Naysayers might struggle to accept it, but the U.S.electric vehiclemarket saw a noticeable uptake in 2024. The popularity of EVs is heading one way, and that’s up, so here are 2024’s best-selling EVs in America.
More people are turning to EVs due to constantly increasing gas prices. In addition to thetech featuresand blisteringly quick performance that most EVs offer, it’s not hard to see why they’re so likable.
While interest in more efficient and eco-friendly products increases, so does the number of new and compelling alternatives, further motivating the rise in popularity of the alternative drivetrain option.
In order to give you the most up-to-date and accurate information possible, the data used to compile this article was sourced from various manufacturer websites and other authoritative sources, including Consumer Reports and J.D. Power. We’ve ranked the models below based on their annual sales figures, from lowest to highest.
10Rivian R1S - 26,934 Units Sold
Starting MSRP: $74,900
During 2024, Rivian sold an impressive 26,934 units of itsR1S model—a 23.4 percent increase over the brand’s 2023 result. In Q4, it moved 7,374 unique units—a figure down 12.5 percent compared to the same period the previous year. The R1S holds a 2.1 percent market share for the entire year.
533-835 HP
610-908 LB-FT
0-60 MPH
12 Hours @ 11.5 kW
Starting Price (MSRP)
$74,900-$99,000
Despite scoring the R1S SUV 72/100 on the road test score and 5/5 for predicted owner satisfaction, Consumer Reports gave the electric SUV a surprisingly low 42/100 overall score. This was brought down due to its 9/100 predicted reliability rating. Meanwhile, J.D. Power gave the model a 72/100 quality and reliability rating and 88/100 driving experience mark, contributing to an81/100 overall score.
9Cadillac Lyriq - 28,402 Units Sold
Starting MSRP: $58,595
2024 saw a total of 28,402 individual unit sales of GM’s premium Ultium-based Cadillac Lyriq, of which 8,804 were sold during Q4. Compared to the same quarter the previous year, this was a 111.6 percent increase in sales. The Lyriq holds 2.2 percent of the EV market share for the entirety of 2024.
340 HP
325 LB-FT
88 MPGe
$58,595
Consumer Reports gives the Cadillac Lyric a49/100 overall score, consisting of an 84/100 road test mark, 5/100 predictability grade, and 3/5 predicted owner satisfaction score. J.D. Power gives the electric SUV a 70/100 overall score, which includes a surprisingly low 53/100 quality and reliability score and 81/100 for driving experience.
8Chevrolet Equinox EV - 28,874 Units Sold
Starting MSRP: $33,600
28,874 units of Chevrolet’s Equinox EV were sold in 2024, resulting in a market share of 2.2 percent. Despite introducing the model late in the year, the brand managed to sell 18,089 units in Q4 alone.
213-288 HP
236-346 LB-FT
9.4 Hours @ 11.5 kW
107 MPGe
$33,600
As Consumer Reports is currently conducting a test of the Equinox EV, it so far only hands a 5/5 predicted owner satisfaction rating. At the time of compiling this list, J.D. Power had also failed to give the SUV an overall rating.
7Honda Prologue - 33,017 Units Sold
Starting MSRP: $47,400
33,017 units of the Honda’s GM Ultium-based Prologue SUV were sold in Q4 of 2024. Another late-year introduction, this figure highlights the EV crossover’s impressive market appeal, despite a relatively hefty price tag and lack of Honda components. The Prologue holds a 2.5 percent market share for the year.
Single- Or Dual-Permanent-Magnet Motors
212-288 HP
236-333 LB-FT
99-107 MPGe
$47,400
With a 72/100 road test grade, 30/100 predicted reliability score, and 4/5 predicted satisfaction rating, Consumer Reports hands the Prologue a 56/100 overall score. J.D. Power has yet to provide a review of the model.
6Ford F-150 Lightning - 33,510 Units Sold
Starting MSRP: $62,995
Ford managed to shift 33,510 units of the F-150 Lighting during 2024—a 38.7 increase on the previous year. 10,702 were sold in Q4 alone, although this was 10.1 percent less than what was achieved in the same period in 2023. The F-150 Lightning holds a 2.6 percent market share for 2024.
580 HP
775 LB-FT
300 Miles
Charge Time
Traction Battery Charge Time 50 kW DC Fast Charge: 1.5 Hours
66-70 MPGe
$62,995
Consumer Reports hands theEV pickup trucka 62/100 overall grade, constituing an 81/100 road test score, 28/100 predicted reliability rating, and a 3/5 predicted owner satisfaction mark. J.D. Power hasn’t yet provided any ratings for the EV variant.
