Turkey’s electric vehicle market continues to transform rapidly in 2026. While overall car sales declined during the first half of the year, electric vehicles increased their share of the passenger car market. At the same time, Turkey’s charging infrastructure is expanding rapidly, supporting the country’s transition toward electric mobility.
Turkey’s automotive market is undergoing a significant transformation in 2026. According to data from the Automotive Distributors and Mobility Association (ODMD), passenger car sales fell by 9.79% year-on-year in the first half of the year to 440,234 units. Despite the contraction in the overall automotive market, electric vehicles continued to gain market share.
Electric Cars Reach 18.5% of Turkey’s Passenger Car Market
Turkey recorded 80,709 fully electric car sales during the first six months of 2026. When extended-range electric vehicles are included, total electric car sales reached 81,331 units. As a result, electric vehicles accounted for approximately 18.5% of total passenger car sales during the first half of the year.
In other words, nearly one out of every five new passenger cars sold in Turkey was electric. The shift is not limited to fully electric vehicles. Hybrid cars have also continued to attract strong consumer demand, indicating that Turkish consumers are increasingly moving away from conventional gasoline and diesel powertrains. During the first half of 2026, hybrid car sales reached 145,804 units, while gasoline-powered cars accounted for 182,492 sales. Diesel car sales stood at 27,485 units.
Electric and Hybrid Cars Account for More Than Half of the Market
One of the most significant changes in Turkey’s automotive market is the growing combined share of electrified vehicles. When fully electric, extended-range electric and hybrid passenger cars are considered together, these vehicles accounted for approximately 51.6% of Turkey’s passenger car market during the first half of 2026. The figure highlights how quickly consumer preferences are changing. While fully electric vehicles are gaining popularity, hybrids appear to be playing an important role in the transition. For consumers who remain concerned about driving range and charging availability, hybrid models offer an intermediate solution between conventional combustion engines and fully electric vehicles.
Turkey’s EV Charging Infrastructure Continues to Expand
The rapid expansion of charging infrastructure is another key factor supporting electric vehicle adoption in Turkey. According to data from Turkey’s Energy Market Regulatory Authority (EPDK), charging network operators recorded 15.4 million charging sessions during the first half of 2026. Electric vehicles consumed approximately 392,252 megawatt-hours of electricity through charging services during the same period.
Electricity consumption for EV charging increased by approximately 153.5% year-on-year, while the number of charging sessions rose by 96.6%. The number of charging points has also increased significantly. Turkey now has approximately 45,660 charging points across the country. Of these, around 19,903 are DC fast-charging points and 25,731 are AC charging points, while a small number of mobile charging units are also in operation.
DC Fast Charging Becomes Increasingly Important
For electric vehicle owners, the number of charging stations is only part of the equation. The availability of fast-charging infrastructure is becoming increasingly important, particularly for long-distance travel. Turkey now has nearly 20,000 DC charging points, making it easier for EV owners to travel between major cities.- The development of high-speed charging infrastructure could play a critical role in reducing range anxiety and encouraging more consumers to consider electric vehicles. Regulatory changes are also shaping the charging market. From July 1, 2026, new DC charging units installed along highways and state roads are required to support credit card payments, making charging services more accessible to consumers.
