Best Luxury EVs in Australia
Luxury EVs often lead the industry on the specs that actually matter: the longest real-world range, the fastest DC charging, the most advanced driver assistance, and the most refined cabins. These are the standout premium electric vehicles available in Australia.
Polestar
5
2 variants
From
$157,705
to $174,628
Range
670 km
≈ 14 commutes
DC Charge
250 kW
fast
Audi
Q6 e-tron
2 variants
From
$99,900
to $110,000
Range
641 km
≈ 13 commutes
DC Charge
270 kW
fast
Mercedes-Benz
EQE
3 variants
From
$136,600
to $194,100
Range
631 km
≈ 13 commutes
DC Charge
173 kW
fast
BMW
i7
3 variants
From
$297,900
to $344,900
Range
625 km
≈ 13 commutes
DC Charge
195 kW
fast
Porsche
Macan
3 variants
From
$134,400
to $184,400
Range
613 km
≈ 13 commutes
DC Charge
270 kW
fast
Lotus
Emeya
2 variants
From
$189,990
to $209,990
Range
610 km
≈ 13 commutes
DC Charge
350 kW
fast
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3
1 of 2 variants match
From
$132,900
Range
610 km
≈ 13 commutes
DC Charge
250 kW
fast
Ford
Mustang Mach-E
2 of 3 variants match
From
$86,990
to $104,990
Range
600 km
≈ 12 commutes
DC Charge
150 kW
fast
Volvo
EX90
2 variants
From
$124,990
to $134,990
Range
600 km
≈ 12 commutes
DC Charge
250 kW
fast
Buying guide
Premium EVs set the benchmark for charging speed
High-end EVs often charge at 200–350 kW DC, meaning a meaningful range top-up in 15–20 minutes. At this level, charging stops on road trips become brief. Compare the 10–80% charge time rather than just peak kW for a realistic comparison — peak kW is held for only a fraction of the session.
What the premium pricing actually buys
Luxury EV pricing reflects: larger battery packs (100+ kWh vs 60–80 kWh in mainstream EVs); more sophisticated driver assistance and computing platforms; premium materials and acoustic insulation; bespoke suspension calibration; and often access to proprietary charging networks with better availability and higher peak speeds.
FBT exemption and luxury EVs
The FBT novated lease exemption applies to EVs under the luxury car tax threshold (~$89k). Models above this threshold miss the exemption, which is meaningful for employees with salary packaging. Factor this into the total cost comparison if you're comparing a car just above and just below the threshold.