An electric golf cart is a battery-powered ride-on vehicle that carries two to six people. New carts start at $7,450 in Australia, and most run on a 48V battery. This guide covers what they cost, how far and fast they go, which batteries to choose, how to charge them, the road rules to check, and how to buy new or used.
What is an electric golf cart?
An electric golf cart is a small ride-on electric vehicle with a seat for the driver and passengers, a rear bag rack or cargo area, and an electric motor powered by a battery pack. It is different from a golf buggy, which is the wheeled trolley you walk behind. Carts are used on golf courses, on estates and resorts, on farms and on larger properties.
We sell new and used carts in three groups: 2-seat carts, 4 and 6 seat carts, and utility carts. You can see them all in our golf cart range.
Where electric golf carts are used
- Golf courses and clubs: 2 and 4 seat carts for players and for course staff.
- Estates and gated communities: short trips between houses, clubhouses and amenities.
- Resorts and venues: moving guests and luggage quietly.
- Farms and properties: a quiet, fuel-free way to cover a large property, with utility carts for hauling.
- Commercial sites: wineries, factories and councils use utility carts for light loads.
Electric golf cart prices in Australia
Prices depend on seats, battery and brand. In our shop today:
| Cart type | Price range | Where to look |
|---|---|---|
| New 2-seat | From $7,450 | 2-seat carts |
| New 4 to 6 seat | From $12,990 to $32,990 | 4 and 6 seat carts |
| Used and ex-fleet | $4,990 to $11,490 | Used golf carts |
Prices include GST, and delivery is a flat $495 Australia-wide.
What the cheapest new carts look like
The lowest-priced new cart is the Cougar 2-Seater Electric Golf Cart at $7,450. Lithium-powered 2-seaters start at $10,990 with the ECAR Lithium A2 2-Seater Golf Cart. For four seats, the Rippa 4-Seat Electric Golf Cart Australia is $12,990 and the ECAR Lithium A4 4-Seater Golf Cart is $13,990.
Every new cart in our range
Range and speed
Our product pages list range and top speed for each cart. Across the carts with full specifications, range runs from 60 km to 95+ km per charge and top speeds from 24 km/h to 38 km/h:
| Cart | Price | Range | Top speed | Battery |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cougar 2-Seater Electric Golf Cart | $7,450 | 60+ km Per Charge (36+ Holes) | 24 km/h (Golf Regulated) | 48V Deep-Cycle Battery Pack |
| ECAR Lithium A2 2-Seater Golf Cart | $10,990 | 80+ km Per Charge | 25 km/h | 48V 105Ah LiFePO4 Lithium |
| Rippa 4-Seat Electric Golf Cart Australia | $12,990 | 75+ km Per Charge | 25 km/h (Conditional Road Compliant) | 48V 100Ah Lithium LiFePO4 |
| ECAR Lithium A4 4-Seater Golf Cart | $13,990 | 80 km Per Charge | 25 km/h | 48V 105Ah LiFePO4 Lithium Battery |
| ECAR Lithium Magnum 4LR Lifted 4x4 Off-Road Cart | $16,990 | 70+ km (Rough Terrain) | 32 km/h | 48V 105Ah Deep-Cycle Lithium |
| Tomberlin E-Merge SS 4-Seat Luxury Saloon Cart | $27,990 | 90+ km Per Charge | 38 km/h (Conditional Road Compliant) | 48V 105Ah Premium Lithium LiFePO4 |
| Garia Lithium Luxury Golf Cart (Danish Handcrafted) | $62,500 | 95+ km Single Charge | 30 km/h (Road Registerable Ready) | Samsung SDI Lithium High Capacity Pack |
Range depends on terrain, load and battery age, so treat the figure as a guide. Some carts are speed-limited for golf course use.
Batteries: lead-acid or LiFePO4 lithium?
Electric golf carts use either lead-acid batteries or LiFePO4 (lithium iron phosphate) batteries.
- Lead-acid costs less to buy, is heavy, and flooded types need regular topping up with water.
- LiFePO4 lithium costs more up front, weighs far less, needs no watering, and is rated for thousands of charge cycles.
