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December 21, 2025
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China’s EV Market Surge: November 2025 NEV Sales Breakdown

Chinese automakers record strong NEV sales growth, led by BYD and Geely

Sarah Chen
Sarah Chen
Senior Automotive Journalist with 10+ years covering the Chinese EV market
China’s EV Market Surge: November 2025 NEV Sales Breakdown

Key Highlights – November NEV Deliveries

Here’s how China’s top manufacturers performed in November 2025:

RankBrand / GroupNEV Deliveries*
1BYD~480,186
2SAIC Group149,900
3Geely (incl. Galaxy)132,661
4Changan125,000
5Chery Group116,794
6HIMA81,864
7Leapmotor70,327
8Zeekr (incl. Lynk & Co)55,146
9Great Wall Motor40,100
10Xiaomi Auto>40,000

*Based on official company reports for November 2025.

“A Growth Story Across China’s NEV Ecosystem”

November’s delivery figures reflect both the strength of established NEV players and the rapid scalability of emerging brands. This dynamic performance underscores China’s leading position in the global EV transition.

BYD Remains at the Summit

BYD led all NEV brands by a large margin in November, reporting roughly 480,000 vehicle deliveries. The company’s broad portfolio — including its Ocean, Dynasty and Denza lines — continued to resonate with buyers both domestically and abroad.

Legacy Groups Holding Strong

Established groups like SAIC and Geely also logged strong results, with Geely’s Galaxy series contributing significantly to its total of around 132,661 NEVs delivered in November.

Strong Momentum Among Startups

Emerging NEV players continued their rapid growth:

  • HIMA (Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance) more than doubled year-on-year deliveries with 81,864 units.
  • Leapmotor celebrated another record month with over 70,000 deliveries, continuing its multi-month expansion.

Other Notable Performers

  • Zeekr and Lynk & Co combined for 55,146 deliveries, showcasing consumer interest in premium EV offerings.
  • Great Wall Motor and Xiaomi Auto sustained strong mid-market performance.

What This Means for the Global EV Landscape

China’s NEV market continues to be a bellwether for global electric vehicle trends. With strong delivery figures from both established automakers and nimble startups, the country’s electrified mobility landscape is diversifying and expanding.

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