Electric vehicle guides

You do not need an encyclopaedia to learn how to charge. We wrote up the most common questions, just as far as is useful — for driving and charging in Türkiye.

• How do you calculate EV charging time?If you know the battery size in kWh, the charging power and the current state of charge, you can work out the time in your head. The formula is simple, but there is a catch with DC charging.5 min read · read →
• Installing a home EV charger: everything you need to knowCharging at home is the most convenient part of owning an electric car. But you cannot install one without the right power, the right cable and the right permissions.6 min read · read →
• Type 2, CCS2, CHAdeMO: which connector fits your car?In Türkiye you will come across three connector types. Knowing what each one is for saves you wasted trips.4 min read · read →
• Why does EV range drop in winter, and by how much?Cold weather really does shorten an electric car's range. But most of the loss comes from heating the cabin, not from the battery — and that can be managed.5 min read · read →
• Long-distance driving in an EV: how to plan your charging stopsOn a long trip the issue is not range, it is planning. With the right stops, Istanbul to Ankara takes only a coffee break longer than in a petrol car.5 min read · read →
• How to use an EV charging station in Türkiye: step by step for your first chargeIf you are charging at a public station for the first time, you need three things: the right connector, the network's app or card, and a registered payment method. The rest is four steps.6 min read · read →
• Your rights at an EV charging station in Türkiye: prices, idle fees and how to complain (2026)The Charging Service Regulation was strengthened on 23 March 2026: prices only in TL/kWh, no extra connection fees, reservation and idle fees must be announced in advance, and a 24/7 call centre and live availability are mandatory. For a wrong charge, go to the operator first, then to the official channels.7 min read · read →
• Electric or petrol? Calculating yearly fuel and charging costsEnter how many km you drive a year, how much of your charging you do at home and the petrol price, and see the yearly energy cost of an electric and a petrol car side by side. Home electricity comes from the EPDK tariff, public charging from today's average across networks.6 min read · read →
• Charging an EV at home: what is the cheapest time?On a three-rate tariff, the same charge can cost almost twice as much depending on when you plug in. Enter your battery, state of charge and home charging power to see what you pay if you plug in now, how much you save at the cheapest time and when charging will finish.5 min read · read →
• AC vs DC charging stations: what is the difference and which should you use?Charging stations come in two kinds: AC is slow and cheap, DC is fast and more expensive. We compare their power, charging time and price per kWh with worked examples, and explain when to use which.5 min read · read →
• EV charging in Türkiye as a tourist: which app, and how do you pay?Touring Türkiye in a rented or your own electric car? What you need to know about connector compatibility, charging without membership, app sign-up and prices, with a checklist for before you set off.6 min read · read →
• kW vs kWh: the difference between power and energy in an electric carkW is power, meaning how fast the charger or the motor works; kWh is energy, meaning the amount that goes into the battery and appears on the bill. Keeping the two apart is the first step to working out charging time, cost and range correctly.5 min read · read →
• What is WLTP? Rated range vs real range in an electric carWLTP is the standard test that measures the range and consumption of cars sold in Europe and Türkiye. Because it is measured in a laboratory, real-world range usually ends up at around 80% of the WLTP figure, and lower still in winter and on the motorway.6 min read · read →
• What is an LFP battery? LFP vs NMC, and how to charge eachTwo battery chemistries dominate electric cars: LFP (lithium iron phosphate) and NMC (nickel manganese cobalt). LFP is cheaper, lasts longer and is fine to charge to 100%; NMC stores more energy for the same weight and is used at 80–90% day to day.5 min read · read →
• What is battery health (SOH)? EV battery lifespan and how to check itSOH (State of Health) is the energy a battery can hold today compared with when it was new. EV batteries lose around 2% of their capacity a year on average, leaving roughly 80% after 8 years. Here is how to find your SOH and how to make the battery last longer.6 min read · read →
• Longest range electric cars: the top 15 on sale in Türkiye (2026)As of November 2026, the longest-range electric car on sale in Türkiye is the Mercedes-Benz EQS 500 4MATIC, at 818 km WLTP. It is followed by the BMW iX3 50 xDrive at 805 km and the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron at up to 776 km. Every figure in the list is taken from the brands' Turkish websites.6 min read · read →
