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The Citizen
23-06-2025
- Automotive
- The Citizen
Hybrid meets combustion as GWM prices revised Haval H6 GT
Arrival of the plug-in hybrid makes it the most powerful Haval divisional product now available in South Africa. Inclusion of the PHEV makes the H6 GT the most powerful Haval divisional model on-sale in South Africa today. Image: GWM An unexpected debutant at its annual dealer prize giving conference in February this year, Great Wall Motors (GWM) provided the media with a brief teaser of the revised Haval H6 GT at the official launch of the standard H6 in Cape Town last week. Serious shock Only experienced on a private racetrack, the drive solely involved the new flagship plug-in hybrid (PHEV) that slots-in above the conventional combustion variant GWM stated will remain available due to its ongoing popularity and price credit. Officially the most powerful Haval divisional product now available in South Africa, the H6 GT PHEV combines the 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine from the Jolion with a 35.4-kWh battery pack powering a pair of electric motors. ALSO READ: GWM approves P500 PHEV for South Africa, prices Haval H6 GT PHEV Hooked to a two-speed Dedicated Hybrid Transmission (DHT), the setup develops a combined 321kW/762Nm, which results in a claimed 0-100 km/h sprint time of 4.9 seconds. No top speed figure was revealed. Effectively four-wheel-drive as per the pair of electric motors, the H6 GT PHEV has a claimed all-electric range of 180 km and a combined of 1 000 km when taking the combustion engine into consideration. Supporting DC charging up to 48 kW will require a waiting time of 26 minutes from 30-80%, or six hours when using the on-board 6.6 kW AC charger. Prevailing petrol By comparison, the conventional H6 GT, which received a series of minor updates in November last year, continues to make use of the 2.0 T-GDI producing an unchanged 155kW/325Nm. As with the PHEV, drive goes to all four wheels, but without any electrical assistance and through a conventional seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. No performance figures were revealed. Inside Largely unchanged from the conventional GT outside, bar the secondary flap hiding the charging port on the right rear wing, the newcomer's interior also remains as is bar hybrid specific readouts and graphics within the 12.3-inch infotainment system and 10.25-inch instrument cluster. Interior doesn't get the same makeover as the standard H6. Image: GWM Worth noting is that neither GT receives the redesigned interior as the standard H6, consisting of the new steering wheel, steering column-mounted gear lever and infotainment system. Spec In terms of spec, both the H6 GT and GT PHEV are fitted as standard with the following: 19-inch alloy wheels; wireless smartphone charger; dual-zone climate control with rear vents; folding electric mirrors; LED headlights and fog lamps; eight-speaker sound system; keyless entry; push-button start; heated and electric front seats; electric tailgate; panoramic sunroof; rain sense wipers; Head-Up Display; tyre pressure monitor; 360-degree camera system; front and rear parking sensors; Rollover Mitigation; Driver Attention Alert; Adaptive Cruise Control; Automatic Emergency Braking; Blind Spot Monitoring; Traffic Sign Recognition; Lane Departure Warning; Traffic Jam Assist; Lane Keep Assist; Corner Brake Control; Lane Centring Assist Besides its powertrain, the PHEV's added specification items consist of launch control, a hands-free opening electric tailgate, sport seats at the rear, ventilated front seats and Automatic Park Assist. In addition, the PHEV's drive mode selector consists of six settings; Eco, Normal, Sport, Mud, Snow and 4WD versus the combustion model's Eco, Normal, Sport, Race, Sand and Off-Road. H6 GT PHEV's main difference from the conventional combustion model is the additional flap hiding the charging outlet on the right rear wing. Image: GWM A further three settings have been included as part of the hybrid system, namely the default Hybrid, full-electric EV and what GWM calls EV Priority. Clearer picture later While the short drive on the damp circuit came with little lag and immediate response from the electrified powertrain, little could otherwise be determined given the caution that had to be applied in the less than ideal conditions. Colours and price On the colour front, both GT's can be had in one of five hues; red, matte grey, Hamilton White, Sun Black and Atlantis Blue. As with the H6, the H6 GT's price tags include a seven-year/200 000 km warranty, a seven-year/75 000 km service plan and, in the case of the PHEV, an eight-year/150 000 km battery warranty. H6 GT 2.0 T-GDI Super Luxury 4WD DCT – R665 950 H6 GT PHEV Ultra Luxury 4WD DHT – R799 900 NOW READ: WATCH: Haval H6 GT more than just a pretty face
NZ Autocar
21-06-2025
- Automotive
- NZ Autocar
2025 GWM Haval H6 GT PHEV Review'
PHEVs are going gangbusters in some parts of the world where EV range is now well over 100km. How does Haval's first effort rate? Range is critical in an EV, and likewise PHEVs, it would seem. The average PHEV range increased from 50km in 2019 to 80km in 2023. This year it will be higher again. Why? Because of the likes of this Haval H6. The Chinese are going bonkers on PHEVs. Thanks to that, there are now several PHEVs on sale here that offer over 100km of EV range. Some in China offer 245 to 300-odd km. This H6 GT PHEV is Haval's first example, offering 180km of electric travel from its substantial 35.4kWh battery pack. That's serious range, especially given it sells for $58,990. Pricing is similar to Mitsi PHEVs but there's over double the range. Fact is, there's enough EV potential for a week of in-town motoring. That means you can recharge it on a Friday night before a long weekend away, and have roughly 1000km of range at the ready. A quick 91 refill gives another 800. What about a battery refresh? And sensibly there's always electric power to help with overtaking because the system never lets the battery charge sink below 15 per cent. It also allows you to save the energy stored in the battery for urban use if you want. And you can recharge on the go, using the engine as a generator. Though it would seem they prefer you not to as it's not that straightforward to activate. Alternatively, you can plug in to a 48kW fast charger. It takes half an hour to replenish the battery from 30 to 80 per cent. A 7kW wall charger will do the job in three hours. Or 12 hours on a portable charger. So it all sounds rather peachy for those who just cannot be bothered with on-the-road recharging, or don't want EV range anxiety. The downside of a PHEV is using the engine too much. With most PHEVs, you can gobble up the limited EV range on day one. People then forget to recharge each night. When you run them like that, fuel economy won't be great. That's because the engine is tasked with propelling something much heavier. The H6 PHEV is 400kg up on its petrol equivalent (2075kg kerb weight). With much greater EV range, that gives you plenty of time to decide when you are going to plug in again. And then you'll only use the engine on long jaunts. In the urban setting, GWM suggests overall fuel use of 0.8L/100km (rightcar 1.0L/100km). It's around 5.4 otherwise. Any other downsides then? This isn't quite as dynamic as the regular ICE-power H6 models, despite decent Michelin Primacy rubber and its AWD status. It can be a bit squirrely in the wet. GWM has fettled the suspension for the increased weight to make it ride appropriately, which it really does. Brakes are uprated too but have an odd pedal feel. No mind, because high-level recuperation does most of the braking for you. We