KGM Actyon HybridWhat does it cost to run, and is an EV cheaper?
Driving 250 km a week, the KGM Actyon Hybrid K50 uses about $32.08 of petrol a week in South Australia and $33.87 in ACT, at this week's average prices. Over 5 years it costs about $61,967 to own, and 16 of the 42 similar EVs we track (SUVs from about $37,000 to $66,000) work out cheaper, led by the Jaecoo J5 EV ($45,284 over 5 years) and the Chery E5 ($46,576 over 5 years). Compare them.
Photo: Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons. May show an overseas version or a related model.
What would it cost you in fuel?
About the solar figure: it doesn't include the cost of buying or installing panels, and it's an average. Cloudy days, winter and charging at night all mean more power from the grid, so your real cost will vary through the year.
KGM Actyon Hybrid fuel costs by state
KGM Actyon Hybrid K50, using each capital's average unleaded price for the week to 21 October 2026. *Per year assumes 15,000 km.
| State | Petrol | Per week | Per year* | Full tank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NSW | $2.39 | $32.84 | $1,970 | $119 |
| Victoria | $2.36 | $32.48 | $1,949 | $118 |
| Queensland | $2.37 | $32.64 | $1,959 | $119 |
| South Australia | $2.33 | $32.08 | $1,925 | $117 |
| WA | $2.35 | $32.34 | $1,940 | $118 |
| Tasmania | $2.46 | $33.80 | $2,028 | $123 |
| ACT | $2.46 | $33.87 | $2,032 | $123 |
| NT | $2.45 | $33.70 | $2,022 | $123 |
Road trips in the KGM Actyon Hybrid
Fuel cost for the K50 at its claimed 5.5 L/100 km and this week's NSW petrol price. Under each trip: the same drive in its closest electric rival, with charging stops. Tap a trip for the full charging guide.
Volvo EX30: $87 in charging, 3 charging stopsSydney to Brisbane908 km · about $119 in petrol · 1 refuel
Volvo EX30: $92 in charging, 3 charging stopsBrisbane to Cairns1693 km · about $222 in petrol · 2 refuels
Volvo EX30: $190 in charging, 7 charging stopsMelbourne to Adelaide726 km · about $95 in petrol · no refuel
Volvo EX30: $70 in charging, 2 charging stopsSydney to Canberra286 km · about $38 in petrol · no refuel
Volvo EX30: $17 in charging, no charging stopsPerth to Margaret River269 km · about $35 in petrol · no refuel
Volvo EX30: $16 in charging, no charging stopsMelbourne to Adelaide via the Great Ocean Road970 km · about $127 in petrol · 1 refuel
Volvo EX30: $100 in charging, 4 charging stops
KGM Actyon Hybrid performance
| Variant | 0–100 km/h | Power | Torque | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K50 | – | 150 kW | – | FWD |
| K60 | – | 150 kW | – | FWD |
Maker's claimed figures, combined petrol and electric output. A dash means the figure isn't published for the Australian version.
Reliability and track record
The KGM Actyon Hybrid has been on sale here for less than two years, so there isn't enough Australian ownership history to judge. That isn't a bad sign, just an unknown. A long warranty matters more for newer models.
Check official recalls for this car
How we rate: under 2 years on sale here is "Too new to tell". A widely reported fault or repeated recalls is "Known issues". Otherwise it's "Established". We list documented problems with a source, not opinions. Single recalls that were fixed are listed but don't change the rating, as most models have some.
What a KGM Actyon Hybrid costs to own over 5 years
250 km a week in NSW at $2.39 a litre of petrol. Scheduled service every 12 months or 15,000 km, about $400 a visit. Warranty: 7 yrs / unlimited km.
| Variant | Fuel use | On the road* | Fuel / yr | Servicing / yr | Tyres / yr | 5-year total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| K50 | 5.5 L/100 km | $50,000 | $1,707 | $400 | $286 | $61,967 |
| K60 | 5.5 L/100 km | $53,000 | $1,707 | $400 | $286 | $64,967 |
What do "on the road" and "cost to own" mean?
Before on-road costs (+ on-roads): the car's list price only. You pay extra government charges and dealer fees on top when you buy.
On-road costs: stamp duty, first year's registration, compulsory third party (CTP) insurance, number plates and the dealer's delivery fee. They usually add $3,000–6,000 depending on the car and your state. Where a price is "before on-roads" we add about $4,000. See stamp duty and rego by state.
