Electric vehicles are now a familiar sight on Canadian roads, and buyers have more choice than ever. From compact electric crossovers to three-row family SUVs and even full-size pickup trucks, the Canadian EV market covers a much wider range of needs than it did just a few years ago.
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So, what were the best-selling electric vehicles in Canada in 2025?
The Tesla Model Y took the top spot, with over 13,000 vehicles sold in Canada during 2025, according to model-level sales figures published in the Canadian Automobile Dealers Association’s (CADA) 2025 Year in Review.
SUVs clearly dominate, with nine of the first ten vehicles on our list being SUVs, crossovers or pickup trucks, while the Tesla Model 3 is the only traditional passenger car.
Statistics Canada recorded 169,972 new zero-emission vehicles sold in Canada in 2025, representing approximately 8.7% of all new motor vehicles sold, Interestingly, this figure is close to the results of our survey, “Would you consider an EV for your next car?” Among respondents who expressed an opinion, 8.24% said they were very likely to purchase an electric vehicle in the future, while more than 75% said they were very unlikely to do so. While vehicle sales and purchase intentions are different measures, the similarity between the two figures offers an interesting snapshot of the current level of EV interest among Canadian consumers.
Tesla Model Y
With over 13,000 units sold, the Tesla Model Y was the best-selling battery-electric model in Canada in 2025. The Tesla Model Y has many of the characteristics Canadian buyers typically look for in a vehicle: an SUV-style body, five-passenger seating, plenty of cargo room and available all-wheel drive.
For buyers looking for an electric family crossover with strong range and an established charging network, the Model Y is for now the most popular choice.
Chevrolet Equinox EV
The Chevrolet Equinox EV finished second, with 10,059 vehicles. This car is designed to appeal to ordinary SUV buyers considering the transition from gasoline to electricity.
Range is one of its biggest strengths. The 2025 Equinox EV has an estimated range of up to 513 kilometres with front-wheel drive, while all-wheel-drive versions has up to 494 kilometres.
Its strong sales also contributed to a bigger shift in Canada’s EV market. General Motors says it registered more than 25,000 EVs across its Chevrolet, Cadillac and GMC brands during 2025, giving the company approximately 21% of the Canadian EV market.
Ford Mustang Mach-E
With over 8,600 Ford Mustang Mach-E sold in came third in 2025. This is a practical five-door electric crossover designed to combine everyday usability with sportier styling and performance.
The Mach-E offers several configurations, allowing buyers to prioritize range, performance or all-wheel-drive capability. That flexibility makes it suitable for everything from daily commuting to longer highway trips.
For Canadian buyers, available all-wheel drive is another attraction, particularly in areas where winter driving conditions are a major consideration.
Hyundai IONIQ 5
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 reached 4,773 Canadian sales in 2025. Hyundai says the IONIQ 5 can charge from 10% to 80% in approximately 18 minutes using a 350-kW DC fast charger, under suitable conditions. A 2025 Preferred Long Range AWD model equipped with the Ultimate package and 19-inch wheels offered up to 463 km of range.
Its long wheelbase also creates a surprisingly roomy passenger compartment.
Volkswagen ID.4
The Volkswagen ID.4 electric crossover has a familiar and practical crossover format, and sold over 4,600 in 2025.
The ID.4 Pro has an estimated range of up to 468 kilometres, while the Pro AWD has about 423 kilometres. The larger-battery versions use an 82-kWh battery and can accept DC charging at up to 175 kW.
Kia EV9
Kia sold 4,121 EV9s in Canada during 2025, an impressive result for a large three-row electric SUV, because most affordable and mid-priced EVs are compact or midsize vehicles.
Long Range RWD version has an estimated 489 kilometres of driving range, while Long Range AWD models can go up to 451 kilometres.
The EV9 also supports extremely fast charging. Kia lists a 10-to-80% DC fast-charging time of about 24 minutes for its 99.8-kWh battery when connected to a suitable 350-kW charger.
Tesla Model 3
The Tesla Model 3 is Canada’s best-selling electric passenger car, with 3,565 sales during 2025. Unlike most of the vehicles in the top 10, the Model 3 isn’t an SUV. It’s a low-slung four-door sedan focused on efficiency, range and performance.
The Model 3’s aerodynamic body helps it to get impressive range, and depending on version, you can choose between rear-wheel-drive and dual-motor all-wheel-drive configurations.
Cadillac OPTIQ
Cadillac positions the OPTIQ as an entry point into its electric luxury lineup. It’s smaller and more accessible than some of the brand’s larger electric models while still offering the styling and technology buyers expect from Cadillac.
The 2025 OPTIQ came standard with dual-motor all-wheel drive and offered a Cadillac-estimated range of up to 482 kilometres on a full charge, plus the Super Cruise capability.
Toyota bZ4X
The bZ4X is Toyota’s dedicated battery-electric crossover derived from the best selling Toyota RAV4 and offers the sort of size and layout that should feel familiar to buyers coming from a conventional compact SUV.
The front-wheel-drive LE has an estimated 406 kilometres of range from its 71.4-kWh battery, while with the AWD version you can drive up to 367 kilometres.
The bZ4X’s greatest attraction is familiarity: it’s an electric crossover backed by one of Canada’s best-known automotive brands and dealer networks.
Chevrolet Silverado EV
The Chevrolet Silverado EV is a full-size electric pickup with an estimated maximum of up to 792 kilometres on a full charge for the 2025 Silverado EV WT Max Range.
Depending on trim, the truck can also deliver considerable horsepower and torque, while retaining the towing, cargo and utility characteristics buyers expect from a full-size pickup.