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Volvo XC40 Recharge. Source: Volvo
Volvo XC40 Recharge
Priced from: $76990 | Driving range: 425km
Battery size: 72.5kWh | Maximum power: 300kW
The all-electric Volvo XC40 Recharge will arrive after the Swedish-Chinese car maker introduces its plug-in hybrid stablemate in 2021. With a 72.5kW battery that offer around 325km real world driving range, it will also offer a fair amount of oomph with 300kW motor output and 660Nm torque.
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