Tesla delivered 1,636,129 vehicles worldwide in 2025, down approximately 8.5% from the previous year. Although the company remained one of the world’s largest electric-vehicle manufacturers, its performance varied significantly across national markets.
China and the United States continued to dominate Tesla’s global sales. South Korea emerged as one of the company’s fastest-growing major markets, while Norway recorded an exceptional year despite Tesla’s broader decline across Europe.
Top 10 Tesla Markets by Vehicle Sales in 2025
| Rank | Country | Tesla Sales or Registrations |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | China | 625,698 |
| 2 | United States | Approximately 589,000 |
| 3 | South Korea | 59,916 |
| 4 | United Kingdom | 45,113 |
| 5 | Norway | 34,285 |
| 6 | Australia | Approximately 28,000 |
| 7 | France | Approximately 25,500 |
| 8 | Germany | Approximately 19,400 |
| 9 | Netherlands | Approximately 16,700 |
| 10 | Spain | Approximately 16,000 |
Note: Tesla does not publish a complete country-by-country sales breakdown. The ranking combines national registration statistics, industry association data and reputable market estimates. Final positions can vary slightly depending on whether a source counts vehicle deliveries, retail sales or new registrations.
1. China — 625,698 Vehicles
China became Tesla’s largest individual market in 2025, with approximately 625,698 domestic retail sales.
Despite taking first place, Tesla’s Chinese retail sales fell by about 4.8% from the previous year. The company faced increasingly intense competition from BYD, Geely, Xiaomi, XPeng and other domestic electric-vehicle manufacturers.
Tesla’s Shanghai factory recorded substantially higher wholesale volume because it also produced vehicles for export to overseas markets. Therefore, Shanghai factory output should not be confused with sales to Chinese consumers.
2. United States — Approximately 589,000 Vehicles
Tesla sold an estimated 589,000 vehicles in the United States during 2025, a decrease of around 7% compared with 2024.
The company still accounted for nearly half of the American electric-vehicle market. The Model Y and Model 3 remained its most important products, although competition from Chevrolet, Ford, Hyundai, Rivian and Cadillac continued to increase.
3. South Korea — 59,916 Vehicles
South Korea was one of Tesla’s strongest-performing markets in 2025. Tesla registered 59,916 vehicles, making it the third-largest imported-car brand in the country behind BMW and Mercedes-Benz.
The strong result was driven largely by the Model Y, including competitively priced versions produced at Tesla’s Shanghai factory. South Korea consequently became one of Tesla’s largest national markets outside the United States and China.
4. United Kingdom — 45,113 Vehicles
Tesla registered approximately 45,113 vehicles in the United Kingdom in 2025.
Although Britain’s overall battery-electric vehicle market expanded strongly, Tesla’s registrations fell by roughly 9.6% from the previous year. The UK nevertheless remained Tesla’s largest market in Europe by total volume.
5. Norway — 34,285 Vehicles
Norway was a major exception to Tesla’s weak European performance. The company registered 34,285 vehicles, an increase of more than 40% year over year.
Tesla captured approximately 19% of Norway’s new-car market and set a new annual sales record for any individual automobile brand in the country. The Model Y was the main driver of this growth.
6. Australia — Approximately 28,000 Vehicles
Tesla sold approximately 28,000 vehicles in Australia during 2025.
The Model Y remained the company’s most popular model, followed by the Model 3. However, Tesla’s Australian sales declined as competition increased from BYD, Kia, Hyundai, MG and other electric-vehicle brands.
7. France — Approximately 25,500 Vehicles
Tesla registered approximately 25,500 vehicles in France in 2025.
Sales declined sharply after changes to France’s environmental incentive system reduced support for certain imported electric vehicles, including China-built versions of the Model 3. Tesla’s total French registrations fell by roughly 37% over the year.
8. Germany — Approximately 19,400 Vehicles
Tesla registered approximately 19,400 vehicles in Germany, down nearly 48% from 2024.
The decline was especially notable because Tesla operates its European Gigafactory in Grünheide, near Berlin. Increased competition, the Model Y production transition and weaker consumer sentiment toward the brand contributed to the decrease.
9. Netherlands — Approximately 16,700 Vehicles
Tesla recorded approximately 16,700 registrations in the Netherlands during 2025.
The company experienced a substantial decline compared with the previous year despite continued growth in the Netherlands’ broader electric-vehicle market.
10. Spain — Approximately 16,000 Vehicles
Tesla registered approximately 16,000 vehicles in Spain in 2025.
Spain performed better than several other European Tesla markets, although full-year registrations still declined slightly. The Model 3 remained one of the country’s most popular battery-electric cars.
Where Did Japan Rank?
Tesla sold approximately 10,600 vehicles in Japan in 2025, representing growth of around 90% from the previous year.
Japan did not enter the global Top 10, but 2025 was Tesla’s strongest year in the country and the first time its annual Japanese sales exceeded 10,000 vehicles.
Tesla’s Biggest Markets at a Glance
The United States and China together accounted for approximately three-quarters of Tesla’s worldwide deliveries in 2025. This highlights how dependent the company remains on its two largest markets.
South Korea was one of the most important growth stories of the year, while Norway stood out as Tesla’s strongest European success. In contrast, sales declined significantly in Germany, France, the Netherlands and several other European countries.
Globally, Tesla delivered 1.64 million vehicles in 2025, while BYD sold approximately 2.26 million battery-electric vehicles and overtook Tesla as the world’s largest BEV manufacturer.
Conclusion
Tesla’s 2025 results revealed a highly uneven global sales picture.
China and the United States remained its dominant markets, but both recorded declining sales. South Korea rose rapidly to become one of Tesla’s most important markets, and Norway achieved record-breaking registrations.
Meanwhile, Tesla’s sharp declines in several major European countries demonstrated the growing pressure from established automakers and Chinese electric-vehicle manufacturers.
As competition intensifies, Tesla’s future sales growth may depend on more affordable models, updates to the Model 3 and Model Y, and the company’s ability to rebuild momentum in Europe.
Methodology
This ranking uses the latest full-year 2025 information available as of July 2026.
Sources include:
- National vehicle-registration agencies
- Automotive industry associations
- China Passenger Car Association data
- Cox Automotive estimates
- Tesla’s global delivery reports
Because Tesla reports only global production and deliveries, not complete national sales, figures for some countries are estimates. Registration totals may also differ slightly from customer-delivery figures.
