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Geely's CEO has confirmed an Australia-bound four-wheel-drive ute is two to three years away, with plug-in hybrid power and a possible 400kW V6. Here's what it means for the BYD Shark 6 and GWM Cannon Alpha.
Suzuki has finally brought an EV to Australian showrooms, but the 2026 eVitara is asking premium money against cheaper Chinese rivals with longer range. Here's whether the badge is worth the price gap.
The 2027 Lexus TZ debuts as the brand's first three-row electric SUV. Here's what Australian buyers can expect on price, range and how it stacks up against the EX90 and Ioniq 9.
Honda is deliberately limiting Civic Type R shipments to Australia because the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard penalises every example sold. The price has already climbed to $85,500 drive-away. With a hybrid replacement coming and supply tightening, the window to buy a true petrol Type R is closing fast.
Electric vehicles took 16.4% of Australian new-car sales in April 2026, a second consecutive monthly record. Toyota RAV4 led overall, BYD Sealion 7 topped the EV chart, and Tesla Model Y slipped to 34th. Here's what the numbers mean for buyer leverage and where to push next.
Australia jumped from Euro 5 straight to Euro 6d, and the rule that came with it has effectively killed the cheap Japanese hybrid import pipeline. Toyota Prius, Alphard, Nissan Note and Daihatsu Hijet imports are out. Anyone still chasing a JDM hybrid bargain has weeks, not months.
Geely Australia is set to more than double its model range in 2027, adding large PHEV SUVs, a seven-seat PHEV, a box-style 4WD, and a PHEV sedan to take on the Toyota Camry. The brand that delivered 5000 cars in 2025 is moving into direct competition with mainstream segment leaders.
The JAC Hunter PHEV has officially become Australia's cheapest plug-in hybrid ute, priced from under $50,000 before on-roads. With 360kW, 100km-plus electric range, and 3500kg towing, it undercuts the BYD Shark 6 by more than $7,000. Order books are open now.
Australia's EV novated lease discount runs in full until March 31, 2027. After that, the FBT exemption tightens to cars under $75,000 and eventually narrows further. Buyers with an EV on their shortlist need to understand the deadline and act accordingly.
The 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander arrives with no powertrain or feature upgrades, but most variants cost $750 more. The LS Black Edition rejoins the lineup at $45,490, paint surcharges are up $50, and the Exceed Tourer gets a new two-tone option. We break down where the value still sits, where the dealer hopes you will not look, and what to push back on at the desk.
Zeekr's vice president says the 7X can reach 2000 Australian sales a month, which would topple the Tesla Model Y as Australia's top-selling EV. The data behind that claim is more interesting than the headline, and it has direct implications for buyers considering either car.
Hyundai's fastest production car is here. The Ioniq 6 N lands in Australia at $115,000 before on-road costs, packing 448kW, a 487km range, and track-capable hardware that puts serious pressure on the Porsche Taycan at a fraction of the price.