EV Market in Kyrgyzstan 2026: Trends, Prices & New Quotas

Analysis of the Kyrgyz Republic Electric Vehicle Market: 2025 Retrospective and 2026 Outlook

 

The electric vehicle (EV) market in Kyrgyzstan entered a phase of structural stabilization in 2025. Following a period of exponential growth in 2023–2024, current indicators demonstrate a strategic shift from high-volume import accumulation toward the qualitative development of domestic infrastructure and a robust regulatory framework. This transition is driven by both natural market maturation and systemic changes in tariff regulations within the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU).

 

A defining factor for the industry during the reporting period was the full utilization of the duty-free import quota. The ten-thousand-unit limit was exhausted by late September 2025, triggering short-term price volatility in the fourth quarter. Nevertheless, total imports from China exceeded ten thousand units for the year, confirming the People's Republic of China as the primary strategic partner in this sector. The dominance of Chinese manufacturers, who hold over ninety percent of the market share, is attributed to optimized logistics and aggressive pricing strategies by original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).

 

Regarding brand preferences, BYD maintains its market leadership, with models such as the Song Plus and Seagull becoming the standard choice in the mass-market segment due to an expanding service network. In the premium segment, high liquidity remains concentrated within the Zeekr and Li Auto brands. Notably, the success of the latter has driven increased interest in Extended-Range Electric Vehicles (EREVs). A significant milestone in the second half of the year was the market entry of the Xiaomi SU7, which substantially recalibrated consumer expectations regarding vehicle technology and integration.

 

Parallel to shifting consumer preferences, 2025 saw a transformation in logistical corridors. Stricter oversight of goods movement within the EAEU and the implementation of electronic navigation seals led to a significant reduction in "grey" re-exports to neighboring markets. This shift bolstered the domestic fleet, with the number of officially registered "green" license plates surpassing ten thousand units. State-level support, including municipal parking discounts and streamlined registration processes, provided additional incentives for local vehicle owners.

 

Infrastructure development also showed qualitative progress, expanding beyond the capital city of Bishkek. The increase in officially registered charging stations to forty-four units established the foundation for EV operation on intercity highways. This network expansion, combined with the 2026 EAEU quota increase to fifteen thousand units, creates favorable conditions for further sector expansion.

 

The outlook for the current year is defined by a further reduction in the total cost of ownership, driven by ongoing price competition among Chinese manufacturers and the maturation of the local service base. Market focus is expected to shift toward regional centers, as the deployment of DC fast-charging stations along the strategic Bishkek - Osh and Issyk-Kul routes effectively dismantles the final infrastructure barriers for consumers.