2023 AFFORDABLE ELECTRIC VEHICLES IN AUSTRALIA FOR AROUND $50000

EV Channels Review

This live stream discussion focuses on affordable electric vehicles in Australia, specifically targeting the AUD $50,000 price point. The hosts and guests, Riz Akhtar and Rahul Prasad, engage with the audience on what constitutes an 'affordable' EV, with the majority consensus leaning towards the $35,000-$40,000 range after incentives. The ORA Funky Cat is highlighted as a new electric hatchback entering the market around $45,000-$46,000, appealing to urban dwellers but criticized for its slower charging speed (60-69 kW) compared to competitors like the BYD Atto 3 and MG4. The BYD Dolphin is also discussed as a potential sub-$40,000 option expected in the latter half of 2023. A significant portion of the discussion revolves around Chinese EV manufacturing, addressing consumer concerns about quality and data security, with the consensus being that manufacturing is improving and price remains a key driver for adoption. The opening of Tesla's Supercharger network to non-Tesla EVs in the US and Australia is also a major talking point, seen as a positive step for overall EV adoption and infrastructure reliability, though pricing and availability in Australia remain to be seen. Reliability of charging infrastructure and the need for better customer education at the point of sale are recurring themes.