Year-End Reader Data Shows Australians Flocking to Mid-Size SUVs and BYD EVs
Year-end lists from Drive, CarExpert, Torquecafe reveal a split pitting value-focused electric SUVs against traditional luxury and performance models.
Overview
- Drive’s most-read review of 2025 was a hybrid medium SUV comparison that crowned the Hyundai Tucson over the Kia Sportage and Nissan X-Trail.
- BYD dominated Drive’s traffic with the Sealion 7 launch review at No. 2 and the Seal Dynamic sedan at No. 3, with Drive noting BYD has since clarified its warranty.
- CarExpert’s most-viewed mid-size SUV reviews were led by the BYD Sealion 6 after Australia-specific suspension tuning and revised pricing, with the Sealion 7 also near the top.
- CarExpert highlighted strong interest in Chinese newcomers such as BYD, Zeekr and Geely, and noted the absence of usual best-sellers like Toyota RAV4 and Mazda CX-5 from its top list.
- Torquecafe’s top five skewed to premium and performance picks including the Genesis G80, Audi RS Q8 Performance and Audi e-tron GT, contrasting with mass-market crossover interest elsewhere.