A guide to every EV on sale in NZ right now

With over half of Kiwis wanting to make the shift to an Electric Vehicle (there have been studies), we’ve put together a handy guide detailing every new BEV (battery electric vehicle) currently on sale or available to order in New Zealand. We’ve also included all the upcoming models that we can expect here soon.

We’ll be updating this guide with each new release, so be sure to check back on a regular basis.
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Alfa Romeo

Coming soon: 2024 Will see the 33 Stradale and B-segment EV the Junior go on sale. A new Stevlio will arrive in 2024 in EV form followed by the Giulia in 2025.

Audi

• Q4 50 e-tron quattro S line ($126,990)
• Q4 50 e-tron Sportback quattro S line ($130,990)
• Q8 e-tron 55 ($166,490)
• Q8 e-tron 55 S line ($181,990)
• e-tron GT quattro ($207,590)
• RS e-tron GT ($291,590)

Coming soon: Q6 e-tron (2024), A6 e-tron (2023), A6 Sportback e-tron (TBC), A6 Avant e-tron (2024), A8 (TBC), Q3 (TBC), Q5 (TBC), Q5 Sportback (TBC), Q6 Sportback e-tron (TBC), Q8 e-tron (2024), SQ8 e-tron (2024), RS 6 e-tron (TBC), R8 (TBC), RS Q6 e-tron (TBC), Urban EV (TBC), A3 (TBC), A4 Avant (TBC), A5 Sportback (TBC), A5 Avant (TBC).

BMW

• i4 eDrive35 ($98,900)
• i4 eDrive40 ($115,900)
• i4 M50 ($144,000)
• i5 M60i ($196,900)
• i5 M60i Touring ($201,900)
• i7 xDrive60 ($289,500)
• iX1 xDrve20 ($86,900)
• iX1 xDrive30 ($96,900)
• iX2 eDrive20 ($92,900)
• iX3 impressive ($118,900)
• iX xDrive40 (159,900)
• iX xDrive50 ($207,800)
• iX M60 ($242,500)

Coming soon: i1(2024), iX5 (TBA). i5 Touring (2024), iX2 (2024), i5 M (2025), 3 series (2026).

BYD

Chinese powerhouse BYD promises some of the most affordable EVs on sale in New Zealand. BYD also recently revealed their supercar the Yangwang U9.

• Dolphin Standard ($43,990)
• Dolphin Extended ($48,990)
• Seal Dynamic ($61,990)
• Seal Premium ($69,990)
• Seal Performance ($81,990)
• Atto 3 Extended ($51,990)
• Atto 3 Tachyon ($60,990)

Coming soon: Seal U (2024), Shark EV Ute (2024). BYD also unveiled the Dolphin Sport of which 1000 units will go to Australia unfortunately the Sport is not bound for NZ.

Cadillac

• Lyric RWD (TBC)
• Lyric AWD (TBC)

Coming soon: Celestiq, Escalade IQ, Optiq (2025).

Citroen

We’ve already tested a grey import ë-C4. Overseas, Citroen and DS Automobiles offer a range of electric cars like the AMI, ë-Spacetourer, and ë-Berlingo. DS Automobiles has the DS 3, DS 4, DS 7, and DS 9 all of which have PHEV options. DS models are not currently sold in NZ.

• e-C4 Shine ($69,990)

Coming soon: ë-C3 (2024).

Cupra

Cupra NZ has confirmed that the Born and Tavascan will arrive in 2023 and 2024 respectively. The Terramar SUV which shares underpinnings with the Audi Q3 is also said to be a goer. the UrbanRebel is also due to arrive globally in 2025. There’s also the DarkRebel concept, however it’s unknown if this will go into production.

• Born V+ ($59,900)

Coming soon: Born VZ (2023), Tavascan (2024) Terramar (2025, UrbanRebel (2025).

Fiat

The 500e will be the first electric Fiat in NZ, and it will be finally arriving in local showrooms in Q2 of 2023.

• 500e Pop ($34,990)
• 500e Icon ($36,990)
• Abarth 500e ($39,990)
• Abarth 500e Scorpionissima ($41,990)

Coming soon: 600e (2024), Panda (2024), Topolino (2024).

