EV Central

APRIL 8, 2025

Fresh details have surfaced in the build-up to the new 2025 Alfa Romeo Junior’ that will launch here in the third quarter of this year as both a mild-hybrid tech and EV. Built to replace both the MiTo and Giulietta hatchbacks, the new small SUV in electric form will rival the inbound VW ID.3, The Alfa Junior Ibrida combines a 1.2-litre

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EV Central

JUNE 17, 2025

The BYD Sealion 8 has been locked in for an Australian debut in the first quarter of 2026 as the Chinese brand’s first seven-seat SUV. BYD’s flagship plug-in hybrid powered three-row SUV will go head-to-head with the Kia Sorento PHEV and the Mazda CX-80 PHEV. Based on the car-maker’s next-generation 5.0

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APRIL 19, 2025

Under the hood, both SUVs share the same 2.0-litre litre turbo-petrol engine making 201 bhp and delivering 320 Nm of torque. Both SUVs feature a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic, and both are fitted with all-wheel-drive. Also Read : 2025 Skoda Kodiaq SUV review: Does second-gen Czech wonder deliver more?

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EV Central

MAY 22, 2025

The decision comes less than two years after the small SUV underwent a significant update designed to close the gap between it and other EVs like the Mercedes EQA. Helping make the decision easier for Lexus Australia is the lukewarm sales performance of the battery-powered small SUV. 2026 Lexus RZ.

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EV Central

MAY 19, 2025

The increasingly popular Chinese SUV brand Haval is close to confirming a new range-topping three-row plug-in hybrid wagon for its Australian line-up. The Blue Mountain would sit above the new-generation mid-size H6 and H7 five-seat SUVs in the local Haval line-up, both of which launch in Australia within months.

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EV Central

JUNE 16, 2025

This medium SUV REEV (Range Extender Electric Vehicle) starts from $45,900 drive-away, and is visually identical to the full electric Leapmotor C10 launched here six months ago. litre petrol engine, but only the electric motor turns the SUV’s rear wheels. 30 mins REEV: 30-80% DC fast charging in approx.

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EV Central

JUNE 10, 2025

Mirroring other Chinese carmakers, the new tech will reportedly see future VWs offered with the option of a small petrol-powered engine used to charge a battery to boost the range. There’s no indication if a range-extender version of the 2028 Golf is in the pipeline yet or if the tech will be reserved for large vehicles.

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EV Central

JUNE 26, 2025

litre non-turbo four-cylinder petrol engine combined with a 12-volt mild-hybrid system that includes an integrated starter generator. Set to include tweaked exterior styling, a new infotainment system and upgraded driver assist tech that includes lane-keep assist, plus a sophisticated AEB missing on the current model.

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EV Central

APRIL 8, 2025

MG is promising a big step forward via plug-in hybrid technology developed specifically for Australia when the PHEV version of the HS medium SUV arrives in Australia later this year. Its so confident the new tech will deliver frugality and performance its been dubbed Super Hybrid. litre turbo-petrol engine.

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EV Central

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Stellantis-backed Leapmotor has pulled the drapes off what’s set to become its best-selling model yet, the small Leapmotor B10 SUV that’s set to be on sale globally by late 2025. litre petrol engine as a generator for long range driving. The post 2025 Leapmotor B10 – is this Australia’s cheapest electric SUV?

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EV Central

JUNE 2, 2025

As soon as 2026 the brands Toyota LandCruiser-fighting Tank 700 luxury 4×4 SUV is expected to lob in Australia with GWMs new twin turbo 4.0-litre GWM Haval Aussie three-row SUV solution emerges READ MORE: Ute Wars! That level of tech in any other brand would be well into the hundreds, Maciver said of the Tank 700.

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EV Central

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

Heres our list of the seven best pre-loved EVs you can buy for under $40,000, for families, city folk, cheapie chasers, tech lovers and more. But Hyundai is here to allay your fears, with the Kona small SUVs range a sizeable 449km, but just as importantly, trustworthy too. Solid buying. seconds, and an 85kWh battery gives 446km range.

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EV Central

MAY 7, 2024

The 2024 BYD Shark has been revealed without camouflage, with the plug-in petrol dual cab’s launch timing now officially revealed. The post 2024 BYD Shark revealed: Plug-in petrol dual-cab wants to decimate diesel appeared first on EV Central. So that’s why we’re confident for best-in-class.”

