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The Tesla Model Y claimed the top spot in the global electric vehicle (EV) market in August 2024, with a impressive delivery of 99,290 units. However, the identities of the top 5 EVs, excluding Tesla and BYD models, remain uncertain due to a lack of specific data for August 2024.
Based on recent EV sales data and emerging trends, it is likely that the Geely EX5, Kia EV5, Kia EV3, MG IM6, and various models from the Volkswagen Group and Hyundai-Kia would be among the leading contenders. The exact rankings for August 2024 are not definitively known, but the Australian market provides a valuable insight.
In July 2025, the Geely EX5 and Kia models emerged as the top-selling non-Tesla/BYD EVs in Australia, with the Geely EX5 leading the pack. The Kia EV5 and Kia EV3 followed closely behind, while the MG IM6 made a smaller but significant impact.
In the global EV landscape, Tesla and BYD continue to hold prominent positions. In August 2024, the Tesla Model 3 ended the month in fourth place, with 44,413 registrations. BYD, too, showed a strong presence, placing 11 models in the top 20.
The Chinese market played a significant role in the increase of plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) sales, contributing to a 51% jump in PHEV sales in August 2024, reaching approximately half a million models. The Wuling Mini EV, not built by Tesla or BYD, surged to ninth place in EV sales, becoming the best-selling EV not produced by these brands.
The global plug-in market is shifting towards more EVs from the E and F segments. Battery-electric vehicle (BEV) deliveries were up 6% compared to August 2023, reaching approximately one million units. All-electric models made up 12% alone, or 6.3 million units, marking a 10% increase in the first eight months of 2024. EVs accounted for 19% of the entire market in the same period, an increase of 10 million units.
As more precise data excluding Tesla and BYD becomes available, it will provide clarity on the definitive top 5 models outside these brands. The Li Auto L6 is expected to be a strong contender for the most popular non-Tesla and non-BYD model for the year 2024. The Geely Galaxy E5, with specs capable of competing with the BYD Yuan Plus, also known as the Atto 3, is another model to watch.
The rise of non-Tesla and non-BYD EVs in the global market is a testament to the growing diversity and competitiveness in the EV industry.
Technology continues to disrupt the lifestyle sector, with electric vehicles (EVs) from various manufacturers making significant strides. In August 2025, the Geely EX5, Kia EV5, and Kia EV3, among others, showed promising sales figures in the Australian market, indicating their potential for global success.
The shift towards all-electric vehicles (BEVs) in the global market is evident, with EVs from car brands like Geely and Kia growing in popularity, signifying a more diverse and competitive landscape in the EV industry.
