EV Central

OCTOBER 16, 2024

BYD might still be chasing down Tesla in Australia in terms of sales, but it seems the Chinese brand is already equal with (if not ahead of) its American rival when it comes to making big, bold Musk-like promises that don’t always come true. 2025 BYD Shark 6 Premium. 2025 BYD Shark 6 Premium. 2025 BYD Shark 6 Premium.

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EV Central

MAY 18, 2024

Firstly, it lands the Chinese maker in Australia’s biggest sales segment and, as a plug-in hybrid , it is BYD’s first ICE-powered , CO2-emitting vehicle to go on sale here following the launch of three BEVs since 2022 – the Atto 3 , Dolphin and Shark. 2024 BYD Sealion 6 cockpit. 2024 BYD Sealion 6 has comprehensive infotainment.

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EV Central

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Tesla and BYD have also got the price slasher out for its new cars , giving serious haircuts to its best-sellers. Cheapest on Carsales is a white Standard Range for $27,000 with 199,000km showing, but a red example (with tow bar) and 81,000km on the clock looks a better buy at $29,500. 2022 BYD Atto 3 Extended Range 2022 BYD Atto 3.

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EV Central

JUNE 13, 2025

READ MORE: With no rear airbags the new Hyundai Inster is unlikely to get a four-star ANCAP rating READ MORE: Hyundai Inster priced: It’s the cheapest non-Chinese EV you can buy in Australia today, but still $10K more than a BYD Dolphin READ MORE: EV switch! Hyundai Inster Standard Range: priced from $39,900 plus on-road costs.

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EV Central

JULY 10, 2025

EV pioneer returns as an SUV-coupe to challenge the Tesla Model Y and BYD Atto 3 It’s also $600 cheaper than the X-Trail ST-L e-Power, which is now priced from $47,765 plus on-roads after a $3000 discount. Nissan announces big update for 2026 Qashqai e-Power range extender hybrid READ MORE: Has the Nissan Leaf got its mojo back?

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EV Central

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

READ MORE: Upgraded 2024 BYD Atto 3 and BYD Dolphin score price cuts in dramatic bid to boost sales When it arrives, the C10 will be offered in a Style and Design trims that both come powered by a 160kW electric motor that drives the rear wheels. Standard kit for the C10 Style includes 18-inch alloy wheels, LED headlamps, a large 14.6-inch

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EV Central

JULY 21, 2023

GWM Ora, MG4 and BYD Dolphin in battle to be cheapest EV First up, though, some background. The car we’ve driven here is a UK-spec car that drives as it should but has minor differences with some of the equipment (there’s no reverse camera, for example, whereas Aussie cars get that standard). It makes 125kW and 250Nm.

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EV Central

JULY 13, 2025

More standard kit includes climate control, a massage driver’s seat and an electric tailgate. The Junior, which is also Alfa’s first fully electric vehicle, had a name change from Milano before launch because it isn’t built in Italy. 2025 Alfa Romeo Junior.

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EV Central

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

There are also hot Brabus versions of each, which feature body kits, racy microfibre suede trim and an additional electric motor over the front end. You’ll pay similar for a Tesla Model 3/Y, Renault Megane E-Tech, Hyundai Kona Electric and Kia Niro Electric, but you’re in a pricier realm than the likes of a BYD Atto 3 or MG4.

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EV Central

JULY 18, 2024

Enhancing the sporty feel, Brabus versions get a body kit, large 20-inch alloy wheels and red brake calipers. Both will arrive in three trims – Pro+, Premium and the sportiest Brabus. Adding a second e-motor over the front axle, the dual-motor Brabus versions push out an impressive 315kW and 543Nm of torque. seconds and just 3.7

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EV Central

JANUARY 19, 2024

I could drive-away a Tesla Model 3 RWD (513km range) for around $66,000, while Chinese SUV rivals like the BYD Atto 3 and MG4 offer better specs for less. It does, however, come with a Type 2 wallbox/public charging AC cable as standard. A BYD Atto 3 or MG4 are much cheaper for similar kit and similar EV drive experience.

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EV Central

OCTOBER 16, 2024

READ MORE: 10 reasons why you should buy the Hyundai Inster, and 3 why you shouldn’t READ MORE: Hyundai Inster review: the $40k challenge to the MG4, GWM Ora and BYD Dolphin READ MORE: Smart reveals rugged off-road #5 SUV with 600km range and built-in cinema What you don’t get is anything to realistically make it any use over the rough stuff.

