Malaysia EV Market April 2026: Proton Maintains Lead Ahead of BYD and Tesla

Malaysia’s electric vehicle market continued expanding in April 2026 as registration figures released by the Road Transport Department (JPJ) showed Proton maintaining its leadership position among EV brands. The automaker recorded 2,408 vehicle registrations during the month, remaining comfortably ahead of several global EV manufacturers operating in the country. The latest figures highlighted increasing competition in the Malaysian EV sector as Chinese, European, and regional manufacturers continued strengthening their local presence through a growing portfolio of battery-electric models.

BYD secured the second position in April with 1,413 registered units, while iCaur followed with 547 units. Zeekr ranked fourth after posting 357 registrations, and Tesla completed the top five with 172 units registered during the month. Other manufacturers included Xpeng with 150 registrations, Leapmotor with 108, MG with 92, TQ Wuling with 91, and MINI with 81 registrations. The results reflected continued diversification within the Malaysian EV market as consumers gained access to a broader range of vehicle choices across different price segments.

Top EV Brand Registrations in Malaysia – April 2026

The following table highlights the leading EV brands based on vehicle registrations recorded during April 2026.

The remaining brands inside the top 20 included BMW with 73 registrations, Great Wall Motor with 70, Volvo with 53, Perodua with 52, Denza with 45, Toyota with 40, Dongfeng with 31, smart with 26, Neta with 18, and Chery with 15 registrations. The broad distribution of registrations across multiple automakers demonstrated the rapid expansion of Malaysia’s EV ecosystem, where established automotive companies and emerging electric-focused manufacturers are both competing aggressively for market share.

In the model rankings, the Proton eMas 5 retained its lead after recording 1,772 registrations during April. The BYD Atto 3 Ultra followed with 778 units, while the Proton eMas 7 secured third position with 636 registrations. The iCaur V23 achieved 365 registrations, placing it among the strongest-performing EV models for the month. Additional notable performers included the Zeekr 7X with 303 units and the BYD Seal 6 with 239 registrations, reflecting strong customer demand for mid-size and premium electric vehicles in the market.

Leading EV Model Registrations in Malaysia – April 2026

The table below summarizes the highest-registered EV models during April 2026 based on JPJ registration data.

Other important models included the BYD Sealion 7 with 163 registrations, BYD Atto 2 with 115 units, and the Tesla Model 3 with 105 registrations. One of the most notable developments during the month was the entry of Perodua’s QV-E into the top 20 EV model rankings. The model recorded 52 registrations and surpassed both the Zeekr 009 and Xpeng X9 during April, signaling increasing consumer acceptance of locally positioned electric mobility offerings in the Malaysian market.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which EV brand led the Malaysian market in April 2026?
Proton emerged as the leading EV brand in Malaysia during April 2026 based on JPJ registration data. The company registered 2,408 electric vehicles during the month, maintaining a strong lead over competing manufacturers. BYD secured second place with 1,413 registrations, while iCaur, Zeekr, and Tesla completed the top five rankings. The figures reflected Proton’s growing presence in Malaysia’s expanding electric vehicle market and highlighted increasing demand for locally positioned EV products across passenger vehicle segments.

Which EV model recorded the highest registrations in Malaysia during April 2026?
The Proton eMas 5 achieved the highest EV registrations in Malaysia during April 2026 with 1,772 units recorded. It outperformed several competing electric vehicle models including the BYD Atto 3 Ultra and Proton eMas 7. Other notable performers included the iCaur V23 and Zeekr 7X. The registration results indicated continued momentum for Proton’s electric vehicle lineup while also demonstrating the rising popularity of EVs from Chinese and international manufacturers operating within the Malaysian automotive market.