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Electric vehicles are hot. Last month, almost one in four registrations were EVs. That’s more than three times the rate from the previous October. Whether it is because of soaring fuel prices, more government incentives, greater choice or better charging infrastructure, Australia currently sits in seventh place for EV sales, up from 19 last year. But not everybody wants a BYD Atto 1 Essential, even at $19,990 drive-away. And not everybody can afford (or wants) a Tesla Model Y (from $59,000), Zeekr 7X (from $58,000), BYD Sealion 7 (from $55,000) or Geely EX5 (from $42,000). Luckily, the early adopters from the first half of this decade that took the plunge when sales of EVs were just a trickle have moved to newer pastures, presumably with bigger batteries and better range. Here are our top six cheap used EV buys under $25,000. Note that while all can be had with fewer than 80,000km, none come with a spare wheel. Boo! Don’t laugh. The MX-30 makes a great used-car buy, especially if you’re seeking something different, refined and luxurious. Revealed in 2019, the MX-30 was essentially a coupe version of the far-more successful CX-30 small SUV. The thinking behind the E35 EV version was sound: a small, “right-sized” battery that traded long-distance range for faster charging, lighter weight for optimised efficiency and better driveability. With just 200km of WLTP range as a result, buyers stayed away. Barely more than 100 units were said to be sold in Australia. Low-range aside, the Mazda stands out with off-beat styling, featuring clap-hand doors, RX-8 sports car style. With a motor up front driving the front wheels, the MX-30 EV’s performance is modest but ultra-smooth, the steering’s sweet and the ride is supple. And there’s even decent practicality in the beautifully crafted interior, once you get past the fiddly rear-hinged back doors and hemmed-in (though sufficiently spacious) back seat. The boot is reasonably roomy, too. All local MX-30 E35 models are in Astina specification, meaning high equipment levels, including Bose audio, sat-nav, a leatherette/suede-like upholstery with beautiful textile trim, a head-up display, sunroof and a full suite of driver-assist safety for a five-star crash-test rating. Most people bought the far-cheaper G20e instead, with fewer frills and a conventional 2.0-litre four-cylinder mild-hybrid petrol engine version. Today, with a $25,000 budget able to secure a clean, fairly low-kilometre example of Mazda’s first global EV, the smart money’s on the MX-30 E35. A quality, quirky curio whose time has finally come. Still arguably one of China’s most accomplished cars, the MG4 was designed and engineered in the UK for European tastes, and it shows. Leagues ahead of the brand’s awful original ZS EV SUV, this small five-door hatch isn’t just about sleek good looks. Underneath is a sophisticated, dedicated EV architecture, with the electric motor over the back axle, driving the rear wheels. At our price point, battery sizes will be either the base 51kWh (350km WLTP) or mid-spec 64kWh (452km WLTP). Clever aerodynamics really help with efficiency here. In keeping with the MG’s sporty past, acceleration is punchy, the steering sharp, the handling direct and the ride firm but forgiving. This is a spirited car to chuck around. The big interior is pared back but functional, though the climate control’s lack of physical buttons is frustrating, while the back seat is fairly basic. Yet, falling within our budget, the MG4 is a smart, fun drive that has yet to be matched by newer Chinese alternatives. Great value from about $22,000. Sadly not the ground-breaking Ioniq 5, but the earlier, five-door hatchback series that looked like a 2010s Toyota Prius. Available in a hybrid, plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) and Electric guises, the original Ioniq was a taster of the formidable global presence that the Hyundai Motor Group would become heading into this decade. Though the Series 1 Electric was only launched in Australia in late 2018 (two years after the rest of the world), we’re only interested in the Series II facelift from late 2019, since it gained substantial improvements, including a water-cooled battery pack than the earlier air-cooled item, promising dramatically better longevity. Range from a larger battery (up from 28kWh to 38.3kWh) jumped up from 204km to 311km WLTP, aided by single-pedal regenerative braking driving, whilst performance aspects were also updated, along with a now far-more modern interior. Unexciting to look at and smooth but dull to drive, the AE2 Ioniq Electric nonetheless makes for an accessible, versatile, dependable and low-cost EV runabout. Prices start from about $20,000. Much the same applies to the related first-gen Kona Electric small SUV of the same era. However, the small SUV brought a larger, 64kWh extended range battery option, which pushed the WLTP figure out to a 449km in the first versions and a handy 484km in the facelifted Series II models from mid-2021. That typically