Top 10 best selling electric vehicles in Europe

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Sep 5, 2024

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Mathilda Bartholomew

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Top 10 best selling electric vehicles in Europe

Here's the all-electric cars with the highest number of new registrations in the first half of 2024

10. Audi Q4

24,456 units (+9% compared to H1 2023)The Audi Q4 e-tron is a stylish, family-friendly electric SUV with a posh interior, excellent driving performance, and 2024 updates that further enhance its appeal, making it a strong alternative to models like the Tesla Model Y and Kia EV6, while sharing mechanical elements with the Volkswagen ID4 and Skoda Enyaq.

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9. BMW iX1

24,506 units (+53%)The BMW iX1 is a compact, all-electric version of the popular X1 SUV, featuring subtle design tweaks, a streamlined interior with touchscreen controls, and a spacious, well-made cabin, offering a family-friendly yet stylish option within BMW's electric SUV lineup.

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8. Volvo EX40

25,223 units (-5%)The Volvo EX40 is a renamed, fully electric version of the XC40, offering a stylish, eco-friendly alternative to rivals like the Tesla Model Y and Audi Q4 e-tron, with minimal visual changes but updated electric technology and a sustainable interior design.

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7. Skoda Enyaq

25,248 units (-2%)

Buying an electric car used to mean either spending a ton of money or settling for something average, but that's not true anymore – and the Skoda Enyaq proves it.

The Enyaq is a spacious family SUV, similar in size to an Audi Q5, with plenty of room for passengers and a solid electric range. Plus, it’s surprisingly affordable, so you don't need to be rich to drive one.

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6. Volkswagen ID.3

29,136 units (-17%)

The Volkswagen ID.3 might sound like a new Star Wars droid, but it's actually a game-changing car. It was VW's first model built from the ground up as an electric vehicle. It is a well-rounded electric family hatchback with competitive pricing, a decent range, and improved interior quality.

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5. Volkswagen ID.4

29,146 units (-30%)

The Volkswagen ID.4 is a practical and spacious all-electric family SUV with good tech and a comfortable ride, though it's not the most exciting to drive. It offers various performance options, including a 201-hp rear-wheel-drive version with up to 291 miles of range and a 335-hp dual-motor AWD option with 263 miles.

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4. MG MG4

58,400 units (+37%)The MG4 is a small electric car that excels in practicality, performance, and value for money, offering competitive pricing and finance deals compared to rivals from Kia, Nissan, and Volkswagen. While its interior quality and boot size fall short of competitors like Hyundai, the MG4 is good to drive, has a decent range, and offers ultra-low running costs, making it a strong budget-friendly option.

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3. Volvo EX30

36,980 units (new)The Volvo EX30 is a compact, fully electric SUV that's competitively priced under £40k, offering a desirable design, solid range, and standing out among rivals like the Hyundai Kona Electric and Kia Niro EV.

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2. Tesla Model 3

58,400 units (+37%)Despite the hype around Elon Musk's ventures, Tesla's core business remains electric cars, with the Model 3 being its smallest and most affordable option, available in three versions: the basic RWD, a long-range model, and a high-performance variant.

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1. Tesla Model Y

101,181 units (-26%)The Tesla Model Y is essentially a larger, more spacious version of the Model 3, designed as an electric SUV to offer higher driving position and greater room, addressing the limitations of the Model 3's smaller boot and lack of SUV features.

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