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.
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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.
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GWM Haval H6 GT PHEV
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.
| Specifications | GWM Haval H6 GT PHEV |
|---|---|
| Powertrain | 1.5L 4cyl turbo-petrol, 2 electric motors |
| Peak outputs | 321kW/762Nm |
| Battery | 35.4kWh ternary lithium ion |
| Fuel economy (claimed) | 0.8L/100km (5.4L/100km low SoC) |
| Max. EV driving range (claimed, NEDC) | 180km |
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Range Rover P460e
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.
| Specifications | Range Rover P460e |
|---|---|
| Powertrain | 3.0L I6 twin-turbo-petrol hybrid |
| Peak outputs | 338kW/660Nm |
| Battery | 38.2kWh lithium ion |
| Fuel economy (claimed) | 1.6L/100km |
| Max. EV driving range (claimed, NEDC) | 126km |
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GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV
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.
| Specifications | GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV |
|---|---|
| Powertrain | 2.0L 4cyl turbo-petrol hybrid |
| Peak outputs | 300kW/750Nm |
| Battery | 37.1kWh lithium ion |
| Fuel economy (claimed) | 1.7L/100km (7.9L/100km low SoC) |
| Max. EV driving range (claimed, NEDC) | 115km |
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Mercedes-Benz C350e
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.
| Specifications | Mercedes-Benz C350 e |
|---|---|
| Powertrain | 2.0L 4cyl turbo-petrol hybrid |
| Peak outputs | 230kW/550Nm |
| Battery | 25.4kWh lithium ion |
| Fuel economy (claimed) | 1.5L/100km |
| Max. EV driving range (claimed, NEDC) | 104km |
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BMW X5 xDrive50e
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.
| Specifications | BMW X5 xDrive50e |
|---|---|
| Powertrain | 3.0L I6 turbo-petrol hybrid |
| Peak outputs | 360kW/489Nm |
| Battery | 29.5kWh lithium ion |
| Fuel economy (claimed) | 1.9L/100km |
| Max. EV driving range (claimed, NEDC) | 101km |
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BYD Shark 6
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.
| Specifications | BYD Shark 6 |
|---|---|
| Powertrain | 1.5L 4cyl turbo-petrol hybrid |
| Peak outputs | 321kW/650Nm |
| Battery | 29.6kWh lithium ion |
| Fuel economy (claimed) | 2.0L/100km |
| Max. EV driving range (claimed, NEDC) | 100km |
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Mercedes-AMG E53
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.
| Specifications | Mercedes-AMG E53 |
|---|---|
| Powertrain | 3.0L I6 turbo-petrol hybrid |
| Peak outputs | 430kW/750Nm (450kW in Race Start mode) |
| Battery | 28.6kWh |
| Fuel economy (claimed) | 1.7L/100km |
| Max. EV driving range (claimed, NEDC) | 100km |
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BMW XM
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.
| Specifications | BMW XM |
|---|---|
| Powertrain | 4.4L V8 twin-turbo-petrol hybrid |
| Peak outputs | 480kW/800Nm |
| Battery | 29.5kWh lithium ion |
| Fuel economy (claimed) | 2.7L/100km |
| Max. EV driving range (claimed, NEDC) | 98km |
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BYD Sealion 6 Essential
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.
| Specifications | BYD Sealion 6 Essential |
|---|---|
| Powertrain | 1.5L naturally aspirated 4cyl hybrid |
| Peak outputs | 160kW/300Nm |
| Battery | 18.3kWh lithium ion |
| Fuel economy (claimed) | 1.1L/100km |
| Max. EV driving range (claimed, NEDC) | 92km |
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BMW X3 30e xDrive
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.
| Specifications | BMW X3 30e xDrive |
|---|---|
| Powertrain | 2.0L 4cyl turbo-petrol hybrid |
| Peak outputs | 220kW/450Nm |
| Battery | 19.7kWh lithium ion |
| Fuel economy (claimed) | 1.6L/100km |
| Max. EV driving range (claimed, NEDC) | 91km |
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Honourable mentions
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 – 88km
Lexus NX450+ F Sport – 87km
Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV – 84km
Volvo XC60 T8 PHEV – 81km
Volvo XC90 T8 PHEV – 77km
Mazda CX-60 P50e – 76km
