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EVs Dominate China's Car Market Sales, Geely's Xingyuan is Bestseller
Key points
- New energy vehicles comprised 65.1% of new passenger car sales in China in July.
- Geely's Xingyuan electric hatchback was the bestseller with nearly 197,500 units sold.
- Tesla's Model Y ranked second in popularity with over 180,000 units sold.
- BYD had three models in the top 10, but its sales dropped over 10% in H1.
EVs Lead Chinese Auto Sales
New energy vehicles, encompassing battery and hybrid-powered cars, constituted 65.1% of new passenger cars sold in China during July. This marks an increase from 54% in the same period last year, according to data from the China Passenger Car Association.
Top-Selling Models and Brands
Among the 10 most popular car models sold in China from February through July, Geely's Xingyuan electric hatchback was the bestseller, with nearly 197,500 units sold at a price just under 100,000 yuan ($14,820). Tesla's Model Y electric SUV followed in second place, selling over 180,000 units despite a higher price range of 263,500 to 313,500 yuan. BYD had three models in the top 10, with its Yuan UP SUV ranking fifth.
Competitive Landscape and Sales Trends
Geely has emerged as a close competitor to BYD, ranking second in overall China sales volume in 2025. While BYD had multiple models in the top 10, its passenger car sales decreased by over 10% in the first half of the year. Volkswagen's gasoline-powered Lavida was the only traditional foreign car to make the top 10, indicating the strong presence of domestic EV manufacturers.
Overall Market Performance
Despite the growth in new energy vehicle market share, sales for this category for the year through July dropped by 12.5%. The overall passenger car sales in China experienced a larger decline of 20.3% during the same period.
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Electric vehicles (EVs) are increasingly dominating China's car market, with new energy vehicles accounting for 65.1% of new passenger cars sold in July. Geely's Xingyuan electric hatchback was the top-selling model, indicating a shift in consumer preference towards affordable EVs and a competitive landscape for both domestic and foreign automakers.