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EV Central

JUNE 27, 2024

Buyers will have the choice of just two rear-wheel-drive variants – a Standard Range and a Long Range variant, with both boasting a powerful 800-volt electrical system for ultra-fast recharges. In Australia we won’t get the fastest all-wheel-drive version until 2025.

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EV Central

JULY 29, 2023

GWM Ora vs BYD Dolphin and MG4 Excite 51 Curvaceous styling seems to channel some Mini themes, including the headlights, front wheel arches and two-tone roof. Prime electric competitors include the MG4 and BYD Dolphin. For the entry-level GWM Ora Standard Range it costs $39,990. But there’s a difference in the battery chemistry.

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EV Central

JANUARY 3, 2025

Add the impact of the federal governments New Vehicle Efficiency Standard that encourages car makers to sell vehicles that emit less CO2, and EVs are on a fast track to sales success. BYD Sealion 7 BYD Sealion 7. BYD Dolphin update 2025 BYD Dolphin. BYD Atto 3 Up 2025 BYD Yuan Up – aka BYD Atto 3 Up.

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EV Central

JANUARY 6, 2024

As well as new models from heavy EV hitters such as Tesla, BYD, Polestar and Volvo, there will be a raft of traditional brands jumping on board the electric car race. BYD Seal U BYD Seal U. Due in the second quarter, the BYD Seal U is available globally as a plug-in hybrid EV (PHEV) and a fully electric model.

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EV Central

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

What that means, to our thinking, is that this will be priced closer to a BYD Atto 3 (from $44,499 plus on-roads) than to a Tesla Model Y (from $55,900 plus on-roads). So, in other words, a similar approach to, say, the Leapmotor C10, which starts at $45,888 (MSRP).

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EV Central

JULY 21, 2023

GWM Ora, MG4 and BYD Dolphin in battle to be cheapest EV First up, though, some background. The car we’ve driven here is a UK-spec car that drives as it should but has minor differences with some of the equipment (there’s no reverse camera, for example, whereas Aussie cars get that standard). It makes 125kW and 250Nm.

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EV Central

MARCH 22, 2023

Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 528km: Kia EV6 Air RWD, $72,590 Cheapest Kia EV6 Air version also boasts the most possible kilometres thanks to its 77.4kWh Long Range battery – strong practicality, kit and standout charging capabilities ensure the waiting list is long. 2023 Cupra Born.

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EV Central

JULY 7, 2023

Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto, wireless smartphone charging, embedded satellite navigation and DAB+ digital radio are all standard. These items were standard when the iX1 was first announced in Australia last November, but that changed in March at the same time as the price was bumped up $2000. 2023 BMW iX1 M Sport rear seat.

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Baua Electric

JUNE 11, 2025

Cloth upholstery is offered as standard in addition to manually adjustable front seats, perimeter alarm, and keyless entry and ignition. Frozen White is available as standard. Ford says the system can provide “hours of energy to worksite equipment, campsites, or even a caravan”, delivering up to 6.9kW of total system power.

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EV Central

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

But the multi-model line-up means the Ranger might get closer on price to the BYD Shark plug-in hybrid, which soon launches in Australia with a starting price expected close to $70,000. Using a standard household plug, Ranger PHEV can be charged to full in about six hours. 2025 Ford Ranger PHEV has V2L capability. PHEV system revealed.

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EV Central

JUNE 6, 2024

Overhauled Hyundai Ioniq 5 coming for Tesla Model Y, Kia EV6, Polestar 2, Toyota bZ4X READ MORE: Could a tiny $30,000 2024 Hyundai Casper electric SUV challenge the BYD Dolphin and MG4 in Australia? 2025 Kona Electric N-Line interior. 2025 Kona Electric N-Line.

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Electric Vehicless

JANUARY 14, 2021

Standard charge – Constant current & constant voltage. Standard discharge – Constant current. In market number of brands available for 18650 li-ion batteries e.g.:- Panasonic, LG chem, BYD, Samsung, Roofer, etc. In a special kit no need to cut & place a nickel plate. Weight – 47 g (approx.).