• Togg range: how far do the T10X and T10F go? WLTP vs real rangeTogg's longest-range version is the T10F V1 Uzun Menzil (Long Range) with an 89.6 kWh battery: 623 km WLTP on 19-inch wheels. The T10X Uzun Menzil goes 523 km and the standard-range T10X 314 km. In real-world use, expect about 80% of WLTP, and 60–70% in winter and on the motorway.6 min read · read →
• Electric car tax in Türkiye 2026: how much are ÖTV, MTV and VAT?In Türkiye, an electric car with up to 160 kW of motor power and a pre-tax price (ÖTV base) of no more than 1,650,000 TL pays 25% ÖTV, with 20% VAT added on top. Electric cars pay a quarter of the MTV: the 2026 MTV for a new 150–180 kW electric car is about 16,000–17,500 TL a year.7 min read · read →
• Electric car prices November 2026: the cheapest electric cars in TürkiyeIn November 2026, the cheapest electric car in Türkiye at list price is the Citroën ë-C3 at 1,645,000 TL; the cheapest with offers is the Hyundai Inster, at 1,520,000 TL with a 150,000 TL discount for November only. The Fiat Grande Panda Electric costs 1,609,900 TL with its cash offer. Below are the starting prices of more than 70 models.7 min read · read →
• Tesla Model Y range: how far does each version go? Charging time and warrantyAccording to Tesla Türkiye, the Model Y's WLTP range is between 534 km (Rear-Wheel Drive) and 622 km (Premium Long Range All-Wheel Drive), depending on the version. In real-world use, expect about 80% of WLTP, and 60–65% on the motorway in winter. At a Supercharger, 15 minutes adds 243–267 km of range.6 min read · read →
• BYD range: how far do the Atto 2, Seal, Sealion 7 and Tang go?BYD Türkiye's price list of 3 November 2026 includes two electric models: the Seal 390 kW AWD Excellence with 520 km of WLTP range and the Tang 380 kW AWD Flagship with 530 km. Of the models sold earlier, the Atto 2 has a range of 312 km, the Dolphin 427 km and the Seal U 500 km. All BYDs use LFP (Blade) batteries.6 min read · read →
• Should I buy an electric car? Pros and cons (2026)If you can charge at home or at work, an electric car makes sense for most drivers in Türkiye in 2026: ÖTV (special consumption tax) starts at 25%, MTV (motor vehicle tax) is a quarter, maintenance costs about half and home charging is clearly cheaper than petrol. If you cannot charge, often drive long distances or live in a very cold region, the advantage shrinks. In October 2026, 22% of new cars sold were electric.6 min read · read →
• What to check when buying a used electric car: battery, warranty, inspectionWith a used electric car, the most important thing is battery health (SOH): ADAC recommends at least 88% at 100,000 km. Confirm the remaining battery warranty and its transfer with an authorised service centre; when buying from a dealer an inspection (ekspertiz) report is mandatory, but the regulation does not require the battery to be measured separately. In Türkiye, 61,618 used electric cars changed hands in 2025.6 min read · read →
• Electric car maintenance and its cost: service intervals, insurance and tyresAn electric car has no engine oil, oil filter or spark plugs, so maintenance is less frequent and cheaper. According to Hyundai Türkiye's official table, maintenance on the Kona Electric up to 120,000 km totals 83,540 TL, against 162,499 TL for the petrol Kona. Brake fluid, the cabin filter, coolant and tyres still need maintenance.6 min read · read →
• What is V2L? Powering devices from an electric car, and which models have itV2L (vehicle-to-load) means an electric car supplying the energy in its battery through a 230-volt socket: you can run a camping stove, a laptop, an e-bike or, during a power cut, small household appliances. In Türkiye, the Hyundai IONIQ series offers V2L of up to 3.6 kW and the Renault 5 E-Tech up to 3.7 kW.4 min read · read →
• What is regenerative braking? How an electric car recovers braking energyRegenerative braking means that, when slowing down, an electric car runs its motor as a generator, converts kinetic energy into electricity and sends it back to the battery. According to ADAC's measurements, this recovers about 33% of the energy in town and 22% in mixed use; the brakes also wear less.4 min read · read →
• Renault 5, Megane and Scenic E-Tech range: how far do they go and how fast do they charge?The WLTP range of the three electric models sold by Renault Türkiye is 410 km for the Renault 5 E-Tech, 468 km for the Megane E-Tech and 604 km for the Scenic E-Tech. In independent tests, the Renault 5 went about 345–366 km in mixed driving in mild weather and the Scenic about 490 km; in winter these figures fall noticeably.5 min read · read →
• What is a plug-in hybrid? How a rechargeable hybrid differs from a hybrid and an electric carA plug-in hybrid (PHEV) is a car with a battery that can be charged from a socket and an electric motor, which carries on with a petrol engine when the battery runs out. In Türkiye, the ÖTV (special consumption tax) advantage is only granted to PHEVs up to 1600 cm³ with at least 70 km of electric range and CO2 below 25 g/km; there is no MTV (motor vehicle tax) discount. In January–October 2026, sales fell by 90% to 0.5% of the market.5 min read · read →
