Electric Cars Taking Off in Ukraine – Big Jump in April 2025
Have you noticed more electric cars on Ukrainian roads lately? There’s a good reason for that! Ukraine’s electric vehicle market is seeing amazing growth in 2025. According to Evrim Ağacı, electric vehicle sales in Ukraine jumped by a huge 37% in April 2025, with 5,792 new electric vehicles joining Ukraine’s roads in just one month. This exciting trend shows Ukrainians are quickly moving toward cleaner transportation.
The Big Picture of Ukraine’s Electric Vehicle Growth
The numbers tell an interesting story. Out of all the electric vehicles registered in April, most were for regular people, not businesses. Evrim Ağacı reports that 5,623 passenger electric vehicles hit Ukrainian roads, but only 169 were commercial vehicles like delivery vans or work trucks.
| Type of Electric Vehicle | Total Registered | Brand New | Previously Owned |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passenger Cars | 5,623 | 922 | 4,701 |
| Commercial Vehicles | 169 | 9 | 160 |
What’s really interesting is that Ukrainians seem to prefer buying used electric cars over new ones. In fact, more than 80% of all electric vehicles registered were previously owned. This shows that affordability might be a big factor in people’s choices.
Most Popular Electric Vehicle Brands in Ukraine
When it comes to brand new electric cars, Chinese and European makers are leading the pack. Evrim Ağacı noted that the BYD Song Plus was the top choice with 179 new registrations in April 2025.
- Most popular new electric cars:
- BYD Song Plus – 179 vehicles sold
- Volkswagen ID.Unyx – 153 vehicles sold
- Audi Q4 – 75 vehicles sold
- Most popular used electric cars:
- Tesla Model Y – 552 vehicles registered
- Nissan Leaf – 544 vehicles registered
- Tesla Model 3 – 478 vehicles registered
It’s clear to see that Tesla is very popular in the used car market, while Chinese brand BYD is winning with new car buyers. This shows how the market is changing in Ukraine.
Where Are Electric Vehicles Most Popular in Ukraine?
Not all parts of Ukraine are adopting electric vehicles at the same rate. Evrim Ağacı reported that the biggest markets for electric vehicles in April 2025 were Kyiv city, Kyiv region, Dnipropetrovsk region, Odesa region, and Lviv region.
| Region | Top New EV | Top Used EV |
|---|---|---|
| Kyiv City & Region | BYD Song Plus | Tesla Model Y & Model 3 |
| Dnipropetrovsk | Volkswagen ID.Unyx | Tesla Model 3 |
| Odesa | BYD Song Plus | Nissan Leaf |
| Lviv | BYD Song Plus | Tesla Model Y |
Evrim Ağacı stated the Tesla Model Y was the preferred used EV in Lviv and Kyiv in April 2025. Meanwhile, the Nissan Leaf was the most registered used EV in Odesa, and the Tesla Model 3 was popular in Kyiv and Dnipropetrovsk regions.
Why Are More Ukrainians Choosing Electric Vehicles?
There are several reasons why electric vehicles are becoming more popular in Ukraine. It’s not just about one thing, but a mix of factors:
- Growing concern about the environment and cleaner air
- Better technology making electric cars more practical
- More car models to choose from
- Changing preferences toward sustainable transportation
- Special government rules making electric cars cheaper
Government Policies Helping Electric Vehicle Growth
The Ukrainian government has made some special rules that make buying electric cars more affordable. TOKA states that Ukraine has preferential customs clearance rules that allow electric vehicle imports with only an excise tax on battery capacity until December 31, 2025.
What does this actually mean for you? It means no VAT (a tax you pay when buying things) and no import duty on electric vehicles until the end of 2025. TOKA notes that from January 1, 2026, full customs clearance with VAT and import duty will return, which is motivating many buyers to purchase electric vehicles before that deadline.
Why Business Electric Vehicles Are Lagging Behind
While personal electric vehicles are booming, business vehicles are not catching up as quickly. In April 2025, only 9 of 169 registered commercial EVs were new, showing slower adoption in the commercial sector.
- Reasons for slower commercial EV adoption:
- Higher upfront costs compared to traditional vehicles
- Euro-6 standard for imported commercial vehicles increases used vehicle costs
- Small and medium businesses face challenges in fleet renewal
- Lower resale values than diesel vehicles
West Auto Hub explains that the Euro-6 standard for imported commercial vehicles from 2025 increases used vehicle costs and creates challenges for small and medium businesses in fleet renewal, affecting electric vehicle adoption.
What’s Next for Ukraine’s Electric Vehicle Market?
The consistent growth in electric vehicle sales since March 2025 shows a sustained shift towards electric mobility in Ukraine. GTInvest attributes Ukraine’s EV market growth to supportive policies and incentives.
As more models become available and charging stations spread across the country, we can expect this trend to continue. The special tax rules ending in December 2025 might also create a big rush of people buying electric vehicles before the deadline.
Have you thought about making the switch to electric? With Ukraine’s electric vehicle market growing so quickly, now might be the perfect time to consider joining this clean transportation revolution!
