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Just days after Volkswagen said it would go it alone and produce its cheap €20,000 ($A32,500) EV without any help, Renault has announced that it has already found a new Chinese partner to help it create its low-cost Renault Twingo. Before then, Renault will launch the larger R5 hatch later this year, followed by the R4 SUV in 2025.
Hyundai is reportedly looking to launch an affordable electric version of its Casper mini SUV in Europe later this year, which is expected to rival other small electric vehicles (EVs) in the market.
If you have a penchant for Chinese electric cars, you must feel like you’ve won the damn lottery in Australia, such is the hailstorm of cheaper-than-their-rivals offerings currently making dents in our new-car market. Enter, then, Stellantis (of Jeep, Dodge, Ram, Alfa Romeo, Peugeot and Citroen fame). MG , GWM , BYD. Ok, we know them.
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Meanwhile, the rugged SUV brand is already planning a more affordable EV model. Tavares said, “In the same way we brought the 20,000 Euro Citroen e-C3, you will have a $25,000 Jeep very soon,” at a Bernstein investor conference Wednesday. Let us know in the comments. Source: CNBC FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links.
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There are all kinds of models, from hatchback, sedan, SUVs and MPVs with an electric powertrain are under works — clearly indicating the transition is gathering pace. This diversification indicates a broadening product portfolio to cater to different consumer preferences and market segments across global markets.
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