• What is an electric car and how does it work? Types, charging and rangeAn electric car is a car whose wheels are turned by an electric motor powered by a battery; it has no fuel tank, engine oil or exhaust. It is charged from a socket or a charging station. The WLTP range of electric cars sold in Türkiye is between 300 and 800 km; in January–October 2026, about 20 of every 100 new cars sold were electric.5 min read · read →
• How far can an electric car go? Range of the models sold in Türkiye (2026)The WLTP range of the 71 electric car models sold in Türkiye in November 2026 is between 301 and 818 km depending on the version; across the longest-range versions of the models, the median is 516 km. In real-world use, expect about 80% of that: a median electric car goes about 420 km in mixed use and about 320 km on the motorway in winter.5 min read · read →
• Electric SUV models and prices: electric SUVs sold in Türkiye (November 2026)In November 2026, more than 40 electric SUVs are on sale in Türkiye. At list price, the cheapest is the Kia EV2 at 1,819,000 TL, and the cheapest Turkish-made electric SUV is the Togg T10X at 1,909,048 TL. The longest-range electric SUV is the BMW iX3 with 805 km WLTP; under 2.5 million TL, the longest range is the Kia EV3 Long Range's 604 km.6 min read · read →
• Kia EV2, EV3, EV6 and EV9 range: how far do they go and how fast do they charge?In Kia Türkiye's November 2026 list, WLTP range is 312–440 km for the EV2, 431–604 km for the EV3, 460 km for the Niro EV, 428 km for the EV6 and 505–563 km for the EV9. The longest-range Kia is the EV3 Long Range with its 81.4 kWh battery (604 km). Kia's battery warranty in Türkiye is 5 years or 150,000 km; at most rivals it is 8 years.6 min read · read →
• Hyundai IONIQ 9, IONIQ 3, IONIQ 5 and Inster range: how far do they go?In Hyundai Türkiye's electric models, WLTP range is 327–360 km for the Inster, 343–482 km for the İzmit-built IONIQ 3, 380 km for the Kona Electric, 440–570 km for the IONIQ 5, 521–680 km for the IONIQ 6 and 600–620 km for the IONIQ 9. In real-world use, expect about 80% of that. The battery warranty is 8 years or 160,000 km.6 min read · read →
• Volvo EX30 range: how far do the EX30, EX40, EC40 and ES90 go?In the electric models sold by Volvo Türkiye, WLTP range is 475 km for the EX30 P4 Long Range, 566 km for the EX40, 576 km for the EC40 and 696 km for the ES90. In real-world mixed driving, expect about 80% of that: in independent tests, the EX30 went 364–410 km in mild weather. The 150 kW EX30 P4 Long Range is in the 25% ÖTV (special consumption tax) bracket.5 min read · read →
• Skoda Elroq and Enyaq range: how far do they go and how much do they cost?Skoda Türkiye's price list of 2 November 2026 includes four electric versions. WLTP range is 445 km for the Elroq 60, 428–456 km for the Enyaq 60, 440–453 km for the Enyaq Coupé 60 and 528–572 km for the Enyaq Coupé e-RS. The 60 versions use a 58 kWh net LFP battery and are in the 55% ÖTV (special consumption tax) bracket. The battery warranty is 8 years or 160,000 km.5 min read · read →
• Mercedes electric GLC, CLA, GLB, C and EQA: range and price (2026)Mercedes-Benz Türkiye's October 2026 list includes 11 electric versions. WLTP range is 730 km for the electric CLA, 709 km for the electric C, 615–642 km for the electric GLC, 590 km for the electric GLB and 512 km for the EQA. The CLA, GLB, GLC 200, EQA and EQE 280 are sold in the 55% ÖTV (special consumption tax) bracket with Türkiye-specific 140–160 kW versions.5 min read · read →
• Ford Explorer electric, Capri, Puma Gen-E and E-Tourneo Courier: range and priceIn Ford Türkiye's electric passenger models, WLTP range is 353 km for the Puma Gen-E, 356–529 km for the Explorer, 373–557 km for the Capri and 309 km for the E-Tourneo Courier. With the 2026 model year, the Explorer and Capri gained a new version with a 58 kWh LFP battery. On the list, 2025 model-year cars are noticeably cheaper than 2026 ones.5 min read · read →
• Peugeot E-2008, E-208, E-3008 and E-5008 range: how far do they go?In Peugeot Türkiye's November 2026 list, the WLTP range of the electric models is 363 km for the E-208, 400–406 km for the E-2008, 483–500 km for the E-3008 and 454–472 km for the E-5008. In real-world use, expect about 80% of that: in ADAC's test, the E-3008 went about 440 km. The battery warranty is 8 years or 160,000 km.5 min read · read →
• BMW iX1, iX2, iX3 and i4 range: how far do electric BMWs go?In BMW Türkiye's list of 3 November 2026, WLTP range is 460–516 km for the iX1, 477–516 km for the iX2, 678–805 km for the new iX3 and 510–613 km for the i4. The iX3 50 xDrive and i4 eDrive40 sold in Türkiye are Türkiye-specific versions limited to 160 kW because of ÖTV (special consumption tax). The battery warranty is 8 years or 160,000 km.5 min read · read →
