MMAL to deliver a new BEV by 2026 and more range for Outlander PHEV

Mitsubishi Motors Australia Limited (MMAL) says it supports the New Vehicle Emission Standard (NVES) and is planning to launch a new Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) into the Australian market in 2026.

On a LinkedIn social media post, MMAL also says it is working on a longer range PHEV system for the Outlander SUV, as well as other advanced electrified vehicles and more efficient ICE cars.

However the national sales company says it remains pragmatic about the challenges faced by the NVES. 

“While Australia has entered the early-adopter phase for EVs, broad consumer demand remains low – largely due to charging anxiety,” MMAL says.

“With 68 EVs per public charger, Australia’s public EV charging network is underdeveloped – the global standard is 11 EVs per charger.

“BEV sales currently make up just 7% of total vehicle sales (FCAI), and only 10% of drivers are planning to buy a BEV (Mobility Index 2025).

“According to the National Automotive Leasing & Salary Packaging Association , nearly half of those surveyed would not consider purchasing a BEV – with lack of public charging infrastructure cited as the main reason.

“The issue is not supply – with over 122 EV models now available in Australia – but demand. Many Australians remain hesitant to make the switch.

“MMAL is committed to working collaboratively with government and industry to support outcomes that benefit our customers and the environment. We will bring multiple solutions to the market as part of our Momentum 2030 plan.

“We also call for Incentives to support all EV technologies – including PHEVs and BEVs, and an accelerated rollout of public charging infrastructure – to align with international best practice.” It says.