The trend of electric driving (EV) is still strong worldwide. According to Kelley Blue Book, an Automotive Research and Valuation Company of Irvine, California, Americans bought more than twice as many electric vehicles in the first half of 2022 as they did in the first half of 2021. Electric vehicles are on the rise. grow rapidly and gain a foothold in the market like never before. For the first time in history, electric vehicle sales accounted for 5% of all vehicles sold in the global auto market.
These numbers are not expected to stop and will continue to increase in the coming years as more and more electric car companies are established and developed, with the benefit of saving fuel costs and protecting the environment. and attractive technologies that are constantly updated to encourage consumers to switch to electric vehicles.
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The best-selling electric vehicles from 2022 to date include some of the most technologically advanced vehicles, the biggest names and the best value. Tesla has always been the name that takes the lead in the electric vehicle market in the first half of this year with huge electric vehicle sales, but a number of other electric vehicle manufacturers are also following closely, such as Hyundai Motor Group. , Ford, Nissan and Volkswagen, so the electric car race in the second half of 2022 is getting hotter than ever.
Tesla and Hyundai Motor Group dominate the rankings
According to registration and sales reports, Tesla still dominates the electric vehicle market, with about 75% of electric vehicles sold between January and March being Tesla models. The Model Y SUV and Model 3 sedan account for about 68% of the electric vehicle market. These are the two best-selling electric car models since early 2022 until now.
Tesla Model Y. Photo: Reuters
In total, Tesla sold more than 113,000 electric vehicles in the first quarter of 2022. In second place is the Hyundai Motor Group (including the Hyundai Ioniq 5, Kia EV6 and Kia Nira EV). In which Kia reached 8,450 units and Hyundai sold 6,964 units (Ioniq 5 surprised with 6,265 units).
Tesla’s Model Y SUV is the best-selling electric car of 2022 yet, with a maximum driving range of up to 330 miles. With a starting price of $64,990 and a total cost of approximately $80,000 for the fully loaded Performance model. According to Kelley Blue Book, the Model Y delivers a lot of buzz with its quick acceleration, high top speed and an optional third row of seats in some models.
According to Edmunds, the Model 3 sedan costs $48,190 for the base model and is one of the highest-rated electric vehicles on the market today. The advertised range is between 315 and 358 miles per charge. Strong exterior, interior and performance combined with the Tesla brand make it a top choice for those looking for electric vehicles in the market.
Tesla Model 3. Photo: Edmunds
Of the electric vehicles offered through subsidiaries of the Hyundai Motor Group, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 is the best-selling. The compact crossover has a wide range of styling and features to appeal to customers. Starting at just $39,950 to $52,395, this model can travel up to 303 miles per full charge and is rich in technology. In addition, the car is also made of environmentally friendly materials.
Hyundai Ioniq 5. Photo: HotCars.com
Ford, Nissan and Volkswagen
Ford, quickly catching up with the competition, sold 7,407 electric vehicles in the first quarter. Of which 6,957 the Mustang Mach-E. With impressive sales in Q1 and Q2, it is considered a serious competitor to other electric car brands.
The Mustang family is known for its impressive speed, with prices as low as $43,995 and up to $67,995 for the GT version.
Ford Mustang Mach-E. Photo: HotCars.com
Nissan’s LEAF is the next name on the list of best-selling cars in 2022 with 4,401 units sold in the first quarter. Despite generally being rated lower than other manufacturers’ products, the LEAF beats the competition in terms of affordability. Starting at just $28,895, the car appeals to budget-conscious customers, and their customer comfort strategy seems to be paying off. While the LEAF only offers a limited range of 200 miles compared to other electric vehicles, it offers many of the same technologies as the larger, more expensive models currently available.
Nissan’s LEAF. Photo: Edmunds
Volkswagen’s ID.4 tops the list with 2,926 units sold in the first quarter of 2022. Volkswagen has started targeting the electric vehicle market with the ID series, and the ID.4 is one of the most recent. of them (as of 2020). Named ‘World Domination of the Year’ and one of Ward’s Top 10 Best User Experiences, the compact SUV can go up to 280 miles per charge and pack a lot of power. attractive with a starting price of USD 42,435.
Volkswagen ID.4.Photo: Edmunds
Overall, Tesla and Hyundai Motor Group products have led the way as the best-selling products of 2022 so far, but Ford, Nissan and Volkswagen are also following. In addition, with the planned expansion of gas generation efforts by many big names and the introduction of several new models by the end of the year, it is possible that competition will intensify in the second half of 2022. the coming years.
Source: HotCars.com, Edmunds