• Electric commercial vehicles: electric panel vans, light trucks and combis sold in Türkiye (2026)In November 2026, electric light commercial vehicles from six brands are sold in Türkiye: Ford, Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen, Fiat, Opel and Nissan. ÖTV (special consumption tax) is 4% on electric panel vans and light trucks; on combis registered as passenger cars it starts at 25%. On a vehicle with commercial registration, the purchase KDV (VAT) can be deducted. Ford's E-Transit family is built in Türkiye.6 min read · read →
• Citroën Ami and Fiat Topolino: price, range, driving licence and charging (2026)The Citroën Ami and Fiat Topolino are two-seat light four-wheeled electric vehicles sharing the same platform: a 5.4 kWh battery, 75 km of range, a top speed of 45 km/h and a full charge in about 4 hours from a household socket. In November 2026, the Ami starts from 605,000 TL and the Topolino from 629,900 TL. Under the regulations, they can be driven with a B1 licence (age 16); registration, number plates and compulsory traffic insurance are required.5 min read · read →
• Togg price list November 2026: T10X and T10F prices, options and loan campaignIn November 2026, the Togg T10X starts from 1,909,048 TL and the T10F from 1,884,980 TL; the most expensive version is the T10X V2 4More Obsidiyen at 3,218,137 TL. Prices include ÖTV (special consumption tax), KDV (VAT), MTV (motor vehicle tax), plates and registration. The list has not changed since 15 June 2026; the only change in November is in the amounts and terms of the 0% interest loan campaign.5 min read · read →
• Electric motorcycles: prices, which licence you need, range and tax (2026)For an electric motorcycle, the licence you need depends on the vehicle's power and speed: mopeds with at most 45 km/h and 4 kW can be ridden with an M licence (a B licence is also valid), and those up to 11 kW with an A1; since 2024, B licence holders can obtain an A1 certificate with additional training and an exam. ÖTV (special consumption tax) is 3% on electric motorcycles up to 20 kW. In November 2026, official prices range from about 51,000 TL to 978,680 TL for the BMW CE 04.6 min read · read →
• EV charging cable: Type 2 cable, portable charger and choosing the right oneAt socketed AC charging stations, you need to plug in your own Type 2 cable; ZES and Voltrun say so explicitly. At DC stations, the cable is attached to the station. For charging from a normal socket at home, a portable charger (Mode 2) is used, but only at low current and without an extension cable. The right cable is three-phase, 32 A and 5–8 metres long.5 min read · read →
• Tesla Supercharger in Türkiye: stations, price per kWh, other brands and Wall ConnectorAccording to Tesla's website, there are 37 Supercharger locations and 350 charging points in 23 provinces in Türkiye; all deliver up to 250 kW and are also open to other CCS-compatible electric vehicles. In November 2026, the price per kWh at most locations is 10.40 TL for Tesla owners and 13.00 TL for other vehicles. For home charging, the Wall Connector costs 29,670 TL.5 min read · read →
• Electric car deals November 2026: cash discounts and zero-interest loansIn November 2026, there are official campaigns on electric cars from 10 brands. The biggest cash discounts are 305,000 TL on the BYD Seal AWD, 190,000–225,000 TL on the Citroën ë-C4 and ë-C4 X, and 150,000 TL on the Kia EV9. Togg, Fiat, Citroën, Skoda and Nissan offer 0% interest loan options. Hyundai, Renault, Dacia and Mercedes-Benz have not yet published their November campaigns.5 min read · read →
• Electric car loans 2026: BDDK limits, term, interest and sample instalmentFor electric cars developed and produced in Türkiye (in practice, Togg), a loan of up to 70% of the price can be used with a 48-month term if the invoice amount is up to 2.5 million TL. Imported electric cars are subject to the general vehicle loan rules: if the invoice exceeds 2 million TL, no loan can be granted. In October 2026, the average annual interest rate on vehicle loans was 44.20%.5 min read · read →
• Electric car fires: how big is the risk, why are they different and what should you do?According to official Scandinavian data, electric and hybrid cars catch fire less often than petrol and diesel cars: in Sweden in 2024, 0.45 versus 7.53 fires per 10,000 vehicles. But a battery fire is different: it lasts long, needs a lot of water and can reignite hours later. In a fire, move away from the car and call 112. In Türkiye, there is no fire rule specific to electric cars in enclosed car parks.5 min read · read →
• Electric car inspection: TÜVTÜRK fee, interval and exhaust exemption (2026)An electric car is inspected at the same interval and for the same fee as a petrol car: first inspection at 3 years old, then every 2 years; in 2026, the fee charged by TÜVTÜRK (Türkiye's vehicle inspection operator) is 3,288 TL. As it has no exhaust system, it is exempt from the 460 TL exhaust emission measurement. At inspection, damage to high-voltage cables counts as a major defect.4 min read · read →
