Discover the latest electric vehicle sales trends for the week of December 22-28, 2025, including top models, brands, and regional highlights as the EV market closes out a record-breaking year
As 2025 draws to a close, the electric vehicle (EV) market shows no signs of slowing down. While exact weekly sales data for the final week of December is not yet fully reported (typical for holiday periods), year-end estimates and November/early December trends indicate a strong finish. Global EV sales (including BEVs and PHEVs) reached approximately 18.5 million units through November 2025, up 21% year-over-year. With December traditionally seeing a sales rush—especially in China—the full-year total is projected to exceed 20-22 million, pushing EVs to over 25% of global new car sales.
This performance caps a transformative year where emerging markets drove much of the growth, China solidified its dominance, and Europe surged despite policy shifts in the US. Here’s a deep dive into the latest EV sales landscape, focusing on recent trends and a complete list of top-performing models and brands.
Global EV Sales Overview: A Record Year Ending Strong
2025 has been a milestone year for electric mobility:
- Global YTD (Jan-Nov): 18.5 million EVs sold (+21% YoY)
- Projected Full-Year: 20-22 million, representing 24-25% market share
- Key Drivers: Affordable models from Chinese brands, policy incentives in Europe, and expanding options in emerging markets
China accounted for ~11.6 million units YTD, maintaining ~60% of global sales. Europe added 3.8 million (+33% YoY), while North America lagged at 1.7 million (-1% YoY) due to expiring US tax credits.
December sales are boosted by year-end promotions, trade-in schemes in China, and fleet purchases in Europe. Although precise weekly breakdowns for December 22-28 are limited, patterns from November (2 million global sales) suggest continued momentum, particularly in China where monthly figures often exceed 1.3 million.
Regional EV Sales Highlights (Latest Available Data)
China: The Undisputed Leader
- YTD: 11.6 million (+19% YoY)
- Market Share: Approaching 50-60%
- December Trend: Record exports and domestic demand, with BYD leading
China’s extended trade-in subsidies fueled a late-year surge.
Europe: Strong Rebound
- YTD (Jan-Nov): 3.8 million (+33% YoY)
- November Alone: ~400,000 units (+36% YoY)
- BEV Market Share: ~21% in November
- Top Markets: Germany, UK, Norway (near 98% in some months)
EU registrations rose despite scrapped mandates, thanks to national incentives.
United States/North America: Policy Headwinds
- YTD: 1.7 million (-1% YoY)
- Challenges: Expired federal tax credits, rolled-back standards
- Bright Spots: Brands like Chevrolet and Hyundai gained ground
US sales ticked up month-over-month in November but remain below peak levels.
Emerging Markets: The New Growth Engine
- Countries like Indonesia (15% share), Thailand, Brazil, and India outperformed Japan and the US in penetration rates.
- Overall: EVs hit >10% share in 39 countries in 2025 (up from 4 in 2019).
Complete List: Top-Selling EV Brands in 2025
Here’s a comprehensive ranking of leading EV brands based on year-to-date sales through late 2025:
Here is the EV brand ranking for 2025 (YTD sales), beautifully formatted as a list:
Chevrolet/GM ≈ 100,000+ (primarily US) Up YoY
Notes: Equinox EV driving recent success.
BYD ≈ 2.07–2.1 million (pure EV) Strong growth in YoY
Notes: Poised to overtake Tesla for the full-year crown; also dominates the hybrid segment.
Tesla ≈ 1.65 million (projected full-year) -7.7% YoY
Notes: Model Y and Model 3 remain leaders; Q4 slowdown expected.
Volkswagen Group (incl. Skoda, Audi) ≈ 400,000+ +30–40% YoY
Notes: Strong performance in Europe with ID series and new Elroq.
Geely (incl. Volvo, Polestar) ≈ 400,000+ Significant YoY growth
Notes: Rapidly emerging as a top global contender.
Hyundai/Kia Hundreds of thousands +20–30% YoY
Notes: Ioniq series experiencing booming sales in US and Europe.
BMW Strong gains YoY Notes: Success driven by i4 and other models.
Mercedes Steady/competitive YoY
Notes: Solid performance in the luxury EV segment.
Ford ≈ 100,000+ (primarily US/Europe) Mixed YoY
Notes: Mach-E and F-150 Lightning leading the lineup.
Renault Growing strongly in Europe +89% YoY on some models
Notes: Renault 5 emerging as a breakout hit.
BYD’s lead in pure EVs marks a historic shift from Tesla’s long dominance.
Complete List: Top-Selling EV Models in 2025
Global Top Models (Estimated YTD)
- Tesla Model Y ≈ 800,000+
Key Markets: Global - BYD Song Plus ≈ 300,000+
Key Markets: China - Tesla Model 3 ≈ 300–400,000
Key Markets: Global - BYD Seagull ≈ 200,000+
Key Markets: China/Emerging - Skoda Elroq/Enyaq ≈ 140,000+
Key Markets: Europe
Europe Top Models (Jan-Nov 2025)
- Tesla Model Y ≈ 127,067 -30.1% YoY
- Škoda Elroq – High growth +23,000% YoY
- Tesla Model 3 – Strong sales -22.7% YoY
- Volkswagen ID.4 – Top 5 position Steady YoY
- Renault 5 ≈ 10,000+ – (November) +149.9% YoY
November Highlights: Tesla Model 3 led monthly sales, followed by Model Y and Skoda Elroq.
US Top Models (2025 YTD)
| Rank | Model | Sales |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tesla Model Y | 265,068 |
| 2 | Tesla Model 3 | 155,180 |
| 3 | Chevrolet Equinox EV | 52,834 |
| 4 | Ford Mustang Mach-E | 41,962 |
| 5 | Hyundai Ioniq 5 | 41,091 |
Why EV Sales Remain Resilient
- Affordability: Battery costs dropped, enabling sub-$30,000 models.
- Policy Support: Incentives in China/Europe offset US changes.
- Model Variety: Over 500 EV options globally.
- Emerging Adoption: Non-traditional markets leapfrogging legacy ones.
Challenges persist: US policy uncertainty, charging infrastructure gaps, and supply chain issues.
Outlook: What to Expect in 2026
Analysts forecast 25-30% growth, with EVs nearing 30% global share. China aims for 60%+, Europe 26%+, while US recovery depends on new models.
The EV revolution is accelerating—2025 proved it’s no longer niche but mainstream.
I’m Ethan, and I write about the tech that’s actually going to change how we live — not the stuff that just sounds impressive in a press release. I cover AI, EVs, robotics, and future tech for VFuture Media. I was on the ground at CES 2026 in Las Vegas, walking the show floor so I could give you a real read on what matters and what’s just noise. Follow me on X for daily takes.
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