Number of new car registrations in September increased - Upswing for electric and hybrid - Germany's Car Market Sees Electric Boom in September 2025
September 2025 witnessed a significant shift in Germany's car market. Overall registrations of new passenger cars surged by 16.2 percent, with battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) and hybrid cars spearheading the growth.
Despite the overall growth, gasoline engine cars decreased by 5.9 percent to 63,047 units. Similarly, diesel engine cars also saw a decline, dropping by 7.2 percent to 28,871. However, the narrative was different for electric and hybrid vehicles. BEVs' share of registrations rose to a remarkable 19.3 percent, with 45,495 new cars registered, a 31.9 percent increase. Hybrid vehicles also performed well, with a 28.9 percent increase to 97,212 registrations. Plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) saw an impressive 85.4 percent rise to 27,685 units.
Looking at the brands, Volkswagen (VW) led the market with a 19.2 percent share, followed by Mercedes and BMW. Mercedes had an increase of 10.6 percent, while VW's registrations rose by 16.2 percent. The average CO2 emissions decreased by 8.8 percent to 102.8 grams per kilometer, reflecting the shift towards cleaner vehicles.
In conclusion, September 2025 saw a significant boost in new passenger car registrations, fueled by a substantial increase in battery-electric and hybrid vehicles. Despite declines in gasoline and diesel engine cars, the overall market grew by 16.2 percent. The rise in electric and hybrid vehicles also contributed to a reduction in average CO2 emissions.