• Used Togg and Tesla prices November 2026: listing data, depreciation and warrantyAccording to 310 Togg T10X and 182 Tesla Model Y listings on arabam.com, the median asking price of a 2023 Togg T10X V2 Uzun Menzil in November 2026 is 2,039,000 TL, about 15% below the new price. Listings for the 2024 Tesla Model Y Rear-Wheel Drive have a median of 2,550,000 TL, slightly above the new price. Both brands give an 8-year battery warranty.5 min read · read →
• Electric car rental: which companies, how much, charging rules (2026)In Türkiye you can rent an electric car by the day through Sixt, Enterprise, Garenta, Avis and Yolcu360, and by the month through Voltify and SIXT+. Among those that publish prices, monthly subscriptions start from 49,950 TL + KDV (VAT). Age and licence requirements are higher for electric classes; charging is mostly paid by the renter, and contracts tie the charge level at return to the fuel clause.5 min read · read →
• Are Xpeng, Leapmotor, Zeekr and MG4 sold in Türkiye? Status of new electric brands (2026)As of 3 November 2026, Xpeng, Leapmotor, Zeekr, Nio, Geely, Xiaomi and Polestar have no official sales in Türkiye; MG, Omoda, Chery and Lynk & Co are present in Türkiye but sell no electric (BEV) models. Since September 2025, electric cars made in China have been subject to an additional financial obligation of 30% or at least 8,500 dollars per vehicle; manufacturers that receive investment incentives in Türkiye can be exempted.4 min read · read →
• Electric taxis: rules, fares and which cars can be used in IstanbulIn Istanbul, 100% electric cars can be used as yellow, turquoise and app-based taxis; however, taxis are not required to be electric. Under the 20 July 2026 tariff, electric taxis above the C segment charge the D-segment fare: 82.73 TL flag fall and 55.10 TL per kilometre. There is no ÖTV (special consumption tax) discount specifically for electric taxis.4 min read · read →
• EV charging apps in Türkiye: which network, which app, EPDK Şarj@TR (2026)At the end of 2025, Türkiye had 182 charging network operator licences, and most networks have their own app. To start a charging session, you usually need the app of the network that operates the station; some networks can start sessions on each other's stations via roaming. The Şarj@TR app of EPDK (Energy Market Regulatory Authority) shows all licensed stations, prices and availability.5 min read · read →
• Togg charging stations: Trugo, other networks, home charging and charging timeTogg's own charging network is Trugo; it has more than 900 locations in 81 provinces, and in November 2026 it charges 12.00–14.98 TL/kWh on DC and 9.95 TL/kWh on AC. With its Type 2 and DC fast-charging socket, a Togg also charges at other networks' stations. The T10X and T10F charge from 20% to 80% in 26.5 minutes at up to 180 kW DC, and at home with 11 kW AC.5 min read · read →
• EV charging at fuel stations: Shell, Opet, Petrol Ofisi, AytemizAccording to the records of EPDK (Energy Market Regulatory Authority), there are 260 charging stations with Shell in their name, 128 with Opet and 124 with Petrol Ofisi. The charger at a fuel station is often operated by another charging network: Trugo and Shell Recharge at Shell, WAT Mobilite at Opet, Eşarj at Aytemiz and Otojet at TotalEnergies. The network operating the charger sets the price and the app.5 min read · read →
• What is a hybrid car? Mild hybrid, full hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electric comparedA hybrid car uses a petrol engine together with one or more electric motors and is not charged from a socket. In a mild hybrid (48 V) the electric motor only assists; a full hybrid can drive short distances on electricity alone. In January–October 2026, 33.1% of cars sold in Türkiye were hybrids: 25.8% mild and 6.8% full hybrids. Hybrids do not benefit from the ÖTV (special consumption tax) and MTV (motor vehicle tax) discounts for electric cars.6 min read · read →
• Electricity price per kWh, November 2026: residential tariff, tiers, night tariff and the latest increaseIn November 2026, residential electricity including taxes costs 3.24 TL per kWh on the single-rate tariff up to 8 kWh a day and 4.86 TL above that; on the three-rate tariff, night is 3.26 TL, day 4.92 TL and peak 7.00 TL. The latest increase came on 4 April 2026 (25%, 32.5% at night). Homes using more than 4,000 kWh a year move to the last resort supply tariff in 2026, and those above 3,000 kWh in 2027.5 min read · read →
• Togg reviews and problems: safety test, software updates, warranty, servicing and insuranceThe Togg T10X and T10F received 5 stars from Euro NCAP. No official recall record was found; Togg fixes some problems through over-the-air software updates. The most common topics on complaint sites are charging, the battery and service. The warranty is 3 years or 100,000 km and the battery warranty 8 years or 160,000 km; no official battery replacement price is published.6 min read · read →
