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Are electric cars really that much more expensive to insure?

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High insurance costs are often cited as a barrier in electric car adoption in Australia. But are EVs really that much more expensive to insure in 2025? Additionally, there is no finance owed on his personal car, while the excess is set at $1000 and the sum insured is of market value. But is there any truth to it?

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Nissan Lowers Price of Ariya EV Now Starting at $39,590

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Notably, it has been named to various prestigious lists and received the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s 2024 TOP SAFETY PICK designation. Moreover, starting in 2025, Nissan plans to integrate NACS ports into its EVs for seamless charging on the Tesla Supercharger network.

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2020 Tesla Model 3: Used car review

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“Starting from $67,900 (MSRP in 2020), the Model 3 offers up to 620km of driving range, and if you opt for the top-specification Performance model, can dispatch a 0–100km/h dash in just 3.4 Remember too, all Teslas can use the extensive Tesla charging network right around Australia.

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Is it cheaper to own an electric car or a petrol car over five years? We find out

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PETROL ELECTRIC Model BMW X1 xDrive 20 BMW iX1 eDrive 20 Price (MSRP) $70,400 $78,900 Output 150kW/300Nm 150kW/250Nm Drive All-wheel-drive, seven-speed automatic Front-wheel-drive, single-speed automatic Av. Insurance: Petrol vs electric Another area prone to high variability is insurance. fuel/energy consumption 7.2L/100km

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Should I buy a 2024 BYD Dolphin or a Toyota Corolla?

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Unlike Toyota – which sells its vehicles through a traditional franchise dealer network that allows for negotiation – the BYD’s price is fixed and can’t be haggled. A year of comprehensive insurance coverage from a leading provider costs $1604, based on a comparative quote for a 35-year-old male driver living in Chatswood, NSW.

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Should I buy a 2024 Mitsubishi Triton GSR or an Isuzu D-Max X-Terrain?

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Key details 202 4 Mitsubishi Triton GSR 2024 Isuzu D-Max X-Terrain Price (MSRP) $63,840 plus on-road costs $65,990 drive-away (offer) $70,500 plus on-road costs $67,990 drive-away (offer) Colour of test car Black Mica Mercury Silver Options Tow bar kit – $1450 Premium paint – $695 Tow bar tongue – $215.05 12-pin plug – $393.25

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2024 Toyota bZ4X vs Subaru Solterra electric SUV comparison: What’s the difference?

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The Toyota is also available for purchase through a new Full-Service Lease program that includes insurance, servicing and registration costs in one monthly payment. Another factor is the dealership network. Insurance estimates may vary based on your location, driving history, and personal circumstances.