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Exposed: Luxury Range Rover EV shown off testing as it nears production

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The only changes from its transition from petrol or turbo-diesel include a smoother front grille and the addition of a new charging port behind the rear right door. The 2024 Range Rover Electric has been shown off undisguised undergoing final winter testing and the big news is it looks just like the regular combustion version.

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2024 Jeep Compass Hybrid takes aim at Toyota RAV4 Hybrid and Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV

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Off-road brand Jeep has announced its Compass compact SUV is going hybrid only in Australia. The plug-in hybrid (PHEV) Jeep Compass 4xe and Compass e-Hybrid will take over the local range in the first half of 2024, replacing the existing petrol and diesel powertrains. 2024 Jeep Compass e-Hybrid. The Compass 4xe comes with 1.3-litre

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Toyota HiLux facelift makes debut with a new face and hybrid powertrain

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Toyota HiLux facelift pickup truck will be first launched in Australia among all other global markets. The carmaker may bring the new version to India too. --> Toyota HiLux facelift pickup truck will be first launched in Australia among all other global markets. litre petrol unit. It is expected to hit the showrooms by March.

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Mazda CX-60 plugs in: New flagship PHEV SUV will be “most powerful Mazda ever”

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The Mazda CX-60 PHEV will be the most powerful road Mazda ever when it arrives in Australia in the first half of 2023, with the flagship SUV to debut new electrified powertrains right across the range. litre turbo-petrol paired with a 48-volt hybrid system, delivering 209kW and 450Nm.

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Critical new 2024 Porsche Macan EV days away from global reveal and just months from Aussie launch

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In Australia there is not expected to be an overlap. There’s no indication how much the all-new Macan EV will cost when it lands next summer but the current petrol-fed SUV is priced from around $93,800 plus on-roads, suggesting the new car will be accompanied by a six-figure price tag. 2024 Porsche Macan EV prototype test.

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Kia EV9 wins Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year 2024 title | Autocar Professional

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And because it offers bi-directional charging and ultra-fast 800-volt charging.” It was hard to believe this large, comfortable and versatile vehicle did not need a tank of petrol or diesel.” Sara Soria, Spain. Widespread electrification acceptance is going to depend on having EVs available in most segments.

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2023 BMW i5 detailed: Svelte sedan to touch down in Australia with two all-electric variants

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The eighth-generation BMW 5 Series will touch down in Australia with two all-electric variants — and just a single petrol-powered model — with the German brand literally doubling-down on its EV future.