Tesla and Polestar have reported a combined increase of 2,869 electric vehicle (EV) sales for the month of November 2025, according to data released by the Electric Vehicle Council. The Tesla Model Y led the charge with 2,269 units sold, while overall Tesla sales for the year are down 24.4% compared to last year.
Key Takeaways
- The Tesla Model Y saw a significant increase in November sales, reaching 2,269 units from 1,653 the previous year.
- Polestar’s November sales were driven by the Polestar 4, which recorded 98 units sold compared to just 13 for the Polestar 2 sedan.
- Tesla showcased a bulk Full-Self-Driving (FSD) Supervised test drive event in Melbourne, providing over 600 drives across three days.
The latest data from the Electric Vehicle Council highlights a strong performance by Tesla’s Model Y, which saw its sales more than triple compared to October. This surge is attributed to anticipation for the upcoming Model Y Performance variant and an expected delivery of a more affordable long-range version of the Model 3 in December.
Polestar also showed growth with a total of 167 units sold in November, primarily driven by its new Polestar 4 model. The company’s sales were bolstered by the anticipation for the updated Polestar 2 sedan expected to launch soon.
Tesla’s overall performance this year has seen a decline due to various factors including competition from Chinese car manufacturers and the impact of Elon Musk’s political activities. Despite these challenges, Tesla is focusing on technology advancements such as its Full-Self-Driving (FSD) system, which was demonstrated extensively at the Everything Electric show in Melbourne.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much did Tesla’s Model Y sales increase from October to November?
The Tesla Model Y saw its sales jump from 735 units in October to 2,269 units in November.
What is the expected range of the new affordable long-range version of the Tesla Model 3?
The upcoming more affordable long-range version of the Tesla Model 3 is expected to have a WLTP range of 750 km.
In summary, despite challenges in overall sales performance, both Tesla and Polestar are seeing positive trends as they prepare for new model launches and technological advancements. The November data suggests a promising start to the quarter for EV manufacturers in Australia.