• Togg V1, V2 and 4More differences: which trim to buy? T10X and T10F equipment, power and rangeTogg's V1 and V2 trims use the same 160 kW rear-wheel-drive motor; the difference is equipment: V2 has vegan leather, electric and heated front seats, a surround-view camera, a powered tailgate and 19-inch wheels as standard. 4More is the 320 kW dual-motor, all-wheel-drive version: 0–100 km/h in 4.3–4.5 seconds, but with less range and a price of about 3.2 million TL.6 min read · read →
• Tesla Model Y Juniper (new body): what changed, prices in Türkiye, boot spaceThe new-body Tesla Model Y (Juniper) is sold in Türkiye in four versions: Rear-Wheel Drive 2,474,985 TL, Premium Long Range Rear-Wheel Drive 3,906,000 TL, Premium Long Range All-Wheel Drive 4,620,000 TL and Performance 4,966,500 TL. Boot space with the seats folded is 2,118–2,138 litres. It received 5 stars from Euro NCAP; Tesla's website shows estimated delivery in February–March 2027.5 min read · read →
• Electric car sales figures 2026: monthly sales, best-selling models, ToggAccording to ODMD (Automotive Distributors' and Mobility Association) data, 135,142 fully electric cars were sold in Türkiye in January–October 2026; a market share of 19.5%. In October the share rose to 22.3%. The best-selling electric model is the Togg T10X (26,079), followed by the T10F (18,108) and the KGM Torres EVX (12,159). Togg's share of the electric market reached 47% in October.5 min read · read →
• Togg T10F: November 2026 price, range, dimensions and how it differs from the T10XThe Togg T10F is Togg's fastback sedan. In November 2026 it is sold in four versions: V1 Standart Menzil (Standard Range) 1,884,980 TL, V1 Uzun Menzil (Long Range) 2,195,600 TL, V2 Uzun Menzil 2,370,930 TL, V2 4More 3,217,937 TL. WLTP range is 335–623 km; the V1 Uzun Menzil goes furthest. The boot holds 505 litres; it is 231 mm longer than the T10X and 24,068–40,070 TL cheaper in the same version. It sold 18,108 units in January–October 2026.5 min read · read →
• BYD price list November 2026: Seal, Tang and the delisted Atto 2 and Sealion 7BYD Türkiye's price list of 3 November 2026 contains only two models: the Seal 390 kW AWD Excellence at 4,077,000 TL (3,772,000 TL with the campaign) and the Tang 380 kW AWD Flagship at 5,418,000 TL. The Atto 2, Dolphin, Atto 3, Seal U, Han and Sealion 7 were dropped from the list during 2026. BYD sold 3,866 cars in January and 15 in October; the Manisa plant is also on hold.5 min read · read →
• Tesla price list November 2026: Model Y prices, ÖTV bracket and the Model 3 in TürkiyeIn November 2026, Tesla sells only the Model Y in Türkiye: Rear-Wheel Drive 2,474,985 TL, Premium Long Range Rear-Wheel Drive 3,906,000 TL, Premium Long Range All-Wheel Drive 4,620,000 TL, Performance 4,966,500 TL. The Rear-Wheel Drive is in the 25% ÖTV bracket, the Long Range Rear-Wheel Drive in the 55% bracket and the other two in the 75% bracket. The Model 3, Model S, Model X and Cybertruck are not sold in Türkiye; the Model 3 starts at €36,990 in Germany.5 min read · read →
• Hyundai Inster: price in Türkiye, range, boot and charging time (November 2026)The Hyundai Inster is sold in Türkiye in three versions; in November 2026 there is a 150,000 TL discount on all versions and the starting price is 1,520,000 TL. The Dynamic with the 42 kWh battery has a WLTP range of 327 km, the 49 kWh Advance and Cross Advance 370 km. On DC, 10–80% takes about 30 minutes. It is 3.83 m long; the boot holds 238 litres, or 351 litres with the rear seat slid forward. It has 4 stars from Euro NCAP.4 min read · read →
• Renault 5 E-Tech: price in Türkiye, range, charging time and specifications (November 2026)In November 2026, the Renault 5 E-Tech is sold in Türkiye in a single version: the Techno EV52 150 hp, at 2,140,000 TL on Renault's price list. With its 52 kWh battery, the WLTP range is 410 km; in ADAC's test it went 345 km. DC charging is 100 kW, 15–80% in about 30 minutes. The boot holds 326 litres and it has 4 stars from Euro NCAP. The 40 kWh EV40 version appears on Renault's website as "coming soon".4 min read · read →
• Is the Dacia Spring available in Türkiye? Price, range and features of the new SpringThe Dacia Spring is not sold in Türkiye in November 2026; it is not on Dacia Türkiye's price list. It was previously sold in 2023 at a launch price of 875,000 TL. The second-generation Spring, built in Slovenia, starts at €17,900 in Germany: 27.5 kWh LFP battery, 250 km WLTP range, 60 kW motor. The old Spring received 1 star from Euro NCAP.4 min read · read →
