Electric vehicles (EVs) accounted for more than one-third of all new passenger vehicle sales in Australia during June, with the Tesla Model Y becoming the country’s best-selling vehicle for the second consecutive month.
New figures released by the Electric Vehicle Council (EVC) show battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) captured a combined 35.8 per cent market share of Australia’s new passenger vehicle market in June 2026, representing almost 49,000 vehicle deliveries.
BEVs alone accounted for one in every four passenger vehicle sales during the month.
Tesla Model Y tops Australian sales charts again
The Tesla Model Y recorded 8,072 sales in June. This marks an all-time monthly sales record for the model in Australia, placing it ahead of both the Ford Ranger and Toyota HiLux 4×4.
| Top-selling vehicles | Sales |
| Tesla Model Y | 8,072 |
| Ford Ranger | 5,999 |
| Toyota HiLux 4×4 | 5,175 |
The result marks the second consecutive month the Model Y has been Australia’s best-selling vehicle across all fuel types.
EVC Chief Executive Officer Julie Delvecchio said the June results reflect growing consumer demand for EVs.
“Electric vehicles are now competing head-to-head with Australia’s legacy manufacturers and winning because they’re cheaper to run, there are more models to choose from than ever before and they’re better to drive.”
“The Tesla Model Y was Australia’s best-selling vehicle of any fuel type, while BYD delivered 18,881 vehicles in a single month. It’s not hard to see why. Once people switch, they don’t go back — driving electric costs four times less than petrol, so EVs just stack up.”
“Behind every one of these sales is an Australian family choosing cleaner air, lower running costs, and a smarter way to drive. That’s not just a sales record — that’s a shift in how people are getting around.”
BYD closes in on Toyota
Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD also recorded a strong month, delivering 18,881 vehicles during June, just 243 fewer than Toyota’s 19,124 deliveries.
BYD Australia Chief Operating Officer Stephen Collins said rising fuel prices significantly influenced consumer purchasing decisions.
“As soaring fuel prices pushed more Australians to consider electric vehicles, orders more than doubled almost overnight. We promised to move faster than ever to get vehicles into customers’ hands, and that’s exactly what we’ve done. BYD dealers went above and beyond, ramping up delivery centres and offering delivery in the evenings and weekends.”
Strong results across the EV market
Tesla said the Model Y’s success was supported by strong demand for the newly introduced Model Y L variant.
“June delivered strong results for Tesla in Australia. The Model Y L has resonated incredibly well with families, capturing a significant share of Model Y sales and reinforcing its position as a standout choice in the segment. These results reflect growing customer confidence in Tesla, from loyal owners and to those experiencing electric for the first time,” said Tesla Country Director for Australia and New Zealand Thom Drew.
Polestar also reported record sales during the 2025–26 financial year, driven largely by demand for the Polestar 4.
“Polestar 4 remained a standout performer and our best-selling model in 2026. Enquiry levels remained strong following the rush in orders earlier in the year that coincided with the fuel scarcity concerns and the subsequent price hike, and we see rising levels of customer interest in electric vehicles continuing through June and into the second half, showing a measurable shift in buyer confidence towards electric vehicles,” said Polestar Head of Australia Scott Maynard.
Industry urges caution despite record month
While June marked a record month for EV sales, the EVC cautioned that temporary market conditions influenced some of the results.
“Some of this month’s strength reflects unique conditions — end-of-financial-year sales, and pre-ordered deliveries arriving. These conditions aren’t likely to repeat anytime soon. But it’s a genuinely promising sign that EVs are matching the way Australians actually want to live and drive,” Ms Delvecchio said.
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