Drive-away: a price that already includes the on-road costs, so it's what you actually pay to drive the car home.
On the road price: the drive-away price, or the list price plus our on-road estimate.
Cost to own: everything you'd spend over the years you keep the car (5 unless you change it): the on the road price, plus a home wall charger for EVs (about $2,000, one-off), plus charging or fuel, scheduled servicing and tyres for every year. Divide it by the number of weeks to see what the car really costs you each week.
Not included: yearly rego renewals and insurance after the first year (see what EVs and hybrids cost to insure), finance interest, and what the car is worth when you sell it. These vary too much by person and car to estimate fairly, and resale value is the biggest unknown, especially for newer brands.
Insurance isn't included above. See what EVs and hybrids cost to insure and get quotes before you buy.
The KGM Actyon Hybrid against EVs
The eight EVs with the lowest 5-year cost to own, against the KGM Actyon Hybrid K50 at $61,967. Green means the EV works out cheaper. EV totals include a home charger.
| EV | Charging / week | 5-year total | vs this hybrid |
|---|---|---|---|
| BYDAtto 1 Essential | $14.54 | $29,146 | −$32,822 |
| LeapmotorB03X Style | $12.75 | $38,462 | −$23,505 |
| GeelyEX2 Complete | $14.91 | $39,523 | −$22,444 |
| MGMG4 Urban 43 | $15.47 | $42,474 | −$19,493 |
| BYDDolphin Essential | $14.91 | $43,243 | −$18,724 |
| GWMOra 5 Lux | $14.54 | $43,376 | −$18,591 |
| HondaSuper-ONE | $11.72 | $44,541 | −$17,426 |
| GACAion UT Premium | $15.38 | $45,160 | −$16,807 |
Head-to-head with its closest electric rivals
Worth waiting for?
These similar-sized cars at around the KGM Actyon Hybrid's price are due in Australia within the next few months. Timing and prices aren't final, so only wait if you can.
- HQ EHS4 Electric
Due: Unveiling November 2026, deliveries from January 2027 · Price not announced yet - Mahindra XEV 9e Electric
Due: Not confirmed. CarsGuide understands it could arrive around the end of 2026; Mahindra Australia hasn't given a date · Price not announced yet - Jetour T1 and T2 Petrol and plug-in hybrid
Due: 2027. Both are now approved for sale in Australia · Price not announced yet
About KGM
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Common questions
How much is a KGM Actyon Hybrid in Australia?
The KGM Actyon Hybrid starts from $50,000 drive-away (November 2026). Prices change often, so check with a dealer.
How much fuel does a KGM Actyon Hybrid use?
Its claimed fuel use is 5.5 L/100 km. Driving 250 km a week that's about $32.08 to $33.87 of petrol a week, depending on your state.
Is a KGM Actyon Hybrid cheaper to run than an EV?
Per week, an EV charged at home usually costs much less to run. Counting the purchase price, a home charger, servicing and tyres over 5 years, 16 of the 42 similar EVs we track (SUVs from about $37,000 to $66,000) cost less to own than the KGM Actyon Hybrid, led by the Jaecoo J5 EV ($45,284) and the Chery E5 ($46,576).
Do you need to plug in a KGM Actyon Hybrid?
No. The KGM Actyon Hybrid is a regular hybrid. It charges its small battery itself while you drive and refuels at any petrol station.
Other hybrids
How we work it out, and our sources
Weekly cost = the car's energy use × 250 km × your electricity or fuel price, with 90% of charging at home. Prices are list prices at October 2026; check with the dealer.
- Electricity: 2026–27 default rates (AER, Victorian Default Offer, state retailers). Public charging: Sydney network prices, July 2026.
- Petrol and diesel: ACCC capital-city averages, 21 October 2026.
- Cars: maker figures via CarExpert, Drive, CarsGuide and EV Central. Plug-in electric range is taken as 80% of the claim.
- Servicing: published capped prices; marked as an estimate where not yet published (CarExpert comparison).
- Tyres: an EV set lasts about 35,000 km, a petrol or hybrid set 50,000 km (RACV); prices from Gridly.
- Home charger: about $2,000 installed ($1,000–$3,000). Novated leases: PwC summary.
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