Upcoming EVs in Australia

The all-new GWM Haval H7 PHEV uses GWM's Hi4 AWD plug-in hybrid system, delivering 320 kW from a 1.5 L turbo petrol engine and dual electric motors. Government certification documents have been filed for Australia. The five-seat version is expected before the end of 2026, with a seven-seat extended-wheelbase variant following in 2027. Shown at Everything Electric Sydney, September 2026.

Battery

39.8–53.0 kWh

Range

292–382 km WLTP

Power

130–145 kW

Leapmotor's small electric SUV is on pre-order from $26,990 before on-road costs and is due in Australian showrooms in November 2026.

Chery's new Lepas brand opens with the L6 electric SUV at $47,990 before on-road costs; orders are open, test drives start in early November and first deliveries are expected before the end of 2026.

Battery

76 kWh (LFP) or 100 kWh (NCM)

Range

465 km WLTP (LFP) / 590 km WLTP (NCM)

Smart's mid-size electric SUV is open for orders from $58,900 before on-road costs, with retail deliveries due to begin in November 2026 through three east-coast dealers.

Battery

71.2 kWh

Range

416 km WLTP

Power

~150 kW

Kia's electric people mover for Australia, confirmed for Q4 2026. The seven-seat, three-row PV5 Passenger shares the PV5 platform with the PV5 Cargo already on sale, offering up to 71.2 kWh of battery capacity and 416 km of range. Pricing and final specifications are to be confirmed closer to launch.

Power

350 kW

Australia's first diesel plug-in hybrid ute, developed specifically for Australia with Premcar off-road tuning. The 2.5-litre turbo-diesel PHEV combines 350 kW and 800 Nm with approximately 100 km of electric range (NEDC), 3,500 kg braked towing, three diff-locks and over 247 mm ground clearance. Chery confirmed an Australian Q4 2026 launch, debuting at Everything Electric Sydney (September 2026) with over 1,000 pre-orders.

Battery

~58.3 kWh LFP

Range

~400 km WLTP (est.)

Power

~150 kW FWD

GWM has confirmed the Haval Jolion Max will arrive in Australia in Q4 2026 with a full-BEV option — GWM's first Haval-branded BEV in the market. Expected to compete with the Hyundai Kona Electric and slot between MG4 Urban and MG4 EV on price.

Battery

67.1 kWh LFP

Range

~400 km

Power

160 kW

Lepas L4 is a small BEV SUV from Chery's newest sub-brand, confirmed for Australia in Q4 2026. Built on the RHD-specific LEX platform, it targets the Jaecoo J5 EV and Leapmotor B10 on price. A distinct brand from Omoda and Jaecoo.

Battery

~102 kWh LFP

Range

~430 km WLTP

Power

325 kW

MG's dual-motor electric dual-cab ute is on pre-order at $78,990 before on-road costs, with deliveries due in the fourth quarter of 2026.

Battery

85.5 kWh NMC

The all-new GLB Electric replaces the EQB with two variants — 250+ RWD (85.5kWh / 631km WLTP) and 350 4Matic AWD — both confirmed by Mercedes-Benz Australia for Q4 2026 showroom arrival.

Battery

94 kWh

Range

713 km WLTP

Power

360 kW

The first battery-electric GLC, the dual-motor GLC 400 4MATIC, is on order in Australia from $112,200 before on-road costs (limited Launch Edition $110,000), with showroom arrivals due from October 2026.

Battery

57.7 kWh LFP

Mitsubishi's Taiwanese-built ASX VR-e electric small SUV is due in Australia late in 2026 in four grades, from the rear-drive LS to the dual-motor GSR; Australian pricing is not yet announced.

Polestar Australia is taking orders for the Polestar 4 SUV from $73,900 before on-road costs, with first customer deliveries planned for the fourth quarter of 2026.

Battery

89 kWh

Range

570 km WLTP

Third prong of XPeng's 2026 AU offensive, arriving Q4. At ~5 m with 570 km WLTP, 800V fast charging, and a premium interior, it targets Kluger-class buyers. Pricing announcement expected Q3 2026.

XPeng's L03 coupe-SUV is open for orders from $41,900 before on-road costs in electric and range-extender form, with first deliveries due before the end of 2026 once it gains ADR compliance.

