Every Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) in Australia (2026 Guide) | Complete Database

As of February 2026 there are 30 brands and 68 PHEV models available in Australia.

PHEV Database

A plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) car uses energy from a battery to power electric motor(s) and petrol to power an internal combustion engine (ICE).

The electric motor can drive the car independently in most situations for emissions-free driving, though it often works with the engine to save fuel, improve performance, and enable longer range.

PHEV batteries can be charged from a standard power socket, EV charger (often AC only) or regenerative braking. Once the battery is depleted the car will automatically switch to the ICE engine.

Australia’s plug-in hybrid (PHEV) market surged in 2025, with more than 53,000 vehicles sold, a 130.9 per cent increase on 2024, marking the strongest growth of any fuel type. The boom was driven largely by 22 new model arrivals, despite the end of the Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) exemption in April. By comparison, conventional hybrids grew 15.3 per cent and battery electric vehicles rose 13.1 per cent, while petrol-only and diesel-only vehicles declined.

The following table shows the top 10 best-selling PHEV models in Australia for 2025, including their total sales figures and growth compared to 2024.

Day-to-day short commutes

The average electric-only range of today's PHEVs is ~70 km. This is enough to comfortably cover the average daily distance driven in Australia – 37 km. In fact, all but one PHEV model on the list are able to cover this distance.

The battery and electric motors in a PHEV provide the benefits of electric cars (cheap energy, quiet driving and strong performance) for most regular daily commutes.

The ICE engine provides additional range and alleviates range anxiety. It also gives owners the option of taking longer trips without the inconvenience of extended charging times.

Less efficient than its ICE and BEV equivalents

Because a PHEV contains both engine and electric, it is more heavier and inefficient than its equivalents when operating in pure electric or engine-only mode respectively.

As per the example below, the efficiency of the Kia Niro PHEV is lower than the BEV version; however, it is still able to deliver the aforementioned benefits.

Convenient access to charging

Buyers of PHEV are typically looking to cover their day-to-day commute using the electric range. The smaller battery of a PHEV means you are likely to deplete the capacity regularly.

To ensure regular use of the all-electric range, you will ideally need convenient access to a charging outlet (home or workplace) as you'll need to be recharging regularly.

Federal Government PHEV Incentives

PHEVs fell under the definition of zero or low emission vehicles. The Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) exemption for plug-in hybrid vehicles expired on April 1, 2025

State Government PHEV Incentives

The Northern Territory government is the only state/territory government to provide financial incentives for PHEV purchases. You can read more about them in our ultimate EV incentives guide.