Electromobility in Poland is accelerating – what awaits us by 2028?
Electromobility in Poland is accelerating, and changes are visible not year by year, but literally month by month.
Specialists from the Polish Association of New Mobility (PSNM) predict that by the end of 2028, one in six new passenger cars registered in the country will be fully electric.
It appears that in just three years, the fleet of electric passenger vehicles and delivery vehicles (BEVs) will increase almost eightfold and exceed 700,000. auto.
Poles are increasingly choosing electric cars – new or used?
Poles are increasingly switching from traditionally powered cars to electric models. At the same time, they are more inclined to choose new cars – according to statistics, as many as 77% of users think so. This trend demonstrates the growing interest among Poles in modern, zero-emission technologies straight from the showroom.
Most popular brands and body types among electric cars
Among the most popular brands, Tesla leads the way, significantly outpacing BMW, Nissan, Mercedes, and Volkswagen. In terms of body types, urban SUVs have a clear advantage, accounting for as much as 47% of all new BEV registrations. This reflects Poles' commitment to combining ecology with functionality and creating space for the entire family.
How is Poland catching up with Western Europe in electromobility?
Similarly to Western European countries, where the share of electric cars in the new passenger car market exceeded 10% in 2021. According to PSNM forecasts, Poland has a chance to reach this level in 2027. However, as research shows, much depends on the development of subsidy programs and charging infrastructure.
BEV Market Share – Forecasts for the Coming Years
This year, the share of electric cars in the Polish market could increase to as much as 4-5%, which is a significant increase compared to 2024, when BEVs had a share of no more than 3%.
Impact of EU Regulations on the Development of Electromobility in Poland
Recent legislative changes implemented by the European Union, although partially easing CO₂ emission requirements for car manufacturers, will not stop the upward trend of electromobility in Poland. Manufacturers will be billed for three-year average emissions (2025-2027), which may affect the short-term distribution of BEV registration dynamics but will not change the long-term direction of market development.
One in six electric cars in 2028 – what does this mean?
If forecasts prove accurate, annual electric car registrations in Poland will reach 80,000 by the end of 2028, meaning that one in six new cars will be fully electric. Furthermore, by 2030, there could be as many as 700,000 BEV passenger cars and vans, and approximately 41,000 zero-emission trucks on Polish roads.
Who buys electric cars in Poland?
Institutional buyers currently dominate the Polish electromobility market, accounting for as much as 87% of electric passenger car and van registrations. Fleet management companies, including leasing companies, have the largest share, accounting for two-thirds of all registrations.
Where are the most electric cars in Poland?
Geographically, the largest number of electric cars is recorded in the Masovian Voivodeship, led by Warsaw, where 23% of all BEVs in Poland are registered. Cities with populations ranging from 300,000 to 1 million, such as Gdańsk, Poznań, and Wrocław, also have a significant share. At the other end of the spectrum are the Warmian-Masurian, Opole, and Lubusz Voivodeships, where the number of registered BEVs did not exceed 1,200.
Polish automotive industry on the verge of a revolution
Polish automotive industry is on the verge of a true revolution, and the coming years will show how quickly Poland will catch up with Western Europe.
FAQ – Electromobility in Poland by 2028
How many electric cars will be driving on Polish roads in 2028?
According to forecasts by the Polish Association of New Mobility (PSNM), by the end of 2028 the fleet of electric passenger and delivery vehicles (BEV) will increase almost eightfold and exceed 700,000 cars.
What market share will electric cars have in 2028?
It is estimated that every sixth new passenger car registered in Poland in 2028 will be fully electric, which means about 80,000 registrations per year.
What are the most popular electric car brands in Poland?
The most frequently chosen brand is Tesla, ahead of BMW, Nissan, Mercedes, and Volkswagen.
What body types dominate among electric cars?
City SUVs are the most popular, accounting for as much as 47% of all new BEV registrations.
Do Poles prefer new or used electric cars?
As many as 77% of users declare their willingness to buy a new electric car, which shows the growing interest in modern technologies straight from the showroom.
What factors influence the development of electromobility in Poland?
Subsidy programs and the development of charging infrastructure are of key importance, as they can accelerate the pace of adoption of electric cars.
Who buys electric cars most often in Poland?
Currently, institutional buyers dominate – as many as 87% of BEV registrations belong to companies, mainly leasing companies and fleet managers.
Which regions of Poland have the most electric cars?
The largest share is in the Masovian Voivodeship (23% of all BEVs), with Warsaw is in the lead. Large cities such as Gdańsk, Poznań, and Wrocław are also recording high registration numbers.
What is the situation like in less urbanized regions?
In the Warmian-Masurian, Opole, and Lubusz Voivodeships, the number of registered BEVs does not exceed 1,200.
Will changes in EU regulations affect the development of electromobility in Poland?
New regulations easing CO₂ emission requirements for manufacturers may temporarily slow down registration dynamics, but they will not change the long-term upward trend.
