Thanks for joining us this Tuesday 4th of February 2025. Notably in car news today: Pricing announced for Volvo EX90 seven-seat EV SUV, Volkswagen says supply of Amarok utes is strong in Australia, Aston Martin reveals plans for EV model but there will be a wait, and more
Browse this issue:
- Pricing announced for Volvo EX90 seven-seat SUV
- Volkswagen says supply of Amarok utes is strong in Australia
- Aston Martin reveals plans for EV model – but there will be a wait
- Chery Tigo pricing and specs updated for 2025
- 2024 Hyundai Kona long-term review
Pricing announced for Volvo EX90 seven-seat SUV
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Pricing has just been released by Volvo for their flagship EX90 SUV. This is the first fully electric SUV ever offered by Volvo.
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There are two variants available in the EX90 line-up: the Plus Twin Motor, which costs $124,990, and the Ultra Twin Motor Performance, landing at $134,990.
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Volvo says the Plus Twin Motor delivers 300kW and 770Nm, providing 0-100km/h times of 5.9 seconds.
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The Ultra Twin Motor offers an enhanced 480kW and 910Nm, with claimed 0-100km/h times of just 4.9 seconds.
Volkswagen says supply of Amarok utes is strong in Australia
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Volkswagen Australia’s Commercial Vehicle Director, Ryan Davies, says that for the first time since the launch of the current generation Amarok, the importer has the supply of vehicles right.
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Driveaway pricing for the 2025 VW Amarok range is now lower than prices offered on the Ford Ranger platform, which the Amarok is based off.
Volkswagen are saying they have their supply dialled in for 2025 Amarok sales.
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Pricing starts from $59,777 for Core versions, while the higher-spec Style is priced from $73,740 driveaway.
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According to VFACTS, Volkswagen sold 8400 VW Amaroks last year, an increase of nearly 27 percent compared to the previous year. Ford Ranger sales, which came in at a combined 62,593 units in 2024, continue to dominate the space however.
Aston Martin reveals plans for EV model, but there will be a wait
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Aston Martin has said they will enter the EV market, with new CEO Adrian Hallmark discussing the brand’s plan for the future.
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Hybrid production will expand first, with the brand releasing a suite of plug-in hybrid options. The first hybrid offered will be the mid-engined Valhalla.
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While Aston Martin has announced these plans heading towards electrification, it seems they are taking their time to get there. The first EV is expected before the end of this decade, with the release slated for 2030.
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“It’s not as clear-cut as three or five years ago, but the general-direction is absolutely towards electrification. Our commitment is towards carbon-neutral or net zero, but to get there we will double down and add incremental products in the hybrid space before we get to full electric,” said Hallmark.
Chery Tiggo pricing and specs updated for 2025
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For 2025, Chery has revealed they will be offering two new Tiggo 7 Pro midsize models.
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These will fall under the banners of SE (Special Edition) and SE+, which are expected to launch in Australia later this month.
Chery Tiggo 7 SE to start from $29,990 driveawy.
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Pricing starts from $29,990 driveaway for the SE, with the SE+ costing $39,990 driveaway.
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Both vehicles are powered by Chery’s own 1.6L turbo-charged petrol engine, mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. For 2025, the Tiggo 7 Pro is covered by a seven-year warranty and has achieved a five-star ANCAP rating.
2025 Hyundai Kona long-term review
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Chasing Cars Journalist, Olek Novak, has been putting kilometres on his long-term Hyundai Kona.
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This is the final installment for this particular vehicle, with Olek putting the vehicle (he has dubbed Agnes) through six-months of testing.
Hyundai Kona Electric proved to be a fun daily driver.
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Olek is quick to praise the low running costs, ease of liveability and the fact that the Kona is a fun vehicle to drive daily.
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His main challenge with the vehicle is a lack of charging ability at home tarnishing his EV ownership experience.
READ: Link to written review
The next issue of Car News Today will be published on Wednesday 5th of February at 4.30pm Sydney time.