found the central IFT control screen disappointing. Repeated jabs and stabs were often needed, and it's a bit slow. Moreover, the layout is messy. Its saving grace is a pulldown menu for things you might want to turn off frequently. And voice control; use that when you can. While this H6 is mercifully free of warning bongs, it makes one loud one when you start it up and set off. Why is unclear, and no, you cannot cull it. The wheel spokes are oddly placed too, forcing a 10 past 2 hand position. Can it go? Can it ever! This can really tramp. That's the result of having a motor for each axle and a turbopetrol engine. Overall system output is 342kW and 762Nm. Strewth, that's a heap of grunt for a car costing this much. It can hit 100km/h in just under 4.9sec with LC and needs just over 3sec to jet from 80-120. It would be even quicker if the hybrid two-speed transmission didn't dither between first and second. Practically speaking this is sound. There's genuinely decent room for five grown-ups. And luggage capacity is 392-1390L. That's the same as for the Ultra GT AWD upon which it is based. The Haval H6 range gets more, however, 560-1485L, if luggage capacity is a big deal. Same with towing. The PHEV is good for 750-1500kg, while the H6 petrol can haul 2000kg of braked trailer. What else? Surprise and delight items include powered, heated and vented seats that are really comfy, a head-up display and surround camera. The overall shape is appealing too, though the rear window is tiny, and has no wiper. But the resolution from the reversing camera compensates. With all the new energy brands incoming, it is Leapmotor's C10 REEV at $49,990 plus ORCs that is the Haval's main rival. Sure, it has slightly less EV range (145km) but most will likely find that's enough for a week of urban travel. It's nowhere near as quick, however. The 0-100 claim is 8.5sec because the engine acts only as a generator for the battery. So it is reliant on its lone 158kW/320Nm motor for go power. If you want serious performance, and ridiculously low fuel use, go for the Haval which comes with a seven-year/unlimited km warranty. GWM Haval H6 GT PHEV $58,990 / 0.8L/100km / 19g/km 0-100 km/h 4.82s Engine 1500cc / IL4 / T + twin motors Max power 321kW Max torque 762Nm Weight (claimed) 2075kg
The Advertiser
17-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Advertiser
Which plug-in hybrids offer the longest EV range in Australia?
Plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) are now more popular in Australia than they've ever been, with a strong uptick in sales during the first few months of 2025 in particular, thanks in part to the end of generous fringe benefits tax (FBT) breaks for novated lease customers in April. A total of 13,698 PHEVs were delivered in the first quarter of 2025, almost four times more than the 3426 delivered in the first quarter of 2024. This has outpaced the sales growth of hybrid and battery-electric vehicles (EVs), and it's been spurred along by the arrival of Chinese PHEVs from the likes of BYD and GWM. There's now a plethora of PHEV models either on sale or soon to arrive in Australia – at least 25 including some big names like the incoming Ford Ranger PHEV. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Technology has also come a long way since pioneers like Mitsubishi began introducing PHEVs to the Australian market, bringing significant gains particularly in terms of pure-electric driving distance. For that reason, we've decided to compile a list of the top 10 PHEVs with the longest claimed electric-only driving range. All figures are based on the more lenient NEDC testing program, as all manufacturers featured here use that as their metric, providing consistency for the list. You'll notice quite a varied list from a wide range of automakers, demonstrating the scale and versatility of PHEV tech. We've also chosen to exclude extended-range electric vehicles (EREVs) given they're not the same as PHEVs, and there's only one on sale in Australia for now (specific versions of the Leapmotor C10 mid-size SUV), that is if you don't count the Nissan Qashqai and X-Trail e-Power. Click on a model in the table below to jump directly to its information on this page, or continue scrolling for the full article. GWM leads the way with its recently launched Haval H6 GT PHEV, a mid-size SUV that's claimed to be capable of travelling up to 180km on pure electric power alone. The H6 GT PHEV is GWM's first PHEV in Australia, and it's powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine and two electric motors. Its engine drinks 91-octane regular unleaded petrol. Its sizeable 35.4kWh battery pack is the third-largest on this list, which contributes to its lengthy EV range. A downside is it weighs 2075kg, but its all-wheel drive setup gives it a claimed 0-100km/h sprint time of just 4.9 seconds. There's just one premium version of the H6 GT PHEV on sale currently: the Ultra priced at $53,990 drive-away. That's up from $45,990 drive-away for the standard petrol-only H6 GT Ultra. Backing it up is GWM's seven-year, unlimited-kilometre vehicle warranty, and its eight-year, unlimited-kilometre high-voltage battery warranty. Interested in buying a GWM Haval H6 GT? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything GWM Haval H6 GT Back to top The second most expensive car here is the Range Rover, and it has the second longest electric-only range of 126km. With a hefty 3.0-litre twin-turbocharged inline-six petrol engine, the Range Rover P460e PHEV benefits from an all-wheel drive setup and eight-speed automatic transmission. The assistance from its 38.2kWh battery gives it a claimed 0-100km/h time of 5.8 seconds, and also allows for its strong EV-only range despite a kerb weight of nearly three tonnes. Four Range Rover variants are available with the P460e powertrain in Australia, and they range in price from $262,852 to $298,383 before on-roads. They're split into either HSE or Autobiography grades, and each are available in both standard- or long-wheelbase guises. Australian Range Rovers are backed by a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty, and an eight-year, 160,000km high-voltage battery warranty. For context, the same 126km figure is also quoted for the Range Rover Sport P460e. Interested in buying a Range Rover? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything Range Rover Back to top GWM's second Australian PHEV and the second PHEV ute to go on sale here is the Cannon Alpha PHEV, which is said to be capable of travelling up to 115km on electric power. That's a slightly higher number than a key rival further down this list, thanks in part to its larger 37.1kWh battery. It's paired with a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine, with drive sent through a nine-speed transmission. Importantly, all GWM Cannon Alpha vehicles feature a torque-on-demand four-wheel drive system with low-range gearing and differential locks, a key addition over the competition. Though deliveries are yet to commence, the GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV will be available in Lux and Ultra trims, priced at $62,990 and $69,490 drive-away respectively. As with the Haval H6 GT PHEV, the Cannon Alpha is backed by GWM's standard seven-year, unlimited-kilometre vehicle warranty, and an eight-year, unlimited-kilometre high-voltage battery warranty. Interested in buying a GWM Cannon Alpha? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything GWM Cannon Alpha Back to top The first and only sedan on this list is the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, which has just been joined by a PHEV variant in the form of the C350e. Merc says it can travel up to 104km on a charge. Found under the bonnet is a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine, paired with a 25.4kWh battery. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a nine-speed automatic transmission. The C350e is a unique option as a PHEV sedan in Australia, as BMW has axed its 330e, and Volvo has done the same with its S60 T8. There is also the hotter Mercedes-AMG C63 S E Performance, but that's much more niche. There's only one variant of the C350e, and it's priced at $98,200 before on-roads. Despite packing more power and equipment, the C350e is only a few hundred dollars pricier than its petrol C300 sibling. Mercedes-Benz Australia covers its cars with a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty, and most of its high-voltage battery systems with an eight-year, 160,000km warranty. Interested in buying a Mercedes-Benz C-Class? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything Mercedes-Benz C-Class Back to top One variant of the BMW X5 large SUV is available with a PHEV powertrain, and it has a maximum claimed EV range of 101km. It's powered by a 3.0-litre turbocharged inline-six petrol engine, mated with a 29.5kWh battery. Drive is sent to all four wheels through an eight-speed automatic transmission, giving the X5 xDrive50e a claimed 0-100km/h time of 4.8 seconds. That's despite its kerb weight of roughly 2.5 tonnes, with the combination of a large, relaxed engine and a decently sized battery both helping to overcome that weight. It comes a cost though, because the X5 xDrive50e is priced at $152,600 before on-roads. That's up from $141,600 before on-roads for the base X5 xDrive40i M Sport, but less than the $175,600 before on-roads price of the X5 M60i. BMW backs its cars with a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty, and the high-voltage batteries in its PHEVs with a six-year, 100,000km warranty. Interested in buying a BMW X5? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything BMW X5 Back to top The BYD Shark 6 was one of the most significant vehicle launches in Australia last year. It was the country's first PHEV ute, and it has a claimed EV driving range of 100km. It's powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine, which sounds small for a vehicle the size of the Shark 6. But BYD has supplemented it with its 29.6kWh Blade battery and dual electric motors, providing all-wheel drive and a claimed 0-100km/h time of 5.7 seconds. Unlike its GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV rival, there's no locking differentials for the Shark. There's also no low-range gearing, which makes it less capable off-road. Still, BYD has managed to keep pricing sharp for the Shark, as its sole Premium variant costs $57,900 before on-road costs. The BYD Shark 6 is covered by a six-year, 150,000km vehicle warranty, and an eight-year, 160,000km high-voltage battery warranty. Interested in buying a BYD Shark 6? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything BYD Shark 6 Back to top One of the newest cars on this list is Mercedes-AMG's E53 Hybrid, a luxury PHEV sports sedan with a claimed EV driving range of up to 100km. Under the bonnet is a 3.0-litre turbocharged inline-six petrol engine, attached to an electric motor that can crank out up to 120kW and 480Nm. It's fed by a battery with a maximum capacity of 28.6kWh, helping it to its maximum claimed range. It also features a Race Start mode, which bumps maximum power to 450kW and provides a claimed 0-100km/h sprint time of just 3.8 seconds. Power is sent to all four wheels through a nine-speed automatic transmission. As with a lot of the cars on this list, that all comes at a significant cost – the Mercedes-AMG E53 is priced at a substantial $199,990 before on-road costs. The Mercedes-AMG E53 is backed by the German brand's five-year, unlimited-kilometre vehicle warranty, and an eight-year, 160,000km warranty. Interested in buying a Mercedes-AMG E-Class? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything Mercedes-AMG E-Class Back to top The most expensive car on this list is the monstrous BMW XM, which the Bavarian brand claims can travel as far as 98km on electric power alone. Powering the BMW XM is a 4.4-litre twin-turbocharged petrol V8, mated to an electric motor and BMW's rear-biased M xDrive all-wheel drive system. Its maximum battery capacity is 29.5kWh – matching the X5 with which it shares many components. The XM was the first dedicated BMW M car since the inaugural M1, though it takes the form of a brutally styled SUV rivalling the likes of the Bentley Bentayga and Lamborghini Urus. It has a price tag to match too. The base XM will set you back $302,200 before on-roads, while the flagship XM Label Red is priced at a whopping $344,200 before on-roads. BMW backs its cars with a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty. Like the X5, the high-voltage battery in the XM is covered by a six-year, 100,000km warranty. Interested in buying a BMW XM? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything BMW XM Back to top BYD's Sealion 6 lineup became cheaper in 2025 with the addition of a stripped-back Essential grade. It's that variant that boasts a claimed EV range of 92km. Both the Essential and Premium versions of the mid-size SUV utilise a 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine and 18.3kWh BYD Blade battery, but they differ from there. The Essential is naturally aspirated and features only a single front-mounted motor, contributing to a lower power output and increased range. The Premium, meanwhile, is turbocharged and offers a dual-motor setup with 238kW of power and 550Nm of torque. Its claimed EV range is also reduced to 81km, provided the battery is charged to at least 25 per cent. Their claimed 0-100km/h times differ greatly, with the Essential completing the sprint in a claimed 8.5 seconds and the Premium slicing that down to 5.9 seconds. Both are still competitively priced at $42,990 and $52,990 before on-roads respectively. BYD backs its Australian cars with a six-year, 150,000km warranty and an eight-year, 160,000km high-voltage battery warranty. Interested in buying a BYD Sealion 6? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything BYD Sealion 6 Back to top Much like the X5, the BMW X3 is available in three variants, and the middling option is offered as a PHEV. It has a maximum claimed EV range of 91km. All variants have all-wheel drive, and both the petrol X3 20 xDrive and the electrified X3 30e xDrive use a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine. In the case of the 30e, a 19.7kWh battery and an electric motor are added, providing for a claimed 0-100km/h time of 6.2 seconds. The X3 20 xDrive is slower at 8.5 seconds, while the performance-oriented M50 xDrive gets a 3.0-litre turbocharged petrol inline-six for increased power outputs and a claimed 0-100km/h time of 4.6 seconds. BMW's X3 range opens at $86,100 before on-roads, but the 30e xDrive PHEV is priced at $102,500 before on-roads. The range-topping M50 will set you back $128,900 before on-roads. As with the other two BMWs in this list, the X3 is backed by a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty and a six-year, 100,000km high-voltage battery warranty. Interested in buying a BMW X3? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything BMW X3 Back to top Below are several honourable mentions that came within a hair of making the list, and all of them are SUVs. Porsche Cayenne S E-Hybrid – 88kmLexus NX450+ F Sport – 87kmMitsubishi Outlander PHEV – 84kmVolvo XC60 T8 PHEV – 81kmVolvo XC90 T8 PHEV – 77kmMazda CX-60 P50e – 76km Content originally sourced from: Plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) are now more popular in Australia than they've ever been, with a strong uptick in sales during the first few months of 2025 in particular, thanks in part to the end of generous fringe benefits tax (FBT) breaks for novated lease customers in April. A total of 13,698 PHEVs were delivered in the first quarter of 2025, almost four times more than the 3426 delivered in the first quarter of 2024. This has outpaced the sales growth of hybrid and battery-electric vehicles (EVs), and it's been spurred along by the arrival of Chinese PHEVs from the likes of BYD and GWM. There's now a plethora of PHEV models either on sale or soon to arrive in Australia – at least 25 including some big names like the incoming Ford Ranger PHEV. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Technology has also come a long way since pioneers like Mitsubishi began introducing PHEVs to the Australian market, bringing significant gains particularly in terms of pure-electric driving distance. For that reason, we've decided to compile a list of the top 10 PHEVs with the longest claimed electric-only driving range. All figures are based on the more lenient NEDC testing program, as all manufacturers featured here use that as their metric, providing consistency for the list. You'll notice quite a varied list from a wide range of automakers, demonstrating the scale and versatility of PHEV tech. We've also chosen to exclude extended-range electric vehicles (EREVs) given they're not the same as PHEVs, and there's only one on sale in Australia for now (specific versions of the Leapmotor C10 mid-size SUV), that is if you don't count the Nissan Qashqai and X-Trail e-Power. Click on a model in the table below to jump directly to its information on this page, or continue scrolling for the full article. GWM leads the way with its recently launched Haval H6 GT PHEV, a mid-size SUV that's claimed to be capable of travelling up to 180km on pure electric power alone. The H6 GT PHEV is GWM's first PHEV in Australia, and it's powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine and two electric motors. Its engine drinks 91-octane regular unleaded petrol. Its sizeable 35.4kWh battery pack is the third-largest on this list, which contributes to its lengthy EV range. A downside is it weighs 2075kg, but its all-wheel drive setup gives it a claimed 0-100km/h sprint time of just 4.9 seconds. There's just one premium version of the H6 GT PHEV on sale currently: the Ultra priced at $53,990 drive-away. That's up from $45,990 drive-away for the standard petrol-only H6 GT Ultra. Backing it up is GWM's seven-year, unlimited-kilometre vehicle warranty, and its eight-year, unlimited-kilometre high-voltage battery warranty. Interested in buying a GWM Haval H6 GT? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything GWM Haval H6 GT Back to top The second most expensive car here is the Range Rover, and it has the second longest electric-only range of 126km. With a hefty 3.0-litre twin-turbocharged inline-six petrol engine, the Range Rover P460e PHEV benefits from an all-wheel drive setup and eight-speed automatic transmission. The assistance from its 38.2kWh battery gives it a claimed 0-100km/h time of 5.8 seconds, and also allows for its strong EV-only range despite a kerb weight of nearly three tonnes. Four Range Rover variants are available with the P460e powertrain in Australia, and they range in price from $262,852 to $298,383 before on-roads. They're split into either HSE or Autobiography grades, and each are available in both standard- or long-wheelbase guises. Australian Range Rovers are backed by a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty, and an eight-year, 160,000km high-voltage battery warranty. For context, the same 126km figure is also quoted for the Range Rover Sport P460e. Interested in buying a Range Rover? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything Range Rover Back to top GWM's second Australian PHEV and the second PHEV ute to go on sale here is the Cannon Alpha PHEV, which is said to be capable of travelling up to 115km on electric power. That's a slightly higher number than a key rival further down this list, thanks in part to its larger 37.1kWh battery. It's paired with a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine, with drive sent through a nine-speed transmission. Importantly, all GWM Cannon Alpha vehicles feature a torque-on-demand four-wheel drive system with low-range gearing and differential locks, a key addition over the competition. Though deliveries are yet to commence, the GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV will be available in Lux and Ultra trims, priced at $62,990 and $69,490 drive-away respectively. As with the Haval H6 GT PHEV, the Cannon Alpha is backed by GWM's standard seven-year, unlimited-kilometre vehicle warranty, and an eight-year, unlimited-kilometre high-voltage battery warranty. Interested in buying a GWM Cannon Alpha? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything GWM Cannon Alpha Back to top The first and only sedan on this list is the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, which has just been joined by a PHEV variant in the form of the C350e. Merc says it can travel up to 104km on a charge. Found under the bonnet is a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine, paired with a 25.4kWh battery. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a nine-speed automatic transmission. The C350e is a unique option as a PHEV sedan in Australia, as BMW has axed its 330e, and Volvo has done the same with its S60 T8. There is also the hotter Mercedes-AMG C63 S E Performance, but that's much more niche. There's only one variant of the C350e, and it's priced at $98,200 before on-roads. Despite packing more power and equipment, the C350e is only a few hundred dollars pricier than its petrol C300 sibling. Mercedes-Benz Australia covers its cars with a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty, and most of its high-voltage battery systems with an eight-year, 160,000km warranty. Interested in buying a Mercedes-Benz C-Class? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything Mercedes-Benz C-Class Back to top One variant of the BMW X5 large SUV is available with a PHEV powertrain, and it has a maximum claimed EV range of 101km. It's powered by a 3.0-litre turbocharged inline-six petrol engine, mated with a 29.5kWh battery. Drive is sent to all four wheels through an eight-speed automatic transmission, giving the X5 xDrive50e a claimed 0-100km/h time of 4.8 seconds. That's despite its kerb weight of roughly 2.5 tonnes, with the combination of a large, relaxed engine and a decently sized battery both helping to overcome that weight. It comes a cost though, because the X5 xDrive50e is priced at $152,600 before on-roads. That's up from $141,600 before on-roads for the base X5 xDrive40i M Sport, but less than the $175,600 before on-roads price of the X5 M60i. BMW backs its cars with a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty, and the high-voltage batteries in its PHEVs with a six-year, 100,000km warranty. Interested in buying a BMW X5? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything BMW X5 Back to top The BYD Shark 6 was one of the most significant vehicle launches in Australia last year. It was the country's first PHEV ute, and it has a claimed EV driving range of 100km. It's powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine, which sounds small for a vehicle the size of the Shark 6. But BYD has supplemented it with its 29.6kWh Blade battery and dual electric motors, providing all-wheel drive and a claimed 0-100km/h time of 5.7 seconds. Unlike its GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV rival, there's no locking differentials for the Shark. There's also no low-range gearing, which makes it less capable off-road. Still, BYD has managed to keep pricing sharp for the Shark, as its sole Premium variant costs $57,900 before on-road costs. The BYD Shark 6 is covered by a six-year, 150,000km vehicle warranty, and an eight-year, 160,000km high-voltage battery warranty. Interested in buying a BYD Shark 6? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything BYD Shark 6 Back to top One of the newest cars on this list is Mercedes-AMG's E53 Hybrid, a luxury PHEV sports sedan with a claimed EV driving range of up to 100km. Under the bonnet is a 3.0-litre turbocharged inline-six petrol engine, attached to an electric motor that can crank out up to 120kW and 480Nm. It's fed by a battery with a maximum capacity of 28.6kWh, helping it to its maximum claimed range. It also features a Race Start mode, which bumps maximum power to 450kW and provides a claimed 0-100km/h sprint time of just 3.8 seconds. Power is sent to all four wheels through a nine-speed automatic transmission. As with a lot of the cars on this list, that all comes at a significant cost – the Mercedes-AMG E53 is priced at a substantial $199,990 before on-road costs. The Mercedes-AMG E53 is backed by the German brand's five-year, unlimited-kilometre vehicle warranty, and an eight-year, 160,000km warranty. Interested in buying a Mercedes-AMG E-Class? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything Mercedes-AMG E-Class Back to top The most expensive car on this list is the monstrous BMW XM, which the Bavarian brand claims can travel as far as 98km on electric power alone. Powering the BMW XM is a 4.4-litre twin-turbocharged petrol V8, mated to an electric motor and BMW's rear-biased M xDrive all-wheel drive system. Its maximum battery capacity is 29.5kWh – matching the X5 with which it shares many components. The XM was the first dedicated BMW M car since the inaugural M1, though it takes the form of a brutally styled SUV rivalling the likes of the Bentley Bentayga and Lamborghini Urus. It has a price tag to match too. The base XM will set you back $302,200 before on-roads, while the flagship XM Label Red is priced at a whopping $344,200 before on-roads. BMW backs its cars with a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty. Like the X5, the high-voltage battery in the XM is covered by a six-year, 100,000km warranty. Interested in buying a BMW XM? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything BMW XM Back to top BYD's Sealion 6 lineup became cheaper in 2025 with the addition of a stripped-back Essential grade. It's that variant that boasts a claimed EV range of 92km. Both the Essential and Premium versions of the mid-size SUV utilise a 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine and 18.3kWh BYD Blade battery, but they differ from there. The Essential is naturally aspirated and features only a single front-mounted motor, contributing to a lower power output and increased range. The Premium, meanwhile, is turbocharged and offers a dual-motor setup with 238kW of power and 550Nm of torque. Its claimed EV range is also reduced to 81km, provided the battery is charged to at least 25 per cent. Their claimed 0-100km/h times differ greatly, with the Essential completing the sprint in a claimed 8.5 seconds and the Premium slicing that down to 5.9 seconds. Both are still competitively priced at $42,990 and $52,990 before on-roads respectively. BYD backs its Australian cars with a six-year, 150,000km warranty and an eight-year, 160,000km high-voltage battery warranty. Interested in buying a BYD Sealion 6? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything BYD Sealion 6 Back to top Much like the X5, the BMW X3 is available in three variants, and the middling option is offered as a PHEV. It has a maximum claimed EV range of 91km. All variants have all-wheel drive, and both the petrol X3 20 xDrive and the electrified X3 30e xDrive use a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine. In the case of the 30e, a 19.7kWh battery and an electric motor are added, providing for a claimed 0-100km/h time of 6.2 seconds. The X3 20 xDrive is slower at 8.5 seconds, while the performance-oriented M50 xDrive gets a 3.0-litre turbocharged petrol inline-six for increased power outputs and a claimed 0-100km/h time of 4.6 seconds. BMW's X3 range opens at $86,100 before on-roads, but the 30e xDrive PHEV is priced at $102,500 before on-roads. The range-topping M50 will set you back $128,900 before on-roads. As with the other two BMWs in this list, the X3 is backed by a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty and a six-year, 100,000km high-voltage battery warranty. Interested in buying a BMW X3? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything BMW X3 Back to top Below are several honourable mentions that came within a hair of making the list, and all of them are SUVs. Porsche Cayenne S E-Hybrid – 88kmLexus NX450+ F Sport – 87kmMitsubishi Outlander PHEV – 84kmVolvo XC60 T8 PHEV – 81kmVolvo XC90 T8 PHEV – 77kmMazda CX-60 P50e – 76km Content originally sourced from: Plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) are now more popular in Australia than they've ever been, with a strong uptick in sales during the first few months of 2025 in particular, thanks in part to the end of generous fringe benefits tax (FBT) breaks for novated lease customers in April. A total of 13,698 PHEVs were delivered in the first quarter of 2025, almost four times more than the 3426 delivered in the first quarter of 2024. This has outpaced the sales growth of hybrid and battery-electric vehicles (EVs), and it's been spurred along by the arrival of Chinese PHEVs from the likes of BYD and GWM. There's now a plethora of PHEV models either on sale or soon to arrive in Australia – at least 25 including some big names like the incoming Ford Ranger PHEV. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Technology has also come a long way since pioneers like Mitsubishi began introducing PHEVs to the Australian market, bringing significant gains particularly in terms of pure-electric driving distance. For that reason, we've decided to compile a list of the top 10 PHEVs with the longest claimed electric-only driving range. All figures are based on the more lenient NEDC testing program, as all manufacturers featured here use that as their metric, providing consistency for the list. You'll notice quite a varied list from a wide range of automakers, demonstrating the scale and versatility of PHEV tech. We've also chosen to exclude extended-range electric vehicles (EREVs) given they're not the same as PHEVs, and there's only one on sale in Australia for now (specific versions of the Leapmotor C10 mid-size SUV), that is if you don't count the Nissan Qashqai and X-Trail e-Power. Click on a model in the table below to jump directly to its information on this page, or continue scrolling for the full article. GWM leads the way with its recently launched Haval H6 GT PHEV, a mid-size SUV that's claimed to be capable of travelling up to 180km on pure electric power alone. The H6 GT PHEV is GWM's first PHEV in Australia, and it's powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine and two electric motors. Its engine drinks 91-octane regular unleaded petrol. Its sizeable 35.4kWh battery pack is the third-largest on this list, which contributes to its lengthy EV range. A downside is it weighs 2075kg, but its all-wheel drive setup gives it a claimed 0-100km/h sprint time of just 4.9 seconds. There's just one premium version of the H6 GT PHEV on sale currently: the Ultra priced at $53,990 drive-away. That's up from $45,990 drive-away for the standard petrol-only H6 GT Ultra. Backing it up is GWM's seven-year, unlimited-kilometre vehicle warranty, and its eight-year, unlimited-kilometre high-voltage battery warranty. Interested in buying a GWM Haval H6 GT? