Key highlights
- The Moke Mk2 uses a 23.5kWh battery and offers up to 169km of claimed WLTP driving range.
- Its electric motor produces 33 kW and 100Nm of torque, with a top speed of 85km/h.
- The updated Moke is due in 2027, but Australian pricing and availability remain unconfirmed.
The iconic Moke is getting an electric update, with the new Mk2 version set to arrive in 2027 with a larger battery, improved range and the same open-air design that has made the little runabout distinctive for decades.
Unveiled at the 2026 Paris Motor Show, the Moke Mk2 builds on the previous electric model introduced in 2022. It is designed for short trips and relaxed drives rather than outright performance or long-distance touring.
Power comes from a 23.5kWh battery pack, delivering a claimed WLTP range of up to 169km. Moke International also reports a potential range of around 185km in city or coastal driving, based on its own real-world testing.
Those figures are modest compared with mainstream electric cars, but the Moke serves a different purpose. Its compact proportions and open cabin make it more suited to beachside drives, holiday destinations and local errands than daily highway commuting.
The electric Moke has a claimed top speed of 85km/h, which should be sufficient for low-speed urban roads and local routes. However, its limited top speed and relatively short range will restrict its usefulness on faster roads and longer journeys.
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Modest power and no DC fast charging
The Moke Mk2’s electric motor produces 33 kW, equivalent to around 33kW, and 74lb-ft of torque, or approximately 100Nm. That output is not designed to deliver rapid acceleration, with the focus instead on simple, low-speed motoring.
Charging is another area where the Moke differs from conventional electric vehicles. The Mk2 does not support DC fast charging, with AC charging capped at 6.6kW.
Moke International claims a 20 to 80 per cent charge takes around two hours using a suitable AC charger. Plugging into a standard household power outlet takes approximately seven hours for a full charge.
For owners using the Moke mainly around a holiday property or coastal town, overnight charging could be sufficient. However, the absence of DC fast charging makes it less convenient for drivers who need to replenish the battery quickly while travelling.
Classic Moke styling with a few modern additions
The Moke Mk2 retains the design cues that made the original Mini Moke recognisable, including its upright windscreen, simple lighting, exposed bodywork, compact wheels and open cabin.
Buyers will be able to choose from nine colours, including Sonoma Red, Laguna Blue, Venice White, Wave Blue, Sunlight Yellow, Sunset Orange, Shell White, Eucalyptus Green and Palm Green.
The electric powertrain also frees up some space at the front, where the absence of a conventional engine allows for a small storage compartment measuring three cubic feet, equivalent to around 85 litres.
Other additions include USB-C connectivity, cup holders and a simple instrument panel. These features bring some everyday convenience without changing the Moke’s deliberately basic approach to motoring.
The open-top, doorless layout remains central to the vehicle’s appeal. It offers a more exposed driving experience than a conventional hatchback or SUV, although that also means less protection from the weather.
Will the Moke Mk2 come to Australia?
The Moke name has a long history in Australia. The original Mini Moke launched in 1964, with Australian production beginning in 1966. Manufacturing later expanded to Portugal, while the revived electric model is now built in England by Moke International.
The Mk2 is planned for sale in the US and Europe, with a starting price of £36,000, equivalent to approximately US$47,000 according to the supplied launch information. That overseas price does not establish what the vehicle would cost in Australia, where taxes, shipping and other market-specific costs could affect the final figure.
As of October 2026, Australian pricing, launch timing and availability have not been confirmed.
If it reaches Australia, the Moke Mk2 would occupy a niche rather than compete directly with mainstream electric cars. Its appeal would likely centre on resorts, coastal communities, private properties and buyers seeking a distinctive recreational vehicle.
For most Australian drivers, its limited range, modest top speed and lack of DC fast charging would make it an impractical substitute for a conventional car. But for those who value open-air motoring and short, leisurely trips, the electric Moke offers a modern take on a familiar design without abandoning its original character.
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