5Tesla Cybertruck - 38,965 Units Sold
Starting MSRP: $79,990
Throughout 2024, Tesla sold an impressive 38,965 units of the Cybertruck, which included 12,991 individual units in Q4. The controversial EV pickup truck holds a 3.0 percent market share. As the vehicle only came to market in 2024, we don’t have year-on-year comparisons.
600 HP
521 LB-FT
$79,990
Despite its apparent popularity, Consumer Reports and J.D. Power haven’t published reviews or ratings on theCybertruck, likely because of Tesla’s stance on issuing press units to the media.
4Hyundai Ioniq 5 - 44,400 Units Sold
Starting MSRP: $42,500
More than 44,000 Ioniq 5 derivatives, including the fully-fledged performance N variant, were sold in 2024. 14,082 units were sold in Q4—a 63.5 percent increase compared to the same quarter the previous year. The SUV accounts for 3.4 percent of the total EV market share.
168-320 HP
258-446 LB-FT
99-112 MPGe
$42,500
Consumer Reports hands the Ioniq 5 a 63/100 overall score, which includes an 86/100 road test score, 30,100 predicted reliability rating, and 3/5 predicted satisfaction mark. Meanwhile, J.D. Power gives the model a 73/100 overall score, constituting a 70/100 quality and reliability rating, and 82/100 driving experience score.
3Ford Mustang Mach-E - 51,745 Units Sold
Starting MSRP: $39,995
In 2024, Ford sold 51,745 units of theMustang Mach-E, of which it sold 16,119 vehicles in Q4. This reflects an impressive 35.6 increase in sales compared to the same period the previous year. The Mustang Mach-E holds a 4.0 percent market share within the EV segment.
Single- Or Dual Permanent-Magnet Synchronous eMotor
264-480 HP
387-600 LB-FT
$39,995
Consumer Reports awards the Mustang Mach-E a 70/100 overall score. This is thanks to a fairly respectable 74/100 read test score and 4/5 predicted owner satisfaction score, but the EV ultimately loses points due to its poorer 45/100 predicted reliability rating. Meanwhile, J.D. Power hands the Mach-E a 75/100 overall score, including a 69/100 quality and reliability mark, and an 88/100 driving experience rating.
2Tesla Model 3 - 145,100 Units Sold
Starting MSRP: $42,490
145,100 units of the Model 3 were sold by Tesla in 2024—a figure that includes a mix of the pre-facelift and current-generation models. In Q4 alone, the EV maker managed to achieve an impressive 43,100 sales of the midsize sedan, which holds 14.6 percent of the total market share for 2024.
394 HP (Combined)
377 LB-FT (Combined)
$42,490
While Consumer Reports gives the current-generation Tesla Model 3 a lower-than-expected 47/100 reliability rating, it does award it an 83/100 road test score and a 4/5 predicted owner satisfaction rating. This results in a fairly preferable 73/100 overall rating. J.D. Power gives the sedan an 80/100 overall score, which includes a 74/100 quality and reliability score, and 82/100 for driving experience.
1Tesla Model Y - 405,900 Units Sold
Starting MSRP: $44,900
Once again, the undisputed king of the EV sales charts for 2024 is the Tesla Model Y. During the year, the brand sold an incredible 405,900 individual units, which includes 93,900 sales taking place in Q4. The midsize EV crossover holds a 28.6 percent market share.
Single- Or Dual Permanent-Magnet Motors
295-456 HP
310-487 LB-FT
111-123 MPGe
$44,900
Consumer Reports hands thecurrent-generation Model Ya 72/100 combined rating, which includes an 88/100 road test score, a 41/100 predicted reliability rating, and a 4/5 predicted owner satisfaction rating. J.D. Power awards the model with a 76/100 overall mark, consisting of a 69/100 quality and reliability score, and 81/100 driving experience mark.
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With sedans, SUVs, and trucks, there’s a little bit for everyone on our list. And hey, if you’re still not sure if you want to go all in on an electric vehicle but would like to experiment with the benefits of driving an EV around town and on short commutes, there’s never been a better time to look at hybrid vehicles. Check outthe top hybrids on the market, and if you’re looking to stretch your dollar even more,these used hybrids are a fantastic value.
