Hyundai Inster trims prices, drops equipment in Australia

Hyundai has cut the list price of its Inster electric car in Australia, lowering the Standard Range and Cross models by $1,500 each. The changes take effect on July 2026 and start with vehicles already arriving in the market. The revised pricing places the Inster below the Honda Super‑One as the cheapest non‑Chinese EV in the country, following a series of earlier discounts that began in 2025.

Equipment and model cutbacks

The updated lineup no longer includes the Extended Range model or the Cross version fitted with a roof‑basket. Both remaining models have also lost key equipment: the heat pump, an interior vehicle‑to‑load outlet and a portable emergency charging cable. Hyundai keeps a battery heating system to maintain cabin comfort, but the equipment cuts reduce the car’s overall functionality.

Hyundai is advertising a drive‑away price of $35,990 for the Standard Range until 31 December 2026. This promotional offer is separate from the $1,500 list‑price reduction. It places the Inster $910 cheaper than the Honda Super‑One’s $36,900 drive‑away price, reclaiming the title of Australia’s cheapest non‑Chinese EV. The offer is available only for new stock eligible for purchase and delivery by the deadline.

Drive‑away discount

Chinese‑made rivals remain cheaper. The BYD Atto 1 is listed at $19,990 drive‑away, $16,000 below the Inster’s current offer. Other options include the MG4 Urban at $31,990 and the Ora 5 at $33,990. In comparison, the Inster Standard Range has a 42kWh battery, 71.1kW motor and 327km WLTP range, while the Cross offers a 49kWh battery, 84.5kW motor and 360km WLTP range.

Overall, Hyundai’s price cuts continue to make the Inster competitive, but the removal of equipment and the loss of the extended‑range option may affect buyer appeal. While the Inster remains the cheapest non‑Chinese EV in Australia, many Chinese models are still significantly cheaper. Buyers looking for a front‑wheel‑drive, 147Nm electric car with 30‑minute fast‑charging can still find a range of options in the market.