WATTS NEXT · COMING SOON

Worth waiting for?

The next plug-in cars for Australia. What they promise, what interests us and what still needs to be known.

10 upcoming models · Last reviewed 2026-10-22. Updated weekly.

WattCar-created studio illustration of the Denza Z9GT
IN FOCUS · DENZA Z9GT

Denza Z9GT. This is ambition.

A shooting brake, serious electric performance and a new name with something to prove.

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Announced arrivals and pre-launch models. Registration of interest is not an order, and reservations do not establish customer stock. These cars sit outside our available-to-buy count.

BMW i3 Sedan manufacturer preview; Australian specification may differ.

BMW Group · Overseas model may be shown.

BMW i3 Sedan

BEV · REGISTER INTEREST

An electric sports sedan gives buyers an alternative to another SUV. The promise is familiar BMW driving appeal with new EV technology. We want to know whether the everyday experience earns the badge.

BMW Australia has build-and-price and registration-of-interest pages for the new i3 sedan. Local retail arrival and delivery timing still need confirmation with BMW.

Availability last checked: 2026-10-22.

CHERY STOCKMAN manufacturer preview; Australian specification may differ.

Chery · Overseas model may be shown.

CHERY STOCKMAN

PHEV · RESERVATIONS OPEN

A diesel plug-in hybrid takes a different route to the electrified ute. The questions are useful electric running, towing and payload in real work, and whether the ownership costs justify the extra complexity.

Australian reservations are open. The manufacturer still labels the diesel PHEV ute coming soon; retail launch date and final price need confirmation.

Availability last checked: 2026-10-22.

MERCEDES-BENZ ELECTRIC C-CLASS manufacturer preview; Australian specification may differ.

Mercedes-Benz · Overseas model may be shown.

MERCEDES-BENZ ELECTRIC C-CLASS

BEV · PRE-LAUNCH ORDERS

The familiar C-Class idea is getting an all-electric interpretation. Comfort, a usable cabin and a convincing long-distance experience matter more than another large screen. The Australian price will set the comparison.

Mercedes-Benz Australia has a local model page and build-and-price link. Australian launch reporting says orders opened on 20 October, with showroom arrival expected in early 2027. Confirm order acceptance, allocation and delivery with the retailer.

Availability last checked: 2026-10-22.

MERCEDES-BENZ ELECTRIC GLA manufacturer preview; Australian specification may differ.

Mercedes-Benz · Overseas model may be shown.

MERCEDES-BENZ ELECTRIC GLA

BEV · COMING SOON

A smaller electric Mercedes needs to make premium feel useful, not simply expensive. We will be watching space, efficiency, ride comfort and how neatly it fits the daily routine.

The new electric GLA is listed as coming soon and not yet available in Australia. Local specification, price and arrival date remain to be confirmed.

Availability last checked: 2026-10-22.

MERCEDES-BENZ VLE manufacturer preview; Australian specification may differ.

Mercedes-Benz · Overseas model may be shown.

MERCEDES-BENZ VLE

BEV · COMING SOON

An electric people mover puts passenger comfort and flexibility ahead of SUV fashion. The VLE is worth watching for families and passenger transport; local seating, practicality and price will decide its appeal.

Mercedes-Benz Australia lists this electric passenger vehicle as coming soon and not yet available locally. Final Australian seating, price and arrival timing need confirmation.

Availability last checked: 2026-10-22.

Volvo EX60 driving beside a lake at sunset

Volvo Cars · Overseas model may be shown.

VOLVO EX60

BEV · COMING SOON

The electric next step for buyers drawn to the XC60’s practical appeal. The EX60 needs to combine competitive EV technology with the comfort, usability and confidence people expect from Volvo.

Australian MY27 preview and configurator are live. Manufacturer figures remain preliminary and vehicle certification is pending; confirm retail arrival and delivery timing with Volvo.

Availability last checked: 2026-10-22.

XPENG G9L manufacturer preview; Australian specification may differ.

XPENG · Overseas model may be shown.

XPENG G9L

BEV · COMING SOON

A larger electric SUV brings another challenger into the family and luxury market. We are watching cabin practicality, charging and local support. The Australian specification matters more than figures borrowed from an overseas G9.

XPENG Australia still lists G9L as coming soon with registration of interest. Its preview mentions two powertrain options; final Australian specification, price and delivery timing remain to be confirmed.

Availability last checked: 2026-10-22.

XPENG L03 manufacturer preview; Australian specification may differ.

XPENG · Overseas model may be shown.

XPENG L03

BEV · COMING SOON

A new electric SUV coupe with a strong technology pitch. We are interested in the useful parts: comfort, efficiency, controls and dependable local support. A clever specification still has to make daily driving easier.

XPENG Australia still lists L03 as coming soon with registration of interest. Battery-electric and extended-range versions are previewed; final Australian powertrains, price and delivery timing require confirmation.

Availability last checked: 2026-10-22.

ZEEKR 7GT manufacturer preview; Australian specification may differ.

Zeekr · Overseas model may be shown.

ZEEKR 7GT

BEV · REGISTER INTEREST

A sporting electric wagon is a welcome change of shape. The attraction is performance with everyday usefulness. Local price, ride comfort and ownership support will decide whether the 7GT becomes more than a handsome alternative.

Australian registration of interest is live and expressly is not an order or a guarantee of availability. Local order acceptance, final pricing and delivery timing need confirmation.

Availability last checked: 2026-10-22.

Arrival plans can change. Check current local specification, price and delivery timing with the manufacturer or dealer.

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