The Nissan Leaf’s strong hold over the Norwegian EV market has finally been broken by Tesla. After a long reign, the Model Y has retired the pioneering EV as the all-time best-seller in the Scandinavian country. The electric SUV set a new benchmark, selling 81,334 units over four years since its launch, edging past the long-standing Nissan Leaf by 104 units.

While the Leaf has been available in Norway for 14 years, the Model Y needed only a few years to overtake the former, thereby becoming the fastest car in the nation’s history to reach the top spot.

Norway remains a global leader in electric mobility, with nearly 98% of new car sales now electric. Since its debut in Norway in 2021, the Model Y has grown in step with the country’s rapid EV adoption.

Tesla has made several adjustments to the model over the years, which have contributed to its appeal to car shoppers. These include improved driving range and an enhanced charging experience through Tesla’s ever-growing Supercharger network.

According to the latest vehicle registration data, the Tesla Model Y has sold 15,093 units year-to-date in 2025. It is distantly followed by Toyota’s bZ4X and Volkswagen with 5,035 and 5,019 deliveries, respectively.

Nissan, however, is not going out without a fight. The Japanese carmaker is introducing an updated Leaf in Norway later this year.

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