KGM has pulled off a surprise in the Australian ute segment! While Toyota, Isuzu, LDV, and even Tesla still talk about future electric utes, the 2026 KGM Musso EV has quietly become Australia’s first factory-built, all-wheel-drive electric ute that isn’t a left-hand-drive conversion or an SUV pretending to be a ute.
At a $60,000–$64,000 drive-away price range, it’s also the cheapest electric ute with practical range on sale in Australia. But this isn’t a direct Ford Ranger rival, it’s a car-derived lifestyle ute based on the KGM Torres SUV, designed for families, suburban drivers and weekenders rather than tradies hauling 3.5 tonnes or for any serious off-roading.
KGM Musso EV prices in Australia
| Variant | Price (Driveaway) |
| KGM Musso EV 2WD | $60,000 |
| KGM Musso EV 2WD Black Edge | $62,000 |
| KGM Musso EV AWD | $64,000 |
This undercuts the only other factory-built electric ute sold in Australia, the LDV eT60 ($92,990 + ORC, 330 km range), by a considerable margin of around $30k.
A lifestyle ute, not a heavy-duty hauler
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KGM is very clear, the Musso EV is tuned for lifestyle buyers, not tradies. It’s more comparable to the Ford Maverick overseas than a Toyota HiLux or the Ford Ranger. This is because it’s built on the unibody KGM Torres platform, not the ladder-frame chassis used by the diesel KGM Musso.
What does this mean in the real world:
- Softer ride and better comfort
- Lighter duty load and tow limits
- Larger second-row space
- Less off-road capability than traditional utes
KGM Musso EV: Battery, power, and range
The KGM Musso EV’s powertrain setup is built around a durable BYD-sourced LFP battery and a choice of single- or dual-motor configurations. This powertrain gives it enough punch for daily driving while keeping running costs low. It also supports bi-directional use through vehicle-to-load, making it handy at campsites or worksites.
Performance
| Variant | Motor Setup | Power | Torque |
| 2WD | Single motor | 152 kW | 339 Nm |
| AWD | Dual motor | 266 kW | 630 Nm |
The dual-motor variant delivers stronger on-road performance, while the 2WD keeps things simple and efficient.
Charging
- DC fast charging is available, with claimed peak speeds higher than those reported by overseas testing.
- AC charging capability suits overnight home charging, and the V2L function adds day-to-day flexibility.
| Type | Spec |
| DC fast charging | 10–80% in 45 mins on 100 kW |
| AC charging | Up to 10.5 kW (approx. 10 hours full) |
| V2L | Yes |
Range
| Variant | Range (WLTP) |
| 2WD | 420 km |
| AWD | 380 km |
Both variants offer a competitive real-world range for a lifestyle ute, especially considering the KGM Musso EV’s price positioning.
Practicality and dimensions
Despite being car-derived, the 2026 KGM Musso EV still offers solid everyday usability. Its 181 mm ground clearance, roughly 50 mm lower than a typical diesel ute, reinforces its suburban, lifestyle-oriented focus rather than hardcore off-road intent.
Tub and space
The KGM Musso EV retains a proper ute tub with the following dimensions:
- Length: 1345 mm
- Width: 1515 mm
- Depth: 510 mm
Eight tie-down points, a tub liner and corner steps are all standard.
Payload and towing
| Spec | 2WD |
| Payload | 905 kg |
| Braked towing | 1800 kg |
Interior highlights
Inside, the KGM Musso EV feels more like a modern SUV than a commercial vehicle. Features standard on 2WD include:
- 12.3-inch digital cluster
- 12.3-inch centre touchscreen
- Apple CarPlay + Android Auto
- Ambient lighting
- Heated & ventilated front seats
- Heated outboard rear seats
- Sliding + reclining rear seats (60:40)
- Dual-zone climate control
- 360-degree 3D camera
- Self-levelling rear suspension
- Wireless phone charger
The Black Edge Edition adds suede trim, black exterior styling and dark woodgrain inside.
Safety equipment highlights
Features that are standard across the KGM Musso EV range:
- AEB with FCW
- Lane keep assist
- Lane departure warning
- High beam assist
- Trailer sway assist
- Eight airbags
- Front + rear sensors
- Multi-collision braking
Key takeaways for buyers
Where the KGM Musso EV stands in the Australian ute market becomes clear when you strip away the heavy-duty expectations. The 2026 KGM Musso EV isn’t built for towing horse floats, hauling loaded trailers or tackling remote bush tracks every week; its modest towing capacity, lower ground clearance and unibody SUV-derived platform make that obvious.
When you judge it for what it is rather than what traditional utes are, the appeal sharpens. This is a comfortable, tech-rich, all-electric lifestyle ute with an excellent price-to-range ratio, a BYD-sourced battery pack, optional AWD and the kind of ride comfort you expect from an SUV more than a workhorse.
Its weaknesses remain clear; it can’t tow like the diesel crowd, it doesn’t sit as high off the ground, and the fast-charging claim (300 kW vs the more likely ~150 kW) raises questions. Still, in a segment with almost no direct rivals, the KGM Musso EV offers impressive value for everyday suburban and family buyers looking to go electric without overspending.
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