• Electric car insurance (kasko) prices and traffic insurance: battery cover, sample premiums, write-offsIn electric car kasko (comprehensive insurance), the premium is set by the car's kasko value, the province and the no-claims step; cover such as the battery, the charging cable, the wallbox and towing a car with a flat battery varies by product. sigortam.net's January 2026 median prices are 18,461 TL for the Tesla Model Y and 26,006 TL for the Togg T10X (2023). In compulsory traffic insurance, the maximum premium for an electric car is about 10% lower than for petrol and diesel.6 min read · read →
• EV battery price and battery replacement: Togg, Tesla and warranty termsTogg has not announced an official price for battery replacement; the amounts reported in the press are one user's claim or estimates of unclear origin. In Tesla's parts catalogue, a new Model Y battery costs 389,573–690,965 TL (excluding labour and VAT). According to BloombergNEF, the average battery pack price in 2025 was 108 dollars per kWh, and 81 dollars for LFP. Most brands give an 8-year warranty; failures that require replacement are rare.5 min read · read →
• EV tyres: wear, effect on range and the winter tyre requirementAn electric car does not need "EV tyres"; what matters is a tyre that meets the load and speed index on the car's registration document. Electric cars wear tyres faster because of their weight and torque; in an independent measurement, the Tesla Model Y's tyre wear was 26% higher than a hybrid's. According to the EU, tyres account for 20–30% of consumption. In Türkiye, the winter tyre requirement applies to commercial vehicles from 15 November to 15 April.5 min read · read →
• Setting up a charging station: licence, dealership (certificate), installation in apartment buildings and costThere are two ways to provide paid charging: obtain a charging network operator licence from EPDK (in 2026 the licence fee is 1,914,200 TL; at least 50 units and 5 districts within 6 months are required), or get a certificate from a licensed network and become a "charging station operator". Private stations that only charge your own car or do not charge a fee need neither a licence nor a certificate. Since 2025, charging wiring in an apartment car park no longer needs a building permit.6 min read · read →
• Charging an electric car with solar power: how many kWp of rooftop solar, regulations and solar chargingAn electric car that covers 12,000 km a year needs about 2,400 kWh of electricity including charging losses. According to the EU's PVGIS data, 1 kWp of solar panels produces 1,649 kWh a year in Antalya, 1,476 in Ankara, 1,373 in İstanbul and 1,068 in Trabzon; so a 1.5–2.25 kWp (4–5 panel) rooftop system covers the car's annual energy. For homes, production and consumption are still netted monthly; electricity produced during the day is deducted from night-time charging in the same month.5 min read · read →
• Electric camper van: motorhome options, towing a caravan with an electric car, chargingNo series-production electric motorhome is sold in Türkiye; the electric bases on sale for conversion are the Mercedes eSprinter and the Volkswagen ID. Buzz. In Europe there are options such as the Eifelland Relax (€89,900) and the VW ID. California Cruise (€60,761), to be delivered in early 2027. In ADAC's test, the Kia EV6's consumption rose by 83% while towing a 1,600 kg caravan, and its range fell from about 400 km to 220 km.5 min read · read →
• KGM Torres EVX: November 2026 price, new 80.6 kWh battery, range and battery warrantyThe KGM Torres EVX is sold in a single version for 2,474,830 TL in November 2026 (including ÖTV and VAT; excluding MTV, insurance and registration). For the 2026 model year the battery grew from 73.4 kWh to 80.6 kWh; European WLTP range is 503 km. It uses BYD's LFP Blade battery and has a 10-year or 1,000,000 km battery warranty. With 12,159 units in January–October 2026, it is Türkiye's third best-selling electric car.4 min read · read →
• Skoda Elroq: November 2026 price and campaign, range, charging time and bootThe Skoda Elroq is sold in Türkiye in the 60 e-Prestige version: the list price is 3,314,900 TL and the November 2026 campaign price is 2,481,600 TL. With a 61 kWh LFP battery and a 140 kW motor, the WLTP range is 445 km (580 km in the city). On DC, 10–80% takes 26 minutes; the boot holds 470 litres. 5 stars in Euro NCAP.4 min read · read →
• Volkswagen ID.4: price in Türkiye, range, charging time and specifications (November 2026)In November 2026 the Volkswagen ID.4 is sold in Türkiye only as the 2025 model ID.4 Pure 125 kW from stock: the recommended on-the-road price is 3,126,150 TL (solid colour). With a 52 kWh net battery, the WLTP range is 354 km, 455 km in the city. On DC, 10–80% takes about 26 minutes; the boot holds 543 litres. The ID.4 is not on Volkswagen's 2026 price list.4 min read · read →
• Volvo EX30: November 2026 price, versions, range and charging timeThe Volvo EX30 is sold in Türkiye in three versions: Ultra P4 Long Range 2,472,390 TL, Ultra P8 AWD 3,789,072 TL, Cross Country Ultra P8 AWD 3,950,016 TL. The WLTP range is 475 km for the P4 and 450 km for the P8; on DC, 10–80% takes 27–28 minutes. Because the P4 is set to 150 kW, it is in the 25% ÖTV bracket. It sold 5,912 units in January–October 2026; 5 stars in Euro NCAP.4 min read · read →
