KGM Musso EV ute: Australian specs and pricing revealed

At a Glance 

• Three-variant Musso EV range from $60,000 to $64,000 drive-away for private buyers 
• 80.6kWh LFP battery with up to 420km WLTP range and 300 kW DC peak quoted  
• 1,800 kg braked towing and up to 905 kg payload, aimed at lifestyle and light-duty towing rather than big caravans 

Australia finally has a more affordable electric dual-cab ute with the KGM Musso EV today confirmed to kick off from $60,000 drive-away and offer a WLTP driving range up to 420km. 

Diesel dual-cabs still dominate Australian sales but the Musso EV gives buyers a factory-built battery ute to cross-shop against a growing list of plug-in rivals like the BYD Shark, Ford Ranger PHEV and GWM Cannon Alpha, as well as the more expensive LDV eT60 full EV ute. 

The South Korean brand, formerly known as SsangYong, today announced pricing and specifications for the three-variant Musso EV range: the single-motor Musso EV 2WD and Musso EV 2WD Black Edge, and the dual-motor Musso EV AWD. Recommended drive-away pricing for private buyers is $60,000 for the 2WD, $62,000 for the 2WD Black Edge and $64,000 for the AWD. 

That places the Musso EV well under the LDV eT60, which still hovers around the low-$90k mark before on-road costs, and not far above the best-selling PHEV ute, the BYD Shark which starts from $57,900. 

KGM Musso EV: specs, range and charging 

Under the skin, every Musso EV uses an 80.6kWh lithium-iron phosphate blade battery. In 2WD form there is a single front motor producing 152kW and 339Nm, while the AWD variant adds a matching rear motor for a combined 266kW and 630Nm, all fed through a single speed reduction gearbox. 

WLTP rated range is quoted at 420 kilometres for the 2WD and 380 kilometres for the AWD. Energy use is listed at 230Wh per kilometre for the 2WD and 260 Wh per kilometre for the AWD, which converts to roughly 23 and 26kWh per 100 kilometres. 

Charging hardware is relatively strong on paper. All grades get a 10.5kW onboard AC charger, with a claimed 0 to 100 per cent AC charge time of about 10 hours 20 minutes on an 11kW wallbox. On DC, KGM quotes peak capability of up to 300kW, which it says can deliver a 10 to 80 percent top-up in about 36 minutes on an ultra -rapid unit, or around 46 minutes on a more common 100kW freeway charger (although given the fact this is a sub-400-volt EV, we question the charge curve on the faster chargers.) 

Vehicle-to-load functionality is standard, allowing the ute to power camping gear, tools or a small worksite directly from the battery. The regenerative braking system has three levels, adjusted via steering wheel paddles, and can vary its strength dynamically based on gradient and traffic. 

In terms of size, the Musso EV is 5,160mm long, 1,920mm wide and 1,750mm high, on a 3,150mm wheelbase. Ground clearance is quoted at 181.4 mm, with approach, departure and breakover angles of 20.2, 24.3 and 15.1 degrees. 

The tub is 1,345mm long, 1,515mm wide and 510mm deep, matching the diesel Musso. Payload is up to 905kg for the 2WD and 805kg for the AWD. 

Braked towing is capped at 1,800kg, with 750kg unbraked and 180kg towball load. That towing figure is noticeably down on the 3.5 tonne claims of most diesel dual cabs, including the diesel Musso, and it will matter for buyers hauling larger tandem axle caravans or big boats. For those needs, plug-in hybrid rivals like the BYD Shark, Ford Ranger PHEV and GWM Cannon Alpha will likely stay on more shopping lists than the full battery-powered Musso. 

KGM Musso EV: on the outside 

Visually, the Musso EV leans heavily into KGM’s “Powered by toughness” design language. The front end gets a sculpted bonnet, dot pattern LED daytime running lights, LED headlights and a three-dimensional black grille with a silver skid-plate-style treatment that gives it a tougher stance without going full caricature. 

Along the sides, pronounced wheel arches, door mouldings and a C-pillar “sail plane” with Rhino emblem nod to the nameplate’s workhorse heritage. At the rear there is a debossed KGM tailgate logo, LED tail lamp signatures and corner steps moulded into the bumper. 

The Black Edge edition leans into darker styling, with black 17-inch alloys plus black bonnet garnish, mirrors, sail plane, C-pillar emblem and tailgate badge for buyers who prefer a more stealthy factory look. 

Colour choices span Grand White, Space Black, Blazing Gold, Marble Grey, Ultra Marine and Amazonia Green, with most hues available across the range and metallic paint attracting a $700 premium. 

