Let’s take a look at some of the most exciting electric cars here in Australia to see if your next car might feature an all-electric powertrain.
2023 looks set to be an extremely exciting year for new car arrivals as manufacturers look to expand their portfolio’s share of electric vehicles to meet growing demand.
The industry as a whole is steadily moving toward wide-scale adoption of electric vehicles, and as manufacturers move to meet increasingly tight environmental regulations, they’re making all-new EVs and electric-powered variants of existing models to keep the buying public happy.
Better still, advancements in electric motors and battery technology alike is resulting in new cars that are being released with all-electric driving ranges that come close to what’s on offer from a conventional internal combustion unit, while offering significantly more power than their traditional counterparts.
While the first few years of electric vehicles saw little in the way of competition, as the entire automotive sector gets on board with electric cars, prices are set to tumble as increased competition provides buyers with a more appealing value-for-money proposition than ever before.
While this list focuses mainly on the all-electric cars in Australia, we’ll be sure to provide you with an additional list of some of the most exciting hybrid and plug-in hybrid cars. With all this in mind, let’s take a look at some of the most exciting electric cars here in Australia throughout 2023 to see if your next car might feature an all-electric powertrain.
BMW i4
The first all-electric Gran Coupé, the BMW i4 delivers outstanding dynamics with a high level of comfort and the ideal qualities to make it your daily driver. The five-door model comes equipped with fifth-generation BMW eDrive technology for sporty performance figures – reaching up to 400 kW (BMW i4 M50). With a long range of up to 520 kilometres* (BMW i4 eDrive40) and five spacious full-sized seats, it is the perfect companion for any journey.
Australian spec models come packed with a full M Sport package including adaptive suspension, M Sport brakes, an aero kit and a set of 19-inch alloy wheels, making for one of the sportier entrants to Australia’s EV landscape .
Tesla Model Y
Tesla All-Wheel Drive has two ultra-responsive, independent electric motors that digitally control torque to the front and rear wheels—for far better handling, traction and stability control. Model Y is capable in rain, snow, mud, and off-road
Go Anywhere
Model Y is fully electric, so you never need to visit a petrol station again. If you charge overnight at home, you can wake up to a full battery every morning. And when you’re on the road, it’s easy to plug in along the way—at any public station or with the Tesla charging network.
Subaru Solterra the first-ever all-electric SUV from Subaru
The future of Subaru has been revealed. Representing the dawn of a new era, the all-new all-electric SUV, the Subaru SOLTERRA.
The all-new Subaru SOLTERRA brings everything you love about Subaru – Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, active safety technology, and durable, reliable engineering – to an all-electric vehicle. The brand new electric driving experience of the Subaru SOLTERRA embodies everything you love about Subaru - loaded with next-generation technology and Subaru's renowned Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive capability
Genesis Electrified G80
Genesis is a global luxury automotive brand that delivers the highest standards of performance, design, safety and innovation while looking toward a more sustainable future. Genesis designs customer experiences that go beyond products, embodying audacious, progressive and distinctly Korean characteristics within its unique “Athletic Elegance” design identity. With a growing range of luxury models — including the G70, G80, G90, GV60, GV70 and GV80 — Genesis aims to lead the age of electrification by ensuring all new Genesis vehicles from 2025 onward are pure electric. This decision is already in motion with the GV60, and the Electrified GV70 and G80 models. Genesis has stated its commitment to becoming a 100% zero-emission vehicle brand by 2030 and reach carbon net zero status by 2035. Since its initial launch in Korea, Genesis has emerged in key markets across the globe. For more information, please visit the official website at https://www.genesis.com.
Audi e-tron S and Sportback
Kia EV6 In pursuit of excellence.
Introducing the Kia EV6, the culmination of Kia's most advanced automotive expertise realised into a single, modern electric crossover SUV.From its bold distinctive exterior, innovative interior design, and its cutting-edge technologies, let yourself be inspired by every journey.
Witness performance like no other. Discover the range-topping GT equipped with a similar level of class-leading technology & features as the GT-Line, yet provides exhilarating performance for the enthusiast.
Mercedes-Benz EQB:
Get electrified on every drive: rose gold-coloured elements and the backlit trim characterise the modern, high-tech ambience in the interior of the EQB. Targeted design highlights such as tubular elements in an aluminium look also reinforce the impression of solidity, robustness and high quality.
Simply and stylishly charge your electric Mercedes-Benz at home using the Mercedes-Benz Wallbox. With a charging power of up to 22 kW (dependent on vehicle and household capabilities) and the intuitive Mercedes Me App for operation, you can charge your vehicle safely and significantly faster than with a household socket.
