The European electric vehicle (EV) market saw significant growth in the first half of 2025, with both battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) and plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) experiencing a surge in deliveries. Germany led the way in sales, followed by the UK, France, Belgium, and Norway. Tesla maintained its dominance in the BEV market, with the Model Y and Model 3 taking the top spots in the first half of the year.
The Volkswagen ID.4 and the Renault 5/Alpine A290 also made significant moves in the market, while the Skoda Enyaq and the VW ID.3 battled for position. The Kia EV3 and the Skoda Elroq made appearances in the top 10 as well. The Audi Q4 e-tron rounded out the list, showing strong performance for the VW Group.
In the PHEV market, the Volvo XC60 was overtaken by the VW Tiguan, with the BYD Seal U also making strides in sales. Ford’s Kuga and BMW’s X1 were contenders for the top spot, while the Mercedes-Benz GLC and the BMW 5-Series also showed strong numbers. The VW Golf and the Toyota C-HR rounded out the top 10 in PHEV sales.
Overall, the European EV market is experiencing steady growth, with competition heating up among manufacturers to capture market share. With a variety of models in the top 10 rankings for both BEVs and PHEVs, the landscape of electric vehicles in Europe is evolving rapidly. Stay tuned for more updates on the latest trends and developments in the EV market.
