Since the beginning of 2025, the Ukrainian car fleet has been replenished with 7,150 new electric cars, and separately, during July, 1,552 new BEV cars received their first license plates and technical passports, which is a new record for our market. See more about the total statistics in the segment here.
In July, the Ukrainian market for new electric vehicles once again confirmed the shift towards Chinese brands. The leader was the BYD brand, which is confidently increasing sales thanks to the combination of a rich configuration, a large range and a competitive price. Second place went to Honda, whose electric line attracts conservative buyers who value the brandʼs proven reputation and a balanced balance between efficiency and comfort. Third place went to Zeekr, Geelyʼs premium electric brand, which attracts a design-oriented audience and innovative interior solutions.
This situation indicates a rapid expansion of the spectrum of players and a change in the perception of "electric cars" in Ukraine. If earlier the choice was mostly limited to a few global models, now buyers are actively getting acquainted with new brands, evaluating technological capabilities and design on a par with the usual criteria of reliability. At the same time, Honda in statistics is mainly Chinese "relocated" cars, which are produced for the local market under various local brands, and in Ukraine are already sold with the emblem of the Japanese company. The growth of the share of BYD and Zeekr shows that Chinese manufacturers are able to compete not only on price, but also on product, while Honda maintains its position thanks to trust and recognition.
In July, the leader among new electric cars in Ukraine was BYD Song Plus with 383 registrations. The model confidently stood out from its competitors thanks to its large range, spacious interior, and equipment that offers maximum value for money “out of the box”. The second position, with a noticeable lag of 203 cars, was taken by Honda e:NS1. This is a dynamic compact crossover that is well suited for urban and suburban use, but most of these cars are Chinese relocated versions that are sold under other brands in the domestic market. Third place went to Volkswagen ID. Unix (127 units), which also comes from China: the model is produced there and positioned as an electric alternative for lovers of the famous German brand.
Such results clearly show how much China influences the segment of new electric cars in Ukraine. BYD Song Plus not only leads the rating, but also sets the pace of the market, demonstrating that Chinese electric crossovers can confidently combine a premium image and mass sales. Honda e:NS1 maintains interest due to the combination of price, size and brand, although its origin remains a surprise to many. And Volkswagen ID. Unix is a vivid example of how even global European brands are increasingly using Chinese production to bring electric models to the market faster and cheaper.
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