Range

700+ km WLTP

Power

SPA3 platform, 800V

Electric XC60 successor on all-new SPA3 architecture. Revealed globally 21 January 2026, confirmed for AU late 2026 (RWD first, AWD 2027).

Battery

20.4 or 36.6 kWh

Range

up to 170 km CLTC

BYD management explicitly confirmed two new models for Australia in H2 2026 at the Shark Performance media launch. The M9 is identified via government approval documents and RHD-market rollouts overseas. It targets the Kia Carnival with a PHEV drivetrain and genuine 7-seat flexibility in a 5.1m body.

Battery

35.6 kWh

Range

up to 127 km CLTC

The FangChengBao Titanium 7 (Ti7) is BYD's answer to the Toyota Prado and GWM Tank 300, bringing rugged off-road styling to a large 7-seat PHEV. With AU trademark filed and UK confirmation (another RHD market) locked in before end 2026, it is the second of two new BYD models confirmed for H2 2026 Australia.

GWM's luxury Wey sub-brand has confirmed the G9 (Gaoshan) people mover for Australia as its debut model. The PHEV powertrain delivers 358 kW and 762 Nm combined with an estimated 140 km EV-only range. Australian media test drives were held at a private Victorian facility; rollout expected through GWM's existing 123-dealer network, H2 2026.

Battery

80.64 or 126 kWh LFP

Range

220–250 km WLTP

Power

150 kW RWD

BYD's largest non-bus electric vehicle has received ADR regulatory approval for sale in Australia, making a 2026 commercial launch highly probable. The V9 directly targets the Mercedes-Benz eSprinter, Ford E-Transit, and Renault Master E-Tech at a likely sub-$80k price point. It is BYD's first large commercial van in Australia. The dual-battery option (80.64kWh vs 126kWh) gives fleet operators meaningful range/cost trade-off choices.

Battery

34 kWh NMC

Range

145 km WLTP (EV-only)

Power

395 kW combined (1.5L turbo + 3 electric motors)

Chery Australia has officially confirmed the Tiggo X — a large PHEV that can convert from an enclosed SUV to a ute via a removable rear canopy. Powered by Chery's Super Hybrid System with a 1.5L turbo and three electric motors, it offers 145 km EV-only range and 395 kW combined, targeting the BYD Shark 6 and JAC Hunter PHEV. Note: this is a PHEV, not a pure BEV.

Battery

100.5 kWh

Range

~440-460 km WLTP (est.)

Power

441 kW

Jeep's first global BEV and the premium companion to the Wrangler-inspired Recon, positioned against the BMW iX, Audi Q8 e-tron, and Tesla Model X. The Wagoneer S features a 100.5kWh battery with 441kW dual-motor AWD, 482km EPA range, and a four-screen interior. RHD-compatible and confirmed for AU alongside the separately tracked Jeep Recon EV.

Battery

~42kWh LFP

Range

330km WLTP

Power

105kW

Nio's premium city hatch targeting Mini and Volvo rather than budget Chinese rivals. RHD production confirmed and Australian federal approval already lodged, with AU pricing estimated above $40,000.

Battery

18.3kWh LFP

Range

90km WLTP

Power

255kW

Chery Motor Australia has confirmed the Omoda 7 for a 2026 launch. The mid-size PHEV SUV brings a 1.5L turbocharged engine with a 150kW electric motor for 255kW total output and 90km EV-only range from an 18.3kWh LFP battery, competing with the BYD Sealion 6 and Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.

Battery

55–70 kWh

Range

380 km EV-only (CLTC)

Power

up to 1,030 kW system

Zeekr's 9X is a flagship PHEV/Super Hybrid large SUV confirmed for Australia in late 2026 / early 2027. Plug-in hybrid with up to 380 km electric-only range and 900V architecture; operator to confirm PHEV inclusion policy.

Battery

120 kWh

Range

515 km WLTP

Power

405 kW (AWD)

Hongqi enters Australia under the brand name HQ with the E-HS9, a large three-row luxury electric SUV rivalling the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV. Pre-orders opened ahead of a November 2026 reveal and January 2027 customer deliveries.

