Electric car sales rise in Greece, BYD leads market

The adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in Greece continues to grow, with new registrations showing a significant upward trend. From January to April 2026, 2,987 new all-electric cars were registered, marking a 12.8% increase compared to the same period last year. This surge has boosted the market share of EVs to 6.1% of all new passenger car registrations, up from 5.5% in 2025 and 4.4% in 2024.

Despite this progress, Greece's EV penetration rate still lags behind the European average. However, consumer preferences are becoming clearer within the burgeoning market. Mid-size SUVs (D-SUV segment) currently dominate, capturing 24.84% of EV sales. Compact SUVs (C-SUV segment) are also performing strongly, holding a 23.5% share.

Leading the sales charts for individual models is the BYD Dolphin Surf, a compact car measuring 3,990 mm, designed for urban maneuverability. It has recorded 231 registrations. Following the Dolphin Surf are the Tesla Model Y and the Mini Countryman, both mid-size SUVs, with 180 and 177 registrations, respectively. The Hyundai Inster, a city car, and Tesla's Model 3 sedan complete the top five, with 175 and 133 registrations, respectively.

BYD has emerged as the leading manufacturer in the Greek EV market during this four-month period, securing 613 sales and a 20.5% market share. This performance places BYD ahead of other major EV players in Greece.