EV Reviews

The Zeekr 7X is the mid-size Tesla Model Y rival the Chinese brand has been waiting for. In fact, this model alone has already tripled the brand's sales, and it hasn't even arrived yet. The question is, does it live up to the hype?

Chery's latest offering ticks a lot of boxes, but here's why it might not be the brand's strongest offering.

Skoda's first EV might be five years old in Europe, but this year's facelift means the Enyaq is now a fierce alternative to the BYD Sealion 7, Kia EV5 and even Tesla Model Y. Related to the VW ID.4 and Audi Q4 e-tron, the electric Skoda's affordable pricing and smart specification hark back to earlier brand values, making the Enyaq one of the most compelling and enjoyable family EV SUVs, period.

The Deepal E07 Performance AWD is priced from $73,900.The major difference from the RWD version is the addition of the second electric motor delivering all-wheel drive grip.Power jumps to 440kW and 645Nm. This drops the 0-100km/h time to about four seconds.It uses the same circa-90kWh Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) battery as the RWD, but range drops to 510km.It has a max DC charge rate of 240kW, which Deepal said can replenish the battery from 30 to 80 per cent in 15 minutes. AC charging maxes out at 7.0kW.It matches the RWD with a long list of standard equipment.This includes a 15.4-inch multimedia screen that is compatible with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and there is a wireless device charger and USB-A and -C ports front and back.A monster head-up display — which projects information on the windscreen in front of the driver — replaces the driver display, with no instruments in front of the driver.This is joined by power-adjustable front seats that are wrapped in supple Nappa leather. The front seats are heated, ventilated and have a massage function.There is self-levelling air suspension and big 21-inch alloy wheels.Deepal has ticked all the driver aid boxes with autonomous emergency braking with cyclist and pedestrian detection, lane departure warning and lane-keep assist, rear cross traffic alert with auto braking function, blind-spot detection, speed sign recognition and over speed alert, door open warning, rear passenger alert, safe distance alert and adaptive cruise control.

The Deepal E07 RWD is the cheapest ticket into the range, with prices starting at $64,900, plus on-road costs.Power comes from a single rear-mounted electric motor that makes 242kW and 365Nm. It can hit 100km/h from a standstill in 6.7 seconds.At its core is a big circa-90kWh Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) battery that delivers a driving range of 550km.It has a max DC charge rate of 240kW, which Deepal said can replenish the battery from 30 to 80 per cent in 15 minutes. AC charging maxes out at 7.0kW.Deepal has emptied the parts bin into the E07 RWD, with an extensive list of standard equipment.Inside there is a 15.4-inch multimedia screen that is compatible with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and there is a wireless device charger and USB-A and -C ports front and back.A monster head-up display — which projects information on the windscreen in front of the driver — replaces the driver display, with no instruments in front of the driver.This is joined by power-adjustable front seats wrapped in supple Nappa leather. The front seats are heated, ventilated and have a massage function.There is self-levelling air suspension and big 21-inch alloy wheels.Cargo space is decent with 524L, or 1654L with the rear seats folded.The rear tray has a payload of 300kg.

The updated Lexus UX300h Luxury brings subtle design and tech upgrades to a compact hybrid SUV but does it offer enough style, comfort, and efficiency to stand out in the crowded premium segment?

The updated Genesis GV70 Electrified Signature Performance packs luxury, tech, and electric performance into a stylish SUV but is it the smart EV choice for your daily drive?

Is this the Frankenstein EV nobody asked for? The new Deepal E07 large SUV is the emerging Chinese car brand's second model in Australia and it's a segment-bender with its ute-inspired rear end. Depending on your perspective, it could be a little too much or just right.

It's been five years since the Nissan Ariya was first revealed and it's only just arriving in Australia now. With heavy-hitting competition to go up against, is it too little too late for this Japanese electric mid-size SUV?

Effectively an electric counterpart to the Karoq, the Skoda Elroq is the Czech manufacturer’s second EV SUV to arrive in Australia, following the larger Enyaq.