Electric Vehicles Coming Soon (2025/2026)

Australia’s electric vehicle (EV) market is set to expand significantly with several new models and brands entering the market. Here’s a roundup of the most anticipated EVs arriving in Australia over the next 12 months:

 New Models from Existing Brands

Tesla

  • Tesla Cybertruck (Late 2024/early 2025, pending approvals)

  • Updated Tesla Model 3 (Highland) (Already arriving)

  • Possible Tesla Model Y Juniper (facelift in 2025)

Volvo/Polestar

  • Volvo EX30 (Small SUV, late 2024)

  • Volvo EX90 (Large SUV, 2025)

  • Polestar 4 (Coupe-style SUV, 2025)

Hyundai

  • Hyundai Ioniq 7 (Large SUV, late 2024/2025)

  • Updated Hyundai Kona Electric (2024)

Kia

  • Kia EV9 (Large 7-seater SUV, arriving late 2024)

  • Kia EV5 (Mid-size SUV, 2025)

MG

  • MG 4 XPOWER (Performance hatch, late 2024)

  • MG Cyberster (Electric sports car, 2025)

Ford

  • Ford Mustang Mach-E GT (Performance variant, 2024)

  • Possible Ford Explorer EV (2025)

BMW

  • BMW i5 (Luxury sedan, 2024)

  • BMW iX2 (Electric coupe-SUV, 2025)

Mercedes-Benz

  • Mercedes EQG (Electric G-Class, late 2024/2025)

  • Mercedes EQA & EQB Updates (2024)

Renault

  • Renault Megane E-Tech (2024)

  • Renault Scenic E-Tech (2025)

GWM (Great Wall Motors)

  • GWM Ora 07 (Midsize sedan, 2025)

LDV

  • LDV eT60 ute (updated version)

  • LDV MIFA 9 (large electric people mover)

New Brands Entering Australia

  1. BYD (Expanding Further)

    • Already in Australia with the Atto 3, Dolphin, and Seal, BYD will introduce more models, including:

      • BYD Seal U (mid-size electric SUV)

      • BYD Seagull (affordable small EV, if confirmed)

  2. XPeng

    • Chinese EV maker XPeng is planning an Australian launch, likely starting with:

      • XPeng G6 (Tesla Model Y rival)

      • XPeng P7 (sporty sedan)

  3. Zeekr (Geely’s Premium Brand)

    • Expected to launch with:

      • Zeekr 001 (luxury shooting brake)

      • Zeekr X (compact premium SUV)

  4. ORA (Great Wall Motors)

    • Already selling the ORA Funky Cat, but may introduce:

      • ORA 07 (larger sedan)

  5. Fisker (Potential Entry)

    • Fisker Ocean (if local distribution is finalized)

Affordable EVs Coming Soon

  • BYD Seagull (if confirmed, under $35k)

  • MG 4 (Standard Range) (Competing with BYD Dolphin)

  • Renault 5 EV (Potential 2025 launch)

Performance & Luxury EVs

  • Porsche Macan EV (2025)

  • Audi Q6 e-tron (2025)

  • Lotus Eletre (Hyper-SUV, 2025)

 

EVERY new EV and PHEV coming to Australia this YEAR and next YEAR! – Electric Viking

Notes

  • Availability: Approximately 50–80 EV models are available, with new models like the Nissan Ariya, Skoda Elroq, and Hyundai Inster confirmed for 2025. Specs for upcoming models may be TBD; check manufacturer websites for updates.
  • Pricing: Prices vary by state due to on-road costs. Affordable options include the BYD Dolphin ($29,990–$36,990), GWM Ora ($33,990), and MG4 ($36,990). Check manufacturer sites for driveaway prices.
  • Charging: EVs can be charged at home (Level 1/2 chargers) or public stations (Level 3 fast chargers). Find stations via: EV Charging Map.
  • Sources: Compiled from CarsGuide, Drive, RACV, and manufacturer websites.
  • Exclusions: Discontinued models (e.g., Renault Zoe, BMW i8) and unconfirmed models (e.g., Tesla Cybertruck, Rivian) are not included.
  • Verification: All information current at 9 July, 2025. Confirm specs and availability with dealers, as changes may occur.