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My Electric Car

JANUARY 29, 2023

Lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries have been gaining market share especially in China over recent years and Tesla Model 3 Standard Range vehicles made in China are all kitted out with LFP packs. Although the range is slightly less (about 16km), real world range is more when the NCA pack Model 3 is charged to 90%.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

Plug-In Conversions Corp www.pluginconversions.com of Poway, near San Diego, CA converts the Toyota Prius using NiMH batteries and the EAA-PHEV open source control system, and will provide kits to qualified DIY installers. The kit is designed so the batteries can be upgraded to lithium-phosphate.)

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Baua Electric

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

seconds on top of a long list of standard equipment. Still, with sharp pricing, a generous kit list and surprisingly spacious interior, we think there are few who’ll mind the Omoda E5’s on-road aberrations. In local showrooms from this week, the Chery Omoda E5 offers buyers a claimed 0-100km/h acceleration time of 7.6

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

In late 2008, BYD started selling the first production PHEV in China. The XHT is a new generation of plug-in hybrid drive train ready to multiply the gas mileage of any SUV or any standard sedan." ( Company PressRelease ) BYD Auto top 2/3/08 BYD Auto Co., BYD also developed the motors and software for the system.

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EV Central

AUGUST 21, 2024

As I write, the MG ZS EV is on the road for $34,990; GWM Ora at $35,990, BYD Dolphin about $39,000 and MG4 about $40,000. From launch, we expect two grades – Standard Range and Extended Range. The Standard Range uses a 42kWh battery, offers 71kW/147Nm, a 0-100km/h in tardy 11.7 seconds and WLTP range of 305km.

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EV Central

APRIL 17, 2024

Give the BYD Atto 3 something to think about! That’s the task BYD’s rival Chinese brand Chery has set its incoming Omoda E5 electric compact SUV. BYD Atto 3 In 2023 BYD sold 11,042 examples of the Atto 3 across its two model grades, making it the third-best selling EV in Australia behind the Tesla Model Y and Model 3.

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EV Central

MARCH 21, 2025

inch digital driver display, wireless CarPlay/Android Auto and wireless charging are flash, but theres no sunroof/panoramic roof as standard you need another $2150 for that. Theres no underfloor storage or a spare wheel, just a repair kit. Day 1: Handsome chap, arent you? 2025 Cupra Formentor VZe Tribe Edition PHEV.

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Plug In India

JANUARY 15, 2022

The charging port standard is also something that they can relook at. Compared to the Nexon’s 8 year warranty, the MG’s standard warranty is 5 years. Also meeting BYD e6 owner! Started the day with a visit to India’s first owner of the BYD B6 car. The BYD is going to be Jay’s car now.

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EV Central

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

BYD – Chinese car maker (the name means Build Your Dreams) has huge plans for Australia, including a range of SUVs and a sports sedan. BYD Atto 2 – the compact EV hatchback known as Dolphin or EA1 overseas is slated for Australia where it could bring in a new price low. Arriving 2022. First deliveries due Q3 2022.

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EV Central

JULY 1, 2024

The BYD Dolphin’s at $36,890, while the MG4 and MG ZS EV are both priced from $39,990 drive-away. The former gives 305km range and the latter 355km, by WLTP standards. Chief rivals BYD Dolphin offers (optimistic) 340km range; the MG4 (very optimistic) 350km range and GWM Ora 310km range.

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Charged EVs

AUGUST 17, 2022

Underneath, EV electrical architectures share a lot in common, and our integrations are actually very straightforward, whether it’s an aftermarket accessory as a kit or, as we’re doing with Volvo Cars, an OEM-installed solution. The bus manufacturer, BYD, is in the process of outfitting the buses right now.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

Last year Oregon had also aggressively negotiated with the Chinese carmaker, BYD , to manufacture its line of plug-in hybrids in the state for sale in the U.S.) And in a deal similar to the one already in place between Oregon and Nissan, Mitsubishi said it also plans to release its upcoming electric vehicle models the state.

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EV Central

JUNE 4, 2025

READ MORE: Price fighter: Hyundai Elexio medium electric SUV headed to Australia from China as BYD Sealion 7 and Tesla Model Y rival READ MORE: Diesel out. A four star star rating will effectively lock Inster out of the government fleet market, although just how much volume that would have amounted to is unknown. 2025 Hyundai Inster Cross.

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