Best-Selling Electric Vehicle Models in Turkey in May

In this content, you can access official statistics regarding monthly developments in the electric vehicle market, up-to-date data on charging infrastructure, and brand performance. You can examine the key indicators needed to track Turkey’s electric mobility ecosystem on a monthly basis and easily access highlights from the data for May 2026.

Turkey’s Electric Vehicle Fleet – May 2026

Electric vehicle ownership in Turkey continues to rise steadily. As of May 2026, the electric vehicle fleet has surpassed 432,000 units, and the market share has reached 18.5%.
An analysis of monthly data reveals that TOGG topped the list in May with 3,505 units sold, while MINI secured second place with 1,207 sales. At the model level, the TOGG T10X led the list with 1,832 units sold, followed by the TOGG T10F in second place with a sales performance of 1,673 units.

Charging infrastructure is one of the most critical components of the electric vehicle ecosystem. In May, the total number of sockets reached 44,029, marking an increase of 1,086 sockets within the month. Although the ratio of vehicles per socket remains at 9.8, infrastructure investments are progressing in tandem with rising demand. The increase in AC and DC sockets facilitates user access to faster, more widespread, and reliable charging options.
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Most Preferred Electric Vehicle Brands in May

In May, TOGG maintained its leadership and preserved its position in the electric vehicle market. While MINI rose to second place with strong sales performance, KGM, VOLVO, and BMW also secured top spots, highlighting the intensifying competition in the market. The presence of diverse brands such as MERCEDES, HYUNDAI, OPEL, TESLA, and FIAT in the top 10 demonstrates that brand diversity in the electric vehicle market continues to grow and that consumer preferences are extending across various segments.

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An analysis of sales by model reveals that the TOGG T10X and TOGG T10F topped the list in May with strong sales performances. While the MINI COUNTRYMAN and KGM TORRES stood out with high sales volumes, the OPEL FRONTERA also maintained its position among the top models. The presence of models from diverse segments—such as the MERCEDES GLB, HYUNDAI IONIQ 5, VOLVO EX30, BMW iX1, and TESLA MODEL Y—further down the list demonstrates increasing product variety in the electric vehicle market and indicates that consumer preferences are extending across a broader range of models catering to diverse usage needs.

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Charging Station Companies with the Largest Charging Station Networks in Turkey – May 2026

Competition among charging network operators in Turkey continues to drive the acceleration of infrastructure investments. While ZES maintains its leadership with 5,542 sockets, Trugo and Voltrun rank high with their substantial socket counts. The prominence of Eşarj and Wat Mobilite due to their extensive networks, alongside the presence of operators such as Zeplin Car Rental, Otopriz, Astor, Beefull, and Otojet in the top 10, demonstrates a balanced expansion of charging infrastructure across the country. These developments indicate the creation of a robust infrastructure that supports the transition to electric mobility by enabling electric vehicle users to plan their journeys with greater flexibility and reliability.

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Charging Station Companies with the Highest Electricity Consumption – May 2026

Charging Station Companies with the Highest Electricity Consumption – May 2026

Charging Network Company – Electricity Consumption Shares*

Cities with the Highest Electricity Consumption – May 2026

An analysis of electric vehicle consumption rates by province reveals that Istanbul maintains the lead with a 31.62% share, while Ankara (14.68%) and Izmir (5.34%) also rank high. In addition to the consumption rates in Bursa, Kocaeli, and Antalya—cities characterized by significant industrial, transport, and tourism activity—the inclusion of Balıkesir, Bolu, Konya, and Kayseri in the top ten demonstrates that electric vehicle adoption continues to spread across Turkey. This regional distribution indicates a growing need for charging infrastructure not only in major metropolitan areas but also along intercity transport corridors and across various regions of Anatolia.

*These are the closing figures for April.

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Source:
Energy Market Regulatory Authority (EPDK) – Official Charging Network Data
https://www.epdk.gov.tr/

Automotive Distributors and Mobility Association (ODMD) – Monthly Sales Reports
https://www.odmd.org.tr/