Ford

The order books have opened for Ford’s first fully electric offering – the Mustang Mach-E which we drove briefly in the US recently. Buyers can spec their ‘stang through the Ford NZ website, and expect to take delivery in late Q2 of 2023. The range consists of three models, one of which sneaks under the rebate cap by just ten bucks. Nice. Otherwise, there are mostly mild hybrids on the horizon for Ford NZ in the form of Focus, Puma, and Escape. What else? F-150 Lightning? Could be a goer, but Ford can’t currently build enough to satisfy demand in the US, let alone have any left for export so the order books have been closed. Ranger Lightning? It’s got to be in the works surely, but Ford is remaining tight-lipped at present. In the Commercial space, we can expect to see some electrified vans being offered in the form of the E-Transit which is scheduled to arrive in 2023. An electric Ford Puma is also due to arrive in NZ.

• Mach-E RWD 75.7kWh ($74,990)
• Mach-E AWD 98.7kWh ($104,990)
• Mach-E GT AWD 98.7kWh ($116,990)

Coming soon: Transit custom (2024), Explorer (2024), Mach-E rally (2024).

GWM / Haval

Haval currently has the Jolion and H6 hybrids, and the brand is set to go fully electric by 2030. GWM has the Ora (the car previously known as Good Cat) which we took for a spin recently. It’s most definitely funky and fun to drive to boot. The key to its success will be a competitive price tag which was recently revealed as being $49,990. There will be three variants to choose from.

• Ora Standard Range ($47,990)
• Ora Long Range ($52,990)
• Ora Ultra ($55,990)
• Ora GT ($58,900)

Hyundai

Hyundai offers the Ioniq EV, IONIQ 5 hatchback, and the Kona SUV in a range of trim levels. Both the Ioniq EV and EV Elite qualify for the rebate as do the entry-level IONIQ 5 and two Kona models. Hyundai also recently revealed the stunning N Vision 74 Concept and the rather polarising RN22e which show its desire to produce performance-orientated EVs.

• IONIQ Series II EV 38.3kWh ($65,990)
• Kona Electric Elite 39.2kWh ($77,990)
• Kona Electric 64.0kWh ($79,990)
• Kona Electric Elite 64.0kWh ($89,990)
• IONIQ 5 58kWh ($79,990)
• IONIQ 5 Elite 72.6kWh ($97,990)
• IONIQ 5 Limited Vision Roof AWD 72.6kWh ($117,990)
• IONIQ 5 N ($134,990)
• IONIQ 6 53kWh ($79,990)
• IONIQ 6 77.4kWh ($94,990)
• IONIQ 6 77.4kWh Elite ($104,990)
• IONIQ 6 77.4kWh Limited AWD ($124,990)

Coming soon: IONIQ 7 (2024), IONIQ T7 (2026), IONIQ T10 (2026).

Jaguar

The company is undergoing a massive overhaul as it prepares to drop all of its internal combustion models over the next three years. Early indications suggest that the brand will relaunch in 2025 as an electric-only ‘modern luxury’ brand. What exactly does modern luxury mean? Well… expensive as according to JLR CEO, its cars will be priced from NZ$150,000, right up to $230k plus. It will launch three models initially, two crossovers (of course) and a sporty two-door, all of which will be based on an entirely new platform code-named Panthera. The I-Pace has recently been dropped by Jaguar.

Coming soon: Electric GT (2024), Large Crossover (TBC).

Jeep

A PHEV Wrangler which has an emissions-free range of 34km is currently available in the US, but there’s no indication as to whether we’ll get it here. Jeep is on a mission to become the leading electrified SUV brand in the world, with the carmaker recently revealing three of the four models it aims to achieve such success with.

• Avenger Limited Launch Edition ($49,990)
• Avenger ($49,990)

Coming soon: Recon (2024), Wagoneer S (TBC), Wrangler EV (2028).

KGM

The first EV from Korean manufacturer KGM (formerly SsangYong) is due to arrive in the next couple of months. Based on the Korando SUV, the e-Motion features a 62kWh battery pack that feeds juice to its 140kW/360Nm electric motor, enabling an approximate WLTP range of 339km. There’s enough power to tow a 1500kg braked load while retaining the practicalities of an SUV.

• Korando e-Motion ($59,990)
• Torres EVX ($67,990)

Coming soon: The Korean manufacturer has plans for five EVs by 2025. The company has teased early sketches of an electric SUV codenamed J100 but is also planning a compact SUV. Now rebranded at KG Mobility the manufacturer displayed three concepts, the Seoul Motor Show, A Ute named the O100, an SUV dubbed F100, and the KR10.

KIA

The new Niro has just arrived, again with three types of electrified powertrains; hybrid, PHEV, and of course a fully electric variant.