MG ZS EV Update
On the opposite end of the price spectrum, Australia’s king of the affordable electric vehicle landscape, the ZS EV, is set to receive a major overhaul in 2022, featuring a significant styling revision and longer driving range. Set to arrive some time in late 2022, the revised MG ZS EV will be optioned with a choice of a 51kWh battery in the standard range and 72kWh pack for the long range variant, replacing the existing single 44.5kWh battery currently available in the range.
The large capacity battery pack adds a 67% range increase for the ZS EV, which now stands at 440km, on the WLTP cycle, while the standard range offers 320km of all-electric driving. The addition of these larger battery packs will give Australian buyers more value for money than ever before in the EV landscape, considering MG’s attractive drive-away prices.
Genesis GV60
Genesis is adding another all-electric creation to its electric vehicle portfolio for 2022, with the addition of the GV60 EV compact crossover SUV to its lineup, which is set to hit Australia sometime next year. The Genesis GV60 will come in three main variants, each of which is powered by a 77.4kWh battery pack that will offer up to 450km of real-world driving.
The GV60 shares the e-GMP platform that is used across the Hyundai-Kia EV lineup, underpinning cars like the aforementioned Kia EV6 and the Hyundai Ioniq 5, and comes packaged with 350kW DC fast-charging that can bring the battery pack from 10-80% state of charge in just 18-minutes.
Polestar 2
Volvo’s electrified sub-brand, Polestar, has confirmed Australian prices for its upcoming Polestar 2, which is set to take on EVs like the Tesla Model 3, Hyundai Ioniq and the Genesis GV60 we just talked about. With prices kicking off from $59,900 for the entry-level Polestar 2 variant, it’s clear that the company is keen to take on the affordable EV segment, with standard, long-range single motor and long-range double-motor configurations available.
The entry-level Polestar 2 receives a 64kWh battery pack good for around 440km of driving range on the WLTP cycle, while the long range Polestar 2 receives a 78kWh battery, good for around 540km of driving. The range-topping Long Range dual-motor offers more power but less real-world driving range, with an impressive 300kW/660Nm available, but range figures dropping to 480km over the long range single motor variant. Keep an eye out for the Polestar 2 when it arrives here in Australia in January, 2022.
Rivian R1S SUV & R1T Pick-up
The latest American startup specialising in electric cars, Rivian, has confirmed that its R1T and R1S creations will be heading to Australia some time toward the end of 2022, as it ramps up production numbers throughout the year. The R1S SUV and the R1T pick-up are extremely interesting creations, taking a new approach to EV design and packaging while offering a more rugged, durable design than what’s currently available in the EV marketplace.
The R1T lineup features massive 105, 135 and 180kWh battery packs, with the company confirming that its 135kWh pack translates to around 482km of real-world driving, while the 180kWh unit brings this figure up to 643km.
Mercedes-Benz EQE
Mercedes-Benz has confirmed that its all-electric EQE sedan will be launched in the middle of 2022, with Australian deliveries likely toward the end of the year. The EQE is essentially Mercedes’ vision for the future of the iconic E-Class sedan as it journeys further into the 21st century.
It will come packaged in two main variants, with the EQE 350 receiving a 90kWh battery pack that translates to a 215kW/530Nm power figure, and a real-world driving range of up to 660km. Mercedes has also confirmed that another variant, as well as an AMG performance version of the EQE will be made available in the future, making for an incredibly exciting EQE range.
Toyota bZ4x
Experience a new kind of freedom
Brought to you by the pioneers of Hybrid electrification, the All-Electric Toyota bZ4X is more than just a means to travel between your worlds – it’s an extension of them. Adapting to your everyday needs with the performance, comfort and technology to take you further in an electric vehicle than you ever thought possible.
Available in Front-Wheel and All-Wheel Drive with two-tone paint options.
Co-developed alongside the Subaru Solterra that we talked about earlier, the bZ4x features a 71.4kWh battery pack that offers an all-electric driving range of 500km in the front-wheel drive variant and 460km in the all-wheel drive variant.
The bZ4x will come packaged with 150kW DC fast-charging, enabling a 0-80% charge in 30-minutes, while adding a solar roof system that Toyota says adds 1,800km worth of driving range each year. Keep an eye out for the bZ4x when it reaches Australian shores in mid 2022.
Volvo XC90
Go the extra mile. Harness energy for a smoother drive with our mild hybrids.
Reduce tailpipe emissions:
Our mild hybrids recover energy produced when braking and store it in a 48V battery. When this energy is used, fuel consumption and tailpipe emissions are both reduced.
Mobility refined:
The XC90 mild hybrid has been engineered to deliver smooth take-offs and refined acceleration, making both city and highway journeys more refined.
Fuel savings:
Every drop of fuel saved helps – and in our mild hybrids, you enjoy lower fuel consumption without experiencing performance compromises.
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