adds about 20 per cent to the price, just making our budget cap. Cheaper as a used car nowadays than the older BMW i3 that donated some of its progressive EV technology, the Cooper SE is a cracker of a runabout. A gutsy (135kW) electric motor delivers plenty of power to the front wheels, while the terrific little chassis (derived from the petrol previous-gen Mini) is tuned for zippy agility and fun. Underneath is a compact 32.6kWh battery, providing a sufficient 233km of WLTP range. As with all BMW-era Mini three-door hatchbacks, the Cooper SE’s snug four-person interior is a mish-mash of ‘60s-era retro pastiche and high-tech luxury, with bucket seats up front, a tight second row and tiny boot area. This is about as enjoyable as EVs get at our price point, starting from about $23,000 nowadays. Building on from the historic ZE0 original that became history’s first modern production EV (as well as its best-ever seller until the Tesla Model 3 usurped it by the end of last decade), the second-gen Leaf drives better than its homely styling suggests. Nissan’s experience and smarts translates to an easy, friendly and likeable EV. WLTP range is reasonable at 270km, but the sportier and better equipped Leaf e+ ratchets that up to 385km. It’s a shame that the battery remained air-cooled, meaning it may suffer from premature degradation in hot climates. Yet, from comfortably under $20,000 for a low-kilometre example, the Japanese EV deserves a look-in if it’s a cheap EV you seek.

Hyundai has increased the pricing of many of its combustion-powered models in Australia as CO2 emissions regulations continue to crunch. Pricing for the pure combustion-powered Hyundai i30, Sonata, Venue, Kona, Tucson and Santa Fe vehicles increased by up to $500 as of October 1, 2026. “The price increases are due to global economic factors, manufacturing, logistics and local policy,” said a Hyundai Australia spokesperson. Many of the affected Hyundai models also feature electrified powertrains and with the price rise for the petrol versions, this narrows the price difference. Not every pure combustion-powered Hyundai model received a price rise. All versions of the Staria, Staria Load, as well as the new Palisade XRT Pro aren’t affected. Pricing for the affected Hyundai vehicles is now as follows: Going back to Hyundai Australia’s statement, there’s a clear link to what “local policy” is causing the price rise of the pure combustion-powered models. The Australian Government’s New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES) has been in effect now for almost two years and the CO2 emissions targets are continuing to clamp down each year. In 2025 Hyundai Motor Company Australia (inclusive of Hyundai and Genesis) generated a fine amount of $4.2 million for going above its fleet CO2 emissions target. It was the fourth worst-performing brand, behind Mazda, Nissan and Subaru. With tougher CO2 emissions targets this year and even harder ones coming into effect in 2027, Hyundai may be at risk of accruing more fines, unless it can import more zero- to low-emissions vehicles (ZLEVs) or purchase credits from other carmakers.

Aussie car buyers can’t get enough of the Tesla Model Y right now. Tesla’s mid-size SUV topped the sales charts for August 2026, fending off three Toyota models in the latest set of data.  Total car sales held relatively steady in August, with plenty of the usual players occupying the top spots.  Electric cars are also making an impact Down Under. Four electric-only models made featured in the top 10 last month. The Tesla Model Y surged to the top of the monthly standings once again, with 6414 sales as its new three-row Model Y L experienced sustained popularity. Combining sales of its Model 3 sedan, Tesla was the third best-selling brand in the country.  Toyota’s near 20,000 sales was the best out of any brand, and saw it occupy second, third and fourth on the standings.  Its new RAV4 continues to impress (5470), followed by the Hilux ute (4833) that now holds a healthy lead over its arch rival the Ford Ranger (2440).  Sales numbers start to drop off after the HiLux, with the Prado’s 2475 rounding out the top four.  The Ford Ranger ute experienced another decline in August 2026, falling to fifth position on the standings (2440). The Ranger has been the best-selling car in Australia for the last three consecutive years, but sales decreased in August 2026 by more than 50 per cent compared to August 2025.   The next five cars were from Chinese brands as they increased their grasp over the Australian market.  The BYD Sealion 7 mid-size SUV finished in sixth place (2213), followed by the Chery Tiggo 4 small SUV (2012), with the Geely EX5 registering 1947 examples last month.  BYD may only have had one car in the top 10, but it was the second best-selling brand in Australia in August 2026. Key Tiggo 4 rival, the GWM Haval Jolion, sold 1891 units, while the Zeekr’s 7X sold 1748 units last month.  The Isuzu D-Max took out ninth spot for the month (1708), with the Hyundai Kona finishing off the top 10 with 1688 sales. 

Electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming increasingly popular and mainstream in Australia, however many lack a feature that limits their long-distance driving capabilities. And that's a spare wheel. For decades it has been a common-fit item that is extremely handy if you get a puncture out on the open road. What is becoming more popular now, especially in electrified vehicles, is to replace the spare wheel with an inflator kit as this space is usually being taken up by the high-voltage battery. The inflator kits typically include a 12V-powered air compressor and a 'can of goo' which plugs up minor air leaks in the deflating tyre. However, these inflator kits won’t help in every event of a puncture, especially if it’s a more significant one that compromises the tyre sidewall, for example. In these circumstances you’re typically left needing to call a tow truck, which is incredibly painful if you’re away from a town with a tyre repair shop. There aren’t many out there, but here is a rundown of all the new EVs currently available in Australia that have some form of physical spare wheel.   The 2027 Chery E5 is the only new EV passenger car in Australia to feature a full-size spare wheel. There is now only one trim level of the E5 (formerly known as the Omoda E5) offered in Australia. It’s priced from $37,990, drive-away. The 2027 GWM Ora 5 has just launched in Australia and it features a space-saver spare wheel across the line-up. At launch two trim levels are on offer, Lux and Ultra, with pricing starting at $33,990, drive-away. The 2027 Hyundai Kona Electric has a space-saver spare wheel available across the line-up. The Kona Electric is offered in five trim levels now and pricing starts at $46,000, before on-road costs. The 2027 Toyota HiLux BEV is the only electric ute currently available in Australia with a spare wheel of any kind. It’s a full-size unit in this case. There are currently three versions of the HiLux BEV offered in Australia, the SR dual-cab chassis, SR dual-cab pick-up and SR5 dual-cab pick-up. Pricing starts at $74,990, before on-road costs. A number of electric commercial vans feature full-size spare wheels as standard. It’s more common for these types of vehicles to feature spare wheels, though they’re not standard in every electric van. A number of companies offer aftermarket spare wheel solutions for many popular EVs, like the Tesla Model Y and Model 3, among others. These kits typically include a space-saver spare wheel, a jack and related tools to get the wheel on and off. As there’s no dedicated spot in the car for this to be stored, this type of kit typically has to go in the boot which sacrifices space for other items.

Hyundai has sharpened the price of some of its sought-after electric cars, with both the Kona EV small SUV and Ioniq 5 mid-size SUV having their entry-point slashed by up to $8,000. The new Kona Electric Standard Range variant now kicks off the range, starting from $46,000, which notably undercuts the entry-point to the EV3 (from $47,600) from its sister brand, Kia. It is also more keenly priced than the entry-level Suzuki eVitara ($49,990) and Zeekr X RWD ($48,900). This still places the Hyundai Kona above popular entry-point rivals from China, which include the BYD Atto 3 ($39,990), Leapmotor B10 ($37,888) and Jaecoo J5 EV ($35,990), the latter was the second most popular EV in the country in May. The price cuts to the entry-level Kona Standard Range also come with a reduction in standard equipment, with the entry-level variant now not including a heat pump for more efficient climate management, electrochromatic rear-vision mirror, V2L port in the cabin, or a standard wall plug charging cable. Hyundai has also expanded the Kona Electric range, adding a new mid-grade Elite variant to the line-up. Priced at $53,000, it sits between the Extended Range ($50,000) and Premium ($60,000) grades.  The Elite grade maintains the same 150kW electric motor and 64.8kWh battery as the Extended Range variant, but adds synthetic leather interior trim, 19-inch alloy wheels, powered driver and passenger seat adjustment, privacy glass, heated front seats, and an electrochromatic rear vision mirror. Specifications for the rest of the Kona Electric range remain the same. See the full pricing scheme in the table below. Hyundai has also modified its Ioniq 5 pricing structure, with the new entry-point to the range being the RWD version at $68,200, also an $8000 price cut on the outgoing version. It also comes with reduced equipment levels, with the brand removing the standard wall socket charging cable and interior vehicle-to-load port. The price cut places