• Niro EV Light 64kW ($68,990)
• Niro EV Water 64kW ($75,990)
• EV5 Light ($67,990)
• EV5 Light+ ($70,450)
• EV5 Earth ($75,450)
• EV5 Earth ($80,450)
• EV5 GT-L ($85,450)
• EV6 Air ($76,990)
• EV6 Air Long Range (79,990)
• EV9 Light ($105,990)
• EV9 Earth ($115,990)
• EV9 GT-Line ($134,990)

Coming soon: EV3 (2024), EV5 (2024), EV4 (2026).

Lexus

Like parent company Toyota, Lexus has a large range of hybrid vehicles, including the new plug-in NX 450h, but so far has only one full EV, the UX 300e, for sale here. An updated model with a greater range is expected to arrive mid-way through 2023.

• UX 300e Premium ($84,900)
• UX 300e Limited ($91,900)
• RZ 450e Core ($141,600)
• RZ 450e Dynamic ($151,600)

Coming soon: TZ (2026), Supercar (Late 2020s).

Lotus

Recently returning to the NZ market, Lotus is a brand serious about going electric starting with the Evija hypercar, Lotus plans to have a full range of electric vehicles like the upcoming Eletre SUV, the Type 133 aka the Emeya – a sporty four-door coupe aimed at the Porsche Taycan and Audi e-tron GT, Type 134 a smaller, more affordable SUV and finally the Type 135 an all-new electric Elise replacement.

• Eletre S ($265,000)
• Eletre R ($315,000)

Coming soon: Emeya (2024), Type 134 (TBC), Type 135 (TBC).

LDV

LDV has a few electric van-like offerings in their commercial range (eDeliver3, eDeliver9), but more recently they announced the arrival of the e-T60 – the country’s first fully electric ute. Boasting a 150kW/310Nm motor paired with an 88.55 kWh battery, the e-T60 is said to have a ‘WLTP city’ range of around 325kms. There’s DC and AC charging capability meaning a 5-80% charge can be completed in 45 minutes or five hours respectively. A $1000 deposit is required to secure one with deliveries expected in summer 2022.

• e-T60 ($59,990)
• Mifa 9 Elite ($89,990)
• Mifa 9 Premium (99,990)

Coming soon:

Mazda 

Mazda currently has no EV as it recently dropped the slightly eccentric but stylish MX-30 BEV.

Coming soon: Mazda is planning three new electric vehicles by 2025 although there’s no indication yet as to what form these will take. Hands up who’s keen on an electric MX-5?

Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes have announced they are officially “done with internal combustion engines”. and have one of the largest range of EV for sale in New Zealand.

• Mercedes-Benz EQA 250 ($92,461)
• Mercedes-Benz EQA 350 4Matic ($106,561)
• Mercedes-Benz EQA 250 SUV ($92,461)
• Mercedes-Benz EQB 250 ($110,561)
• Mercedes-Benz EQB 350 4Matic ($109,899)
• Mercedes-Benz EQC 400 4MATIC Sport ($154,400)
• Mercedes-Benz EQE 300 Sedan ($132,900)
• Mercedes-Benz EQE 350 4Matic Sedan ($145,700)
• Mercedes-AMG EQE 53 4Matic Sedan ($195,000)
• Mercedes-AMG EQE 53 4Matic Sedan ($196,000)
• Mercedes-Benz EQE 300 SUV ($139,900)
• Mercedes-Benz EQE 350 SUV ($149,900)
• Mercedes-Benz EQE 53 SUV ($199,900)
• Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 4Matic ($218,700)
• Mercedes-AMG EQS 53 4Matic+ ($310,900)
• Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 4Matic SUV ($296,500)
• Mercedes-Benz EQV ($167,695)

Coming soon: EQG (2024), AMG EV (2026).

MG Motors

MG offers some of the most affordable EVs on sale in NZ.

• MG4 Excite 51 ($46,990)
• MG4 Excite 64 ($51,990)
• MG4 Essence 64 ($54,990)
• MG4 Essence Long Range 77 ($63,990)
• MG4 XPower ($69,990)
• MG ZS EV Excite ($49,990)
• MG ZS Essence ($53,990)
• MG ZS EV Long Range ($59,990)

Coming soon: MG Cyberster (2024).
Overseas markets get a small station wagon (a rebadged Roewe) but this appears to be off the menu (officially) for us at the moment. The MG Marvel R is currently sold in mainland Europe, but a new version could be made for the RHD U.K. market.

