EVs Coming to Australia
Shows electric vehicles which have been identified as entering the right hand drive Australian EV market in the future.
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301 to 500 km
IM LS6 – Upcoming Australian Model EV
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301 to 500 km
LDV eTERRON 9 Electric Ute – Upcoming Australian Model EV
The all-new LDV eTERRON 9 will be LDV’s flagship electric dual-cab ute for the Australian market. Sold under the Maxus brand in the UK the eTERRON 9 will be offered in both single-motor rear-drive (200 kW) and dual-motor all-wheel-drive (325 kW combined) configurations. With a real world range of around 385 km range, top speed of 190km/h and 0–100 km/h acceleration in just 5 seconds for the all-wheel-driver model this LDV electric ute should be more much more capable than the LDV eT60 ute it replaces.
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1,001 to 1,500 kg
Nissan Ariya – Upcoming Australian Model EV
The Nissan Ariya EV is huge step forward in Nissan’s electric vehicle ambitions, building on the near 12 year legacy of the Leaf. The long awaited new EV offering from Nissan is a more premium and technologically advanced offering. This stylish electric SUV is said to be arriving on Australian shores later in 2025, a significant delay since it hit Japanese roads in mid 2021. The Ariya aims to blend Japanese-inspired design with cutting-edge EV performance and a lounge-like interior comfort however it will face tough competition in Australia with the large number of alternative mid sized electric SUV’s on offer.
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301 to 500 km
Riddara RD6 Electric Ute – Upcoming Australian Model EV
The Riddara RD6 is being eagerly awaited in the Australian ute market, unfortunately set to arrive as only a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) ute around 2026 but not the 100% electric version currently on sale in Thailand. The Australian launch of the PHEV RD6 will be a strategic move by Geely in Australia, aiming to blend the efficiency, comfort and better driving performance and power of electric with the a small fossil fuelled engine to overcome the reluctance of Australian ute byers who carry heavy loads or tow to go all electric. The full EV version (sometimes known as the Radar RD6) will come in time however for now Australia will receive a tailored PHEV model designed to meet local attitudes.
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1,001 to 1,500 kg
Xpeng G9 – Australian Model EV
The Xpeng G9 is an upcoming electric SUV from the Chinese manufacturer Xpeng, set to enter the Australian market, promising advanced technology and competitive features. It aims to offer a compelling blend of performance, range, and intelligent driving capabilities.
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301 to 500 km
Xpeng Mona M03 – Upcoming Australian Model EV
The Xpeng Mona M03 is a medium sized electric hatchback designed to compete with Tesla’s Model 3 but at a lower price point while still featuring impressive aerodynamics (0.194 drag coefficient) and around 457 km of real world range. Xpeng’s Australian distributor has indicated the Mona M03 could launch in Australia in late 2026 to early 2027 with the immediate focus of Xpeng being the SUV electric market in Australia.
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501 to 700 km
Xpeng X9 – Australian Model EV
The Xpeng X9 is a large, technologically advanced electric people mover poised to enter the market. It is confirmed for an Australian launch towards the end of 2025, offering a spacious and luxurious seven-seat option for families seeking an EV alternative to traditional MPVs and large SUVs.
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1,501 to 2,000 kg
Zeekr 7X – Australian Model EV
The Zeekr 7X, an upcoming electric SUV from the premium brand under Geely, is set to arrive in Australia in the third quarter of 2025. Positioned as a direct competitor to the Tesla Model Y, the 7X aims to offer a more luxurious and feature-rich alternative in the mid-size EV SUV segment. With expectations of a price slightly above its main rival, the Zeekr 7X boasts advanced technology, including air suspension and a high-tech interior, signalling a strong entry into the Australian electric vehicle market.
