BYD outsells Tesla and Kia as the best
EVRoutes Team
EV Content Writer
With over 7% market share, BYD is now the top-selling EV brand in the UK so far in 2026, surpassing Tesla, Kia, and Volkswagen to take the top spot
What's Happening
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Why This Matters for EV Owners
The Bigger Picture
This development reflects broader shifts in the European EV market as charging infrastructure expands and new models enter the market..
EV Comparison: How Do These Models Stack Up?
Among these models, the Tesla Model 3 Long Range leads in efficiency at 14.4 kWh/100km, while the Tesla Model 3 Long Range offers the longest range at 602 km WLTP.
| Model | Battery | WLTP Range | Efficiency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model 3 Long Range | 75 kWh | 602 km | 14.4 kWh/100km |
| Tesla Model Y Long Range | 75 kWh | 533 km | 16.9 kWh/100km |
| Volkswagen ID.4 Pro | 77 kWh | 520 km | 16.3 kWh/100km |
| Kia EV6 Long Range | 77 kWh | 528 km | 16.5 kWh/100km |
Data sourced from EVRoutes' vehicle database covering 60+ EV models. Ranges are WLTP-rated and real-world results may vary by 10-20% based on driving conditions.
Charging Infrastructure: London, UK
London has seen rapid charging deployment through BP Pulse, Gridserve, and Tesla. The UK's Right to Charge law gives tenants the right to request EV charger installation.
EVRoutes indexes over 500,000+ charging stations across 30 European countries, aggregated from providers including Tesla Supercharger, Ionity, Fastned, Allego, and more.
What to Watch Next
As the EV landscape continues to evolve, developments like this shape the transition to electric mobility across Europe..
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