Battery

67.1 kWh

Range

420 km WLTP

Power

160 kW (RWD)

The HQ EHS4 is a compact electric SUV targeting the Audi Q4 e-tron and Mercedes-Benz GLA, confirmed for January 2027 Australian delivery alongside the E-HS9.

Battery

58 kWh / 85 kWh

Range

470 km / 663 km WLTP

Mercedes-Benz Australia is taking orders for the electric CLA 200 Shooting Brake at $72,990 before on-road costs, with first cars due in showrooms in January 2027.

XPeng confirmed the L05 large SUV for Australia with a January 2027 launch, announced at their Melbourne Brand Day on 21–22 July 2026. It slots above the L03 and will offer both BEV and REEV powertrains. Full production specs not yet released.

Battery

34.3 kWh

Range

~210 km EV-only (CLTC)

Power

335 kW AWD

iCaur (Chery's electrified off-road brand, renamed from iCar for Australia due to Apple trademark conflict) is confirmed for February 2027 with the V27 EREV large SUV, shown in right-hand drive at the 2026 Beijing motor show. The mid-size V25 will follow.

Battery

106 kWh

Range

696-700 km WLTP

Power

600 kW (GT55) or 860 kW (GT63)

Mercedes-Benz Australia has confirmed the electric Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupé for local sale, with arrivals reported for March 2027 and pricing not yet announced.

Battery

118.5 kWh NMC

Range

~600 km WLTP

Power

404 kW

Land Rover Australia is taking orders for the Range Rover Sport Electric from $226,518 before on-road costs, with initial deliveries expected in March 2027.

BMW's next-generation X5 plug-in hybrid pairs a 3.0-litre six with a 145 kW motor for 360 kW, due in Australia in the first quarter of 2027.

Battery

~108 kWh

Range

up to 900 km WLTP

Power

345 kW AWD

BMW Australia has priced the electric i3 sedan from $96,900 before on-road costs, with first cars due in showrooms between January and March 2027.

Jetour (Chery's adventure-oriented sub-brand) confirmed its first Australian model as the T1 compact PHEV SUV, arriving Q1 2027. Jetour is investing heavily in its AU launch, with a dedicated dealer network being established. The T1 and T2 share the same wheelbase with a 1.5L turbo-petrol plug-in hybrid system.

Jetour's second Q1 2027 launch model, the T2 is marginally longer than the T1 with more angular D pillars and extra rear load space. Both share the same 1.5L turbo PHEV system and confirmed Q1 2027 AU dealer launch.

Battery

94.5 kWh

Range

760 km WLTP (C400 AWD)

Power

360 kW (C400 4Matic dual-motor)

Mercedes-Benz Australia has priced the electric C-Class at $105,700 before on-road costs in its only launch grade, the C400 4Matic, with first customer deliveries due early in 2027.

Range

~430 km WLTP

Omoda confirmed the 4 small SUV for Q1 2027 Australian launch, joining the brand's Jaecoo J5 sibling in showrooms. The BEV variant targets up to 430 km of WLTP range; a PHEV option is also planned. It competes with the Toyota Corolla Cross and Hyundai Kona with pricing expected around A$32,000.

Battery

~88.5 kWh

Range

~700 km+ WLTP (est.)

Power

up to 495 kW AWD (Max variant)

Xiaomi's SU7 will launch in Australia in early 2027 as the brand's debut model, entering directly without a distributor. RHD SU7 confirmed alongside the European rollout. Expected to shake up the premium sedan segment below the Porsche Taycan.

Battery

75 or 100 kWh

Range

up to 655 km WLTP (100 kWh LR)

Power

310 kW RWD or 475 kW AWD

Zeekr has confirmed the 7GT electric wagon for Australia, with orders opening late in 2026, first customer deliveries expected from the first quarter of 2027 and pricing yet to be announced.

Chery's iCaur brand V25 electrified SUV confirmed for Australia in early 2027. Boxy, off-road-inspired five-seat design, 4636 mm long. Multiple powertrain variants produced globally (PHEV with 33.67 kWh and BEV with 60–82 kWh options); Australian specification and pricing to be confirmed closer to launch. Publicly debuted at Everything Electric Sydney, September 2026.

