Proton EV Registrations Lead Malaysia Market in June 2026

Malaysia's electric vehicle market continued its rapid expansion in June 2026 as official registration figures released by the Malaysia Road Transport Department (JPJ) showed Proton securing the highest number of EV registrations among all brands. The company's two e.MAS models together recorded 1,888 registrations during the month, comfortably leading the market. The latest results highlight the growing acceptance of locally branded electric vehicles while reflecting the country's accelerating transition toward electrified mobility.

Proton Leads EV Brand Registrations in June 2026

According to JPJ registration data reported on July 13, 2026, Proton maintained the top position with 1,888 registered units. It finished ahead of BYD, which registered 1,076 units, followed by Tesla with 935 units. iCaur recorded 502 registrations, while Zeekr completed the top five brands with 459 units registered during June.

Top EV Brand Registrations in Malaysia – June 2026

Proton e.MAS Models Dominate Monthly Rankings

The Proton e.MAS 5 emerged as the best-selling electric vehicle model during June with 1,309 registrations. The Proton e.MAS 7 followed in second place with 579 units. Tesla's Model Y ranked third after registering 526 units, while the Model 3 secured fourth position with 409 registrations. The BYD Atto 3 and the Zeekr 7X each recorded 371 units, creating a tie for the fifth-highest registration total during the month.

Top 10 EV Model Registrations in June 2026

Malaysia EV Market Continues Strong Growth

Overall electric vehicle registrations in Malaysia reached 6,215 units during June 2026, representing an 89.9% year-on-year increase. During the first half of 2026, total EV registrations climbed to 31,738 units, reflecting an 85.1% increase compared with the same period a year earlier. Proton contributed significantly to this momentum by recording 13,530 registrations across H1 2026, reinforcing its position as a key participant in the country's expanding electric vehicle market.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which company led EV registrations in Malaysia during June 2026?
Proton recorded the highest number of electric vehicle registrations in Malaysia during June 2026 based on Malaysian Road Transport Department (JPJ) data. The company registered 1,888 units across its two e.MAS models, outperforming BYD, Tesla, iCaur, and Zeekr. Its strong monthly performance also supported its leadership during the first half of 2026 as demand for electric vehicles continued to increase across the Malaysian market.

How did Malaysia's EV market perform in the first half of 2026?
Malaysia's electric vehicle market experienced substantial growth during the first six months of 2026. Total EV registrations reached 31,738 units, representing an 85.1% year-on-year increase. June alone recorded 6,215 registrations, up 89.9% from the previous year. Proton registered 13,530 vehicles during H1 2026, contributing significantly to the country's expanding adoption of electric mobility.