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EV Central

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Toyota has taken covers off its electric bZ Concept compact SUV, looking near production ready and primed to be an EV version of the next-generation C-HR. Revealed at this month’s Los Angeles Auto Show, the bZ Concept joins the Tesla-fighting bZ3 electric sedan revealed last month and bZ4X electric SUV due on-sale in Australia in 2023.

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EV Central

APRIL 20, 2025

Forget diesel engines and big fuel tanks, the new breed of frugal off-roaders rely on electricity and petrol – and theyre looking to shake up a market segment steeped in tradition. READ MORE: Radical Deepal E07 priced: SUV that transforms into an ute READ MORE: 2025 Deepal S07 Review: Is there substance to match the style?

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EV Central

JULY 1, 2025

Equipped with AMG’s next-generation EV tech, the Mercedes-AMG GT XX is expected to be capable of receiving a charge of up to 850kW using an ultrafast DC charger, with as much as 400km range added in just five minutes. Scheiße, what is the world coming to! 2026 Mercedes-AMG GT XX Concept. 2026 Mercedes-AMG GT XX Concept.

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EV Central

APRIL 17, 2025

and lands with the C10 medium SUV. First impressions are the seats are spongy-comfy, you sit very high, the cabin is utterly minimalist with a large centre screen and digital driver display, and on the move this SUV’s impressively smooth and quiet, if riding too firm. My digital display’s a widescreen 10.25-inch Is it 2015?

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EV Central

DECEMBER 20, 2024

READ MORE: Driven: Mercedes-AMG C63 S E Performance 2025 Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S E Performance SUV price and equipment Its fair to suggest Mercedes-AMG was an originator of very high performance SUVs a couple of decades ago. 2025 Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S E Performance SUV. 2025 Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S E Performance SUV.

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EV Central

JULY 4, 2024

Leapmotor has revealed full detail of its new flagship 2025 Leapmotor C16 family SUV that could offer a cut-price seven-seat SUV option for budget-conscious Australian buyers if its co-owner Stellantis decides to import it. But the tech is unlikely to be offered in Australia without a change of regulation. READ MORE: Confirmed!

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EV Central

MAY 15, 2024

Pricing for the highly-anticipated BYD Sealion 6 plug-in hybrid medium SUV will start at $48,990 plus on-road costs for the entry-level front-wheel drive Dynamic. “This segment [medium SUV] is a 200,000 sales-plus segment. Medium SUV is the biggest new vehicle segment in Australia today. litre four-cylinder petrol engine.

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EV Central

DECEMBER 1, 2024

The British luxury brand has revealed the full-size electric SUV has begun final testing ahead of its launch next year. Based on the same Modular Longitudinal Architecture (MLA) platform as the current petrol, diesel and plug-in hybrid Range Rovers, the luxury SUV brand has yet to announce how powerful the new EV is.

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EV Central

MAY 18, 2024

The whirlwind that is BYD’s Australian journey has dropped yet another model on local shores, the Sealion 6 medium SUV. litre four-cylinder petrol engine and an 18.3kWh BYD ‘Blade’ LFP battery. The question is will Aussies finally take the opportunity presented by the Sealion 6 to embrace PHEV tech in big numbers?

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Baua Electric

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

litre naturally aspirated petrol engine JSW MG Motor India will soon pull the plug on the 1.3-litre litre turbo petrol engine on the Astor SUV. litre naturally aspirated petrol engine. MG is yet to announce the discontinuation of the turbo petrol engine officially. litre NA petrol engines. MG Astor 1.3

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EV Central

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Ford has axed plans to bring the battery electric Puma Gen-E compact SUV to Australia. Ford has already axed the petrol-powered Puma in Australia, originally announcing in 2023 that the Gen-E would replace it. litre four-cylinder petrol engine paired with an 11.8kWh (useable) battery. 2025 Ford Transit Custom PHEV.