Battery

85 kWh

Range

550 km WLTP

Power

210–412 kW

The HQ EHS5 is a mid-size electric SUV targeting the Tesla Model Y, BMW iX3 and Zeekr 7X, confirmed for April 2027 Australian delivery.

Volkswagen will add a 180 kW plug-in hybrid with 4Motion all-wheel drive to the updated Multivan people mover in Australia, as part of a model update due in the second quarter of 2027.

Changan's Avatr brand will launch in Australia with the 07L large electric SUV, with pre-orders due before the end of 2026 and first deliveries targeted for the first half of 2027.

Battery

122.5 kWh Blade 2.0

Range

1036 km CLTC

Power

850 kW tri-motor

Denza has pushed the Australian launch of the Z9 GT electric shooting brake from the third quarter of 2026 into the first half of 2027, and pricing has not been announced.

Battery

23.7 kWh (FWD) or 33.8 kWh (AWD)

Range

110 km EV (FWD) or 140 km EV (AWD)

Power

240 kW / 535 Nm (FWD) or 280 kW / 670 Nm (AWD)

Next-generation GWM Haval H6 PHEV locked in for Australia in H1 2027. GWM Australia confirmed the model to journalists at Baoding. The new H6 is 77 mm longer than the current model and offers PHEV variants from 23.7 kWh (110 km EV range, FWD) to 33.8 kWh (140 km EV range, AWD). Competes with Toyota RAV4 PHEV and Hyundai Tucson PHEV.

Range

not yet confirmed for AU spec

Geely Australia confirmed the Emgrand EM-i sedan for H1 2027, targeting the Toyota Camry segment. It shares the EM-i plug-in hybrid drivetrain with the Starray EM-i SUV already on sale in Australia. Battery capacity, power output, and WLTP EV range for AU specification have not yet been announced.

Geely Australia has confirmed a large five-seat PHEV SUV for H1 2027, widely identified as the Monjaro EM-i. It uses Geely's EM-i Super Hybrid system paired with a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine, positioned above the Starray EM-i in the local range.

Genesis has confirmed its GV90 flagship electric SUV for Australia in the first half of 2027, led by the four-seat Neolun with coach doors, with pricing to be announced closer to arrival.

Battery

58-85 kWh

Range

up to 657 km WLTP

Power

165-260 kW

The third-generation Mercedes-Benz GLA Electric arrives in Australia in H1 2027. Three BEV variants: GLA 200 electric (58 kWh LFP, 165 kW, up to 447 km WLTP), GLA 250+ electric (85 kWh NMC, 200 kW, up to 657 km WLTP), and GLA 350 4MATIC electric (85 kWh, 260 kW AWD, 643 km WLTP). The 85 kWh variants use 800V architecture with up to 320 kW DC charging. Replaces the outgoing EQA.

Battery

112 kWh (106 kWh usable)

Range

670 km WLTP

Power

550 kW (Dual Motor)

Polestar Australia is taking orders for the Polestar 5 from $171,100 before on-road costs, and its configurator quotes an estimated delivery of March to April 2027 for new orders.

Battery

118.5 kWh NMC

Range

~600 km WLTP

Power

404 kW

Land Rover Australia is taking orders for the Range Rover Electric from $317,718 before on-road costs, with first deliveries expected in the first half of 2027.

Battery

18.3 kWh LFP

Range

93 km WLTP

Power

150 kW electric + 1.5L turbo petrol (105 kW/210 Nm)

Lepas (Chery's premium sub-brand) launches its flagship L8 mid-size PHEV SUV in mid-2026, ahead of the smaller L4 and L6 models already tracked on Cardinkum. Shares its platform and 18.3 kWh Super Hybrid drivetrain with the Chery Tiggo 7 Super Hybrid.

Battery

71.5kWh or 96.2kWh NCM

Range

460+ km WLTP (long-range)

Power

200kW / 420Nm

Kia Australia officially confirmed the PV7 large electric van for a Q4 2027 local launch. Available in Cargo and Passenger configurations with up to 9 seats, the PV7 sits above the PV5 family and uses an 800V architecture with up to 350kW DC fast charging.

Avatr has confirmed the 06T electric shooting brake as its second Australian model after the 07L, with its local arrival due in the second half of 2027.

