When browsing the market for an electric vehicle, one of the key factors to consider is its range. That is, how far is it able to travel on one single battery charge, from full to flat.
On average, EVs have a range of between 300km – 600km before needing a recharge. Because EV technology is ever-evolving, there are now cars capable of travelling impressive distances.
From the powerful Polestar 2 to the award-winning Hyundai Ioniq 6, here are the electric cars with the longest range on the market in Australia.
Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor
Range: 654km
Volvo’s first mainstream electric car, the Polestar 2, is a smart and stylish family car that really goes the distance. With a towing capacity of 1,500kg and an epic range of 654km, the Long Range Single Motor variant of this high-tech sedan is perfect for those weekend road trips and coastal escapes.
Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 4Matic
Range: 631km
Capable of driving 631km in just one charge, the luxurious EQS 450 4Matic packs in a punch thanks to its mighty 108.4kWh battery pack, delivering 355hp. A smart SUV, the German marque’s flagship EQS 450 4Matic has tonnes of storage space and capacity for seven people.
Tesla Model 3 Long Range
Range: 629km
In its Long Range variant, Tesla’s Model 3 has an impressive range of 629km and is Australia’s third best-selling EV in 2023 behind the BYD Atto and Tesla Model Y. Just 15 minutes at one of Tesla’s public Superchargers will add up to 282km on this smart 4-door sedan.
BMW i7 xDrive60 M Sport
Range: 625km
The all-electric version of BMW’s super-luxe 7 Series, the i7 is a swish limousine with next-level high-performance specs. Able to travel 625km on one charge, the BMW i7 has a lounge-style interior complete with a 31.3” theatre screen in the rear passenger compartment.
BMW iX xDrive50 Sport
Range: 620km
The BMW iX xDrive50 Sport is the brand’s signature SUV. Its efficient BMW eDrive technology and a fully electric all-wheel drive enable the BMW iX to achieve an incredible range of 620km.
Hyundai Ioniq 6 Dynamiq RWD
Range: 614km
Hyundai’s answer to the Tesla Model 3, the Hyundai Ioniq 6 won ‘World Car of the Year’ at the 2023 World Car Awards. The Dynamiq variant can achieve a sizeable range of 614km thanks to a rear-wheel-drive powertrain.
Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor
Range: 610km
The first SUV from the Volvo spin-off, the Polestar 3, cruises across 610km when paired with the Long Range Dual Motor powertrain. Its all-wheel drive gives it plenty of oomph, as does its chunky 111kWh lithium-ion battery with a maximum total power and torque of 360kW / 840Nm.
Summary
- The average EV range in Australia is between 300km – 600km.
- The Polestar 2 Long Range variant has the longest range, followed by the Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 4Matic and Tesla Model 3.
- The BMW i7 xDrive60 M Sport, BMW iX xDrive50 Sport, Hyundai Ioniq 6 Dynamiq RWD and Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor are some of the electric vehicles with the longest ranges available in Australia in 2023.
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Sources
https://www.whichcar.com.au/advice/electric-cars-with-the-longest-driving-ranges