the Ioniq 5 in closer proximity to the mid-grade version of the ever-popular Tesla Model Y (Long Range AWD - $68,900), high-grade versions of the Toyota bZ4X Touring and its Subaru Trailseeker twin (both $69,990), as well as high-trim Volkswagen ID.4 GTX AWD ($69,990) or the Skoda Enyaq Sportline 85 ($68,990). It handily undercuts its sister car, the Kia EV6, which in base Air RWD form is still $72,660. The other three variants of the Ioniq 5 range have had their pricing revised with the same equipment levels as before, with the wall plug charger curiously removed from the flagship Ioniq 5 N, which has not had its price altered as part of this swathe of updates. See range pricing in the table below It was quick to the electric space, but sales of Hyundai’s range of EVs has been sluggish as the competition picks up. Both aggressively-priced new brands from China and new offerings from legacy players are squeezing the Korean brand, with Ioniq 5 sales sliding 38.5 per cent year-on-year, racking up just 224 registrations. The brand’s new Elexio mid-size SUV, which shares its platform with the popular Kia EV5 and is also built in China, has already racked up more than double the Ioniq 5’s registrations this year, with 549 units on the board.

One of Australia's most popular small SUVs is about to get some massive changes. It was previously understood the Hyundai Kona was due for a minor facelift, but it now looks like it will get a comprehensive set of changes, equating to a whole new generation.  There is no official news yet on when this next-gen Kona will come to Australia, but it is rumoured to arrive next year, with testing appearing to be at an advanced stage. According to Korean Car Blog, the new Kona will be dramatically redesigned compared with the outgoing car. It shows off boxy proportions and sharp bodywork creases, similar to the Crater concept revealed by Hyundai late last year.  This gives it a more imposing stance compared to the current Kona. There is also a new front light and grille design to further distinguish the new Kona.  It is expected hybrid variants of the Kona will receive the same setup found in the recently unveiled Kia Seltos SUV.  The new Seltos is available with a 1.6-litre turbo-petrol engine and electric motor setup, ditching the petrol variants for its new generation in Australia.  This could foreshadow a similar move for the next-gen Kona. The current version is available in Australia with petrol, hybrid and fully electric options.  The car will target tech-savvy buyers with a new software system and a combined 12.3-inch digital driver display and 12.3-inch central touchscreen. The Hyundai Kona currently sits in the top 10 best-selling cars in Australia, with petrol and hybrid models proving especially popular.

It is that time of the year again when car brands target a last flurry of sales before the end of the financial year.  These deals often tell a story of what stock brands need to move, and in a time when electric vehicle sales are more important than ever there are some strong deals on show.  Here is a look at some of the best ones going around in 2026. Kia is offering discounts across many of its models, with the most noticeable one being for its struggling Tasman ute.  The range-topping X-Pro Tasman now starts from $64,990 (drive-away), equating to a more than $10,000 discount on before on-road costs pricing. The deal is available until the 30 June 2026.  Kia’s strong-selling EV3 and EV5 have also picked up sizeable drive-away discounts ending 30 June 2026.  The EV3 is available from $46,990 (drive-away), which equates to free on-road costs, as well as a further small discount. The EV5 has received an even more substantial discount, starting from $49,990 (drive-away), with it previously available from $56,770, before on-road costs.  Hyundai has also put out some standout deals, especially on its electric range. But you'll need to move fast, with the offer ending on May 31, 2026. The brand’s Kona Electric range all have substantial discounts, with a starting price of $45,990 (drive-away). The recently-launched Elexio SUV is available from $57,990 (drive-away), with it previously on sale from $58,990, before on-road costs.  The Ioniq 5 is another of Hyundai’s models being offered with a noticeable discount, starting from $71,990 (drive-away) until 31 May 2026.  MG is currently offering discounts across its range to conclude the financial year, with all deals running until 30 June, 2026.  One of the biggest deals offered by the brand is a $6000 cashback offer on plug-in hybrid variants of its mid-size HS SUV. Petrol and plug-less hybrids examples are available with a $3000 cashback offer, which is also available on the QS large SUV and the U9 ute.  