New lithium carts and buggies from us carry a 5-year LiFePO4 battery guarantee. If you own an older cart, you can replace or upgrade the batteries:
| Option | Type | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Trojan T105 Flooded Battery Set (48V, 8 Batteries) | Flooded lead-acid, 48V set | $2,640 |
| Trojan AGM PRO Maintenance-Free Battery Set (48V) | AGM lead-acid, maintenance-free | $3,127 |
| Trojan GC2 Lithium Battery (48V / 24V) | Lithium | $2,579 |
| GIANT 48V 100Ah Drop-In Golf Cart LiFePO4 Lithium Battery | Drop-in lithium, 48V 100Ah | $1,799 |
| Voltrac Flex Lithium Conversion Kit (E-Z-GO RXV / Club Car 48V) | Lithium conversion kit | $2,895 |
See the full battery range.
Charging
Plug the charger that suits your battery into a power outlet and leave it until it finishes. Lithium and lead-acid batteries need different chargers, so never swap them. We stock lithium and lead-acid chargers and leads at our chargers page, and we can confirm the right one if you call 0480 811 308.
Road rules and registration
Road rules are set by each state and territory. A cart used only on private land, such as a farm, estate or golf course, is treated differently from one driven on public roads. Check the current rules with your state road authority (TMR in Queensland, Transport for NSW, and VicRoads in Victoria) before you buy.
We provide conditional registration compliance support for QLD, NSW and VIC on models marked road compliant. In our range these include:
- Rippa 4-Seat Electric Golf Cart Australia: 25 km/h (Conditional Road Compliant)
- Tomberlin E-Merge SS 4-Seat Luxury Saloon Cart: 38 km/h (Conditional Road Compliant)
- Garia Lithium Luxury Golf Cart (Danish Handcrafted): 30 km/h (Road Registerable Ready)
Read more in our registration guide.
New or used and ex-fleet carts
A used cart costs far less than a new one, and ex-fleet carts have often been serviced regularly. Our used carts run from $4,990 to $11,490:
When you inspect any used cart, check the battery age and type, the condition of the tyres and brakes, and whether a charger is included. See what is in stock at our used golf buggy page.
Which electric golf cart should you buy?
- Golf course or weekend rounds, two people: a 2-seater. The Cougar is the lowest price, and the ECAR Lithium A2 adds a lithium battery.
- Family, club or resort, four people: a 4-seater such as the Rippa or the ECAR Lithium A4.
- Premium look and road-registration pathway: the Tomberlin E-Merge SS.
- Rough ground or hills: a lifted cart such as the ECAR Magnum 4LR.
- Work and cargo: a utility cart such as the ECAR Lithium A2 Utility Cart.
Looking after an electric golf cart
- Charge after use. Lithium packs do not need to be run flat. Lead-acid sets should be charged regularly and, if they are flooded, topped up with water as the maker directs.
- Check tyre pressure and look over the brakes before each season.
- Keep it clean and dry, and store it out of direct heat.
- Use the right charger for your battery chemistry.
- Have it serviced at the interval in the maker's manual. Spare parts are in our parts range.
Golf cart terms explained
- 48V, 105Ah: the battery voltage and capacity. Higher amp-hours (Ah) means a bigger tank and more range.
- kW: the motor's power rating. A higher figure means more pulling power on hills and with a load.
- AC motor: an alternating-current motor, common in newer carts, often more efficient than older DC motors.
- LiFePO4: lithium iron phosphate, the lithium chemistry used in most modern cart batteries.
- BMS: the battery management system that protects a lithium pack from over-charge, over-discharge and over-temperature.
- Conditional registration: a limited registration pathway some states offer for low-speed vehicles. See the road rules section above.
Buying checklist
- Choose the number of seats and the use (course, estate, farm, road).
- Decide on lithium or lead-acid, and check the battery warranty.
- Check range and top speed on the product page.
- If you want road use, confirm the model's compliance and your state rules first.
- Ask about delivery, the warranty and spare parts before you pay.
Browse the golf cart range or call 0480 811 308, and we will help you match a cart to your property.