The cheapest electric car in Australia is the BYD Atto 1 Essential, priced at $19,990 drive-away until 15 December 2026, unless BYD extends the offer. The normal price is $23,990 plus on-road costs, or roughly $26,000 to $27,000 drive-away depending on the state. It is also the cheapest new car of any type on sale in Australia.

The Leapmotor B03X Style is the cheapest electric SUV at $29,990 drive-away until 31 December 2026 ($26,990 before on-road costs). It replaces the BYD Atto 2 as the cheapest electric SUV. The Geely EX2 is the cheapest five-seat electric car from $26,490 plus on-road costs, and the BYD Dolphin starts from $29,990 plus on-road costs.

The GAC Aion UT and MG4 Urban both start from $31,990 drive-away. GAC has confirmed a cheaper short-range Aion UT for late 2026, with Australian pricing still to be announced. Updated 12 November 2026.

Prices below are shown two ways. Before on-road costs is the maker's list price. Drive-away includes registration, CTP insurance, stamp duty and delivery. Drive-away offers are promotions and can end, so confirm the current price with the dealer.

At $19,990 drive-away, the Atto 1 Essential undercuts petrol rivals such as the Kia Picanto Sport manual, which lists at $19,190 before on-road costs and costs more than $22,000 drive-away in several states.

Ranked by entry price. Drive-away prices are shown where the maker or a major outlet has published one. Drive-away offers are promotions and can change or end.

Sources: BYD, Geely, Leapmotor, GAC and MG Australia pricing as reported by RACV, CarExpert and carsales. Prices checked 12 November 2026. Victorian drive-away figures are for private buyers.

The BYD Atto 1 starts from $23,990 plus on-road costs, making it Australia's most affordable electric vehicle. Available in two models, the Essential and the Premium, with a 30kWh and 43.2kWh battery respectively, the Atto 1 is perfect for urban settings with fast-charging capability, with DC charging from 10%–80% in approximately 30 minutes, making it ideal for city dwellers and first-time EV buyers.

BYD cut the Atto 1 Essential to $19,990 drive-away until 15 December 2026, unless it extends the offer. The Premium ($27,990 plus on-road costs) is not part of the national offer. Read our Atto 1 price cut report or the Atto 1 Premium review.

The Atto 1 is a compact city hatchback, measuring approximately 3,780mm in length, making it one of the smallest EVs available in Australia. Its compact dimensions make it ideal for urban driving and parking, while still offering practical interior space for city commuters and small families.

The Atto 1 is known as the Dolphin Mini in Latin America, Dolphin Surf in Europe, and Seagull in the domestic Chinese market.

The Geely EX2 starts from $26,490 plus on-road costs, making it Australia's second-cheapest electric vehicle behind the BYD Atto 1. Available in two variants, Complete and Inspire, with a 35.35kWh and 47.14kWh LFP battery respectively, giving WLTP ranges of 252km and 345km.

The EX2 is a compact hatchback built on Geely's Global Intelligent New Energy Architecture, the same platform as the Geely EX5 and Starray EM-i. It is larger than the BYD Atto 1, running 145mm longer and 85mm wider on a 150mm longer wheelbase, with a 70-litre front boot and a 375-litre rear boot.

The EX2 arrived in Australian dealerships from late July 2026. In China it is sold as the Geely Geome Xingyuan and was the country's best-selling car of any type in 2025, with more than 459,000 units delivered.

The Geely EX2 arrives in Australia from $26,490, making it the country's second-cheapest EV. Here's pricing, specs and how it compares to rivals.

The Leapmotor B03X starts from $26,990 before on-road costs. A national launch offer cuts the Style to $29,990 drive-away and the Design LR to $33,990 drive-away. The offer applies to cars purchased and delivered by 31 December 2026 in the standard Acorn Brown paint, or while stocks last. It undercuts the BYD Atto 2 Dynamic, which starts from $31,990 before on-road costs.

The B03X is a front-wheel-drive small SUV from Leapmotor, a Stellantis-backed Chinese brand. The Style has a 39.8kWh battery and up to 292km of WLTP range. The Design LR has a 53kWh battery, up to 382km of range and 145kW of power. Cars reach dealerships in November 2026.

The drive-away prices are a promotion, not permanent pricing. Leapmotor can change, withdraw or extend the offer, and it excludes government, fleet and rental buyers. Read our B03X price and specs report or the launch offer details.

The BYD Dolphin starts from $29,990 before on-road costs. It is available in two variants: Essential and Premium, with ranges from 340km to 427km WLTP.

The BYD Dolphin represents exceptional value compared to traditional petrol alternatives. At $29,990, it undercuts the Toyota Corolla ZR Hybrid ($38,120) and Mazda 3 G25 Astina ($42,320) while offering zero emissions and lower running costs. The Premium variant's 427km range makes it suitable for both city commuting and weekend trips.

Following the introduction of the "Essential" trim, the BYD Dolphin range is now priced from $29,990 before on-road costs (about $32,000 drive-away depending on the state, with BYD advertising $28,888 drive-away in recent offers). On list price it sits behind the Atto 1, Geely EX2 and Leapmotor B03X.

All Dolphin variants are eligible for the various state government incentives and the FBT exemption which is available through a novated…