Forthing
Medium range-extender plug-in hybrid SUV
From $36,990 drive-away
The same body as the Electric but driven by an electric motor, with a petrol engine acting only as a generator.
We haven't driven the Range Extender Hybrid yet. On paper, forthing is offering a $2500 Visa gift card plus a portable charger (valued at $279 RRP) on new stock bought and delivered between 1 November and 31 December 2026. Premium paint adds $600.
Drivers who want electric commuting all week but no range anxiety on weekends away, on a tight budget.
Easy to live with and park
5 seats
From $36,990 drive-away
170 km
Electric-only range
31.94 kWh
Battery
AC charging up to 6.6 kW.
7 yrs/200,000 km vehicle / 8 yrs/200,000 km battery
Warranty
| Grade | Price from | Powertrain | EV range | Power | Key differences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luxury | $36,990 drive-away | Electric drive motor with petrol range-extender engine | 170 km electric WLTP, 937 km combined WLTP | 120 kW (motor, 55 kW rated) | 19 inch alloys, 14.6 inch screen, massaging driver's seat, adaptive cruise |
| Exclusive | $40,490 drive-away | Electric drive motor with petrol range-extender engine | 170 km electric WLTP, 937 km combined WLTP | 120 kW (motor, 55 kW rated) | Adds a panoramic sunroof and wireless phone charging |
$36,990 drive-away
19 inch alloys, 14.6 inch screen, massaging driver's seat, adaptive cruise
$40,490 drive-away
Adds a panoramic sunroof and wireless phone charging
Seating
Safety rating. No Australian crash rating for this model yet
Drivetrain
Look at the alternatives if you tow, since no braked towing figure is published, or you want quick DC charging (40 kW).
The same body as the Electric but driven by an electric motor, with a petrol engine acting only as a generator. On paper it does 170 km on battery and 937 km combined (WLTP), from $36,990 drive-away, which makes it the cheapest range extender on sale here.
