Record growth in electric-car sales in Ukraine: popular models and fresh statistics for April 2025

Sales of electric vehicles in Ukraine continue to grow at a rapid pace. As of the end of April 2025, 5,792 electric vehicles (both new and used) were registered in the country, setting a new record and confirming the growing interest in electric vehicles in Ukraine.

📊 The data was released by the Ukravtoprom Association after analyzing the market situation over the past month.

📈 Growth in EV Sales in Ukraine: Figures and Trends

• Total number of registrations: 5,792 electric vehicles

• Increase compared to March 2025: +23.7%

• Growth compared to April 2024: +37%

Of these:

• Passenger electric vehicles: 5,623 units

• Commercial EVs: 169 units, of which only 9 were new

New Electric Cars in Ukraine: Which Models Are Chosen Most Often

In April 2025, 922 new electric vehicles were registered in Ukraine (a 30% increase compared to March). Chinese manufacturers, particularly the BYD brand, are the clear leaders in the new car segment.

Top 5 new electric vehicles in Ukraine (April 2025):

1. BYD Song Plus — 179 units

2. Volkswagen ID.Unyx — 153 units

3. Audi Q4 e-tron — 75 units

4. Zeekr 001 — 63 units

5. Zeekr 7X — 43 units

➡️ The BYD Song Plus stands out in particular, having firmly established itself as the best-selling new electric car in Ukraine.

Popular used electric cars: Tesla and Nissan are in a league of their own

Among the 4,701 used electric vehicles registered in April, Ukrainians traditionally prefer Tesla and Nissan.

Top 5 used electric vehicles in Ukraine (April 2025):

1. Tesla Model Y — 552 units

2. Nissan Leaf — 544 units

3. Tesla Model 3 — 478 units

4. Kia Niro EV — 350 units

5. Hyundai Kona Electric — 296 units

🔌 These models remain market leaders thanks to their reliability, brand reputation, and wide selection on the used car market.

📊 Overall Summary: Ukraine’s Electric Vehicle Market in 2025

In the first four months of 2025, 18,597 electric vehicles (new and used) were registered in Ukraine, making this year one of the most successful for the EV sector.

✅ Why Ukrainians are switching to electric vehicles:

• Savings on fuel and maintenance
• Increased availability of models from China
• Support from the government and local initiatives
• Focus on environmental friendliness and sustainable development

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