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In Australia, an EV becomes the cheapest car on sale
A sharp price puts an electric model ahead of every rival and lowers the entry barrier to zero-emission driving.
17 September 2026 1 min read 27 views
In Australia, a new electric car has taken the title of the cheapest vehicle currently on sale, a milestone that matters for the growth of battery-powered mobility. Its very low list price makes it a real entry point into EV ownership, especially for buyers who had previously seen electric cars as out of reach.
The development is also interesting for Europe: when a manufacturer can get an EV this far down in price, the market can shift quickly. In Italy, cost, incentives and range still shape the debate, but the message is clear: electric cars are moving closer to the “for everyone” bracket.