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Australia’s affordable EV shift is showing up in first-time buyers
Key Takeaways
- The Jaecoo J5 has sold 1,845 units since launch and entered Australia’s top ten in recent months.
- A first-time EV owner cited AU$37,000 pricing, 400 km range, safety tech, and cargo space as key reasons to buy.
- The purchase illustrates how affordability and practicality may be broadening EV adoption beyond early enthusiasts.
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DT Editorial Team··via cleantechnica.com
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