The Indonesian EV market has become more competitive, with Chinese manufacturers still dominating the market. BYD takes the lead as of March 2025, with multiple models occupying the top spots in the list of best-selling EVs. The information below is derived from wholesale sales data, which indicates factory distributions to dealers based on Association of Indonesian Automotive Industries (Gaikindo) reports.
Key Points
- BYD’s Domination: Chinese brand BYD is at the front with its best selling models which also include its luxury sub brand Denza which takes the number one spot.
- Electric MPVs and SUVs Growing: We see that the trend of electric MPVs and SUVs is increasing which is true for vehicles like the Denza D9, BYD M6 and Sealion 7 which are doing very well.
- Chery and Wuling’s Rise: Also other Chinese players in the game like Chery and Wuling are doing great with their electric SUVs and city cars which are performing very well.
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Top 10 Best-Selling Electric Cars in Indonesia – March 2025
Here’s a breakdown of the top 10 best-selling electric cars in Indonesia as of March 2025 based on wholesale data:
- Denza D9
- BYD M6
- Sales: 1,293 units
- The BYD M6 electric MPV continues to be a popular choice, making it one of the highest-selling models in Indonesia.
- BYD Sealion 7
- Sales: 1,182 units
- This new 5-seater electric SUV from BYD launched in February 2025, and quickly gained traction in the market.
- Chery J6 (iCar 03)
- Sales: 987 units
- The Chery J6, a boxy electric SUV, has made a significant impact, offering consumers another great option in the EV segment.
- Aion Hyptec
- Sales: 886 units
- Aion has seen a remarkable increase in sales, with a 503.1% rise from February 2025, marking a huge leap in popularity.
- Wuling Air EV
- Sales: 471 units
- The Wuling Air EV remains a strong contender in the compact electric car segment, especially in urban areas.
- Wuling BinguoEV
- BYD Atto 3
- Sales: 388 units
- The BYD Atto 3 is a well-rounded electric SUV that continues to appeal to a wide range of customers.
- Wuling Cloud EV
- Sales: 266 units
- The Wuling Cloud EV, while smaller in volume, is still a noteworthy model in the affordable EV category.
- BYD Seal
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Other Key Insights
- AION’s Significant Growth: AION, another Chinese brand, has seen an exceptional growth rate, increasing sales by 503.1% in March compared to February 2025. It sold 959 units in March, compared to just 159 units the month before.
- Hyundai Kona’s Limited Sales: Despite the global popularity of the Hyundai Kona, it did not make it into the top 10 best-selling electric cars in Indonesia. Hyundai’s Kona, the most affordable EV from the South Korean brand, managed to sell just 37 units in March 2025.
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Conclusion
The inroad of Chinese brands into the Indonesian electric vehicle market is reported which sees BYD at the head of the pack. We see a trend toward families friendly, practical vehicles which also have a large focus on sustainability. While Wuling, Chery, and AION are encroaching into the space, BYD is still coming out on top, leading the charge in electric mobility across the country. Also we are seeing a steady increase in sales and a wide range of electric vehicle options which points to a very bright future for the EV market in Indonesia.