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything GWM Haval H6 GT Back to top The second most expensive car here is the Range Rover, and it has the second longest electric-only range of 126km. With a hefty 3.0-litre twin-turbocharged inline-six petrol engine, the Range Rover P460e PHEV benefits from an all-wheel drive setup and eight-speed automatic transmission. The assistance from its 38.2kWh battery gives it a claimed 0-100km/h time of 5.8 seconds, and also allows for its strong EV-only range despite a kerb weight of nearly three tonnes. Four Range Rover variants are available with the P460e powertrain in Australia, and they range in price from $262,852 to $298,383 before on-roads. They're split into either HSE or Autobiography grades, and each are available in both standard- or long-wheelbase guises. Australian Range Rovers are backed by a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty, and an eight-year, 160,000km high-voltage battery warranty. For context, the same 126km figure is also quoted for the Range Rover Sport P460e. Interested in buying a Range Rover? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything Range Rover Back to top GWM's second Australian PHEV and the second PHEV ute to go on sale here is the Cannon Alpha PHEV, which is said to be capable of travelling up to 115km on electric power. That's a slightly higher number than a key rival further down this list, thanks in part to its larger 37.1kWh battery. It's paired with a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine, with drive sent through a nine-speed transmission. Importantly, all GWM Cannon Alpha vehicles feature a torque-on-demand four-wheel drive system with low-range gearing and differential locks, a key addition over the competition. Though deliveries are yet to commence, the GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV will be available in Lux and Ultra trims, priced at $62,990 and $69,490 drive-away respectively. As with the Haval H6 GT PHEV, the Cannon Alpha is backed by GWM's standard seven-year, unlimited-kilometre vehicle warranty, and an eight-year, unlimited-kilometre high-voltage battery warranty. Interested in buying a GWM Cannon Alpha? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything GWM Cannon Alpha Back to top The first and only sedan on this list is the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, which has just been joined by a PHEV variant in the form of the C350e. Merc says it can travel up to 104km on a charge. Found under the bonnet is a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine, paired with a 25.4kWh battery. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a nine-speed automatic transmission. The C350e is a unique option as a PHEV sedan in Australia, as BMW has axed its 330e, and Volvo has done the same with its S60 T8. There is also the hotter Mercedes-AMG C63 S E Performance, but that's much more niche. There's only one variant of the C350e, and it's priced at $98,200 before on-roads. Despite packing more power and equipment, the C350e is only a few hundred dollars pricier than its petrol C300 sibling. Mercedes-Benz Australia covers its cars with a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty, and most of its high-voltage battery systems with an eight-year, 160,000km warranty. Interested in buying a Mercedes-Benz C-Class? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything Mercedes-Benz C-Class Back to top One variant of the BMW X5 large SUV is available with a PHEV powertrain, and it has a maximum claimed EV range of 101km. It's powered by a 3.0-litre turbocharged inline-six petrol engine, mated with a 29.5kWh battery. Drive is sent to all four wheels through an eight-speed automatic transmission, giving the X5 xDrive50e a claimed 0-100km/h time of 4.8 seconds. That's despite its kerb weight of roughly 2.5 tonnes, with the combination of a large, relaxed engine and a decently sized battery both helping to overcome that weight. It comes a cost though, because the X5 xDrive50e is priced at $152,600 before on-roads. That's up from $141,600 before on-roads for the base X5 xDrive40i M Sport, but less than the $175,600 before on-roads price of the X5 M60i. BMW backs its cars with a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty, and the high-voltage batteries in its PHEVs with a six-year, 100,000km warranty. Interested in buying a BMW X5? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything BMW X5 Back to top The BYD Shark 6 was one of the most significant vehicle launches in Australia last year. It was the country's first PHEV ute, and it has a claimed EV driving range of 100km. It's powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine, which sounds small for a vehicle the size of the Shark 6. But BYD has supplemented it with its 29.6kWh Blade battery and dual electric motors, providing all-wheel drive and a claimed 0-100km/h time of 5.7 seconds. Unlike its GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV rival, there's no locking differentials for the Shark. There's also no low-range gearing, which makes it less capable off-road. Still, BYD has managed to keep pricing sharp for the Shark, as its sole Premium variant costs $57,900 before on-road costs. The BYD Shark 6 is covered by a six-year, 150,000km vehicle warranty, and an eight-year, 160,000km high-voltage battery warranty. Interested in buying a BYD Shark 6? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything BYD Shark 6 Back to top One of the newest cars on this list is Mercedes-AMG's E53 Hybrid, a luxury PHEV sports sedan with a claimed EV driving range of up to 100km. Under the bonnet is a 3.0-litre turbocharged inline-six petrol engine, attached to an electric motor that can crank out up to 120kW and 480Nm. It's fed by a battery with a maximum capacity of 28.6kWh, helping it to its maximum claimed range. It also features a Race Start mode, which bumps maximum power to 450kW and provides a claimed 0-100km/h sprint time of just 3.8 seconds. Power is sent to all four wheels through a nine-speed automatic transmission. As with a lot of the cars on this list, that all comes at a significant cost – the Mercedes-AMG E53 is priced at a substantial $199,990 before on-road costs. The Mercedes-AMG E53 is backed by the German brand's five-year, unlimited-kilometre vehicle warranty, and an eight-year, 160,000km warranty. Interested in buying a Mercedes-AMG E-Class? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything Mercedes-AMG E-Class Back to top The most expensive car on this list is the monstrous BMW XM, which the Bavarian brand claims can travel as far as 98km on electric power alone. Powering the BMW XM is a 4.4-litre twin-turbocharged petrol V8, mated to an electric motor and BMW's rear-biased M xDrive all-wheel drive system. Its maximum battery capacity is 29.5kWh – matching the X5 with which it shares many components. The XM was the first dedicated BMW M car since the inaugural M1, though it takes the form of a brutally styled SUV rivalling the likes of the Bentley Bentayga and Lamborghini Urus. It has a price tag to match too. The base XM will set you back $302,200 before on-roads, while the flagship XM Label Red is priced at a whopping $344,200 before on-roads. BMW backs its cars with a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty. Like the X5, the high-voltage battery in the XM is covered by a six-year, 100,000km warranty. Interested in buying a BMW XM? