TLDR: Fuyoh, Malaysia registered 53,538 electric cars from January to September 2026, up 98.8% from 26,928 in the same period of 2025, based on JPJ data on data.gov.my. That’s about 8.3% of new cars, or roughly 1 in 12. A year ago it was about 4.4%. And the nine-month total already beats the 44,813 electric cars registered in the whole of 2025.
Malaysia EV registrations 2026: how many so far?
Malaysia registered 53,538 electric cars from January to September 2026. Same nine months of 2025? 26,928. That’s a jump of 98.8%, from the Road Transport Department (JPJ) registration data published on data.gov.my.
The whole of 2025 saw 44,813 electric cars registered. So with a quarter still to go, 2026 has already passed it.
What share of new cars in Malaysia are electric?
About 8.3% of new cars registered from January to September 2026 were electric, up from about 4.4% a year earlier. TA Research puts the 2026 figure at 8.4%, as reported by Focus Malaysia.
These numbers are for cars only. Count every vehicle type, motorcycles included, and EVs were about 5.3% of new registrations, up from about 3.0% in the same period of 2025. Motorcycles make up a big chunk of registrations here and very few are electric, so the overall share comes out lower.
| Measure | Jan-Sep 2025 | Jan-Sep 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Electric cars registered | 26,928 | 53,538 |
| Year-on-year change | n/a | +98.8% |
| EV share of new cars | ~4.4% | ~8.3% |
| EV share, all vehicle types | ~3.0% | ~5.3% |
Source: JPJ vehicle registrations by type and fuel, data.gov.my (data to 30 Sep 2026). Shares are approximate.
Which EV brands sold the most in Malaysia in 2026?
Proton e.MAS led from January to September 2026 with about 24,900 units, followed by BYD with about 8,100. Those are TA Research figures reported by Focus Malaysia on 19 October 2026. The JPJ data on data.gov.my lands on almost the same totals: 24,857 for Proton e.MAS (20,327 e.MAS 5 and 4,530 e.MAS 7) and 8,087 for BYD.
So the local brand is far ahead. Proton e.MAS alone makes up close to half of all electric cars registered this year.
What does the BYD and Inokom deal mean?
BYD Malaysia has appointed Inokom Corporation as its local CKD assembly partner, through an MoU signed in Shenzhen on 15 October 2026. Inokom runs a plant in Kulim, Kedah. TA Research says local assembly could make BYD’s pricing more competitive, but it’s keeping a Neutral view on the auto sector overall.
For buyers, “could” is the key word. Local assembly doesn’t automatically mean cheaper cars, and no price changes have been announced. We’d wait for real figures before holding off on a purchase.
What this means if you’re buying an EV
More EVs on the road means more people looking for a home charger at the same time. That can stretch installer waiting lists. If you’re planning to buy, sort out charging early. Check whether your home is single-phase or three-phase, since that decides which chargers make sense. Our best home EV chargers in Malaysia guide compares the options, and the EV charging cost calculator shows what charging at home will roughly cost you. Then make sure your installer is registered with Suruhanjaya Tenaga (ST). Our installer directory is a good place to start.
FAQ
How many electric cars were registered in Malaysia in 2026?
From January to September 2026, Malaysia registered 53,538 electric cars, based on JPJ data on data.gov.my. That’s up 98.8% from 26,928 in the same period of 2025.
What percentage of new cars in Malaysia are electric?
About 8.3% of new cars registered from January to September 2026 were electric, up from about 4.4% a year earlier. This is the share of new registrations, not of all cars already on the road.
What is the best-selling EV brand in Malaysia?
Proton e.MAS, with about 24,900 registrations from January to September 2026. BYD is second with about 8,100.
How many EVs were registered in Malaysia in 2025?
44,813 electric cars, based on JPJ data on data.gov.my. The first nine months of 2026 have already passed that.
Where will BYD assemble cars in Malaysia?
BYD Malaysia has picked Inokom Corporation, which has a plant in Kulim, Kedah, as its local assembly partner.
