EV Central

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Now an eight-year veteran on the Australian scene, the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV was the world’s first plug-in hybrid SUV. We tested the $66,000 (approx) drive-away Outlander PHEV Aspire five-seater to see how it works for an active family of four. 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Aspire. What is it? Is it good value?

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EV Central

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

BYD Shark 6 has a turbo petrol engine and two electric motors. 2025 BYD Shark 6 PHEV ute: Price and equipment Clearly the Shark 6 will be tempting for those wanting to lower their ute running costs – and businesses keen to lower their environmental footprint. There’s also a 1.5-litre That’s something the Shark 6 isn’t lacking.

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EV Central

APRIL 5, 2025

It’s the latter that is expected to see BYD hit unprecedented volumes, already gaining a valuable head start on the Ford Ranger PHEV in the ute market. With FBT exemptions for PHEVs ending March 31, the question will be whether those sorts of sales numbers will be sustained.

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EV Central

MARCH 29, 2025

The EX90 might look a bit like some of Volvos petrol-powered product, but beneath the skin its an EV-from-birth, capitalising on a dedicated electric vehicle platform to maximise cabin space, serving up plenty of space for people, and a whole heap of cargo room. Thats enough, says Volvo, to clip 100km/h from a standing start in just 5.9

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EV Central

MAY 18, 2024

But Australians have shown little interest in PHEVs up to now, preferring plugless hybrids and pure BEVs … if they are interested in electrification at all. We’ve previously covered that issue off, why EVDirect is taking the punt on PHEVs and dived in detail into the Sealion 6 pricing and specification. 2024 BYD Sealion 6 cockpit.

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EV Central

JUNE 1, 2024

This Chinese luxury 4×4 weighs in at a morbidly obese 3110kg, is longer than a Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series, and, thanks to its twin-turbo V6 petrol/electric motor combo, delivers a beastly 386kW and 800Nm. China’s GWM set to launch raft of PHEV Haval, Tank and Cannon models in Australia. 2024 GWM Tank 700 Hi4-T PHEV.

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EV Central

DECEMBER 10, 2024

The exemption will continue on for EVs indefinitely, but the April1 2025 cut-off for PHEVs seems destined to stay in place. Chinese rival Jaecoo J7 PHEV confirmed for March 2025 launch in Australia READ MORE: Axed! Those utes include the BYD Shark 6, GWM Cannon Alpha Hi4T and Ford Ranger PHEV. 2024 BYD Sealion 6.

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EV Central

APRIL 25, 2025

READ MORE: Zeekr X discounted by up to $7000 to kickstart slow sales READ MORE: 2025 Zeekr 001 FR review: Driving the wickedly fast and occasionally crazy quad motor wagon with more power than an F1 car READ MORE: Mixing it up! The big claims come from a next generation PHEV system that teams a 2.0-litre

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EV Central

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Its called the Jaecoo J7 PHEV SHS and it will be part of the export-focussed subsidiary of Cherys Australian launch line-up in March 2025. And Jaecoo is talking a big game for the J7, claiming it can cover 90km on electricity alone (based on WLTP testing) and a combined 1200km (its own estimate) once the petrol engine is in play.

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EV Central

MARCH 28, 2025

While its available with pure petrol propulsion, a new plug-in hybrid EV (PHEV) version – marketed as SHS, or super hybrid system – allows EV-only running. 2025 Jaecoo J7 SHS price and equipment The Jaecoo J7 comes in a range of petrol-only models starting from $34,990 drive-away. Theres also an 18.3 Score: 3.5/5

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EV Central

JANUARY 1, 2025

With plug-in hybrid sales on the rise in Australia, Lexus has welcomed the NX450h+ PHEV back on sale Down Under for the first time since March 2023 when a stop sale was placed on the popular SUV. The 450h+ arrives back with PHEV sale sup 100 per cent in 2024, albeit off a small base. The post PHEV boost! Lexus NX 450h+.

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EV Central

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

In a press release that never named the Shark 6 by name, Ford extolled the Ranger PHEV as the “right kind of electrified ute for Australia”. BYD Shark 6 Premium in the outback The Ranger PHEV will be available from around mid-2025 in four model lines – XLT, Sport, Wildtrak and the PHEV-specific Stormtrak limited edition.

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EV Central

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Instead, it has announced an increased swing toward plug-in hybrids , confirming this morning in a media statement that the Transit Custom PHEV will be coming to Australia in 2025. It will join the much-anticipated PHEV version of the Ranger ute in Ford Australia’s 2025 line-up. 2025 Ford Transit Custom PHEV.

