United Kingdom E-SUV Market Size Analysis Report - Market Share, Forecast Trends and Outlook (2025-2034)

The United Kingdom e-SUV market reached around USD 10.79 Billion in 2024. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 15.60% between 2025 and 2034 to reach nearly USD 45.98 Billion by 2034.

United Kingdom E-SUV Market Growth

As per the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders, the demand for new cars in the UK recorded a monthly growth of 8.2% in January 2024. Nearly 142,876 new cars were registered during the month of January, recording a substantial year-on-year growth from January 2023 (10,882 units). The increase was largely driven by the growing demand for fleet, which accounted for nearly 63.2% of all new cars registered. Battery electric vehicles witnessed a year-on-year growth of 21% while recording a monthly growth rate of 14.7%. The rising consumer preference for eco-friendly and cheaper mobility solutions is expected to fuel the market expansion in the coming years.

SUVs consume nearly 20% more oil as compared to medium-sized cars. In 2023, the annual carbon dioxide emissions from SUVs reached nearly one billion tons globally. The Global Fuel Economy Initiative suggests that diesel and gas-based SUVs have led to an increase of over 30% from automotive emissions. The large size and huge engines of an SUV translate into 14% higher emissions as compared to a hatchback. This has prompted automakers to switch towards introducing electric SUVs to operate in stringent regulatory environments and meet ESG targets.

Key Trends and Developments

Increasing role of technology; integration of backup cameras in e-SUVs; emerging trends in automotive body panels; and the shift towards aerodynamic designs are the major trends impacting the United Kingdom e-SUV market expansion

September 2024

Avatr, a Chinese EV manufacturer owned by Changan, Huawei, and CATL announced its plans to launch a BMW X5-sized 11 SUV in the United Kingdom by late 2025.

April 2024

Audi, a German automotive manufacturer, launched the SQ6 SUV e-tron quattro and Q6 SUV e-tron quattro in the United Kingdom at a starting price of nearly £92,950 and £68,975 respectively. These vehicles feature a 270 KW battery and possess a driving range of 381 miles while boasting exceptional infotainment and ADAS systems.

October 2023

Citroen announced its plans to launch a new e-C3 electric SUV equipped with a 44KWh lithium ferro phosphate battery pack to offer a driving range of nearly 199 miles. It can recharge by up to 80% in 26 minutes and features enhanced headroom space for vehicle passengers.

March 2022

Lotus Cars, a UK-based automotive manufacturer, debuted its first electric hyper-SUV in an event hosted in London.

Increasing Role of Technology

Automotive designers are focusing on incorporating simple, straight surfaces into vehicle interiors to accommodate a higher number of infotainment screens. Moreover, they blend a wide range of controls, such as mechanical switches, cameras, and voice commands to adjust seating position and indoor temperature automatically.

Integration of Backup Cameras in e-SUVs

Backup cameras give automotive makers greater flexibility for designing vehicle exteriors, which can enhance their aesthetic appeal.

Emerging trends in automotive body panels

Some European automotive manufacturers are expected to integrate translucent body panels into their automobiles to enhance the speed of information exchange between different components of self-driving cars.

Shift Towards Aerodynamic Designs

Major automotive makers like Tesla are integrating flush-mounted door handles into their vehicles to minimise the vehicle’s drag coefficient and enhance the driving experience for consumers.

United Kingdom E-SUV Market Trends

The rising proportion of older people in the United Kingdom’s population is expected to increase the demand for technologically advanced automotive interiors in electric SUVs. Over 10 million Britishers are aged over 65 years, comprising nearly 18% of the total population. Over the next 40 years, the total number of people between the ages of 65 and 79 is expected to grow by 30%, while the proportion of people over 80 years of age is expected to double to over 6.0 million. This is expected to contribute to the market expansion in the coming years.

United Kingdom E-SUV Industry Segmentation

The report titled “United Kingdom E-SUV Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034” offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:

Market Breakup by Type

• Mid-Size
• Full Size
• Compact

Market Breakup by Propulsion

• Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs)
• Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs)

Market Breakup by Drive Type

• FWD
• RWD
• AWD

Market Breakup by Region

• England
• Wales
• Northern-Ireland
• Scotland

United Kingdom E-SUV Market Share

Based on region, the market is segmented into England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern-Ireland. England dominated the market, representing 81.2% of the overall market share in 2023. Over the forecast period of 2025-2034, Scotland is expected to grow at a CAGR of 16.5% as a result of the increasing demand for safe and sustainable mobility options.

Leading Companies in the United Kingdom E-SUV Market

Major market players are expected to enhance the safety testing of electric SUVs to cater to the evolving requirements of regulatory bodies to ensure a high degree of pedestrian safety on roads.

AB Volvo

AB Volvo was founded in 1927 and is headquartered in Sweden. It is a major provider of construction equipment and engineering transportation and mobility solutions. Its manufacturing facilities are present in nearly 18 countries and sells its products in 190 markets.

Toyota Motor Corp.

Toyota Motor Corp. was founded in 1937 and is headquartered in Honsha, Japan. It is engaged in designing, manufacturing, assembling, and selling a wide range of vehicles, including speciality cars, minivans, buses, and trucks.

Nissan Motor Co. Ltd.

Nissan Motor Co. Ltd. was founded in 1933 and is headquartered in Yokohama, Japan. It is engaged in manufacturing and distributing automobiles and automotive parts and accessories.

Hyundai Motor Co.

Hyundai Motor Co. was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in South Korea. It is the world’s leading automotive powerhouse and is also engaged in other businesses, including construction and shipbuilding.

Other major market players are Tesla Inc., BMW AG, Volkswagen AG, Mercedes-Benz Group AG, BYD Co. Ltd., and SAIC Motor Corp. Ltd, among others.