Additionally, these $3000 cashback deals include five years of free servicing on the vehicles.  There are also minor conditional discounts on the ZS small SUV and MG3 hatch currently.  BYD is offering $3000 cashback on several of its models in Australia for vehicles delivered by 30 June 2026.  The Premium variant of the popular Shark 6 plug-in hybrid ute gets the deal, and is now available from $54,900 (before on-road costs).  Both variants of the Sealion 5 PHEV mid-size SUV, are also eligible, meaning it starts from $30,990 (before on-road costs).  The Sealion 6 and Sealion 8 PHEV SUVs are available with the $3000 cashback offer.  Chery is another brand to get in on the end of financial year deals.  Its Tiggo 7 plug-in hybrid large SUV has discounts of $5000, now starting from $34,990 (drive-away).  The hugely popular Tiggo 4 small hybrid SUV and Tiggo 8 plug-in hybrid large SUV are being offered with a $2000 factory bonus discount.  Offers run until 30 June 2026. Ford has substantially reduced the price of its plug-in hybrid Ranger lineup, with it now starting from $62,000 (drive-away) down from $71,990 (before on-road costs) until 30 June 2026.  This price cut brings it closer to the price of the rival BYD Shark 6, which retails from $57,900 (before on-road costs). Some variants of the diesel Ranger are also being offered with sharp drive-away deals.  Toyota’s full-size Tundra hybrid ute has received a more than $10,000 discount for models from 2025 as part of a deal to remove on-road costs and add a cashback offer.  This means the ute is now available from $145,990 (drive-away). The offer lasts until June 30 2026. 

There is good news for car buyers as brands slash the price of EVs to boost demand as competition increases. Hyundai is the latest brand to offer some very generous discounts across its range of quality electric vehicles. The Korean maker has cut prices and deleted on-road costs, with some models now more than $13,000 cheaper. Leading the discounts is the electric version of the popular Kona compact SUV. The Kona EV Standard Range is now $45,990 drive-away, which is about $13,000 cheaper depending on what state you are in. This version uses a circa-48kWh battery to deliver a driving range of up to 370km. The Extended Range version is now $50,990, or about $12,400 cheaper, and lifts the driving range to more than 500km. Better-equipped Premium Extended Range versions and sporty looking N-Line examples are between $11,600 and $12,900 more affordable. Hyundai has also sliced thousands off the recently launched Elexio mid-size SUV. The China-sourced EV, which is related to the strong-selling Kia EV5, is down to $57,990 for the base version and $59,990 for the Elite version that comes with more stuff as standard. The Elexio packs an roughly 88kWh battery that delivers a driving range of up to 562km. Both grades use a single motor to make 160kW/310Nm sent to the front wheels.  Hyundai is also getting generous with its pint-sized Inster. The Standard Range version is now about $4300 cheaper at $38,990. The base Inster is well suited to city motoring, and an ideal second car. It is one of the shortest cars on the market and has seating for four. A little 42kWh battery enables a driving range of up 327km. It is extremely light for an EV and its 71kW and 147Nm electric motor makes it feel peppy. The critically acclaimed Ioniq 5 medium SUV has also been given a big price cut. A base Ioniq 5 RWD is now about $10,500 cheaper at $71,990, and the Elite grade now starts at $78,990, which represents a saving of almost $9000. Fully loaded Ioniq 5 N-Line Premium AWD is now $87,990, or almost $11,000 cheaper. The Ioniq 5 was crowned CarsGuide’s 2026 Best SUV Under $130K, with single-motor 168kW/350Nm and dual-motor 239kW/605Nm versions impressing. Driving range varies from 495km for the heavier dual-motor version to 570km in the base RWD example. The catch? You need to be quick as customers must take delivery by the end of the month. Hyundai electric car deals  