KGM Musso EV: on the inside 

KGM has lifted most of the diesel Musso’s recent cabin update straight into the EV. Every variant gets the “Slim and Wide” dashboard layout with a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster joined to a 12.3-inch central touchscreen on a single panoramic panel, running the brand’s Athena 2.0 interface. 

Across the range, standard cabin features include: 

• Leather-look upholstery in the 2WD and AWD, leather and suede trim in the Black Edge 
• 8-way powered front seats with powered driver’s lumbar 
• Heated front seats and heated outer rear seats 
• Ventilated front seats 
• 60/40 sliding, reclining and folding rear bench with an 80mm slide range and up to 32 degrees of recline 
• Dual-zone climate control 
• Ambient interior lighting 
• Leather heated steering wheel 

The Black Edge version trades the regular leather-look trim for a sportier leather and suede mix, plus suede headrests and door inserts, and a dark woodgrain dash treatment. Inside, it is pitched as the more premium, style-led option rather than a basic graphics pack. 

KGM Musso EV: the tech 

On the tech front, all Musso EV variants share the same basic equipment set, which is reassuring if you are looking at the entry 2WD. Standard fit includes: 

• 12.3-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto 
• 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster 
• 3D 360-degree camera system 
• Wireless phone charging pad 
• Rain-sensing wipers
• Power folding, heated exterior mirrors 

The Black Edge focuses on cosmetic upgrades, so the infotainment and driver tech spec is the same as the standard 2WD. The AWD grade also mirrors the 2WD for cabin tech, with the key difference being the extra driven axle and higher system outputs. 

From a work and touring point of view, the 360-degree camera and vehicle-to-load capability are the standout upgrades over an equivalent diesel Musso, especially if you spend time hitching trailers in tight caravan parks or using the ute as a mobile power source. 

KGM Musso EV: safety 

The Musso EV range launches with a full active safety suite fitted as standard. All grades include eight airbags and a broad spread of driver assist tech: 

• Autonomous emergency braking with forward collision warning 
• Lane keeping assist and lane departure warning 
• Forward vehicle start alert 
• High beam assist 
• Safety distance alert 
• Multi collision braking 
• Trailer stability assist 
• Electronic stability control, ABS, brake assist and emergency stop signal 
• Front and rear parking sensors, backed by the 360 degree camera 

ANCAP or Euro NCAP ratings for the Musso EV have not yet been detailed at the time of writing, so buyers will need to rely on the feature list and, in time, local crash test data once it is available. 

KGM Musso EV: practicality 

KGM is pitching the Musso EV as a ute that can double as a family car, and on paper the numbers line up. The rear bench offers 1,002 mm of headroom and generous cabin width, which the brand says exceeds typical mid-size SUVs, and the sliding and reclining rear seats should help keep adults more comfortable on longer runs. 

The tub is familiar Musso territory, with the same footprint as the diesel, eight tie-down hooks, a moulded tub liner that extends over the rails and integrated tub lighting for after dark loading. It is still a conventional open tray rather than a powered front storage space or lockable box solution, which will suit buyers who want a straightforward workhorse layout. 

A factory self-leveling rear suspension system is fitted across the range. That set-up automatically adjusts the ride height when the ute is carrying a heavy load in the tub or towing near its 1.8-tonne limit to keep the body more level and maintain consistent handling. It is a feature rarely seen at this price point, and one that underlines the Musso EV’s focus on loaded stability rather than headline towing numbers. 

Cabin storage is familiar dual-cab fare, with a covered centre console bin, cupholders, door pockets and space for phones and loose items around the gear selector. It is not a showy interior, but the essentials are covered. 

The round up 

The KGM Musso EV arrives into a segment that is light on competition, and for that reason alone it might claim first-mover advantage. For now, it stands as the only all electric dual-cab ute being offered by an OEM in Australia, with pricing that undercuts full EV rivals and sits alongside some plug-in hybrids, and with a decent electric-only range. 

Against plug-in rivals such as the BYD Shark, Ford Ranger PHEV and GWM Cannon Alpha, the Musso EV trades outright towing capacity for full-time electric drive, a WLTP range of up to 420 kilometres and running costs that would easily undercut that of thirsty turbo diesels. 

The main caveat is that 1,800kg braked towing will not suit buyers with a three tonne caravan currently matched to a diesel Musso or Ford Ranger. For lighter single axle vans, boats and work trailers though, the Musso EV’s payload, self levelling rear suspension and long warranty (7-year/unlimitedkm vehicle and 10-year/unlimitedkm battery) promises to be enough to tempt some ute owners to plug in rather than fuel up. 

As always, the real test will come once it has been driven on Australian roads, loaded and unloaded, to see how the numbers on the spec sheet translate into the day -to-day grind and those weekend trips KGM is targeting. The Musso EV ute goes on sale December 1, 2025.