Why VW Sells More EVs in Europe Than Tesla and BYD
Why VW Sells More EVs in Europe Than Tesla and BYD
Why VW Sells More EVs in Europe Than Tesla and BYD
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According to DataForce figures, which cover the EU, the UK and EFTA countries (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland), Volkswagen’s electric sales jumped 56% year-on-year to 274,417 units. Tesla, meanwhile, saw a 27% drop, selling 238,765 vehicles across the region in 2025.
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Volkswagen isn’t the only legacy brand accelerating its EV success. BMW boosted sales 15% last year to 193,186 electric units, while Skoda more than doubled deliveries to 172,000. Audi also gained momentum, climbing 51% to 153,848 vehicles sold.
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VW’s broad range—led by the ID.3 hatchback, ID.4 crossover, and ID.7 sedan and wagon—failed to place any single model in the top three but collectively outsold Tesla’s Model Y and Model 3 combined.
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Globally, Tesla’s near-decade reign ended in 2025 when BYD seized the top spot.
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