Hybrid
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Forthing Taikon 5 confirmed for Australia, new Chinese brand
Chinese cars are absolutely peppering the Australian new car market, now Forthing will enter the market in June 2026 under Ateco Group distribution with the Taikon 5. This will add another Chinese new-energy brand to the local landscape. Part of…
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2026 BYD Seal 6 sedan & Touring wagon on sale in Australia
BYD has just confirmed it is introducing the Seal 6 sedan and Seal 6 Touring wagon in Australia, featuring a plug-in hybrid powertrain with a total projected range of up to 1400km. The new models feature BYD’s latest DM 5.0…
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2027 Hyundai Staria, Staria Load update announced, hybrid added
Hyundai Australia is adding hybrid options for its Staria and Staria Load van range for 2027, giving buyers a more fuel efficient option. Two variants of the Staria Load commercial van are being offered with hybrid tech, including the based…
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2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE/GLS revealed, inline-6 replaces 2.0T hybrid
In a move to try and keep relative in an increasingly competitive premium SUV market, Mercedes-Benz has unveiled heavily updated versions of its GLE, GLE Coupe, and flagship GLS models. While technically a mid-cycle facelift, sweeping revisions have been made…
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2026 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV lands in Australia; 221kW, more range
The new Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is finally available in showrooms for 2026, bringing in more power, retuned ride and handling, and increased electric range for the popular mid-size SUV. Four variants of the new PHEV are on sale, from the…
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2026 Suzuki Vitara Hybrid confirmed for Australia, from $39,990
Suzuki Australia is introducing the 2026 Vitara Hybrid, adding 48-volt mild-hybrid assistance to its long-running compact SUV and bringing two new variants to local showrooms, with drive-away pricing. Both grades (the Turbo Hybrid and Turbo Hybrid ALLGRIP) use Suzuki’s SHVS…
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Hyundai Australia adds ‘Elite’ variant to 2026 Palisade range
Hyundai Australia has expanded its flagship SUV lineup with the introduction of Palisade Elite; a new range-opening grade that joins the existing Calligraphy and targets families wanting the full three-row footprint at a lower price point. Hyundai says Elite brings…
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2026 Skoda Kodiaq Select gets 48V mild-hybrid tech, on sale in Australia
Skoda is expanding its electrified offerings in Australia, introducing the 2026 Kodiaq Select mild-hybrid in five- and seven-seat configuration. Although the new powertrain is a mild-hybrid and not a full hybrid, it’s the first time the tech is being offered…
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Chery ‘KP31’ ute previewed in Australia, diesel PHEV confirmed (video)
Chery has unveiled its new ‘KP31’ ute concept, which will hit the market in Australia later in 2026. Although this is just a concept car, the production version is set to carry plenty of resemblance. The local arm debuted the…