Battery

47kWh

Range

170km electric

Power

~830kW combined (2.0L + 3 electric motors)

Geely's flagship off-road PHEV SUV, confirmed for H2 2027 by Geely Australia at an Everything Electric Sydney preview. Features 2.0L petrol and three electric motors, 800mm water wading, and front and rear diff locks.

Battery

70 kWh (prototype)

Range

not yet confirmed for AU spec

Power

>745 kW combined (PHEV tri-motor)

Geely Australia's managing director confirmed the Galaxy Cruiser for H2 2027, making Australia the first international market. The rugged box-style PHEV 4×4 uses a tri-motor system rated above 745 kW with Golden Short Blade Battery technology, targeting the Toyota Prado and Land Cruiser 300 in the off-road segment. Final AU variant and nameplate are pending official confirmation.

Jetour's ladder-frame dual-cab ute, using a petrol plug-in hybrid powertrain related to the G700 SUV's. It is part of Jetour's announced Australian line-up after the T1 and T2.

Power

665 kW

Jetour's ladder-frame large off-road SUV confirmed for AU in H2 2027, targeting GWM Tank 500 and Land Rover Defender. 665kW/1135Nm PHEV, 3 diff locks, 2500kg towing — among the most powerful PHEVs coming to Australia.

Mercedes-Benz Australia lists the electric Mercedes-AMG GT SUV as a coming model, with local arrivals reported for late 2027 starting with the GT 63; pricing has not been announced.

Battery

141 kWh

Range

845 km WLTP

BMW Australia has confirmed the electric iX5 60 xDrive for 2027, with its head of product planning saying it will arrive around mid-2027; pricing has not been announced.

Battery

41.3 kWh LFP

Range

420 km CLTC

Power

90 kW RWD

The Chery Q (sold in China as the QQ3) is a B-segment five-door electric hatch targeted at Australia for mid-2027. A Chery executive indicated Australia as a target market at Auto China 2026. With a 90 kW motor and 41.3 kWh LFP battery, it would compete against the BYD Atto 1 as one of Australia's most affordable EVs. Formal AU pricing and launch confirmation pending.

Battery

37 kWh LFP (entry) or 52 kWh NMC (Endurance)

Range

300–450 km WLTP

Power

85–166 kW

Cupra Australia's brand director officially confirmed the Raval compact BEV hatchback for local sale. The lineup will include an entry grade and the VZ performance variant. Late 2027 is targeted but early 2028 is considered more realistic as European markets take production priority.

Chery's premium Exlantix brand will launch in Australia around mid-2027 with the ES GT shooting brake and the ET SUV; Australian pricing and powertrain line-ups have not been disclosed.

The Exlantix ET large SUV will be one of the two launch models for Chery's premium Exlantix brand in Australia around mid-2027; Australian pricing and powertrain line-ups have not been disclosed.

Battery

122kWh 800V

Range

530km+ WLTP

Power

772kW

Ferrari has officially revealed the Luce as its first fully electric production car — a 772kW, four-motor super sedan styled in collaboration with former Apple design chief Sir Jony Ive. Australian arrival is confirmed for mid-2027, with pricing yet to be announced.

Battery

CATL

The revived Freelander nameplate is a Chery-JLR joint venture, built in China with 800V electrics and positioned as a premium large off-road SUV. Chery's chairman has locked in Australia/NZ; right-hand-drive production is confirmed. Brand will sit above Omoda/Jaecoo in Chery's AU hierarchy.

Battery

118 kWh NMC

Range

720 km WLTP

Power

757 kW

Jaguar has confirmed the Type 01 electric four-door GT for Australia, with local orders due to open in 2027 at an indicative starting price of about $300,000 before on-road costs.

Battery

76.96 or 95.82 kWh

Lexus Australia confirmed the TZ three-row electric SUV for a 2027 local launch. It sits above the five-seat RZ and competes with the Hyundai Ioniq 9 and Kia EV9. AU pricing and specifications to be announced closer to arrival.

The Luxeed LLounge is described as the brand's first Australian model, a large PHEV people mover engineered in right-hand drive from the outset. Expected mid-2027 alongside the Stormax. AU pricing and powertrain specifications not yet confirmed.

Battery

81.1 or ~100 kWh (est.)

