Chevrolet Overtakes Ford in EV Sales in 2025: Equinox EV Leads the Charge

A significant shake-up is unfolding in the American electric vehicle (EV) market. Through the first five months of 2025, Chevrolet has officially surpassed Ford in EV sales, securing the No. 2 spot behind Tesla.

According to General Motors, Chevrolet sold around 37,000 electric vehicles from January to May, edging out Ford’s 34,000 units during the same period. The momentum has been accelerating, with GM reporting a massive 94% surge in EV sales during the first quarter alone.

Across all GM brands—including Cadillac and GMC—the automaker has sold over 62,000 EVs in 2025, capturing 15.5% of the U.S. EV market in the first two months of Q2. That’s more than double its market share from 2024.

What’s Fueling Chevrolet’s EV Surge?

Industry analysts credit much of Chevrolet’s success to the affordable and highly appealing Equinox EV. Priced from $33,600, the Equinox EV hits a sweet spot for American families seeking budget-friendly, long-range electric transportation. Its EPA-estimated range of up to 525 km on a single charge beats many rivals in the price range.

By contrast, Ford’s Mustang Mach-E—its most affordable EV—starts at $37,995 and offers a lower estimated range of 360 km with its standard 72 kWh battery. Ford currently lacks a direct rival to the Equinox EV in terms of both pricing and efficiency.

Expanding the Lineup: Chevrolet Blazer EV and More

Also contributing to Chevrolet’s rise is the Chevrolet Blazer EV, a stylish mid-size SUV that fills a gap in Ford’s EV lineup. The rear-wheel-drive RS model of the Blazer EV boasts an impressive 538 km range, providing even more value for buyers.

GM’s broader EV portfolio includes the luxury Cadillac Escalade IQ, plus a strong lineup of electric trucks like the Chevrolet Silverado EV, GMC Sierra EV, and the rugged GMC Hummer EV—catering to a diverse American market.

The Return of the Bolt

Interestingly, Chevrolet reached this sales milestone without the Bolt EV, previously its best-selling model. Although discontinued, a second-generation Bolt is already in development. It will use cost-effective LFP batteries and is expected to return as a sub-$30,000 crossover, aiming to further boost Chevrolet’s market share.

Final Thoughts

With smart pricing, a compelling product lineup, and strong performance metrics, Chevrolet is quickly becoming the most serious challenger to Tesla in the U.S. EV race. As Ford regroups, the rest of 2025 could mark a turning point in the American EV landscape.