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Hybrid and Electric Vehicles in Australia: A Comparative Analysis
In the ever-evolving landscape of the automotive industry, hybrid and electric vehicles (HEVs) are gaining traction in Australia. Here's a look at some of the latest offerings and their fuel efficiency ratings on the stock market today.
Medium SUVs
The GWM Haval H6GT PHEV boasts a driveaway price of $53,990, an economy of 0.8L/100km, and an EV range of 180km. Its competitor, the Leapmotor C10, offers a driveaway price of $46,890, an economy of 0.9L/100km, and an EV range of 145km. The BYD Shark 6 and the Jaecoo J7 SHS also join the fray, with the BYD Shark 6 priced at $60,354.45, an economy of 2.0L/100km, and an EV range of 100km, while the Jaecoo J7 SHS offers a driveaway price of $47,990, an economy of 1.0L/100km, and an EV range of 90km.
Dual-Cab Utes
The GWM Cannon Alpha is the only hybrid dual-cab ute in the market, priced at $62,190, offering an economy of 1.7L/100km, and an EV range of 115km.
Small and Large SUVs
The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV and the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV are two notable small and medium SUVs, priced at $47,990 and $57,990 respectively, with economies of 1.9L/100km and 1.5L/100km, and EV ranges of 54km and 84km. The GWM Tank 300 Hybrid five-seater is another option, priced at $55,990 with an economy of 8.4L/100km.
Toyota's Hybrid Offerings
Toyota, a major player in the hybrid market, offers several models. The Toyota Corolla Hybrid, Yaris Cross Hybrid, RAV4 Hybrid, and Kluger Hybrid have driveaway prices ranging from $30,990 to $68,012, with economies varying from 4.2L/100km to 5.6L/100km. However, it's worth noting that the real-world fuel economy of these models, with the exception of the Corolla Hybrid, is slightly higher than the lab-based claims.
Hybrid Pick-up Trucks
In Australia, hybrid pick-up trucks under AUD 65,000 are scarce. Mainstream brands do not currently offer hybrid or electrified pick-ups within this price range on the stock market today, with most hybrid or electrified pick-ups generally starting above AUD 65,000.
Other Notable Mentions
The BYD Sealion 6, priced at $45,684.45, boasts an economy of 1.1L/100km and an EV range of 92km. The Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid, priced at $62,374.60, offers an economy of 5.6L/100km.
Market Trends
In 2024, Toyota sold over 118,000 hybrid cars, pushing industry-wide hybrid car sales (including PHEVs) to almost 200,000 units for the calendar year. This trend underscores the growing acceptance of hybrid and electric vehicles in the Australian market on the stock market today.
This comparative analysis provides a snapshot of the current hybrid and electric vehicle landscape in Australia. As the market continues to evolve, we can expect to see more options becoming available, driving competition and innovation in the sector on the stock market today.
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