BEV Sales Down 17% In South Africa In 2025 - CleanTechnica

In 2025, South Africa’s overall vehicle market experienced significant growth, reaching its highest sales levels in over a decade with 596,818 vehicles sold—a 15.7% increase from 2024. This growth was supported by economic improvements, interest rate cuts, record-low vehicle inflation, and an influx of affordable imports. Despite this positive environment, battery electric vehicle (BEV) sales declined by 17%, dropping from 1,231 units in 2024 to just 1,018 units in 2025, representing a mere 0.17% of total vehicle sales. Traditional hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) also saw a decline, with sales falling 6% to 12,751 units. Conversely, plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) experienced explosive growth, with sales increasing 280% from 738 units in 2024 to 2,808 units in 2025, indicating strong consumer preference for vehicles that offer extended electric