Mini

The Mini Cooper SE is available in five trims, Classic ($61,340), Mini Yours ($68,580), Resolute ($68,930), SE The ($67,100), The Resolute ($67,600).

• Cooper electric classic ($60,990)
• Cooper Electric Flavoured ($66,990)
• Countryman E Classic ($74,990)
• Countryman E Flavoured ($78,990)
• Countryman SE ALL4 Classic ($80,990)
• Countryman SE ALL4 Flavoured ($84,990)
• Countryman SE ALL4 JCW Sport ($86,990)
• Cooper E Classic ($70,155)
• Cooper SE Mini Yours ($70,505)

Coming soon: An all-new Mini Cooper EV is expected in (2024) as well as a Countryman EV. Slotting somewhere in between those models will be another crossover based on the recently released Aceman (2024), and Countryman (2024). Mini announced an electric Mini convertible for Europe with only 999 being made.

Nissan 

One of the pioneers of the EV world, the original Nissan Leaf is proving to be the gateway BEV for those wishing to experience electrified transportation on the cheap. Nissan recently announced a partnership with Honda to produce EVs. Nissan revealed a potential GT-R successor, the Hyper force which uses solid-state batteries.

• Leaf 39kW ($63,990)
• Leaf 59kW ($72,990)
• Ariya 90kWh (TBC)

Coming soon: Ariya Nismo (2025). Leaf SUV (2024) Navara replacement (2026). Nissan reckons they will have 15 new models on sale by 2030.

Omoda

• Omoda 5 BX ($47,990)
• Omoda E5 EX ($54,990)

Coming soon:

Opel 

Opel has returned to New Zealand with a range of electrified options that have now gone on sale. Among the selection of fuel-efficient vehicles on offer, there are two full EVs; the Corsa-e and Mokka-e. Pricing has just been confirmed for the Corsa-E; there’s just one variant available with a claimed range of over 380km. We have reviews of both models.

• Corsa-e SRi ($59,990)
• Mokka-e LIVE Edition ($62,990)
• Mokka-e SRi ($69,990)

Coming soon: Mantra GSe (2025).

Peugeot

The sporty little Peugeot e-208 GT, and e-2008 GT compact SUV are priced at $59,990 and $65,990 respectively meaning discounts all round for the Peugeot EV range. Peugeot is planning to be fully electric by 2030 and is serious about becoming a leader in this space.

• e-208 GT ($67,990)
• e-2008 GT ($71,990)

Coming soon: e-308 (2024). e-3008 (2024), e-5008 (2025).

Polestar 

Polestar has proved to be a big hit here in NZ. Demand for their first offering, the Polestar 2, is high which means cars are in short supply. An updated 2 will arrive at the end of 2023.

• Polestar 2 Standard ($75,550)
• Polestar 2 Long Range ($86,900)
• Polestar 2 Long Range Dual ($104,900)
• Polestar 2 Long Range Performance ($114,900)
• Polestar 3 Long Range ($170,900)
• Polestar 3 Long Range Performance Pack ($169,900)
• Polestar 4 Long Range ($119,900)
• Polestar 4 Lond Range Dual ($129,990)

Coming soon: Polestar 5 (2024), Polestar 6 (2026).

Porsche 

The only EV available from Porsche at present is the sleek Taycan (available in sedan or wagon form). Expect a ‘more affordable’ model in the form of a BEV Macan due here next year. We’re a little sad that Porsche isn’t bringing any of the Taycan Sport Turismo models to NZ.

• Macan BEV ($159,900)
• Macan 4 BEV ($166,900
• Macan 4S BEV ($182,500)
• Macan Turbo BEV ($223,000)
• Taycan ($215,000)
• Taycan 4S ($245,100)
• Taycan Turbo ($347,700)
• Taycan Turbo S ($413,700)
• Taycan Turbo GT ($459,900)
• Taycan 4 Cross Turismo ($234,800)
• Taycan 4S Cross Turismo ($253,900)
• Taycan Turbo Cross Turismo ($350,000)

Coming soon: Macan electric (2024), Cayenne (2026). Taycan Turbo GT (2024)/ While there’s no date set as yet, it’s tipped that the next-gen Boxster and Cayman (2025) will be fully electric. Don’t expect the 911 to be going fully electric anytime soon. However, it is confirmed to be going hybrid. A flagship electric SUV is expected in (2026).