For those of you who are looking to buy a new car but aren’t looking at an EV yet, we’ve put together a list of our top-five popular cars that run on the cheapest kind of petrol. Yep, there’s a lot of pressure right now to buy an electric car and avoid high petrol prices. But if you’re not ready for an EV and want to stick to petrol, there’s a way to still save money: buying a car which doesn’t need more expensive premium fuel. Premium fuel such as 95 RON or 98 RON is always more expensive than 91 RON, but with petrol prices so high right now any saving is good. At the time of writing, 91 RON was averaging 200c/litre, while 98 RON was 223c/litre. Filling up a 60L tank with 91 RON is currently $120 while 98 RON will set you back $133.80.  So currently there’s about a $14 difference between 91 RON and 98 RON for an average-sized fuel tank.  If you’re filling up once a week, that’s about $730 a year. For all we know, prices could go up more and depending on the situation and where our fuel is sourced from, so the gap between higher- and lower-grade fuels could expand. Yes, there’s 95 RON, but that is still more expensive than 91 RON. So, we’ve handpicked five of Australia's best-selling cars that don’t need premium unleaded and instead can run on a minimum of 91 RON.  Hyundai’s Kona is a small SUV that comes in three variants – a pure petrol, a series-parallel hybrid and a fully electric.  You’ll be happy to know both the pure petrol and hybrid petrol cars only need 91 RON. Fuel efficiency in the hybrid is excellent at 3.9L/100km over a combination of different driving conditions. The hybrid is offered across the entire range, which is great to see. The entry price into the Kona range is $33,700 plus on-road costs. GWM’s Haval Jolion is another small SUV, which is a little larger than the Hyundai Kona, but it also comes in pure petrol and series-parallel hybrid, both of which needing just 91 RON. The hybrid's combined fuel consumption is 5.1L/100km. It’s fantastic to see that the hybrid is offered right across the Jolion range. The entry grade in the Jolion range costs $26,990 drive-away. One of the original mid-size SUVs, the Nissan X-Trail in this latest generation is a superb family car that is offered in petrol and series hybrid variants. Now the pure petrol versions need only 91 RON. Nissan says the hybrids need a minimum of 91 RON, but 95 RON is recommended. Of course, you should follow the manufacturers advice here to ensure your X-Trail lives a long and happy life, but it’s good to know that 91 RON will do if you’re in a pickle. The other good news is that you really don’t need to step up to the more expensive hybrid to save fuel. The hybrid is fuel efficient at 6.0L/100km, but the regular petrol will use 6.1-6.5L/100km depending on the grade.   The entry grade of the Nissan X-Trail range lists for $38,140 plus on-road costs. The Mitsubishi Outlander is another mid-size SUV icon and comes in two variants – a pure petrol and a plug-in series-parallel hybrid (PHEV). Nissan says both the pure petrol version and PHEV need only 91 RON, which is a nice surprise. Fuel consumption in the PHEV is outrageously good at 1.5L/100km in combined driving conditions, but seriously you’ll have to charge it regularly to get this – and I mean every day. The combined consumption of the regular pure petrol Outlander ranges from 7.5-8.1L/100km depending on the grade. The entry grade in the Outlander range starts at a list price of $39,990 plus on-road costs. Chery’s little Tiggo 4 SUV is the smallest car in our selection (about a match-stick shorter than the Kona) and comes in both pure petrol and series-parallel hybrid form. The 1.5-litre turbo-petrol, however, isn’t as fuel efficient as you might think in this not-so-big SUV. The combined fuel consumption according to Chery is 7.4L/100km.  But the hybrid variant is much better with 5.4L/100km . The entry price into the Tiggo 4 range is $23,990 drive-away. 

Hyundai has recalled thousands of examples of its Kona, Tucson, Santa Fe, Palisade and Ioniq 9 SUVs, as well as the Sonata sedan. It affects 3445 units for the 2025 model year in relation to a software issue with the digital driver display, according to a notice from the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications Sports and the Arts.  “Due to a software issue, the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) may fail to illuminate the visual vehicle speed, fuel level and other critical safety information,” the notice reads. “A loss of safety system warnings whilst driving, could increase the risk of an accident causing injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users and bystanders.” A spokesperson for Hyundai Australia said there have been no reported instances of the issue in Australia. The brand will contact owners of affected vehicles to arrange an appointment to rectify the issue via a software update.  If the vehicle is Bluelink enabled, the update will be delivered automatically over-the-air (OTA). Hyundai has had a solid start to 2026, with models such as the Kona and Tucson some of the most popular SUVs in Australia currently.  The brand recently recalled nearly 5000 examples of its Ioniq and Kona EVs earlier this month.