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Hypebeast
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Hypebeast
Ford Launches Bronco New Energy EV and PHEV in China
Summary Fordhas unveiled a new addition to itsBroncofamily, exclusively for the Chinese market. Dubbed the Bronco New Energy, the SUV comes in two electrified versions: a fully electric model powered by a 105-kWh battery and a plug-in hybrid version featuring a 44-kWh battery paired with a gasoline engine in a range-extender configuration. TheEVvariant boasts a claimed range of 403 miles on the WLTP cycle, while the PHEV offers a notable 136 miles of electric-only driving and up to 800 miles total with a full tank and charge. Though technical specs remain limited, the model is expected to offer all-wheel drive and further off-road equipment. Slated to go on sale in China later this year. While Ford has yet to electrify its U.S. Bronco lineup, this new release could be a preview of future hybrid or EV models heading stateside.
Perth Now
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Perth Now
2025 Mercedes-Benz GLA250e: Brand's cheapest PHEV priced for Australia
The 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLA250e plug-in hybrid (PHEV) has been launched in Australia as brand's smallest, most affordable PHEV offering locally. Online order books opened today, July 17, 2025, with the GLA250e 'with EQ hybrid technology' – as the automaker refers to it – priced from $78,000 including metallic paint, before on-road costs. That sees the GLA250e undercut the Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV by $500 but sit a little over $10k above the Cupra Formentor VZe PHEV's $64,990 (before on-roads) showroom sticker. It also gives the German brand a smaller, more affordable SUV in local showrooms to battle a potential PHEV version of the new 2026 Audi Q3, which is due here mid-next year. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Supplied Credit: CarExpert A new-generation GLA is also expected to be launched overseas next year ahead of an Australian on-sale in 2027. The current GLA is the brand's second most-popular model here, behind only the larger GLC SUV. For now, the GLA250e arrives at $2500 less than the more powerful 165kW/350Nm petrol-powered GLA250 but is priced significantly higher than the $63,600 entry-level GLA200 it shares its petrol engine with. For the extra ask, the GLA250e takes the 1.3-litre petrol four-cylinder – with the same 120kW/270Nm – from the GLA200 and adds an extra gear, with an electric motor build into the eight-speed automatic transmission for a combined 160kW/450Nm. An 11.5kWh lithium-ion battery provides up to 65km (WLTP) of electric-only driving range, with charging speeds of up to 11kW from the standard 3.7kW AC charger. Two charge cables are included as standard. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Mercedes-Benz Australia hasn't included fuel consumption figures with its announcement, with the non-hybrid GLA200 offering a claimed 7.4L/100km combined figure. In Germany, Mercedes-Benz claims a figure of 2.9L/100km for the GLA250e under WLTP testing. Standard equipment on the GLA250e includes: 18-inch alloy wheels 'Progressive Line' exterior styling LED headlights with adaptive high-beam Metallic paint Panoramic sunroof Power tailgate Heat-insulating dark-tinted glass Rain-sensing wipers Proximity entry with push-button start Black Artico leatherette upholstery 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system Satellite navigation Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Heated, power-adjustable front seats with memory Semi-autonomous parking assist Automatic climate control with rear air vents Wireless phone charger Adaptive cruise control Blind-spot monitoring Lane-keep assist Safe exit warning Surround-view camera Supplied Credit: CarExpert There are a couple of option packages available on the GLA250e. The AMG Line package costs $2500 and adds: Lowered 'comfort' suspension Sports braking system Nappa leather-wrapped sports steering wheel Galvanised shift paddles Upgraded air-conditioning The Plus package costs $3847 and adds all the features from the AMG Line package, plus: Burmester sound system Head-up display Multibeam LED headlights Augmented reality satellite navigation Illuminated door sills Active Steering Assist Mercedes-Benz Australia had been moving away from mainstream PHEVs over the past few years, axing the A250e and launching new generations of the C-Class and GLC without replacements for their C300e and GLC300e PHEVs. Instead, the brand reserved PHEV powertrains for high-performance models like the Mercedes-AMG C63 S E Performance. However, this year it introduced the C350e, heralding a return to 'regular' PHEVs. Supplied Credit: CarExpert MORE: Explore the Mercedes-Benz GLA showroom
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara will offer a range of up to 426 km per charge, takes 45 minutes to be charged 10-80%
Maruti Suzuki is gearing up to launch the e-Vitara in India in September 2025, ahead of the festive season, while Suzuki has already introduced the made-in-India e-Vitara in the UK. Notify me Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara is one of the most awaited electric cars in the Indian passenger vehicle market. The e-Vitara is slated to launch in India in September 2025, right ahead of the festive season. It is going to be the first electric car from the biggest car manufacturer in India, in terms of sales volume. With just two months left before the launch of the electric SUV, range and charging details of the Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara have been revealed. With the made-in-India Suzuki e-Vitara already introduced in the UK, the specification sheet reveals that the electric SUV promises to squeeze a range of up to 426 km (WLTP) on a full charge, while the battery pack is capable of charging 10-80 per cent in just 45 minutes, using a DC fast charger. Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara: Range and charging The Suzuki e-Vitara sold in the UK market is available in two battery pack options - 49 kWh and 61 kWh units. The smaller battery pack offers a WLTP claimed range of up to 344 km on a single charge. This battery pack is available with a single front-wheel drive setup that churns out 142 bhp of peak power and 193 Nm of maximum torque. The bigger battery pack is available with both FWD and AWD options. The FWD variant promises up to 426 km range on a full charge. The electric motor paired with this battery pack in the FWD version generates 171 bhp peak power and 193 Nm of maximum torque. On the other hand, the dual electric motor-equipped version generates 181 bhp peak power and 307 Nm of maximum torque. The battery pack on this variant offers up to 395 km of range on a single charge. Speaking of the charging time for the battery packs, the 49 kWh battery pack is capable of charging 10-100 per cent using a 7 kW AC charger in 6.5 hours, while an 11 kW AC charger does the same in 4.5 hours. For the 61 kWh battery pack, the time is increased to nine hours and 5.5 hours, respectively. Both battery packs can be charged from 10 to 80 per cent in just 45 minutes using a DC fast charger. Check out Upcoming EV Cars in India. First Published Date: 16 Jul 2025, 11:30 am IST
NDTV
6 days ago
- Automotive
- NDTV
Tesla Model Y Launched In India: Check Price, Range, Features, And More
Tesla Model Y has been launched in the Indian market at a starting price of Rs 59.89 lakh (ex-showroom). This comes along with the introduction of the brand's first showroom in India at Mumbai's Bandra Kurla Complex. Along with this, the brand has initiated the booking process for its latest model in the country, while also announcing the installation of superchargers. Specifically, the brand claims it will initially install superchargers in Mumbai and Delhi. The manufacturer has launched the RWD (rear-wheel drive) and long-range RWD versions of the vehicle in India. The starting price for the RWD variant is Rs 59.89 lakh, whereas the long-range model is priced at Rs 67.89 lakh. This results in the on-road cost of the RWD version being Rs 61.07 lakh. On the other hand, the long-range variant's on-road price is Rs 69.15 lakh. Additionally, the brand is providing numerous customization options and add-ons that may alter the on-road prices. For example, customers wishing to add FSD (full-self driving) will need to pay an extra Rs 6 lakh. Moreover, the base variant will include an "Administration and Service Fee" of Rs 50,000, which incorporates 18 percent GST. The Tesla Model Y's rear-wheel drive version offers the choice of both a 60 kWh and a larger 75 kWh battery pack in India. The RWD variant is equipped with a single electric motor that generates approximately 295 hp. Furthermore, the 60 kWh battery claims to provide a WLTP range of 500 km on a single charge, while the long-range version asserts a range of 622 km. In India, the Tesla Model Y will be available in seven exterior colors and two interior trim options. Additionally, the vehicle will feature a 15.4-inch infotainment display (front), an 8-inch rear screen, power-adjustable front seats and steering column, dual-zone automatic climate control, 19-inch crossflow wheels, a fixed glass roof, and a power rear liftgate.
India Today
6 days ago
- Automotive
- India Today
Tesla's India debut, Model Y takes centrestage as Mumbai showroom opens
The hotly anticipated launch of the Tesla brand has come sooner than expected, and as reported earlier the brand has unveiled its showroom in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Tesla has listed pricing for the Model Y, that has been launched here in two variants – Rear Wheel Drive and Long Range Rear Wheel Drive. Here are the details and specifications of the Model Y in Model Y: Battery and RangeThe Tesla Model Y comes in two variants, both getting different batteries. The Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) gets a 60kWh LFP battery that gives it a claimed range of 500km of range on a single charge according to the WLTP cycle. Meanwhile, the Long Range Rear Wheel Drive (LR RWD) gets a larger battery, and a claimed range of 622km on a single Model Y: PerformanceAs of now, the only variants available in India are single-motor equipped, but performance isn't something that Tesla Model Y lacks in. The RWD can sprint from 0 to 100kmph in just 5.9 seconds while the LR RWD can sprint from 0 to 100kmph in just 5.6 seconds. Top speed for both variants has been capped at Model Y: Charging While it is not confirmed yet if Tesla will also introduce its Supercharger network in India, the brand claims that these super-fast DC chargers can add 238km of range in just 15 minutes to the RWD. The LR RWD meanwhile can be juiced by using the Supercharger, adding 267km of range in just 15 Model Y: Autonomous drivingTesla will become the first automaker in India to offer a full-fledged self-driving suite that customers can opt for Rs 6 lakh, on top of the base price of the Model Y, according to the brand's official website. But the brand does mention that some of the features of Self Driving may require pending approvals in certain jurisdictions, and more clarity will be available once Tesla is closer to the claimed delivery dates of the Model Model Y: Pricing and deliveriesAccording to Tesla's website, the Model Y RWD is available for Rs 59.89 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi) while the Model Y LR RWD is available for Rs 67.89 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). Different paint options cost extra, with the Stealth Grey available as standard for no extra cost. The Pearl-White Multi-Coat, Diamond Black are priced at Rs 95,000, the Glacier Blue is priced at Rs 1.25 lakh extra, Quicksilver and Ultra Red are priced at Rs Rs 1.85 lakh extra. As mentioned earlier, the Self-Driving suite is available for an extra cost of Rs 6 amount has been set at Rs 22,220, with an additional Rs 3 lakh booking amount to be paid withing 7 days of the initial booking. Note that, these expenses are non-refundable according to the Tesla is set to commence deliveries of the RWD variant in Q3 2025 while the LR RWD is expected to be delivered starting Q4 2025 (according to Tesla website).Subscribe to Auto Today Magazine- EndsMust Watch
