Best Electric Hatchbacks

Cupra Born
With a long range, unique styling, generous standard equipment and European appeal, the new Cupra Born is quite possibly the easiest electric vehicle to recommend in the current zero-emissions market.
But with a sharp price that hovers tantalisingly close to equivalent petrol-powered premium small hatchbacks, perhaps even more exciting is its indication that EV price parity is on the horizon.

Nissan Leaf
Nissan’s Leaf is starting to feel its age, but the new e+ has turned back the clock – for a hefty price.

Polestar 2
The Polestar 2 doesn’t quite go to the full extent of Muji’s ‘no-brand’ policy, but it certainly does inject the market with competitive quality, performance and design without shouting about it. Polestar’s first Australian offering is the true quiet achiever.

Mercedes-AMG EQS
EQS blasts Mercedes-AMG into a brilliant electric era.
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Reviews
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2024 Polestar 2 review: The RWD sedan it should’ve always been
More than a mild mid-life update, this is what the Polestar 2 should’ve been from the start
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2024 MG 4 review: Full range detailed
The MG 4 is a budget-friendly small electric hatchback in Australia. Learn about the MG 4 range including price, interior, boot space, safety assists and performance
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2023 MG 4 Essence 64kWh review: Australian launch
Is the MG 4 the answer to EV affordability in Australia? The spacious hatchback makes a strong case for itself
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MG 4 review: Australian first drive of budget EV
Even in pre-production, UK spec, the MG 4 hatch proves the long wait for a good, affordable electric car may well be over
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2023 MG4 X-Power review: First overseas drive
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2023 Cupra Born EV review: Australian first drive
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2023 Polestar 2 review: Long Range Single Motor
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2023 Polestar 2 review: Do you need the Performance pack?
News
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News
2025 Nissan Leaf replacement to be ‘mini-Ariya’ small SUV
It probably won't look like the hatch we've presented in this story, but at least we know a new Leaf is coming
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Which electric cars are exempt from the Luxury Car Tax?
The contentious LCT continues to shadow Australian new car buyers, but which EV models can avoid it?
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The 12 cheapest electric cars in Australia
Finally getting somewhere: These are the 12 most budget-friendly electric vehicles in Australia, starting from below $40K
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2024 Polestar 2 pricing and features: rear-drive sedan arrives
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