• Kia EV3: November 2026 price list, range, versions and charging timeThe Kia EV3 is sold in Türkiye in five versions priced between 2,450,000 and 3,790,000 TL. The cheapest version, the Cool Long Range, is also the one with the longest range thanks to its 81.4 kWh battery: 604 km WLTP. The 58.3 kWh versions go 431–435 km; in ADAC's test the 58.3 kWh EV3 went 384 km. On DC, 10–80% takes 29–31 minutes; the boot holds 460 litres.4 min read · read →
• MINI Countryman E: November 2026 price, range, charging time and specificationsThe MINI Countryman E starts at 3,999,900 TL in Türkiye (Favoured Plus); the JCW Design Package costs 4,138,300 TL and the all-wheel-drive SE ALL4 JCW 5,806,000 TL. With a 65.2 kWh net battery, the WLTP range is 454–501 km; on DC, 10–80% takes 29 minutes at 130 kW. With 8,203 units in January–October 2026, it is the fourth best-selling electric car; 5 stars in Euro NCAP.4 min read · read →
• Hyundai IONIQ 3: price in Türkiye, range, versions and charging time (November 2026)The Hyundai IONIQ 3 is the first fully electric Hyundai built in İzmit; it went on sale on 8 October 2026 and, with 1,077 units in October, became Türkiye's fourth best-selling electric car. Prices start at 1,799,000 TL for the Select with a 42.2 kWh LFP battery; the WLTP range of the 61 kWh versions reaches up to 482 km. On DC, 10–80% takes about 30 minutes; the boot holds 441 litres.4 min read · read →
• Opel Frontera Electric: November 2026 price, range, boot and charging timeThe Opel Frontera Electric is sold in two versions in November 2026: 44 kWh GS 1,895,000 TL, 54 kWh Long Range GS 2,010,000 TL. The WLTP range is 301 km with 44 kWh and 409 km with 54 kWh. It uses an 83 kW motor and an LFP battery; on DC, 20–80% takes 26–28 minutes. It is 4.38 m long with a 460-litre boot; with 4,858 units in January–October 2026, it is the seventh best-selling electric car.4 min read · read →
• Citroën ë-C3 and ë-C3 Aircross: November 2026 price, range and charging timeThe Citroën ë-C3 starts at 1,645,000 TL in November 2026; with the November special price it comes down to 1,605,000 TL. With its 44 kWh LFP battery, the WLTP range is 320 km; in ADAC's test it went 255 km. The larger ë-C3 Aircross costs between 1,875,000 and 2,020,000 TL; its 54 kWh long-range version goes 399 km. Both charge from 20% to 80% in 26–28 minutes at 100 kW DC.4 min read · read →
• Cupra Tavascan: range, charging, specifications and price status in Türkiye (November 2026)The Cupra Tavascan is an electric SUV coupé with a 77 kWh net battery. In Türkiye, the Endurance (210 kW, rear-wheel drive) and VZ (250 kW, all-wheel drive) versions have been introduced; according to Cupra's website, the WLTP range is 562 and 517 km respectively. In ADAC's test the Endurance went 465 km. On 3 November 2026 the Tavascan is not on Cupra Türkiye's price list. 5 stars in Euro NCAP.4 min read · read →
• Electric scooter regulation and rules in Türkiye 2026: age, speed, helmet, finesIn Türkiye, an electric scooter (e-skuter) is a stand-up vehicle with a top speed of 25 km/h. People under 15 may not use one; only one person may ride; it may not be used on pavements, motorways or roads with a speed limit above 50 km/h. A helmet is not legally required. In 2026 the fine for most rule violations is 5,000 TL. There is no plate, registration or compulsory insurance for a personal scooter.5 min read · read →
• Electric buses, minibuses and trucks: models built in Türkiye, batteries and rangeTürkiye is one of Europe's leading countries in electric bus production: Karsan, Otokar, BMC, Temsa and Anadolu Isuzu have electric models between 8 and 12 metres; batteries range from 105 kWh to 528 kWh and manufacturer-stated ranges from 260 km to 480 km. In heavy vehicles, Ford Trucks' electric tractor unit, the F-LINE E, is on sale in Türkiye: 314 kWh usable battery and up to 300 km of range.5 min read · read →
• Electric bike rules 2026: age, helmet, plates, licence and the difference from a mopedUnder the Highway Traffic Law, an electric bike whose motor power does not exceed 0.25 kW and whose motor cuts out at 25 km/h or when you stop pedalling is legally a bicycle: no plate, registration, driving licence or compulsory insurance is required. You must be 15 or older to ride one and a helmet is mandatory; the fine for not wearing a helmet is 2,500 TL in 2026. More powerful or faster models count as motorised bicycles (mopeds).4 min read · read →
• Electric car brands and models sold in Türkiye (November 2026)In November 2026, at least 26 brands sell new electric cars in Türkiye. The lowest starting prices are at Fiat (Grande Panda, 1,609,900 TL with its offer), Citroën (ë-C3, 1,645,000 TL) and Hyundai (Inster, 1,670,000 TL); the best-selling brand is Togg, which takes one third of fully electric car sales with its two models. Below are each brand's electric models sold in Türkiye and its cheapest starting price.5 min read · read →