However, unlike other prestige manufacturers, it hasn’t opted (or been forced) to de-spec cars in order to speed up deliveries.Īudi Australia told carsales: “We have not removed standard equipment. Meanwhile, more exclusive models such as the Audi e-tron electric car and sporty S and RS models are said to take up to eight months or longer, in some cases.Īudi is forecasting a similar story over the coming months. However, delivery could take longer than the German brand’s usual timeline of between four and six months, depending on model and specification. It’s happening across the board, no matter whether you’re buying a Ford or a Ferrari, and even if you’re one of the lucky ones to secure a new car with relative ease, some of the models to land Down Under in the foreseeable will be significantly ‘de-specced’ – another issue caused by the chip crisis.Ĭarsales reached out to mainstream brands to get the latest on stock levels for Australia, giving you a broad idea of the approximate wait times for popular models, keeping in mind there can be significant differences when it comes to vehicle specification.Īudi Australia says it has been free from significant delays and has “sufficient stock to meet its planned volumes within a reasonable timeframe”.Įxpanding on that, stock for its regular models is all but readily available – including the Audi A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, Q2, Q3, Q5, Q7 and Q8. You’ll no doubt have heard about the extensive wait times for new cars in Australia, caused by the global semi-conductor shortage that stems from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and has been exacerbated by other world events such as the war in Ukraine.īut it’s not just new-car buyers who are affected.Ī knock-on effect has been felt by car buyers across the nation, with soaring – and sometimes downright outrageous – prices now being asked for used cars. It’s the burning question on the lips of many Australian car buyers at the moment: When will I get my new car?

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