The 2026 Mitsubishi ASX VR-e is due in New Zealand dealerships in December, with recommended selling prices from NZ$57,990 to NZ$72,990 plus on-road costs. But there is not yet enough verified New Zealand competitor pricing in the available information to name a like-for-like local rival at those prices. Use the VR-e’s confirmed specifications as a shortlist benchmark, then compare it with electric SUVs actually on sale in your market using matching drive-away prices and trims.
What the Mitsubishi ASX VR-e costs in New Zealand
Mitsubishi Motors New Zealand lists a four-model range, scheduled to reach dealerships in December 2026. These are recommended selling prices, not confirmed drive-away totals; on-road costs are additional.
| New Zealand trim | Recommended selling price | Drivetrain | Stated WLTP range |
|---|---|---|---|
| LS | NZ$57,990 plus on-road costs | Rear-wheel drive | Up to 403 km |
| XLS | NZ$63,990 plus on-road costs | Rear-wheel drive | Up to 398 km |
| Exceed | NZ$67,990 plus on-road costs | Rear-wheel drive | Up to 380 km |
| GSR | NZ$72,990 plus on-road costs | All-wheel drive | Up to 328 km |
All four versions are listed with a 57.7 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery. Mitsubishi specifies the RWD models at 171 kW and 350 Nm, with a 0–100 km/h time of 6.8 seconds. The dual-motor GSR AWD is listed at 342 kW and 700 Nm, reaching 100 km/h in 3.9 seconds. These are manufacturer-reported figures, not independent test results. The ranges are WLTP estimates, not a promise of the distance a particular driver will achieve. Mitsubishi Motors New Zealand’s 2026 announcement has the local pricing and specifications.
Equipment may help decide which price point to use when comparing rivals. The NZ announcement lists a 15.6-inch central touchscreen and 9.2-inch driver display. XLS and higher add heated and ventilated front seats; Exceed and GSR add a panoramic glass roof and premium 12-speaker audio. Check the final market trim specification before treating any feature as confirmed for a particular vehicle.
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Are there electric SUVs at a similar price?
A verified New Zealand or Australian shortlist at matching local prices is not established here. The comparable-price answer depends on your market, the rival’s precise trim, and whether both prices include the same taxes, delivery and on-road charges. In New Zealand, compare the rival’s drive-away quote with the ASX VR-e’s eventual on-road total—not just its pre-cost RSP.
For context only, a 2026 UK guide lists these advertised starting prices. They are UK prices and are not direct price matches for the New Zealand ASX VR-e; currencies, taxes, trims, availability and delivery conventions differ.
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| Model in the UK guide | UK advertised starting price |
|---|---|
| Renault 4 | £23,500 |
| Nissan Leaf | £32,600 |
| Skoda Elroq | £34,000 |
| Citroën e-C5 Aircross | £34,000 |
| Toyota C-HR+ | £34,500 |
| Kia EV3 | £36,100 |
Those figures come from Auto Express’s 2026 UK electric-SUV guide. They identify models to investigate if they are offered locally, not confirmed New Zealand or Australian alternatives at equivalent prices. Mitsubishi announced the ASX VR-e for Australia and New Zealand in 2026 and says it is supplied on an OEM basis by Foxtron Vehicle Technologies, a Foxconn subsidiary; that announcement does not establish competitor pricing. Mitsubishi Motors Corporation’s announcement also describes local-road testing and suspension tuning as manufacturer claims, rather than independent road-test validation.
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Once local competitor pricing and availability are confirmed, compare the exact trims you can buy, rather than ranking model names in isolation. The useful questions are:
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- How far will it go in your use? Start with each model’s official range and test-cycle label, then look for independent tests conducted under stated conditions. Official WLTP range and real-world driving range are not interchangeable. Which? says its controlled testing can show how official figures diverge from use and reports an average of about 240 miles for electric SUVs in its 2026 guide’s sample; that is a result for its sample, not a guarantee for any model. See Which?’s electric-SUV guide.
- Can you charge it conveniently? Check the rival’s maximum DC charging rate and the time and conditions attached to any quoted charge window. If you expect to charge at home, verify AC charging capability, connector, cable provision and home-charger requirements for the local vehicle specification.
- Does the cabin work for your household? Compare rear-seat space, luggage capacity, visibility, parking aids and safety equipment in the actual trims. A test drive and a look at your usual child seats, luggage or mobility equipment may reveal more than exterior dimensions alone.
- What support comes with it? Compare warranty coverage, exclusions, servicing conditions and the local dealer or service network. Do not assume warranty terms are identical across markets or model variants.
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Mitsubishi Motors New Zealand states that the VR-e supports DC fast charging up to 134 kW and can charge from about 10% to 80% in approximately 30 minutes under suitable conditions. The importer also lists five regenerative-braking levels, One Pedal mode and vehicle-to-load output up to 3.6 kW through an accessory adapter.
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Should you wait for the ASX VR-e or shop now?
If you need a New Zealand electric SUV before December 2026, compare vehicles already available locally using current dealer quotes and the checklist above. If you can wait, the ASX VR-e gives you a defined set of New Zealand trims, stated WLTP ranges and RSPs to assess, but its final on-road costs and any remaining market-specific details still matter. In Australia, check Mitsubishi Australia’s current pricing and equipment separately; New Zealand prices should not be carried across the Tasman.
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