Brazil expects to register more than 168 electric car sales in 2025.

Electromobility has ceased to be a long-term bet and has become a central player in the Brazilian automotive market. By 2025, the country has already registered... 168.798 electric car salesThis confirms the advancement of technology, the automakers' strategy, and the change in consumer behavior. Within a global context of accelerated growth, Brazil is consolidating itself as one of the main hubs for vehicle electrification, driven by a greater supply of models, consistent adoption, and expansion of charging infrastructure. Learn more below.

Electric car market figures

The global electric car market has reached an unprecedented scale in recent years, reflecting the acceleration of the energy transition in the automotive sector. By 2024, global sales of electric vehicles reached approximately 17 million units, a growth of 25% compared to the previous yearThis advancement has brought the total number of electric vehicles in circulation worldwide to over... 58 millionThis demonstrates that electrification has moved beyond the experimental phase and has become a significant part of the global fleet.

The share of electrified vehicles in total car sales also reinforces this structural change. Currently, pure electric and hybrid models represent approximately 22% of all cars sold globally, while they already correspond to 4,5% of the total fleet in circulationThese figures demonstrate that adoption is not limited to new releases, but is beginning to have a concrete impact on the composition of the global automotive fleet, putting pressure on production chains, public policies, and infrastructure investments.

In the Brazilian scenario, the 2025 data confirms the consolidation of the segment. Between January and October, the following were recorded: 168.798 electric vehicle salesThis volume highlights the consistent expansion of the market throughout the year. More significant than the total sales is the evolution of the type of technology adopted: 81,6% of electric vehicle sales are plug-in vehicles., an index that was of 71% in the previous year, indicating a clear shift towards deeper electrification solutions.

This growth is also reflected in the share of electric vehicles within the national automotive market. In October 2025, electrified vehicles accounted for... 8,6% of total car sales in the country, above the 6,4% recorded in the same period of 2024The annual growth demonstrates that electromobility is gaining ground continuously and sustainably, ceasing to be a one-off alternative and becoming an increasingly relevant component in the purchasing decisions of Brazilian consumers.

What explains this growth in Brazil?

The growth of the electric car market in Brazil is directly linked to the leading position the country holds in Latin America. Currently, Brazil concentrates... 61% of the entire fleet of electrified vehicles in the region, a rate far superior to that of other Latin American countries. This leading role is not explained solely by the size of the domestic market, but by a combination of structural factors, such as greater diversity of supply, a consistent presence of global brands, and an environment that has proven to be more prepared to absorb new electric mobility technologies.

Another factor driving growth in Brazil is... high purchase intent among consumers, which surpasses the average not only of Latin America, but also of more mature markets. A PwC survey showed that 75% of Brazilian consumers say they intend to purchase an electric vehicle in the next five years., a percentage above the estimated global average of 62%.

Infrastructure development also helps explain why Brazil is lagging behind the rest of the region. Between 2020 and 2025, the number of recharge points public and semi-public schools in the country jumped from 350 by 16.880This creates a solid foundation for the everyday use of electric vehicles on urban and interurban journeys. This progress reduces one of the main barriers to adoption—limited charging—and positions Brazil at a more advanced stage of maturity compared to most of Latin America, where infrastructure expansion is still slower and more concentrated.

The best-selling electric car in the country.

The Brazilian electric vehicle market has a clear leader today. By 2025, the BYD Dolphin Mini It has established itself as the best-selling electric car in the country, surpassing the mark of 2.600 units registered per monthThe model's performance symbolizes an important shift in consumer profile, with people now seeing electric cars as a viable option for daily use, especially in the entry-level segment.

O BYD Dolphin Mini It's a compact electric hatchback that stands out for its combination of efficiency, practicality, and modern design, ideal for urban use. The success of Dolphin Mini It's not just about sales volume, but also about the fact that it represents a turning point in the popularization of electromobility in Brazil.

Besides the sales leader, other models also gained relevance and helped expand the reach of electric vehicles in the national market. The second best-selling model was... BYD Dolphin It's a compact electric car that stands out for its combination of modern design, energy efficiency, and good interior space, characteristics that make it an attractive option for those seeking a sustainable vehicle without sacrificing comfort and practicality. It offers good range for urban use and technology focused on connectivity and safety.

Already YuanPro (The third best-selling electric car in Brazil) represents a step forward in the electrification proposal of BYD, with a more robust and versatile profile that caters to both urban commutes and needs for greater space and performance. This Electric SUV It combines extended range, contemporary design and advanced technological features, appealing to consumers seeking an electric vehicle with greater road presence and superior comfort.

From the brands' point of view, the movement accompanying this sales growth is strategic and competitive. Car manufacturers such as BYD and GWM They are betting on accelerated portfolio expansion and direct investments in the country, while traditional groups, such as Toyota, Chevrolet, Renault, Volvo and StellantisThey are repositioning their strategies in order not to lose ground in the electricity transition.

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Sources: Ministry of Mines and Energy, ABV, Solar Portal.