Which are the top electric vehicles launched in 2023 globally?

Before jumping into the list of top electric vehicles launched in 2023, let’s dive into the market projection of EVs in 2024, depending on the region, the segment, and the brand.

The general trend and projections are:

Global EV car sales are projected to increase by 34% from 2023 to 2024, reaching 18.9 million units. The global EV market share is also expected to rise by 4%, reaching 20%. It also means that one in every five cars sold in 2024 will be an electric vehicle.
China, Europe, and the USA will be the top three markets for EV cars in 2024, with China accounting for more than half of the global sales. India, Japan, and South Korea witnessed significant growth in their EV markets, while Australia, Brazil, and Mexico will lag.
Tesla continues to dominate the EV market in 2024, with a 40–50% market share. Tesla’s Model 3 and Model Y are the best-selling EV models worldwide, followed by the Cybertruck and the Model S. Tesla also faces more competition from other brands, such as Volkswagen, BYD, Hyundai, and BMW.
The EV market will see more diversity and choices in 2024, with new models launching across price points and body styles. The most anticipated EVs in 2024 are the Audi Q6 e-tron, the BMW i5, the BYD Seal, the Citroen eC3, the Fisker Ocean, the Hyundai Ioniq5, the Lotus Eletre, the MG Comet, the Mercedes EQE, the Tata Nexon EV, the Volvo C40 Recharge, and the Volkswagen ID.7.
The EV market will also see more innovation and technology in 2024, with features such as blade batteries, 800V architecture, vegan interiors, electrochromic sunroofs, digital matrix LED headlights, and solar roofs. The EVs will also be important in 2024, with better performance, efficiency, range, and charging capabilities than the previous models.

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A recap into the list of the electric vehicles launched in 2023 are:-

Zeekr 001: It is the first electric vehicle from Geely’s premium EV brand, featuring a shooting brake design, a range of up to 1,032 km, and a performance of 0-100 km/h in 3.8 seconds.
BYD Song L: A fastback SUV with a sleek design, with a range of up to 600 km.
Porsche Macan EV: A compact luxury SUV with a 100 kWh battery pack, 576 hp, and an 800-volt charging system.
Hyundai Ioniq 6: A mid-size sedan with a neo-rugged design, a 77.4 kWh battery pack, and a 547 km range.
Kia EV6 GT: A sporty crossover with a 77.4 kWh battery pack, 389 hp, and a 0-60 mph time of 4.8 seconds.
Honda Prologue: A mid-size crossover with a 50:50 weight distribution, a 77 kWh battery pack, and a 300-mile range.
MG4 Electric: A hatchback with a European design, a 77 kWh battery pack, and a 530 km range.
Nissan Ariya: A compact crossover with a futuristic design, a 87kWh battery pack, and a 304-mile range.
MG Comet: An ultra compact electric vehicle with a range of 230 km and a quirky design.
Tata Nexon EV: A facelifted version of the popular electric SUV with an updated powertrain and a range of 312 km.
Citroen eC3: The first electric vehicle from the French carmaker in India, with a range of 320 km and a similar deign to the ICE-powered C3.
Mahindra XUV400: A larger and more premium version of the XUV300, with a range of 375 km and EV- specific design touches.
Hyundai Ioniq 5: The flagship electric vehicle from Hyundai, based on a dedicated EV platform and offering a range of 631 km.
BMW iX1: The most affordable electric vehicle from BMW, with a range of 460 km and a similar design to the X1.
Mercedes EQE: A luxury electric sedan from Mercedes, with a range of 660 km and a futuristic design.
Volvo C40 Recharge: A coupe-like electric SUV from Volvo, with a range of 420 km and a sleek design.
Tesla Cybertruck: A futuristic electric pickup truck from Tesla, with a range of 800 km and a unique design.
Fisker Ocean: A stylish electric SUV from Fisker, with a range of 480 km and a solar roof.
Skoda Enyaq iV: A mid-size electric SUV from Skoda, with a range of 510 km, and a spacious cabin. The expected price is Rs.35 lakh to 40 lakh.
Audi Q8 e-Tron: A refreshed version of the e-Tron and e-Tron Sportback, with a range of 600 km and a sleep design. The expected price is Rs. 1.25 crore.
Lotus Eletre: A sporty electric coupe from Lotus, with a range of 500 km and a stunning design with expected price of 1.5 crore to 2 Crore.
Polestar 5: A premium electric sedan from Polestar, with a range of 540 km and a minimalist design with an expected price of Rs. 60 lakh to Rs.70 lakh.
Volkswagen ID.7: A large electric SUV from Volkswagen, with a range of 520 km and a versatile design with an expected price of Rs. 40 lakh to Rs.50 lakh.
Sony Vision: A futuristic electric car from Sony, with a range of 500 km and a high-tech design with expected price of Rs. 80 lakh to Rs. 90 lakh.