2026 KGM MUSSO EV REVIEW: THE GOOD, BAD, AND UGLY

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The 2026 KGM Musso EV enters the Australian market as the first truly affordable electric ute, a significant proposition given the limited competition. The reviewer highlights its strengths, including a spacious interior, comfortable rear seats, and competent EV fundamentals like its BYD-derived battery and decent WLTP range (380km for AWD). However, the vehicle is plagued by numerous drawbacks that severely impact its recommendation. The infotainment system is described as frustratingly inconsistent and laggy, while the driving refinement is poor, characterized by excessive body roll, floaty ride quality over large bumps, and harshness over smaller imperfections. Critically, the Musso EV struggles to put power down effectively, leading to wheel spin and a feeling of being "borderline dangerous" in certain situations, exacerbated by unhelpful traction control and poor tire choice. Its utility as a ute is also compromised by a short tray, limited towing capacity (1800kg), and reduced ground clearance due to the underfloor battery, making it more of an "SUV with a tray" than a traditional ute. While it excels as an EV for urban commuting, its shortcomings in refinement, utility, and driving dynamics make it difficult to recommend for anything more demanding.