EV Sales Statistics | Top Countries in 2023

Page last updated: 5 October 2024

Electric vehicle (EV) sales have been experiencing consistent growth, demonstrating an ongoing shift in the automotive industry towards consumer demand for cleaner transportation.

Overview

Key EV Statistics Globally

Approximately 14 million electric vehicles were sold across the world in 2023.
EV sales in 2023 made up 18% of total car sales, up from 14% in 2022.
95% of EV sales were in China, Europe, and the United States.
China recorded 8.1 million electric car sales, while the U.S. sold 1.4 million electric cars.
The Tesla Model Y remained the leading electric vehicle model by delivery volume in 2023.
BYD is on track to surpass Tesla in sales.

How many Electric Vehicles are sold each year?

Electric car sales reached 13.8 million in 2023, a 35% increase from the previous year.

This marked an 18% share of all cars sold globally, up from 14% in 2022.
More than 250,000 electric cars were sold each week in 2023.

Annual Global Electric Car Sales (2010-2023)

Year	Electric Cars Sold	Non-Electric Car Sold	Total Cars Sold	% of EV Sales
2010	7,450	67,719,820	67,727,270	0.01%
2011	49,000	72,009,816	72,058,816	0.07%
2012	120,000	74,880,000	75,000,000	0.16%
2013	201,000	74,243,440	74,444,440	0.27%
2014	330,000	80,157,810	80,487,810	0.41%
2015	550,000	80,332,350	80,882,350	0.68%
2016	760,000	83,684,450	84,444,450	0.90%
2017	1,180,000	83,105,710	84,285,710	1.40%
2018	2,060,000	83,773,330	85,833,330	2.40%
2019	2,080,000	77,920,000	80,000,000	2.60%
2020	2,980,000	67,972,380	70,952,380	4.20%
2021	6,600,000	67,557,304	74,157,304	8.90%
2022	10,200,000	62,657,144	72,857,144	14.00%
2023	13,800,000	62,866,668	76,666,668	18.00%

Which countries led in Electric Car Sales in 2023?

China, with over 8.1 million units of electric car sales in 2023, led the global electric car market.

The United States followed, with electric vehicle sales of approximately 1.39 million.
Germany, France, and the United Kingdom also reported notable sales, totalling 700,000, 470,000, and 450,000 electric cars, respectively.
The market shares for these regions were 60% for China, 25% for Europe, and 10% for the United States (a total of about 95% of all electric vehicle sales in 2023).

Which country had the highest percentage of EV sales in 2023?

Norway leads with 93% of new car sales being electric vehicles in 2023.
Other than Norway, Iceland, Sweden, and Finland also had more than 50% of their new car sales as electric vehicles, with percentages at 71%, 60%, and 54%, respectively.
New Zealand had the lowest percentage of electric car sales at 14%.

Additional growth in electric car sales was noted in countries like Vietnam, where electric cars made up approximately 15% of total car sales, and Thailand, with 10%.

Electric Car Sales and Non-Electric Car Sales by Country in 2023

Countries	Electric Cars Sold	Non-Electric Cars Sold	Total Cars Sold	% of EV Sales
China	8,100,000	13,215,789	21,315,789	38%
United States	1,390,000	13,241,579	14,631,579	9%
Germany	700,000	2,216,667	2,916,667	24%
France	470,000	1,410,000	1,880,000	25%
United Kingdom	450,000	1,425,000	1,875,000	24%
Netherlands	210,000	390,000	600,000	35%
Belgium	193,000	277,732	470,732	41%
Sweden	171,000	114,000	285,000	60%
Canada	171,000	1,144,385	1,315,385	13%
Japan	140,000	3,748,889	3,888,889	4%
Italy	136,000	1,342,261	1,478,261	9%
South Korea	132,000	1,538,886	1,670,886	8%
Spain	122,000	894,667	1,016,667	12%
Norway	110,000	8,280	118,280	93%
Australia	98,000	718,667	816,667	12%
India	82,270	4,031,230	4,113,500	2%
Denmark	80,000	93,913	173,913	46%
Switzerland	76,000	177,333	253,333	30%
Turkey	68,700	618,300	687,000	10%
Austria	65,000	185,000	250,000	26%
Israel	65,000	277,105	342,105	19%
Portugal	63,000	133,875	196,875	32%
Brazil	52,000	1,681,333	1,733,333	3%
Finland	48,000	40,889	88,889	54%
New Zealand	38,000	233,429	271,429	14%
Poland	30,000	424,545	454,545	7%
Greece	17,000	104,429	121,429	14%
Mexico	15,200	1,154,031	1,169,231	1%
Iceland	12,400	5,065	17,465	71%
South Africa	1,080	371,334	372,414	0%
Chile	920	295,854	296,774	0%
Europe	3,300,000	12,414,286	15,714,286	21%
European Union (27)	2,450,000	8,686,364	11,136,364	22%
Rest of World	126,000	8,274,000	8,400,000	2%
World	13,800,000	62,866,668	76,666,668	18%

Which countries are seeing a rise in EV Sales?

Electric vehicle (EV) sales are increasing in several key markets around the world.

Norway continues to have one of the highest rates of electric vehicle adoption, with 93% of new car sales being electric in 2023. This growth is supported by government incentives, such as tax exemptions and reduced fees for EV owners.
China, the largest automotive market globally, also leads in electric vehicle sales, with 8.1 million units sold in 2023. The country is seeing continued growth in EV adoption, driven by domestic production and supportive government policies.
Germany, with 700,000 EV cars sold (made up about 24% of all new car sales), has also seen rapid adoption rates.
The United States saw a considerable increase in EV registrations, reaching almost 1.4 million in 2023, a growth of more than 40% from the previous year.

Are EV Sales dropping in some countries?

While the global trend points towards an increase in EV adoption, some regions have experienced a slowdown or decline in sales.
In countries like Denmark and Hong Kong, the phasing out of substantial government subsidies has led to a drop in EV sales.
Italy and South Korea also saw reductions in EV market share compared to 2022, attributed to various market conditions and changes in government policies.

What are the Leading Electric Vehicle Models?

The Tesla Model Y topped the list with 1.2 million units delivered in 2023, marking a 57% increase from 771,000 in 2022.

The BYD Song Pro/Plus PHEV followed with 543,000 units in 2023, up 32% from 410,000 in 2022.
Another one from Tesla, the Tesla Model 3 deliveries reached 529,000 in 2023, an 11% rise from 476,000 in the previous year.

Explore the Latest Trends in EV Sales by Brand and Model.

Which brand has the largest market share in the EV Industry?

In 2023, Tesla maintained the largest market share in the electric vehicle (EV) sector, holding 19.9% of global sales, followed closely by China’s BYD at 17.1% market share.
Analysts suggest that BYD might overtake Tesla in battery electric vehicle (BEV) sales by the end of 2024, as BYD sold 526,000 units to Tesla’s 485,000 in the fourth quarter of 2023.

Learn more about the top EV manufacturers and their latest sales statistics.

How Strong is the Demand for Electric Vehicles Today?

EVs comprised nearly one in five new cars sold globally in 2023.

Electric Car Sales reached 13.8 million in 2023, a market share increase of 4% compared to the previous year.
EV sales in 2023 made up 18% of total car sales, up from 14% in 2022, indicating strong market demand.

What Are the Future Projections for EV Sales?

Electric car sales could reach approximately 17 million units in 2024, representing more than 20% of total worldwide car sales, as the global automotive market continues to evolve.

Global EV Sales (Cars) by Country