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Kia EV6 Price in Australia 2026: Air to GT, Specs, Range and What You Pay

The Kia EV6 starts at $72,660 before on-road costs for the Air and runs to $99,660 for the 478 kW GT, and this guide shows what each grade gives you for the money. It compares range, 800 volt charging, performance, warranty and equipment using Kia Australia's own figures, with Kia's drive away estimates by state. A rivals table helps you weigh it against the Tesla Model Y, Hyundai Ioniq 5 and other electric SUVs.

Suzuki Ignis Price in Australia 2026: Run-Out Grades, Drive-Away Deals and What Is Still Available

Waqas Afzal12 Min Read

The Suzuki Ignis is still on sale from $25,135 drive away for the GL, $26,490 for the GLX and $27,690 for the Shadow, but it is a run out model sold from existing stock. This guide covers each grade, Suzuki's October 2026 offers, specs, fuel economy and safety equipment, and explains the AEB rules behind its run out. It also compares the Ignis with the Swift Hybrid, MG3, Kia Picanto and BYD Atto 1 so you can decide whether a leftover Ignis still makes sense.

BMW i5 Price in Australia 2026: eDrive40 vs M60 xDrive, Specs and What You Pay

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The BMW i5 eDrive40 is listed at $155,900 and the i5 M60 xDrive at $215,900 before on-road costs, and this guide explains what you get for the money. It compares range, charging, performance, warranty and equipment using BMW Australia's own figures, then covers Luxury Car Tax, stamp duty and other costs that shape the final drive away price. A rivals table helps you shortlist other luxury electric and electrified sedans.

Best New Car Deals in Australia October 2026: Drive Away Offers That End 31 October

Waqas Afzal21 Min Read

Australian buyers have until 31 October 2026 to lock in the month's best new car deals, with drive away prices from $19,990 on the BYD Atto 1 and MG3 and $23,990 on the Haval Jolion and Chery Tiggo 4. This guide covers 12 standout offers from GWM, Chery, Geely, LDV, MG, Suzuki, Kia, BYD, Jaecoo, Nissan, Mitsubishi and Honda, plus more deals worth a look and comparison tables. Every price, end date and condition comes from the manufacturers' own Australian offers pages, checked on 12 October 2026.

MG 10-Year Warranty Australia Explained: Eligibility, Servicing Rules and Battery Coverage

Waqas Afzal11 Min Read

MG offers up to 10 years of warranty coverage in Australia, but not every vehicle qualifies automatically. For eligible privately used MG passenger vehicles first registered from 1 July 2025, the standard warranty is seven years with unlimited kilometres. Owners can extend coverage to a total of 10 years or 250,000 km by meeting MG's authorised-dealer servicing requirements. This guide explains the differences between MG's current and previous warranty policies, how servicing affects eligibility, what happens when a scheduled service is missed, and why electric-vehicle battery coverage must be considered separately. It also explains how commercial use, used-car purchases and Australian Consumer Law affect owners.

Buying a Used Electric Car in Australia: Battery Health, Warranty and Inspection Guide

Waqas Afzal15 Min Read

Buying a used electric car in Australia can save you thousands, but how do you know whether you're getting a good deal? This guide explains how to check EV battery health, understand battery-health reports, verify remaining warranty coverage and identify potential problems before buying. Discover the essential inspection checks, charging considerations and ownership costs to help you choose a reliable second-hand EV and avoid expensive surprises.

BYD Shark 6 Towing Capacity and Payload Australia 2026: Premium vs Performance vs Cab Chassis

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The 2026 BYD Shark 6 range gives Australian buyers three distinctly different towing and load-carrying options. The Dynamic Cab Chassis and Premium are rated to tow 2500kg braked, while the Shark 6 Performance increases maximum braked towing capacity to 3500kg. The headline towing number does not tell the whole story. Kerb weight, GVM, GCM, towball download, passengers, accessories and cargo all determine how much weight a Shark 6 can realistically carry while towing. The heavier Performance has the highest towing capacity but also the lowest nominal payload of the three variants. This guide compares the Shark 6 Dynamic Cab Chassis, Premium and Performance, explains payload and towball weight with practical examples, and shows what Australian caravan, touring and work-ute buyers should calculate before hitching a heavy trailer.

Mazda SUV Range in Australia 2026: CX-3 to CX-90 Prices, Sizes and Which to Buy

Waqas Afzal20 Min Read

Mazda’s Australian SUV range in 2026 runs from the compact CX-3 to seven-seat CX-80 and CX-90 models, with a new CX-5 from $39,990 before on-road costs and the electric CX-6e arriving through dealers. This guide compares sizes, seats, powertrains and manufacturer list prices, and explains which Mazda SUV suits city, family and three-row buyers.

New Cars Under $25,000 Drive-Away in Australia 2026

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Only a handful of new cars can be driven away for less than $25,000 in Australia right now, and the price often depends on your state and when the offer ends. We checked every contender on official Australian sites in October 2026, from the BYD Atto 1 and MG3 to the Kia Picanto, Suzuki Swift Hybrid and small SUVs like the Chery Tiggo 4 and Haval Jolion. Here is what each one costs on the road, who it suits and what to watch for.

Is Third Party Insurance Compulsory in Australia?

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Compulsory injury cover is required to register a car in every Australian state and territory, but it does not pay for damage to cars or other property. Third party property and comprehensive insurance are separate, optional policies. The name, the insurer and whether an at-fault driver can claim for their own injuries all change with the state you register in.

Cheapest Family Cars to Run in Australia 2026

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Families comparing SUVs in 2026 should look past the sticker price. Fuel, charging, servicing, insurance and registration decide what a family car really costs each year, and a cheap seven-seater can be dear to run. This guide uses official consumption figures and the NRMA's 2026 cost tables to show which small, medium and seven-seat cars stay cheaper once those bills are included.

Range Extender EV vs Plug In Hybrid: Australian Buyer Guide

Waqas Afzal22 Min Read

A range extender EV and a conventional plug in hybrid both combine a rechargeable battery with a petrol engine, but the engine's role can be very different. In a traditional range extender, electric motors always drive the wheels while the petrol engine works as a generator. Many PHEVs can also use their engine to drive the wheels directly. This guide explains the overlap, charging requirements, servicing and which architecture better matches different Australian driving patterns.