In 2025, the US electric vehicle (EV) market saw a surge in sales, with a record-breaking 438,000 EVs sold in the third quarter alone. This boom was partly fueled by the $7,500 federal tax credit, which incentivized buyers to make a move. However, the expiration of this credit at the end of September led to a significant drop in sales for many brands in the final quarter, highlighting the impact of policy changes on consumer behavior.
Despite this dip, the overall trend for 2025 was positive, with most automakers reporting higher sales compared to the previous year. General Motors (GM) emerged as a strong contender, securing second place behind Tesla with 169,887 EVs sold, a 48% increase from 2024. This performance was notably better than its crosstown rival, Ford, which sold 84,113 EVs in 2025.
The Chevy Equinox EV was GM's top-selling model, with 57,945 units sold, followed by the Ford Mustang Mach-E with 51,620. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 ranked third with 47,039 units sold, and the Honda Prologue followed closely behind with 39,194.
Other popular EVs included the Ford F-150 Lightning, Chevy Blazer EV, Volkswagen ID.4, Cadillac Lyriq, BMW i4, Audi Q6 e-tron, Toyota BZ, Kia EV9, Nissan Ariya, Kia EV6, BMW iX, Cadillac Optiq, Acura ZDX, Chevy Silverado EV, Hyundai IONIQ 6, and Subaru Solterra. The market's diversity is evident, with various brands vying for top positions.
Looking ahead, the introduction of new entry-level models like the Chevy Bolt EV and Nissan LEAF, priced under $30,000, promises to shake up the rankings in 2026. The rankings are based on official sales data, and while some brands might be missing due to sales breakdown limitations, the article will be updated as more data becomes available. For those interested in experiencing these EVs firsthand, links are provided to find models near you and book test drives.