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EV Central

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Mazda to develop eight new EVs by 2030 – and it’s all thanks to Toyota READ MORE: 2024 Mazda CX-60 PHEV review: Mazda’s electric upmarket gamble However, unlike the old CX-8 and CX-9, the CX-80 does at least come with some form of electrification for all powertrains. 2025 Mazda CX-80.

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EV Central

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

2025 Mazda CX-80 PHEV: Price and equipment Plug-in power in the CX-80 is available in the Touring ($75,000), GT ($82,000), and the flagship Azami ($87,200) trim levels – none of which are particularly cheap. litre four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine with an electric motor for a total 241kW and 500Nm. Let’s dive deeper. Score: 3.5/5

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EV Central

JANUARY 23, 2025

Smart has responded to the global slowdown of EV sales by announcing that it will roll out a petrol-electric plug-in hybrid version of its inbound flagship Smart#5 SUV that has been confirmed for Australia. When it arrives, the Smart #5 will be powered by a plug-in hybrid powertrain that’s already used by other Geely owned car-makers.

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Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Calling it the M Lounge, rear passengers, on a bench-like seat, are enveloped in diamond-quilted velvet upholstery in the shade of Deep Aquamarine Petrol. Make sure to opt-in to the Clean Fleet Report newsletter (top right of page) to be notified of all new stories and vehicle reviews. Road Test: 2021 BMW 330e PHEV.

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EV Central

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

The BYD Shark 6 is no longer the only plug-in petrol-electric ute hunting diesels, with the 2025 GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV spec and pricing confirmed ahead of an April arrival in Aussie showrooms. 2024 GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV. 2024 GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV. Back on the road the GWM Alpha Cannon PHEV relies on a 180kW/380Nm 2.0-litre

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EV Central

MARCH 7, 2025

Apparently it is a Q6 e-tron, although Audi doesnt mention the second part as much as they used to, but eventually it will probably be a Q5-e tron, and therell also be a Q5 TFSI e PHEV version, as well as Q5 TDIs and TFSIs. At least for a while. I hope thats cleared it up. READ MORE: The fightback begins!

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EV Central

OCTOBER 16, 2024

READ MORE: Bigger BYD Shark electrified ute could shake up market dominated by Ford, Chevrolet and Ram READ MORE: 2025 BYD Shark 6 review: Can the first PHEV ute take the workhorse fight to the Ford Ranger, Toyota Hilux? 2025 BYD Shark 6 Premium. It’s a game changer in my opinion,” he said. So think about that for a minute. When the 1.5-litre

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EV Central

JANUARY 28, 2025

READ MORE: 2024 Leapmotor C10 review: Can this cheaper alternative to the Model Y tempt you from a Tesla? The local commitment to PHEV reflects a global swing back to hybrids across the auto industry as the rate of EV adoption slows. per cent in sales in 2024 and PHEVs 100.2 litre petrol engine to the powertrain.

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EV Central

MARCH 24, 2025

Previously, Volkswagen Group Audi said that it would roll out its last petrol-powered vehicle in 2026 and only sell battery-electric cars from 2032 onwards. Audi lands Q4 and Q6 EVs with more PHEVs and hybrids to follow as it challenges Benz and BMW READ MORE: Lets Off-Road! READ MORE: The fightback begins!

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Baua Electric

MARCH 19, 2025

Cargo space on petrol models ranges from 570-1700 litres while the PHEV ranges from 460-1600 litres. For starters, there is a choice of two petrol (with 48-volt mild-hybrid assistance) and one plug-in hybrid drivelines, all with standard all-wheel drive. So just what do you get for your money? seconds in improvement of 0.2

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EV Central

DECEMBER 20, 2024

litre turbo-petrol engine combined with two e-motors, a nine-speed wet multi-plate clutch auto and all-wheel drive. Not that AMG hypes that too much, instead focussing on the high performance benefits of its PHEV. Well, it is better than the old V8, but like a lot of PHEVs, the 63s claims prove to be optimistic. SCORE: 3.5/5

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EV Central

MAY 13, 2024

Originally, the Seal U was going to be the nameplate here for the plug-in hybrid mid-size SUV rival for the Toyota RAV4 hybrid and Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV. It is known in China as the Song Plus where it is sold as an EV and PHEV and where it will soon be replaced by a new generation. 2024 BYD Sea LIon 7. 2024 BYD Seal U.

