Electric SUV statistics 2026

Electric SUV Statistics 2026: Sales, Models & Best Sellers

SUVs are where the EV market is really growing. Here are the key electric SUV statistics for 2026.

Key findings at a glance

  • Electric SUVs are 8% of the SUV segment.
  • Buyers can choose from 79 SUV EV models.
  • The Model Y leads with 146,000 sold.
  • Chevy Equinox EV is the top non-Tesla e-SUV.
79Electric SUV models now available in the U.S. (vs 28 cars, 6 pickups)
Source: ICCT

Electric SUV market statistics

  • 8% of the SUV segment is now electric. (Market data, 2025)
  • 1.2 million light-duty EVs sold in the U.S. in the first three quarters of 2025. (ICCT, 2025)
  • ~12% U.S. EV market share in Q3 2025 — before falling to 5.7% in Q4 after credits expired. (ICCT, 2025)

Best-selling electric SUV statistics

  • 146,000 Tesla Model Y units sold through Q2 2025 — the segment leader. (Industry data, 2025)
  • 27,749 Chevrolet Equinox EV units in H1 2025 — the top non-Tesla e-SUV. (Industry data, 2025)
  • 79 models SUV EV choices available in the U.S. (plus 28 cars and 6 pickups). (ICCT, 2025)

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Summary table

Metric Figure Source
e-SUV share of SUVs 8% Market data
US EV sales (3Q 2025) 1.2 million ICCT
Q3 2025 EV share ~12% ICCT
Model Y (through Q2) 146,000 Industry
Equinox EV (H1) 27,749 Industry
SUV EV models 79 ICCT

Frequently asked questions

What share of SUVs are electric?
About 8% of the SUV segment is now electric (market data).

What is the best-selling electric SUV?
The Tesla Model Y, with 146,000 sold through Q2 2025 (industry data).

How many electric SUVs can I choose from?
79 SUV EV models are available in the U.S. (ICCT).

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Sources & methodology

Compiled by the ePlug Kit team from primary and tier-1 industry sources, June 2026: ICCT; industry sales trackers. Figures are current as of publication and rounded for readability.

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