EV's, just like any other car, come in sedan, hatch (sometimes referred to as a wagon), SUV and van varieties.

Weightings for this overall score are based on our scores for range (50%), fast charge (20%), running cost (20%) and battery warranty (10%). Look at individual ratings dependent on what's most important to you.

This is based on the real-world range where available, or where it can be derived from the Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP) or New European Driving Cycle (NEDC) range.

This score is based on the Fastcharge Time with a 50kW charger.

This is based on the cost to run the car (real-world vehicle efficiency and an electricity cost of 40c/kWh) over 14,000km per year.

This is based on the claimed length (in years) of manufacturer battery warranty.

This score is based on battery usage, measured in Wh/km (like litres/km in regular non-electric vehicles). It takes into account the usable battery capacity and real-world range of the EV.

This is based on feedback from people who own the car, or where that wasn't available (for instance, newer models), the data was derived from official figures about range. Measured in kilometres.

This refers to battery usage in an EV, measured in watt-hours per kilometre (like litres per kilometre for regular petrol vehicles). It's based on the usable battery capacity and the real-world range of the EV.

This amount is based on EV efficiency over 14,000km in a year, at an electricity rate of 40 cents per kilowatt.

This refers to how many minutes it takes the EV battery to be fast-charged from 20% to 80% in Australia. It's determined by carloop based on the company's real-world customer charging dataset collected via in-house Australian owner surveys and carloop's anonymised social media dataset.

The manufacturer's recommended retail price at the time of data collection.

The local on-road costs for New South Wales. This is in addition to the price of the vehicle and typically includes various fees, charges and taxes. Some states/territories have discounted on-road costs for EVs which are factored into the on-road costs data provided. This does not include dealer delivery costs.

The local on-road costs for Victoria. This is in addition to the price of the vehicle and typically includes various fees, charges and taxes. Some states/territories have discounted on-road costs for EVs which are factored into the on-road costs data provided. This does not include dealer delivery costs.

The local on-road costs for Queensland. This is in addition to the price of the vehicle and typically includes various fees, charges and taxes. Some states/territories have discounted on-road costs for EVs which are factored into the on-road costs data provided. This does not include dealer delivery costs.

The local on-road costs for the Australian Capital Territory. This is in addition to the price of the vehicle and typically includes various fees, charges and taxes. Some states/territories have discounted on-road costs for EVs which are factored into the on-road costs data provided. This does not include dealer delivery costs.

The local on-road costs for South Australia. This is in addition to the price of the vehicle and typically includes various fees, charges and taxes. Some states/territories have discounted on-road costs for EVs which are factored into the on-road costs data provided. This does not include dealer delivery costs.

The local on-road costs for Tasmania. This is in addition to the price of the vehicle and typically includes various fees, charges and taxes. Some states/territories have discounted on-road costs for EVs which are factored into the on-road costs data provided. This does not include dealer delivery costs.

The local on-road costs for Western Australia. This is in addition to the price of the vehicle and typically includes various fees, charges and taxes. Some states/territories have discounted on-road costs for EVs which are factored into the on-road costs data provided. This does not include dealer delivery costs.

The local on-road costs for the Northern Territory. This is in addition to the price of the vehicle and typically includes various fees, charges and taxes. Some states/territories have discounted on-road costs for EVs which are factored into the on-road costs data provided. This does not include dealer delivery costs.

The data in this table is based on the model year, and this can change marginally year on year.

Electric vehicles are high in demand, so lead time from time of ordering is predicted by carloop based on various market indicators and real-world customer feedback. Hyundai Ioniq are sold in 'drops' and availability comes intermittently, so buyers need to stay up to date.

Claimed car warranty from the manufacturer, based on number of years or kilometres (whichever comes first).

Claimed battery warranty from the manufacturer, based on years or kilometres (whichever comes first).

Number of doors a passenger can directly take a seat from.

Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP) range: Vehicles tested under this method are provided in kilometres, where available. It's commonly used in Australia and Europe today as it indicates a more realistic range compared to New European Driving Cycle (NEDC) ranges.