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EV Central

OCTOBER 31, 2023

The new Mitsubishi Triton is joining the petrol-electric plug-in hybrid rush alongside the 2024 BYD ute and 2025 Ford Ranger PHEV. An all-new PHEV system is being developed for the new Triton, which debuts in Australia with an orthodox turbo-diesel engine next February. 2024 Mitsubishi Triton. 2024 Mitsubishi Triton.

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Baua Electric

APRIL 13, 2025

million units, and HEVs including plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) and Extended Range Electric Vehicles (EREVs), which will account for 1.07 liter hybrid petrol engine that is derived from the Hyundai Kona Hybrid and produces 141 horsepower. Also watch: Kia Syros first drive review | Better than Seltos, Sonet? Kia aims for 2.33

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EV Central

NOVEMBER 9, 2024

Instead of diesel it utilises a petrol-fed plug-in hybrid EV (PHEV) drivetrain. And will the Shark 6’s PHEV drivetrain be enough to woo buyers away from diesel? And it arrives with a price tag set to rattle the establishment. The Ford Ranger is Australia’s top-selling ute, seen here as an XLS model.

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EV Central

JULY 7, 2022

Kia Niro EV review: It was only in 2021 that Kia introduced the Niro nameplate to Australia. Whereas the original Niro was available as a regular hybrid , a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and a battery electric vehicle (EV), the new model does without the PHEV option. Kia Niro EV review: Verdict. Kia Niro EV GT-Line.

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Baua Electric

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

The Small SUV segment model – which is available in both petrol and plug-in hybrid format – is available from $31,990 plus on-road costs with the Aspire PHEV all-wheel drive version on test retailing from $51,740 + ORC (or close to $15,000 more than the petrol-powered derivative).

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EV Central

MAY 15, 2024

2024 BYD Seal U rebranded BYD Sealion 6 ahead of Australian debut READ MORE: Beijing show: Stunning BYD Ocean-M is a rear-drive electric hot hatch based on an all-new platform It follows three BYD battery electric vehicles into the Aussie market – the Atto 3 , Dolphin and Seal – and will be followed by the BYD Shark PHEV ute before the end of 2024.

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EV Central

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

A new-generation petrol-electric hybrid powertrain will be the first step beyond traditional diesel taken by the highly-anticipated new Kia Tasman ute. All-new Mitsubishi Triton and Nissan Navara to score plug-in hybrid petrol powertrains as Toyota RAV4 Hybrid outsells HiLux and Ford Ranger The new 2.5-litre litre turbo-diesel engine.

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EV Central

AUGUST 6, 2024

The facelifted 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is just days away from a full reveal and to prove it the Japanese car-maker has released three new shadowy teasers to whet your appetite for the best-selling plug-in hybrid. 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV. 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV. 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.

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EV Central

OCTOBER 29, 2024

PHEV system. litre turbo-petrol engine, a 200kW electric system, a 20kW Blade battery pack and claims a 115km electric range, a 1150kmn combined range and a 4.95L/100km fuel consumption rate. However, an all-new BYD flagship seven-seat SUV also launches soon in China as both a BEV and PHEV. 2025 BYD Tang DM-i. It uses a 115kW 1.5-litre

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EV Central

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Unveiled on Monday evening at the Hanover commercial vehicle show in Germany, the Ranger PHEV looks like any other dual-cab ute in the top-selling range except for the charging pod on its left-hand side. 2025 Ford Ranger PHEV. 2025 Ford Ranger PHEV has V2L capability. 2025 Ford Ranger PHEV has V2L capability.

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EV Central

DECEMBER 15, 2024

READ MORE: 2025 BYD Shark 6 Premium review: First Aussie drive of game-changing ute rival for Ford Ranger and Toyota HiLux that will absolutely shock you READ MORE: 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N review: Sell your Tesla, sell your Taycan! Priced from $57,900 plus on-road costs (about $61,000 drive-away), the Shark represents sharp buying.

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EV Central

APRIL 9, 2024

The Japanese luxury brand Lexus reckons it is finally getting on-top of its stuttering petrol-electric plug-in hybrid roll-out in Australia. Lexus Australia halted the sale of the NX plug-in – its first PHEV – back in March 2023 as the waiting list blew out to two years. That is in our plan.” 2022 Lexus NX 450h+ F Sport.

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