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EV Central

OCTOBER 19, 2024

READ MORE: BYD Sealion 7 upgrades battery ahead of 2025 Aussie debut READ MORE: Facelifted BYD to get 800V charging, redesigned interior READ MORE: BYD Seal Performance review: Quickest BYD takes on Tesla Model 3 The mid-sized SUV that’s due in Australia in 2025 is an all-electric sibling to the Sealion 6 plug-in hybrid EV. Score: 7.5/10

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EV Central

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

The Nissan X-Trail e-Power hybrid SUV has been revealed – and it’s coming to Australia early in 2023. As the covers were ripped off the latest addition to the expanding e-Power family, Nissan Australia confirmed it plans to initially sell only dual-motor all-wheel drive versions of the innovative hybrid mid-sized SUV.

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EV Central

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

The first image of the inbound Mercedes-AMG super-SUV has dropped, with the mega EV to introduce the high-performance brand’s new dedicated AMG.EA architecture, advanced new e-motors and state-of-the-art battery tech when it arrives in 2026. The post Most advanced EV tech yet? architecture.

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EV Central

APRIL 15, 2024

Alfa Romeo has unwrapped its all-new Milano, its first all-electric car and third SUV. Created to replace both the old MiTo and Giulietta hatch, it will sit beneath the current Tonale SUV. Like the Giulietta hatch, the small SUV will feature a pair of hidden rear door handles that are tucked away within the rear C-pillars.

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EV Central

JULY 6, 2024

The mid-sized SUV is arguably the start of the main game for the fledgling EV brand. READ MORE: Polestar 4 mid-sized SUV now on sale with big EV targets in its crosshairs READ MORE: Polestar’s plan to survive and thrive: Carving a space in the EV world READ MORE: Battery breakthrough! inch central infotainment screen.

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EV Central

APRIL 30, 2025

Lynk & Co 900 electric SUV has Land Rover design influence and Mazda pricing, so why arent we getting it in Australia? READ MORE: Shift aside Range Rover, look out Rolls-Royce: Zeekr 9X is Chinas new uber SUV, complete with 42,242 laser engravings READ MORE: Chery Himla has joined the electrified ute battle!

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EV Central

MAY 7, 2025

As well as working with Foxconn, Mitsubishi says it will spin-off another EV with alliance partner Nissan that will be based on its stablemate’s next-generation Leaf SUV. In return, Nissan will produce its own version of the plug-in Mitsubishi Outlander SUV. 2026 Nissan Leaf.

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EV Central

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The BYD Tang seven-seat SUV and Seal 06 GT electric hot hatch are surprise candidates to join the Sealion 7 SUV as BYD’s Australian distributor plans at last five new model launches in 2025. The latest update to one of BYD’s most long-standing names, the Tang SUV, is a strong candidate to be the seven-seat SUV coming to Australia.

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 21, 2024

In India, only a few cars are equipped with PHEV technology, including luxury SUVs like the Volvo XC90 and Porsche Cayenne, luxury sedans like the Porsche Panamera, and even supercars like the Ferrari SF90 Stradale and Lamborghini Revuelto. Plug-in hybrids are essentially a halfway point between full hybrid and fully electric automobiles.

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MARCH 6, 2025

While the new update to both the SUVs did not bring major updates, both the SUVs got updated with latest tech and features. --> Both the Audi Q7 and Volvo XC90 have remained in the Indian market for quite a long time and have been quite popular amongst the audience here. Read more While the Volvo XC90 is priced at rs 1.03

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APRIL 2, 2025

The centre stage will be taken by a horizontally mounted touchscreen infotainment system that will come with connected car tech, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. It is likely that Tata Motors will provide two different alloy wheel designs when the SUV is launched for sale. litre turbocharged petrol engine and a 2.0-litre

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EV Central

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Its a full-size three-row alternative to large family SUVs like the Toyota Kluger, Hyundai Palisade and Volvo XC90. The cabin features two huge dual-touchscreens that stretch across the dash and are reportedly powered by tech developed by Chinese smartphone maker Huawei. Said to combine a 110kW 1.5-litre 2025 Deepal S09 interior.

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EV Central

MAY 4, 2024

2024 BMW iX2 price and equipment The iX2 is part of the X2 compact SUV family, which is itself a sportier looking version of the X1. That’s something that required intense negotiation with BMW headquarters – but something that makes the iX2 xDrive30 something of a bargain for those shopping for a premium electric SUV. BMW iX2 xDrive30.

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