EV adoption continues to increase, but May 2026 marked the first time this year that hybrid petrol vehicles narrowly overtook EVs for monthly registration. One factor is the decline in Proton e.MAS EV registrations last month as Proton begins its transition to CKD-based production. The Proton e.MAS 7 emerged as the #1 best-selling EV in May with 896 registrations, followed by the Proton e.MAS 5 at #2 with 883 registrations. Despite the decline, Proton's two EV models still accounted for nearly half of all EV registrations in Malaysia during the month, highlighting the growing demand for premium EV offerings.
EV registrations continue to grow, but hybrids overtake EVs in May While EV adoption continues to increase, May 2026 marked the first time this year that hybrid petrol vehicles narrowly overtook EVs for monthly registration.
Another factor is the decline in Proton e. MAS EV registrations last month as Proton begins its transition to CKD-based production at itswhich recorded 1,181 units, followed by the Toyota Vios Hybrid at #2 with 588 units, Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid at #3 with 504 units and Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid at #4 with 493 units. The Proton e. MAS 7 emerged as the #1 best-selling EV in May with 896 registrations, which is slightly ahead of the Proton e.
MAS 5 at #2, which recorded 883 registrations.during the same period. The softer figures coincide with the e. MAS 5’s transition from CBU to locally assembled CKD production.. Despite the decline, Proton’s two EV models still accounted for nearly half of all EV registrations in Malaysia during the month.
, highlighting the growing demand for premium EV offerings.which boasts slightly more range and comfort features which include massaging seats and extended leg rest for the front passenger.2,134 registrations
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