India’s EV Exports Surge to Europe in Q1FY27
By ThePip Desk
India’s electric vehicle exports skyrocketed in Q1FY27, reaching $369 million, with Europe, particularly Spain and the UK, leading demand.
Indian electric motor car exports saw a significant surge in the first quarter of 2026-27, with Europe emerging as the leading destination. Spain became the largest individual market, accounting for nearly 40% of total exports.
- Total Q1FY27 exports: $369 million, up from $22.2 million a year earlier.
- Total Q1FY27 shipments: 10,802 vehicles, up from 1,309 units.
- Spain exports: $146.4 million, representing nearly 40% of total.
- Vehicles shipped to Spain: 4,007.
The United Kingdom secured its position as the second-largest market for Indian electric motor cars. Imports into the UK reached $78.7 million during Q1FY27, a substantial increase from almost negligible shipments in the corresponding quarter of the previous year.
Diverse European Demand
Beyond Spain and the UK, several other European nations demonstrated robust growth in demand for Indian electric vehicles, according to the Commerce Ministry data.
- Germany: $25.1 million
- Norway: $21.1 million
- Denmark: $21 million
- Belgium: $12.9 million
- Netherlands: $12 million
- Greece: $3.8 million
- Italy: $2.7 million
- Sweden: $2.1 million
- Poland: $1.6 million
This significant uptick in exports highlights the increasing global acceptance of India-manufactured electric vehicles. It also underscores India’s evolving role as a crucial manufacturing hub for sustainable mobility solutions on the international stage.