The Renault Clio is on track to be Europe's best-selling car for the third consecutive month. This would give the small hatchback an advantage throughout the three months of the second quarter. Its persistence at the top of the market is remarkable, having already topped the charts in both April and May 2025.
Along with the Clio's dominance, the Tesla Model Y is showing strong performance, with the latest figures ranking it second in market share and units sold in the European Union for June 2025. The Model Y continues to be the continent's best-selling electric car, cementing its position as a key player in the transition to electrification. The information is on autonews.com
The overall European new car market in June 2025 shows a mixed picture. While some major markets such as Spain and the UK are growing year-on-year, France, Germany and Italy are underperforming, with the latter two experiencing double-digit declines. This is a sign of continued consumer uncertainty and weaker macroeconomic activity, which are weighing on overall car sales.
The European passenger car market has been struggling in the first half of 2025, with total sales down more than 1% so far from an already low base year-on-year. However, the electric vehicle segment continues to grow, with hybrids and fully electric cars taking up a growing share of the market. Manufacturers are adapting to these changes, with brands such as BYD already overtaking traditional leaders in the electric car sector.
The launch of the Renault Clio and Tesla Model Y in June highlights the dynamism of the European car market – the continued demand for compact and affordable cars, combined with the growing interest in electric vehicles, are changing the top charts.