Long-term test! Hyundai Inster 2026 review Australia: Is this tiny, head-turning EV a good city car?

Tom White reviews the 2026 Hyundai Inster Extended Range to see how this light SUV handles Australian roads over the long term. This flagship variant features a 49kWh battery delivering a 360km WLTP driving range and a 84.5kW electric motor. The video explores the boxy retro design and a versatile interior equipped with dual 10.25-inch digital screens and sliding rear seats. We test the daily practicality of the 280-litre boot and the convenience of V2L technology for powering external devices. Tom evaluates the driving impressions in urban traffic and on the highway to check if the 10.6-metre turning circle and local suspension tuning meet expectations. The review also covers the five-year/unlimited-kilometre warranty and the 30,000km service intervals. Value is a key focus as the Inster faces tough competition from the BYD Dolphin, MG4 Urban and GWM Ora 5. This assessment breaks down whether the premium pricing is justified by the high level of standard safety tech and polished European feel. Gain a complete understanding of how this compact EV fits into the competitive Australian new car market. #Hyundai #Inster #Review -- Timecodes: 00:00 Intro 00:27 Pricing and features 01:14 Design 02:37 Practicality 06:13 Under the bonnet 06:40 Efficiency 08:19 Driving 12:03 Safety 13:02 Ownership 13:35 Verdict -- Read Tom's full review: https://bit.ly/448Uou1 Check out our Hyundai Inster hub: https://bit.ly/4uQck7k Find more SUVs: https://bit.ly/3QVs1X1 Visit our UrbanGuide: https://bit.ly/3YdCaoP -- CarsGuide - Go beyond the test drive Visit our website for News, Reviews, Advice and more: https://www.carsguide.com.au Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/carsguide Like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/carsguide.australia Follow our TikTok profile: https://www.tiktok.com/@carsguide.com.au Follow our Instagram profile: https://www.instagram.com/carsguideaus Follow our X profile: https://www.x.com/CarsGuide Follow our Threads profile: https://www.threads.net/@carsguideaus Follow our LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/carsguide-com-au