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything BMW XM Back to top BYD's Sealion 6 lineup became cheaper in 2025 with the addition of a stripped-back Essential grade. It's that variant that boasts a claimed EV range of 92km. Both the Essential and Premium versions of the mid-size SUV utilise a 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine and 18.3kWh BYD Blade battery, but they differ from there. The Essential is naturally aspirated and features only a single front-mounted motor, contributing to a lower power output and increased range. The Premium, meanwhile, is turbocharged and offers a dual-motor setup with 238kW of power and 550Nm of torque. Its claimed EV range is also reduced to 81km, provided the battery is charged to at least 25 per cent. Their claimed 0-100km/h times differ greatly, with the Essential completing the sprint in a claimed 8.5 seconds and the Premium slicing that down to 5.9 seconds. Both are still competitively priced at $42,990 and $52,990 before on-roads respectively. BYD backs its Australian cars with a six-year, 150,000km warranty and an eight-year, 160,000km high-voltage battery warranty. Interested in buying a BYD Sealion 6? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything BYD Sealion 6 Back to top Much like the X5, the BMW X3 is available in three variants, and the middling option is offered as a PHEV. It has a maximum claimed EV range of 91km. All variants have all-wheel drive, and both the petrol X3 20 xDrive and the electrified X3 30e xDrive use a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine. In the case of the 30e, a 19.7kWh battery and an electric motor are added, providing for a claimed 0-100km/h time of 6.2 seconds. The X3 20 xDrive is slower at 8.5 seconds, while the performance-oriented M50 xDrive gets a 3.0-litre turbocharged petrol inline-six for increased power outputs and a claimed 0-100km/h time of 4.6 seconds. BMW's X3 range opens at $86,100 before on-roads, but the 30e xDrive PHEV is priced at $102,500 before on-roads. The range-topping M50 will set you back $128,900 before on-roads. As with the other two BMWs in this list, the X3 is backed by a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty and a six-year, 100,000km high-voltage battery warranty. Interested in buying a BMW X3? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything BMW X3 Back to top Below are several honourable mentions that came within a hair of making the list, and all of them are SUVs. Porsche Cayenne S E-Hybrid – 88kmLexus NX450+ F Sport – 87kmMitsubishi Outlander PHEV – 84kmVolvo XC60 T8 PHEV – 81kmVolvo XC90 T8 PHEV – 77kmMazda CX-60 P50e – 76km Content originally sourced from: Plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) are now more popular in Australia than they've ever been, with a strong uptick in sales during the first few months of 2025 in particular, thanks in part to the end of generous fringe benefits tax (FBT) breaks for novated lease customers in April. A total of 13,698 PHEVs were delivered in the first quarter of 2025, almost four times more than the 3426 delivered in the first quarter of 2024. This has outpaced the sales growth of hybrid and battery-electric vehicles (EVs), and it's been spurred along by the arrival of Chinese PHEVs from the likes of BYD and GWM. There's now a plethora of PHEV models either on sale or soon to arrive in Australia – at least 25 including some big names like the incoming Ford Ranger PHEV. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Technology has also come a long way since pioneers like Mitsubishi began introducing PHEVs to the Australian market, bringing significant gains particularly in terms of pure-electric driving distance. For that reason, we've decided to compile a list of the top 10 PHEVs with the longest claimed electric-only driving range. All figures are based on the more lenient NEDC testing program, as all manufacturers featured here use that as their metric, providing consistency for the list. You'll notice quite a varied list from a wide range of automakers, demonstrating the scale and versatility of PHEV tech. We've also chosen to exclude extended-range electric vehicles (EREVs) given they're not the same as PHEVs, and there's only one on sale in Australia for now (specific versions of the Leapmotor C10 mid-size SUV), that is if you don't count the Nissan Qashqai and X-Trail e-Power. Click on a model in the table below to jump directly to its information on this page, or continue scrolling for the full article. GWM leads the way with its recently launched Haval H6 GT PHEV, a mid-size SUV that's claimed to be capable of travelling up to 180km on pure electric power alone. The H6 GT PHEV is GWM's first PHEV in Australia, and it's powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine and two electric motors. Its engine drinks 91-octane regular unleaded petrol. Its sizeable 35.4kWh battery pack is the third-largest on this list, which contributes to its lengthy EV range. A downside is it weighs 2075kg, but its all-wheel drive setup gives it a claimed 0-100km/h sprint time of just 4.9 seconds. There's just one premium version of the H6 GT PHEV on sale currently: the Ultra priced at $53,990 drive-away. That's up from $45,990 drive-away for the standard petrol-only H6 GT Ultra. Backing it up is GWM's seven-year, unlimited-kilometre vehicle warranty, and its eight-year, unlimited-kilometre high-voltage battery warranty. Interested in buying a GWM Haval H6 GT? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything GWM Haval H6 GT Back to top The second most expensive car here is the Range Rover, and it has the second longest electric-only range of 126km. With a hefty 3.0-litre twin-turbocharged inline-six petrol engine, the Range Rover P460e PHEV benefits from an all-wheel drive setup and eight-speed automatic transmission. The assistance from its 38.2kWh battery gives it a claimed 0-100km/h time of 5.8 seconds, and also allows for its strong EV-only range despite a kerb weight of nearly three tonnes. Four Range Rover variants are available with the P460e powertrain in Australia, and they range in price from $262,852 to $298,383 before on-roads. They're split into either HSE or Autobiography grades, and each are available in both standard- or long-wheelbase guises. Australian Range Rovers are backed by a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty, and an eight-year, 160,000km high-voltage battery warranty. For context, the same 126km figure is also quoted for the Range Rover Sport P460e. Interested in buying a Range Rover? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything Range Rover Back to top GWM's second Australian PHEV and the second PHEV ute to go on sale here is the Cannon Alpha PHEV, which is said to be capable of travelling up to 115km on electric power. That's a slightly higher number than a key rival further down this list, thanks in part to its larger 37.1kWh battery. It's paired with a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine, with drive sent through a nine-speed transmission. Importantly, all GWM Cannon Alpha vehicles feature a torque-on-demand four-wheel drive system with low-range gearing and differential locks, a key addition over the competition. Though deliveries are yet to commence, the GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV will be available in Lux and Ultra trims, priced at $62,990 and $69,490 drive-away respectively. As with the Haval H6 GT PHEV, the Cannon Alpha is backed by GWM's standard seven-year, unlimited-kilometre vehicle warranty, and an eight-year, unlimited-kilometre high-voltage battery warranty. Interested in buying a GWM Cannon Alpha? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything GWM Cannon Alpha Back to top The first and only sedan on this list is the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, which has just been joined by a PHEV variant in the form of the C350e. Merc says it can travel up to 104km on a charge. Found under the bonnet is a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine, paired with a 25.4kWh battery. