In this content, you can access monthly developments in the electric vehicle market, current data on charging infrastructure, and official statistics on brand performance. You can find the opportunity to examine the basic indicators needed while following Turkiye's electric mobility ecosystem on a monthly basis and easily learn the prominent data for the January 2026 period.
Turkiye Electric Vehicle Fleet - January 2026
Electric vehicle ownership in Turkiye continues to grow steadily. As of January 2026, the electric vehicle fleet has exceeded 377 thousand units and the market share has reached 18%. According to the data, BYD ranked at the top of the list with a sales figure of 3,864 units and four models in the top 10. TOGG, on the other hand, positioned itself in second place with its overall sales performance.
These results show that BYD has strengthened its leadership in the market with its wide model range and strong sales volume, while TOGG maintains its position in the top ranks steadily with the strength of its domestic brand.
Charging Infrastructure and Charging Stations Development
Charging infrastructure is one of the most critical elements of the electric vehicle ecosystem. In January, the total number of sockets reached 39,870 and there was an increase of 1,009 sockets in one month. Although the number of vehicles per socket has risen to 9.4, infrastructure investments are progressing in parallel with increasing demand. The increase in AC and DC sockets facilitates users' access to faster, more widespread and reliable charging options.
To explore charging stations located throughout Turkiye, you can check out the ChargeIQ Charging Station Map.
Most Preferred Electric Vehicle Brands in January
In brand rankings, BYD stands out with its clear leadership; the fact that TOGG, KGM and Volvo are in the top ranks with high sales numbers is noteworthy. Tesla, Hyundai and Citroën's positioning in the mid-segment; and the presence of Opel, MINI and Mercedes in the top 10 shows that the market is growing in a balanced way across different segments and that the electric vehicle options offered to consumers are diversifying.
Best-Selling Electric Vehicle Models in January
Looking at model-based rankings, BYD Atto 2 and BYD Sealion 7 have positioned themselves at the top of the list, sharing the summit. TOGG continues to maintain its weight in the upper segment by sustaining its strong sales performance with its T10X and T10F models. The fact that KGM Torres attracts attention with its high sales number and that BYD is on the list with multiple models such as Seal U and Seal in different segments shows that consumers' interest in alternative models is increasing. The presence of models with different positioning such as Volvo EX30, Tesla Model Y and MINI Countryman in the top 10 reveals that competition in the electric vehicle market is deepening and product diversity is gradually increasing.
Charging Station Companies with the Widest Charging Network
Competition among charging network operators in Turkiye supports the acceleration of infrastructure investments. While ZES continues its leadership with 5,144 sockets; Trugo and Eşarj are positioned in the top ranks with high socket numbers. The fact that Voltrun and Wat Mobilite attract attention with their widespread networks; and the presence of operators such as Zeplin Car Rental, Otopriz, Beefull, Astor and Otojet in the top 10 shows that the charging infrastructure is expanding in a balanced way throughout the country. These developments reveal that a strong infrastructure is being created that supports the transition to electric mobility by making electric vehicle users' trip planning more flexible and reliable.
To access more comprehensive information about these operators and examine comparative analyses, you can visit our content on Electric Vehicle Charging Station Companies in Turkiye.
Source:
Enerji Piyasası Düzenleme Kurumu (EPDK) - (Energy Market Regulatory Authority) – Official Charging Network Data
Otomotiv Distribütörleri ve Mobilite Derneği (ODMD) - (Automotive Distributors and Mobility Association) – Monthly Sales Reports
