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Best used EVs and hybrids in Australia

The best used EVs and hybrids in Australia for each budget, ranked on real-world data: every recall on the Australian register, owner-reported faults, range, charging speed and running costs, with typical November 2026 prices. With home charging, a used EV is the cheapest to run. Without it, a hybrid is usually the smarter buy.

Best used EVs and hybrids: Under $20,000

Renault Zoe 2018Electric · Typical $16,800–$16,900 · 300 km range (claimed), no DC fast charging (Type 2 AC only (22 kW)) · about $15 a week
Watch for: no recalls foundHyundai Ioniq Hybrid 2021Hybrid · Typical $18,000–$23,900 · 3.4 L/100 km (claimed) · about $20 a week
Watch for: no recalls foundMG ZS EV 2021Electric · Typical $17,100–$20,100 · 263 km range (claimed), 76 kW fast charging (CCS2) · about $18 a week
Watch for: no recalls foundKia Niro Hybrid 2021Hybrid · Typical $15,300–$24,000 · 3.8 L/100 km (claimed) · about $23 a week
Watch for: 1 fire-risk recallHyundai Kona Electric 2021Electric · Typical $19,400–$33,600 · 449 km range (claimed), 77 kW fast charging (CCS2) · about $15 a week
Watch for: 3 fire-risk recalls, 1 other recallBMW i3 2016Electric · Typical $9,800–$22,400 · 200 km range (claimed), 50 kW fast charging (CCS2) · about $14 a week
Watch for: 1 other recall

Best used EVs and hybrids: $20,000–30,000

BYD Dolphin 2024Electric · Typical $22,300–$30,100 · 340 km range (claimed), 60 kW fast charging (CCS2) · about $15 a week
Watch for: no recalls foundGWM Ora 2024Electric · Typical $21,400–$28,400 · 310 km range (claimed), 64 kW fast charging (CCS2) · about $14 a week
Watch for: 1 other recallMG ZS EV 2023Electric · Typical $23,400–$28,300 · 320 km range (claimed), 76 kW fast charging (CCS2) · about $16 a week
Watch for: no recalls foundHyundai Ioniq 6 2023Electric · Typical $28,400–$40,600 · 614 km range (claimed), 233 kW fast charging (CCS2) · about $13 a week
Watch for: 1 loss-of-power recall, 1 other recallMG4 2024Electric · Typical $23,900–$38,100 · 350 km range (claimed), 88 kW fast charging (CCS2) · about $15 a week
Watch for: 2 known faultsHyundai Ioniq Electric 2021Electric · Typical $23,400–$26,500 · 311 km range (claimed), 50 kW fast charging (CCS2) · about $13 a week
Watch for: 1 fire-risk recall

Best used EVs and hybrids: $30,000–40,000

BYD Dolphin 2024Electric · Typical $22,300–$30,100 · 340 km range (claimed), 60 kW fast charging (CCS2) · about $15 a week
Watch for: no recalls foundBYD Seal 2024Electric · Typical $39,400–$50,600 · 460 km range (claimed), 110 kW fast charging (CCS2) · about $13 a week
Watch for: no recalls foundHyundai Ioniq 6 2024Electric · Typical $36,200–$53,700 · 614 km range (claimed), 233 kW fast charging (CCS2) · about $13 a week
Watch for: 1 loss-of-power recall, 1 other recallMG4 2024Electric · Typical $23,900–$38,100 · 350 km range (claimed), 88 kW fast charging (CCS2) · about $15 a week
Watch for: 2 known faultsPolestar 2 2022Electric · Typical $29,100–$47,700 · 440 km range (claimed), 130 kW fast charging (CCS2) · about $16 a week
Watch for: 3 other recallsKia Niro EV 2023Electric · Typical $30,400–$40,100 · 460 km range (claimed), 80 kW fast charging (CCS2) · about $13 a week
Watch for: 2 loss-of-power recalls