Skoda

Skoda offers a few PHEVs like the Superb iV and Octavia iV RS, but its electric Enyaq iV is slated to arrive here next year. Skoda is planning to have a further six EVs on sale by 2025 as well as four additional plug-in hybrids.

• Enyaq Sportline 80 ($67,990)
• Enyak Sportline Sportline Max ($79,990)
• Enyak Coupe Sportline Max ($89,990)

Coming soon: Epiq (2025) Six new electric models (2026).

Subaru

Subaru has the Solterra a mid-sized SUV co-developed with Toyota. The range will consist of two models, both AWD. Interested? Sign up for updates through the Subaru website.

• Solterra ($79,990)
• Solterra Touring ($84,990)

Coming soon:

Tesla

Without a doubt, the most recognisable and some would say desirable brand in the business. Tesla’s unique approach to building and selling cars has been a wake-up call for most established manufacturers. The Model X and S are no longer in production.

• Model 3 Standard Range ($63,900)
• Model 3 Long Range ($73,900)
• Model 3 Performance ($84,900)
• Model Y Standard ($65,900)
• Model Y Long Range ($75,900)
• Model Y Performance ($86,900)

Coming soon: Cybertruck (TBC), Roadster (yeah right), Entry-level model (TBC).

Toyota

Toyota has been at the forefront when it comes to hybrid vehicles but is seemingly a little slow in developing EVs. Their current range offers many hybrids but nothing fully electric. This is all set to change as Toyota is dropping US$17 billion on EV development with 30 vehicles planned for introduction over the next eight years. The EV range kicks off with the catchily named bZ4X SUV which was developed on the e-TNGA platform in conjunction with Subaru. Toyota has also registered nine other tongue-twisting nameplates, such as bZ1X, bZ2, bZ2X, bZ3, etc etc…

• bZ4X Pure ($72,990)
• bZ4X Motion ($82,990)

Coming soon: bZ1X (TBC), bZ2 (TBC), bZ2X (TBC), bZ3 (TBC), EV Hilux (TBC)

Volvo

The C40 and XC40 recharge (now renamed the EX40) kick off Volvo’s electric vehicle range locally. The company plans to go all-electric by 2030. Volvo will release at least one electric vehicle every year with the aim of having EVs making up 50 per cent of its sales by 2025.

• EX30 Plus ($74,990)
• EX30 Ultra ($78,990)
• EX30 Ultra ($84,990)
• EX40 Recharge Plus ($89,990)
• EX40 Recharge P8 ($104,990)
• C40 Recharge P6 ($92,990)
• C40 Recharge P8 ($107,990)

Coming soon: EX90 (2024), small crossover (TBC), Sedan (TBC), XC60 Recharge (TBC), and two sporty wagon-esque models (TBC).

Volkswagen

While VW has been a little slow off of the mark with delivering their ID range to NZ, that hasn’t stopped private importers from selling both the ID.4 and the ID.3 here in small numbers. However, 2023 is shaping up to be a big year for Volkswagen locally after they announced the ID.4, ID.5, ID. Buzz, and Cargo will go on sale in just a few months’ time.
No, we haven’t forgotten the e-Golf but it seems Volkswagen has, that model was quietly discharged some time ago. The ID.6 which is sold in China is unlikely to be sold in other markets. There are also rumours of an ID.1 supermini and ID.2 baby SUV that could appear around 2025. Volkswagen has recently announced the local spec and pricing for the ID.4 and ID.5. The four model range is set to go on sale in mid-2023.

• ID.4 Pro ($79,990)
• ID.4 Pro+ ($90,990)
• ID.5 Pro ($86,490)
• ID.5 Pro+ ($95,490)

Coming soon: ID. Buzz (TBC), ID. Cargo (TBC), ID.4 GTX (TBC), ID.5 GTX (TBC), ID.Aero (2024), ID.7 (2024), ID.7 GTX (TBC), Golf GTI (TBC).

Who’s missing?

Aston Martin

2030 will be the last year of production for Aston Martin’s internal combustion engines. The brand is planning on launching its first electric model by 2025. No confirmation of what it will be, possibly an electric DBX. It will offer electrification throughout its range by 2024 and has partnered with Lucid as it prepares to launch its first EV.

Bentley

Bentley currently has the Flying Spur PHEV but is planning on introducing a fully electric vehicle in 2025. No details on what body style this will take on, but it could take inspiration from the 2019 EXP 100 GT concept.

Chevrolet

It’s unlikely we will see the Chevrolet Bolt EV on NZ shores, but the upcoming Silverado EV and Blazer EV could be a starter.

