Chinese EVs Dominate Year-End Mid-Size SUV Reviews as Segment Leads Australia in 2025

Overview

• CarExpert’s most-viewed mid-size SUV reviews ranked BYD’s Sealion 6 first, followed by the Sealion 7, Zeekr 7X, Geely EX5 and Subaru Forester Hybrid.
• FCAI VFACTS data cited by CarExpert shows nearly 300,000 medium SUVs sold in 2025, with Chinese newcomers drawing attention while staples like Toyota RAV4 and Mazda CX-5 did not appear in the list.
• The updated BYD Sealion 6 added Australia-specific suspension tuning and revised pricing, and was described by the reviewer as the best-selling plug‑in hybrid in the market.
• BYD’s Sealion 7 was framed as the brand’s key local rollout and was praised for a solid Australian setup, space and usability, with the Premium grade highlighted for value even as real-world efficiency remains to be proven.
• Review takeaways noted Zeekr’s 7X as an enticing new EV, Geely’s EX5 lacking Apple CarPlay and Android Auto at launch with pricing yet to be confirmed, and Subaru’s Forester Hybrid appealing to buyers prioritising ruggedness and reliability; Drive’s year-end list likewise showed strong interest in the Sealion 7.