What to consider when buying an electric car

Buying an electric car is a significant investment, so it pays to compare electric cars and understand what your lending and insurance options are.

Our electric car products and services

When you’re ready to switch to an electric car, we’re here to make the transition seamless. Purchase and protect your electric car with products and services that have evolved for a more sustainable future.

Home Solar
Home solar power and batteries
Power up your home and car using the Queensland sun.
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Chargefox EV charging network
Save a minimum of 10% when you charge at select Chargefox sites across Australia.~~
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Roadside assistance for EVs
Choose from multiple levels of cover for your electric vehicle.*
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RACQ Car and Motorcycle Insurance
Get comprehensive cover for your electric vehicle today. 
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RACQ Car Buying Service
Take the hassle out of finding a new vehicle. Our car buying service is free for RACQ members.~~
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Search and compare cars
On the hunt for your next vehicle? Compare key specs with our car comparison tool.

Things to note

Banking and loan products issued by Members Banking Group Limited ABN 83 087 651 054 AFSL/Australian credit licence 241195 trading as RACQ Bank. Terms, conditions, fees, charges and lending policies apply. This is general advice only and may not be right for you. This information does not take your personal objectives, circumstances or needs into account. Read the disclosure documents for your selected product or service, including the Financial Services Guide and the Terms and Conditions, and consider if appropriate for you before deciding.

Except for RACQ Bank, any RACQ entity referred to on this page is not an authorised deposit-taking institution for the purposes of the Banking Act 1959 (Cth). That entity’s obligations do not represent deposits or other liabilities of RACQ Bank. RACQ Bank does not guarantee or otherwise provide assurance in respect of the obligations of that entity, unless noted otherwise.

Insurance products (excluding Travel Insurance) are issued by RACQ Insurance Limited ABN 50 009 704 152 (RACQ). Conditions, limits and exclusions apply. This is general advice only and may not be right for you. This information does not take your personal objectives, circumstances or needs into account. Read the Product Disclosure Statement (PDS) and any applicable Supplementary PDS before making a purchase decision on this product. You can also access our Target Market Determinations on this website.

~~ Terms and conditions apply to all offers. View the individual offer for full details. Offer is subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice.  

^The Green Car Loan is available for new lending only to purchase a plug-in electric car up to 12 months old.

*Conditions, limits and exclusions apply. Visit racq.com/roadside for details.

Terms, conditions and exclusions apply. See racq.com.au/car/roadside-assistance/roadside-terms-and-conditions for details.