Two French models are on the podium of the best-selling electric cars in France in 2021. But neither is in first place.

They are dethroned by the Tesla Model 3, with 24,911 units sold, according to the classification established by AAA Date, reports

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While the automotive market almost stagnated in 2021, with 1.66 million new cars sold in France, the electric market is doing well.

162,000 electric vehicles were sold last year, according to NGC-Data.

That is an increase of 45.6% compared to the previous year.

According to AAA Data, the electric would even have reached 15% of market share in December 2021. “It is not far from the diesel which continues its decline.

It only represents 17% of sales against 71% in 2009, ”the firm specifies.

Significant progress for Dacia

This growth can be explained in particular by the success of Tesla. The manufacturer has lowered its prices to ensure that this model is eligible for the ecological bonus of 6,000 euros. The second place is occupied by the Renault Zoé, with 23,573 units sold, followed by the electric Peugeot 208, with 17,858 sales. These models are followed by the Dacia Spring, which is experiencing significant growth with 11,500 units sold. A success which can be explained by its price: less than 13,000 euros after deduction of the bonus.

The first SUV in the ranking is in 7th place: the Kia e-Niro.

It is however at the end of its career, with a new model which must replace it this year.

6,305 units were sold, more than the Volkswagen ID3, which struggles to convince, like the ID4 model.

The year has not been much easier for Opel, with seven times fewer sales for the electric Corsa compared to the electric Peugeot 208, despite many similarities and a lower price tag.

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