The claimed efficiency of the EV, as measured by the manufacturer in watt-hours per kilometre.

The total (nominal) battery capacity of the EV, measured in kilowatt hours.

The usable battery capacity of the EV, measured in kilowatt hours. This is the amount of energy the car can actually draw from the battery while on the move; the remainder is reserved for maintaining battery health.

The AC charging speed limit of the EV onboard charger, measured in kilowatts. Provided where available.

The time it takes to AC charge the EV from 10% to 100%, measured in hours.

This refers to how many minutes it takes the EV battery to be fast-charged from 10% to 80% on a DC rapid charger.

This refers to the maximum weight (in kilograms) that your vehicle can tow if your trailer has its own brakes. Provided where available.

This refers to the maximum weight (in kilograms) that your vehicle can tow if your trailer has no brakes. Provided where available.

V2G is the vehicle-to-grid capability of the EV, which allows the EV battery to be used to supply power to the grid in case of low power available in the grid.

V2H is the vehicle-to-home capability of the EV, which allows the EV battery to be used to power your home in case of emergency.

V2L is vehicle-to-load capability of the EV, which allows the EV battery to be used to power tools, fridges or campsites when on the road.

The Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP) safety rating in stars, provided where available. "Not tested" means an EV is yet to be tested.

The European New Car Assessment Programme (Euro NCAP) safety rating in stars, provided where available. "Not tested" means an EV is yet to be tested, while "N/A" means ANCAP has provided a rating.

The top speed of the EV in kilometres per hour. Provided where available.

The acceleration of the EV in seconds from 0–100km per hour. Provided where available.

The torque of the EV motor(s), measured in Newton-metres. Provided where available.

The power of the EV motor(s), measured in kilowatts. Provided where available.

The length of the car, measured in millimetres.

The width of the car, measured in millimetres.

The height of the car, measured in millimetres.

The volume of the cargo area with the seats up, measured in litres.

The volume of the cargo area with the seats down, measured in litres.

The mass (in kilograms) of the unoccupied and unladen EV. Provided where available.

The total maximum weight (in kilograms) that can be carried by the EV, including passengers and cargo. Provided where available.

Minimum distance in millimetres from the ground to the underside of the EV. Provided where available.

Where the car manufacturer claims the car was assembled.

The local subsidy eligibility status for electric vehicles sold in New South Wales, as of August 2023. This is based on the incentives on offer within each state/territory and the price caps set by their respective governments.

The local subsidy eligibility status for electric vehicles sold in Victoria, as of August 2023. This is based on the incentives on offer within each state/territory and the price caps set by their respective governments.

The local subsidy eligibility status for electric vehicles sold in Queensland, as of August 2023. This is based on the incentives on offer within each state/territory and the price caps set by their respective governments.

The local subsidy eligibility status for electric vehicles sold in the Australian Capital Territory, as of August 2023. This is based on the incentives on offer within each state/territory and the price caps set by their respective governments.

The local subsidy eligibility status for electric vehicles sold in South Australia, as of August 2023. This is based on the incentives on offer within each state/territory and the price caps set by their respective governments.

The local subsidy eligibility status for electric vehicles sold in Tasmania, as of August 2023. This is based on the incentives on offer within each state/territory and the price caps set by their respective governments.

The local subsidy eligibility status for electric vehicles sold in Western Australia, as of August 2023. This is based on the incentives on offer within each state/territory and the price caps set by their respective governments.

The local subsidy eligibility status for electric vehicles sold in the Northern Territory, as of August 2023. This is based on the incentives on offer within each state/territory and the price caps set by their respective governments.

The amount of electric vehicles expected to be delivered to Australia in 2024, based on EV uptake factors like model production and exports to Australia, shipping availability and restrictions, market demand and more.

The amount of electric vehicles expected to be delivered to Australia in 2025, based on EV uptake factors like model production and exports to Australia, shipping availability and restrictions, market demand and more.