Best EVs Under $70,000 in Australia
Under $70,000 is where the EV market gets genuinely exciting. You're in premium-feature territory: 500+ km WLTP range, 150–250 kW fast charging, and interiors that compete with entry-level prestige cars. Many models in this range also qualify for state stamp duty exemptions and the FBT novated lease exemption.
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MG
MG4
4 variants
From
$36,990
to $49,990
Range
530 km
≈ 11 commutes
DC Charge
140 kW
medium
Leapmotor
B10
2 variants
From
$38,990
to $41,990
Range
434 km
≈ 9 commutes
DC Charge
168 kW
fast
Buying guide
Range anxiety is not a concern at this price point
Most EVs in the $60–70k bracket offer 500+ km WLTP range. Even discounting 20% for real-world highway driving, you're looking at 400+ km on a full charge — enough to comfortably reach a charger on any major Australian interstate route without stopping to plan.
Compare charging speed, not just range
At this price, both range and DC charging speed should be priorities. An EV with 550 km range and 80 kW DC charging will spend far more time at chargers on a Melbourne–Sydney run than one with 500 km range and 200 kW DC. The 10–80% time is the most useful comparison metric for road trips.
Check the warranty carefully
Most EVs in this bracket offer 5–8 year battery warranties. Pay attention to the terms: some cover replacement to 70% capacity, others to 75%. For a car you plan to keep 8+ years, the battery warranty terms matter for long-term peace of mind.