Ferrari

Currently, Ferrari has the V6 296 GTB and SF90 Stradale hybrids. The upcoming Purosangue is confirmed to get a NA V12 but could likely also be available as a PHEV. Ferrari has announced that it will build its first fully electric model by 2025 while going on to claim that 40 percent of its future product will be pure EVs, with 80 percent of its line-up featuring electrification by 2030.

Honda

We’ve tested an imported Honda e and loved it but it’s unlikely it will go on sale here officially. The only electrified offering from Honda NZ is the Jazz e:HEV a ‘self-charging’ hybrid. However, Honda has plans to launch 30 EVs by 2030 starting with the fully electric Prologue SUV due in 2024. Recently Honda unveiled the e:NP2, e:NS2, and e:N SUV concepts at the Shanghai Auto Show. Honda has recently joined forces with Nissan in a partnership to build EVs. Honda Saloon concept (2026), Space-Hub concept (TBC).

INEOS

Fusilier (TBC).

Isuzu

D-Max (2024).

Lamborghini

Expected in 2028 the Lanzador will be the brand’s first EV. Lamborghini is planning on a four-model lineup with two sports cars (Aventador and Huracán replacements) and two more ‘usable daily vehicles’. It’s likely that the second-gen Urus will offer a hybrid rumoured to use the Porsche LK5 engine or a fully electric option engine while the fourth new model will be fully electric. The recently revealed replacement to the Aventador the Lamborghini Revuelto gets a hybrid 6.5L Hybrid V12. Lamborghini plans on continuing to sell ICE vehicles that can be powered by synthetic fuels which they say can be produced in a carbon-neutral way.

Land Rover

Range Rover Electric (2024). EV Defender (TBC).
The Latest Range Rover is offered in a few hybrid trims powered by the firm’s 3.0L IL6 hybrid motor. The Range Rover Velar also uses a hybrid powertrain. Land Rover has plans to introduce six battery-electric models by 2026 but will retain some ICE models in its lineup before going fully electric in 2036.

McLaren

Kicking off with the hybrid Artura, McLaren will be developing more hybrid sports cars and possibly even an SUV featuring electrification.

Maserati

Maserati is aiming to have electric versions of all its models by 2025 and is expected to shift to selling purely EVs by 2030. The next-generation GranTurismo Folgore gets a 560kW triple motor and the next-gen Levante will get electrified too. The mid-sized electric SUV Grecale Folgore is due in 2024. Maserati currently offers both the Ghibli and Levante in a hybrid configuration. MC20 Folgore (2024).

Mitsubishi

The Nissan-Renault-Mitsubishi alliance plans to debut 35 EVs by 2030, so expect a big refresh for the aging Mitsubishi model lineup. At present, Mitsubishi offers only the Eclipse Cross PHEV and Outlander PHEV.

Ram

Ram has shown its RAM 1500 EV in the US but there is no word yet on whether it will make its way Down Under. Ram is also planning a smaller electric ute to rival the Ford Ranger. Ram also recently revealed the Ram 1500 REV.

Renault

Renault 4 (2024), Renault 5 (2024), Scenic E-Tech (2024), Twingo (2026), Megane E-Tech (TBC)
Renault pulled the electric Zoe from sale locally owing to dubious ANCAP crash-test scores. (No great loss we say, it was way too expensive) leaving only the Kangoo EV Van. In Europe, Renault is a sales leader in the EV segment with vehicles like the Twingo Z.E, Mégane E-Tech Electric, and Renault Twizy. The oh-so-tasty Renault R5 E concept car is due to reach the market in 2025. Colour us excited.

Rolls Royce

More than 120 years after Rolls-Royce co-founder Charles Rolls envisioned his cars being powered by electricity, the luxury carmaker has unveiled the Spectre as its first-ever fully electric model. The purpose of a Rolls-Royce isn’t to go fast but to travel from A to B in a smooth, refined, and quiet manner which is why going electric is a significant step forward for the brand. Orders are available now with customer deliveries set for late 2023. We have yet to hear if New Zealand will receive the model. Price? If you have to ask…

Suzuki

With their fuel-efficient range, there hasn’t been much pressure for Suzuki to develop electric vehicles. However, Suzuki has confirmed that they will release their first EV, a production version of their eVX concept car by 2025. This model will likely be developed in conjunction with Toyota.

Also, check out our list of EVs we don’t get in New Zealand, some of these are only available in RHD.