Best used EVs and hybrids: $40,000–50,000

BYD Seal 2024Electric · Typical $39,400–$50,600 · 460 km range (claimed), 110 kW fast charging (CCS2) · about $13 a week
Watch for: no recalls foundHyundai Ioniq 6 2024Electric · Typical $36,200–$53,700 · 614 km range (claimed), 233 kW fast charging (CCS2) · about $13 a week
Watch for: 1 loss-of-power recall, 1 other recallPolestar 2 2024Electric · Typical $44,700–$61,800 · 518 km range (claimed), 135 kW fast charging (CCS2) · about $14 a week
Watch for: 3 other recallsKia Niro EV 2023Electric · Typical $30,400–$40,100 · 460 km range (claimed), 80 kW fast charging (CCS2) · about $13 a week
Watch for: 2 loss-of-power recallsVolvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) 2022Electric · Typical $31,100–$44,400 · 418 km range (claimed), 150 kW fast charging (CCS2) · about $19 a week
Watch for: 2 other recallsHyundai Ioniq 5 2024Electric · Typical $39,600–$57,800 · 451 km range (claimed), 220 kW fast charging (CCS2) · about $15 a week
Watch for: 1 loss-of-power recall, 1 other recall, 1 known fault

Can't charge at home?

Public fast charging costs about 70c per kWh, roughly double home charging, so a used EV loses most of its running-cost advantage. Hybrids need no charging at all, and EVs with quick fast charging (and the newer CCS2 plug) make public charging bearable. Ranked for public charging only, up to $50,000:

Honda HR-V e:HEV 2024Hybrid · Typical $29,810–$36,410 · 4.3 L/100 km (claimed) · about $26 a week
Watch for: no recalls foundHyundai Kona Hybrid 2024Hybrid · Typical $31,350–$47,080 · 3.9 L/100 km (claimed) · about $23 a week
Watch for: 1 other recallToyota Corolla Cross Hybrid 2024Hybrid · Typical $33,880–$52,470 · 4.3 L/100 km (claimed) · about $26 a week
Watch for: 1 other recallHyundai Ioniq Hybrid 2021Hybrid · Typical $18,000–$23,900 · 3.4 L/100 km (claimed) · about $20 a week
Watch for: no recalls foundGWM Haval H6 Hybrid 2024Hybrid · Typical $28,380–$34,210 · 5.2 L/100 km (claimed) · about $31 a week
Watch for: no recalls foundKia Niro Hybrid 2023Hybrid · Typical $25,400–$33,800 · 4 L/100 km (claimed) · about $24 a week
Watch for: 1 fire-risk recall

Charging without a driveway covers your options in more detail.

The serious recalls to check

These recalls involve a fire risk or a car that can lose power. All have a free fix, so they don't rule a car out, but make sure the work was done: enter the VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.

What to check on any used EV or hybrid

Print our used EV checklist to take with you.

Used buying guides by car

Prices by year, every recall, common problems and a fair-price checker for each car.

Tesla Model 3Tesla Model YBYD Atto 3BYD DolphinBYD SealMG4MG ZS EVHyundai Kona ElectricHyundai Ioniq 5Hyundai Ioniq ElectricKia Niro EVKia EV6Nissan LeafPolestar 2Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40)GWM OraToyota Corolla HybridToyota RAV4 HybridToyota Camry HybridToyota C-HR HybridToyota Yaris HybridToyota Yaris Cross HybridToyota PriusKia Niro HybridHyundai Ioniq HybridMitsubishi Outlander PHEVGWM Haval H6 HybridLexus UX 250hSubaru Forester HybridToyota Kluger HybridHyundai Ioniq 6BMW i3Mini Electric (Cooper SE)Mercedes-Benz EQAJaguar I-PaceAudi e-tron (2019–23)Tesla Model SRenault ZoeHonda HR-V e:HEVNissan X-Trail e-PowerToyota Corolla Cross HybridHyundai Kona HybridLexus NX300hLexus CT200hToyota Prius cToyota Prius vMitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEVBYD Sealion 6

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Common questions

What is the cheapest reliable used EV in Australia?

Under $25,000, an MG4, GWM Ora, BYD Dolphin or a first-generation Hyundai Kona Electric or Kia Niro EV are the usual choices. Check the battery warranty left and that recalls were done.

Should I buy a used EV or a used hybrid?

If you can charge at home, a used EV costs much less to run. If you can't, public charging costs about twice as much, so a hybrid like a Corolla, Camry or Yaris Hybrid is often cheaper and simpler.

Are older EV batteries a problem?

Most modern liquid-cooled batteries age slowly. The exception is the Nissan Leaf, whose air-cooled battery wears faster in heat. Always get a battery health report.

Where do your used prices come from?

Typical November 2026 prices for each year from carsales (RedBook indicative prices) and Glass's Guide via CarsGuide. Real asking prices vary with kilometres, condition and options.

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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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