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.
Europe’s established carcreaters fight back
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.
Volvo Cars is adding pressure too with its new EX60 SUV, boasting a 503-mile range on a single charge.
