2025 Hyundai Inster: New baby EV detailed for Australia

Hyundai Australia has locked in local specifications for the Inster electric car, launching with two powertrains early in 2025.

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The Hyundai Inster , the brand’s new entry-level electric vehicle (EV), will be offered to Australian buyers in two specifications. It’s due during the first quarter of 2025 (January to March). Now on Hyundai’s Australian website, the South Korean carmaker has confirmed the Inster will go on sale in Standard Range and Extended Range guises, offering different battery capacities, power outputs and driving ranges.

Know the news with the 7NEWS app: Download today Pricing is still yet to be formally announced, however the Inster Extended Range’s price tag was leaked earlier this month , indicating the flagship version of the baby EV will still slide in at under $40,000 before on-road costs. 100s of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal.



Browse now . The powertrains for the Hyundai Inster in Australia will mirror global examples, with specifications listed below. Both versions of the Hyundai Inster feature adjustable regenerative braking and a one-pedal drive mode.

Inster Standard Range feature highlights: Inster Extended Range examples add: A choice of eight exterior colours will be available for the Inster: Buttercream Yellow, Sienna Orange finishes will set buyers back an additional $595. Measuring 3825mm long, 1610mm wide and 1575mm high while riding on a 2580mm wheelbase, the Inster is 215mm shorter between the bumpers, 160mm narrower and sits 17mm lower than the Hyundai Venue – despite its wheelbase being 60mm longer. The more ‘rugged’ Inster Cross that will follow is likely to be based on the Extended Range, but features more rectangular front and rear bumpers, embossed black cladding, front and rear skid plates, side rocker panels, unique 17-inch alloy wheels and roof racks.

First deliveries of the Hyundai Inster in Australia are due in early 2025. MORE: Everything Hyundai Inster MORE: 2025 Hyundai Inster price leaked, flagship to start under $40,000 drive-away MORE: 2025 Hyundai Inster Cross is a baby EV ready for adventure.