Electric Vehicles Coming Soon (2026/2027)

Australia’s electric vehicle (EV) market continues to expand with several new models and brands entering the market. Here’s a roundup of the most anticipated EVs arriving in Australia over the next 12-18 months:

New Models from Existing Brands

Polestar 4 SUV – Due late 2026 – New wagon body style with conventional rear window replacing the camera-only setup. Up to 630km WLTP range. Orders open September 2026.

GWM / Haval

  • Ora 5 Hatch – Due later in 2026 – New electric hatch joining the Ora 5 SUV launched June 2026.

  • Haval Jolion Max (BEV) – Due H2 2026 – All-electric version of the popular mid-size SUV.

  • Wey – Due by end of 2026 – Luxury SUV and peoplemover from GWM’s premium sub-brand.

Zeekr 7GT – Due late 2026 / early 2027 – Sleek electric wagon (shooting brake). Positioned as a more affordable alternative to the Zeekr 7X, with up to 475kW in flagship form.

XPeng

  • G6 (2027 Update) – Arrives July 2026 – Refreshed mid-size SUV. $51,800-$66,800 before ORC. Available in RWD and new AWD Performance variants with 480-525km WLTP range.

  • Mona L03 – Due late 2026 / early 2027 – Affordable mid-size coupe-SUV, expected $40,000-$50,000 range. Available as EV and range-extender.

Leapmotor B05 – Due August 2026 – Rear-wheel drive electric hatchback. From $35,990 driveaway with up to 482km WLTP range. Rivals MG4, Toyota Corolla, Mazda3.

Skoda Epiq – Expected 2027 – Small electric SUV. Pricing expected in line with the petrol Kamiq ($33,990-$44,990 + ORC). Up to 430km range. Three variants: 35, 40 and 55.

Hyundai Ioniq 3 – Expected early 2027 – Funky electric hatchback.

New Brands Entering the Market

Zeekr 8X – Due 2027 – Zeekr’s first plug-in hybrid SUV (PHEV) for Australia. Large premium SUV, expected around $90,000. Triple e-motor with up to 1,049km range (328km pure electric range (WLTP) and 5100mm length.

XPeng X9 – Listed as upcoming on Australian website – Large electric people mover set to rival Zeekr 009 and Denza D9.

Polestar 7 – Due 2028 (mentioned as part of brand’s roadmap) – Compact SUV.

Notes:

  • Availability: Models listed are confirmed for Australian release. Exact timing may vary; check manufacturer websites for updates.

  • Pricing: Prices are subject to change and vary by state due to on-road costs.

  • Sources: Compiled from Drive, CarExpert, Carsales, GoAuto, The Driven and manufacturer announcements.

  • Verification: Confirm specs and availability with dealers, as changes may occur.

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.