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a nine-speed automatic transmission. The C350e is a unique option as a PHEV sedan in Australia, as BMW has axed its 330e, and Volvo has done the same with its S60 T8. There is also the hotter Mercedes-AMG C63 S E Performance, but that's much more niche. There's only one variant of the C350e, and it's priced at $98,200 before on-roads. Despite packing more power and equipment, the C350e is only a few hundred dollars pricier than its petrol C300 sibling. Mercedes-Benz Australia covers its cars with a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty, and most of its high-voltage battery systems with an eight-year, 160,000km warranty. Interested in buying a Mercedes-Benz C-Class? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything Mercedes-Benz C-Class Back to top One variant of the BMW X5 large SUV is available with a PHEV powertrain, and it has a maximum claimed EV range of 101km. It's powered by a 3.0-litre turbocharged inline-six petrol engine, mated with a 29.5kWh battery. Drive is sent to all four wheels through an eight-speed automatic transmission, giving the X5 xDrive50e a claimed 0-100km/h time of 4.8 seconds. That's despite its kerb weight of roughly 2.5 tonnes, with the combination of a large, relaxed engine and a decently sized battery both helping to overcome that weight. It comes a cost though, because the X5 xDrive50e is priced at $152,600 before on-roads. That's up from $141,600 before on-roads for the base X5 xDrive40i M Sport, but less than the $175,600 before on-roads price of the X5 M60i. BMW backs its cars with a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty, and the high-voltage batteries in its PHEVs with a six-year, 100,000km warranty. Interested in buying a BMW X5? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything BMW X5 Back to top The BYD Shark 6 was one of the most significant vehicle launches in Australia last year. It was the country's first PHEV ute, and it has a claimed EV driving range of 100km. It's powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine, which sounds small for a vehicle the size of the Shark 6. But BYD has supplemented it with its 29.6kWh Blade battery and dual electric motors, providing all-wheel drive and a claimed 0-100km/h time of 5.7 seconds. Unlike its GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV rival, there's no locking differentials for the Shark. There's also no low-range gearing, which makes it less capable off-road. Still, BYD has managed to keep pricing sharp for the Shark, as its sole Premium variant costs $57,900 before on-road costs. The BYD Shark 6 is covered by a six-year, 150,000km vehicle warranty, and an eight-year, 160,000km high-voltage battery warranty. Interested in buying a BYD Shark 6? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything BYD Shark 6 Back to top One of the newest cars on this list is Mercedes-AMG's E53 Hybrid, a luxury PHEV sports sedan with a claimed EV driving range of up to 100km. Under the bonnet is a 3.0-litre turbocharged inline-six petrol engine, attached to an electric motor that can crank out up to 120kW and 480Nm. It's fed by a battery with a maximum capacity of 28.6kWh, helping it to its maximum claimed range. It also features a Race Start mode, which bumps maximum power to 450kW and provides a claimed 0-100km/h sprint time of just 3.8 seconds. Power is sent to all four wheels through a nine-speed automatic transmission. As with a lot of the cars on this list, that all comes at a significant cost – the Mercedes-AMG E53 is priced at a substantial $199,990 before on-road costs. The Mercedes-AMG E53 is backed by the German brand's five-year, unlimited-kilometre vehicle warranty, and an eight-year, 160,000km warranty. Interested in buying a Mercedes-AMG E-Class? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything Mercedes-AMG E-Class Back to top The most expensive car on this list is the monstrous BMW XM, which the Bavarian brand claims can travel as far as 98km on electric power alone. Powering the BMW XM is a 4.4-litre twin-turbocharged petrol V8, mated to an electric motor and BMW's rear-biased M xDrive all-wheel drive system. Its maximum battery capacity is 29.5kWh – matching the X5 with which it shares many components. The XM was the first dedicated BMW M car since the inaugural M1, though it takes the form of a brutally styled SUV rivalling the likes of the Bentley Bentayga and Lamborghini Urus. It has a price tag to match too. The base XM will set you back $302,200 before on-roads, while the flagship XM Label Red is priced at a whopping $344,200 before on-roads. BMW backs its cars with a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty. Like the X5, the high-voltage battery in the XM is covered by a six-year, 100,000km warranty. Interested in buying a BMW XM? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything BMW XM Back to top BYD's Sealion 6 lineup became cheaper in 2025 with the addition of a stripped-back Essential grade. It's that variant that boasts a claimed EV range of 92km. Both the Essential and Premium versions of the mid-size SUV utilise a 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine and 18.3kWh BYD Blade battery, but they differ from there. The Essential is naturally aspirated and features only a single front-mounted motor, contributing to a lower power output and increased range. The Premium, meanwhile, is turbocharged and offers a dual-motor setup with 238kW of power and 550Nm of torque. Its claimed EV range is also reduced to 81km, provided the battery is charged to at least 25 per cent. Their claimed 0-100km/h times differ greatly, with the Essential completing the sprint in a claimed 8.5 seconds and the Premium slicing that down to 5.9 seconds. Both are still competitively priced at $42,990 and $52,990 before on-roads respectively. BYD backs its Australian cars with a six-year, 150,000km warranty and an eight-year, 160,000km high-voltage battery warranty. Interested in buying a BYD Sealion 6? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything BYD Sealion 6 Back to top Much like the X5, the BMW X3 is available in three variants, and the middling option is offered as a PHEV. It has a maximum claimed EV range of 91km. All variants have all-wheel drive, and both the petrol X3 20 xDrive and the electrified X3 30e xDrive use a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine. In the case of the 30e, a 19.7kWh battery and an electric motor are added, providing for a claimed 0-100km/h time of 6.2 seconds. The X3 20 xDrive is slower at 8.5 seconds, while the performance-oriented M50 xDrive gets a 3.0-litre turbocharged petrol inline-six for increased power outputs and a claimed 0-100km/h time of 4.6 seconds. BMW's X3 range opens at $86,100 before on-roads, but the 30e xDrive PHEV is priced at $102,500 before on-roads. The range-topping M50 will set you back $128,900 before on-roads. As with the other two BMWs in this list, the X3 is backed by a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty and a six-year, 100,000km high-voltage battery warranty. Interested in buying a BMW X3? Get in touch with one of CarExpert's trusted dealers here MORE: Everything BMW X3 Back to top Below are several honourable mentions that came within a hair of making the list, and all of them are SUVs. Porsche Cayenne S E-Hybrid – 88kmLexus NX450+ F Sport – 87kmMitsubishi Outlander PHEV – 84kmVolvo XC60 T8 PHEV – 81kmVolvo XC90 T8 PHEV – 77kmMazda CX-60 P50e – 76km Content originally sourced from:
