Latest automotive news from Australia, including new car launches, industry updates, government policies, fuel prices, and major changes affecting car buyers, sellers, and vehicle owners nationwide.
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Toyota sold 410 bZ4X electric SUVs and Touring wagons in Australia in September 2026, its best month yet and up 412.5 per cent, as the brand targets 5,000 bZ4X sales this year.
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The all-new Mercedes-Benz C 400 4Matic electric sedan is on sale in Australia from $105,700 before on-road costs, with 360kW, up to 753km of WLTP range and showroom arrivals in early 2027.
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The Hyundai Staria Load Electric van costs $70,990 before on-road costs and pairs an 84kWh battery and 450km of WLTP range with a 1,005kg payload and 350kW DC charging.
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BYD has revealed the second-generation Atto 1 in China with five seats, rear-wheel drive and a front boot, but BYD Australia says there are no changes to its local line-up for the foreseeable future.
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Volkswagen’s brand chief has reportedly named Australia as an export market for its China-developed models, but Volkswagen Australia is yet to confirm any model or timing.
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BYD’s 880kW Yangwang U8 luxury off-roader has been approved under Australian Design Rules, but BYD Australia says it is too early to comment on launch plans and no price has been set.
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The Geely Starray EM-i Inspire AWD adds a rear motor for 220kW and 412Nm, a 6.3 second sprint and up to 1,065km of combined range, priced from $44,990 before on-road costs.
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The rear-drive Leapmotor B05 electric hatch is on sale from $35,990 drive-away, with up to 482km of WLTP range and a five-star ANCAP rating under the tougher 2026 test criteria.
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BMW Australia has more than 3,000 orders for the new iX3, but a proposed fringe benefits tax change from 1 April 2027 means timing now matters for novated lease buyers of the $89,900 iX3 40.
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Mazda Australia says the new CX-5 will not get a plug-in hybrid. Buyers who want to plug in are being directed to the CX-60 PHEV or the electric CX-6e, while a regular CX-5 hybrid is still coming.
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Isuzu Ute Australia has cancelled the battery electric D-Max, but says a dedicated team is working with Isuzu’s Earth Lab in Japan on lower-emission powertrains for future D-Max and MU-X models.
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Chery’s premium Exlantix brand, sold overseas as Exeed, will launch in Australia in 2027 with the ES GT shooting brake and ET SUV, offering electric and plug-in hybrid power.
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