Mitsubishi keener than ever on affordable electric car for Australia, but not this one

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Mitsubishi has shown interest in introducing a $30,000 electric vehicle to Australian showrooms following a successful local test program. However, the imported eK X EV will not be the model launched due to high engineering costs required to meet Australian standards and achieve a five-star ANCAP crash test rating. Despite positive feedback from evaluations, Mitsubishi acknowledges the eK X EV might only secure a three-star safety rating locally. Priced between $23,700 and $29,000 in Japan, the car would cost around $30,000-$35,000 in Australia with a 180km driving range. Mitsubishi is advocating for eased Australian Design Rules to facilitate quicker and more economical introductions of new, fuel-efficient vehicles from global markets.

Brands mentioned: Mitsubishi, Nissan