Turkey EV adoption surges to near EU levels in just few years

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Artem Shendetskii

28.01.2026

Turkey EV adoption surges to near EU levels in just few years — EVs now make up nearly 17% of new car sales in Turkey

Turkey has turned out to be one of the quickest-growing markets for electric vehicles in Europe, quickly closing the gap with the EU in terms of adoption levels in a matter of a few years.

Battery electric vehicles currently make up 16.7% of new car sales in Turkey in 2025, almost on par with the EU average of 17.4%, reports The Guardian.

This is a far cry from a mere decade ago, when EVs were few and far between in the country. Turkey is currently the fourth-largest market for EVs in Europe, after Germany, the UK, and France. It has been observed that the rate of adoption has far outpaced most of southern and eastern Europe.

Economics, not climate, drive consumer demand

The main reason for the rapid adoption of EVs in Turkey is economics, not climate change. Thanks to tax incentives, electric vehicles are only marginally more expensive than their gasoline-powered counterparts, and the savings on fuel costs are a big draw. This trend has continued even after the government imposed higher taxes on EVs in August. Analysts point out that Turkish consumers are driven by fuel and maintenance costs, rather than environmental considerations.

Another factor that has contributed to the success of electric vehicles in Turkey is the domestic car manufacturer Togg, which surpassed Tesla as the leading electric vehicle brand in Turkey in 2024. Foreign car manufacturers, such as Tesla and BYD from China, have adjusted their models and investment strategies to align with Turkey’s tax system and market.

Risks and uncertainties in the long term

Although the growth has been remarkable, analysts point out that the success of electric vehicles in Turkey may be short-lived if the country does not have a clear long-term strategy. Turkey does not have a specific national strategy for electric vehicles, and the incentives that are currently in place can be easily modified in the short term. The total taxes on electric vehicles are still high, ranging from 50% to 86% depending on the tax bracket. Inflation and exchange rate fluctuations could further increase the costs of electric vehicles, which may slow down their adoption.

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