Power

460 kW

Chery has confirmed its Luxeed brand for Australia from mid-2027, with the Stormax electric SUV to follow the LLounge people mover; a local arrival date and pricing for the Stormax have not been announced.

The IM sub-brand's three-row flagship SUV (IM LS8 in China), with a 1.5-litre range-extender and a 66kWh battery. It will sit above the IM6 as the most expensive IM model in Australia.

Mahindra's sportier compact electric SUV, sharing the INGLO platform with the XEV 9e. It is slated alongside the XEV 9e as Mahindra's first EVs for Australia.

Mahindra's coupe-styled electric SUV on its INGLO platform, offered overseas with 59kWh and 79kWh batteries. It is slated to be one of Mahindra's first two EVs in Australia.

Battery

94 kWh

Range

640 km WLTP

Power

500 kW (three-motor)

First electric Mercedes-AMG CLA45, confirmed for Australia in 2027. A distinct performance model from the standard Mercedes-Benz CLA EV, with a 500 kW three-motor powertrain and 640 km WLTP range. Shooting Brake variant under consideration but not confirmed for Australia. Pricing not yet announced.

Nissan's first plug-in hybrid ute for Australia, with a locally tuned 2.0-litre turbo-petrol PHEV drivetrain, is due in 2027.

Polestar's entry-level compact SUV confirmed for Australian market by the local MD. Will be the brand's most accessible EV, positioned as more affordable than the Polestar 2. Arriving after Polestar 4 Wagon, European production confirmed.

Battery

70 kWh

Power

400 kW (dual rear motors)

The Renault 5 Turbo 3E is an 1,980-unit limited-edition electric hot hatch. Renault Australia has confirmed orders are open for Australian buyers, with deliveries expected in 2027 subject to local homologation. The twin-rear-motor car produces 400 kW using 800V architecture. WLTP range and AU pricing have not yet been announced.

Battery

up to 51 kWh NMC

Range

up to 430 km WLTP

Power

up to 155 kW

Skoda's cheapest EV confirmed for AU 2027 by Skoda AU's head of marketing (March 2026). Built on MEB+ (shared with VW ID. Polo), the Epiq targets BYD Atto 1 and Leapmotor B05 at ~$40k. Epiq 55 offers 430km WLTP.

Battery

89 kWh (concept)

Range

~600 km WLTP (concept)

The Skoda Peaq is a large electric SUV confirmed for Australia in 2027 alongside the Epiq. Still in concept/pre-production phase; official production specs not yet published. Confirmed by Skoda Australia's head of marketing in March 2026.

Battery

74.7 kWh

Range

500+ km WLTP (est.)

Power

165 kW

Toyota Australia expects to launch the all-electric C-HR, a front-drive small SUV with a 74.7 kWh battery and 165 kW motor, around mid-2027 in two grades, with pricing still to be announced.

XPeng's flagship large SUV, offered overseas with battery-electric and range-extender powertrains. It may need a new name locally because Lexus holds the GX trademark in Australia.

Power

660 kW (AWD) / 1,030 kW (tri-motor)

The Zeekr 8X is a large EREV luxury SUV sharing a platform with the Zeekr 9X. Zeekr CEO confirmed AU arrival in 2027 at the 2026 Beijing Motor Show; the 9X arrives first. Dual-motor AWD produces 660 kW; an optional tri-motor Performance variant produces 1,030 kW.

Battery

55 or 70 kWh

Range

320 or 410 km EV-only

Power

660 kW (dual) or 1030 kW (tri-motor)

Zeekr Australia has confirmed the 8X PHEV large SUV for a 2027 arrival, sitting above the 7X in the range and rivalling the Range Rover Sport, Lexus RX, and Denza B5. With a 900V architecture, up to 410km pure EV range, and tri-motor performance exceeding 1000kW, the 8X is one of the most technically ambitious PHEVs confirmed for the Australian market.

Avatr's T09 six-seat plug-in hybrid SUV, revealed at the 2026 Paris motor show, is reported to be headed for Australia in 2028, though Avatr has not announced local timing or pricing.

A small hatchback from Chery's Lepas brand, planned with electric and hybrid powertrains. It would be Lepas's first hatch in Australia, below the L4 and L6.