April 2026 NEV Sales: BYD Leads with 290K Units

In April 2026, China's new energy passenger vehicle market reached 819,000 units sold, with market penetration climbing to 59.6%. BYD dominated with 291,965 units, followed by Geely (135,645), Tesla China (79,478), and Chery (61,805). Battery EVs accounted for 573,000 units, PHEVs 179,000, and EREVs 67,000.

April NEV Market Overview

China's NEV passenger vehicle terminal sales hit 819,000 units in April 2026, up 2.5% month-over-month. Though year-over-year comparisons softened, market penetration crossed the historic 59% threshold for the first time. Battery electric vehicles remained the dominant force at 573,000 units, capturing 70% of the NEV market.

PHEVs contributed 179,000 units (21.9% share), while extended-range EVs reached 67,000 units (8.1%). This three-pronged powertrain landscape reflects the diversified demand patterns of Chinese NEV consumers.

OEM Rankings: BYD Dominates, Chery Surges

The top five NEV manufacturers in April were:

BYD: 291,965 units, commanding over 35% market share
Geely: 135,645 units, with cumulative YTD sales exceeding 520,000
Tesla China: 79,478 units, up 35.96% year-over-year
Chery: 61,805 units, surging 32.15% from March
Leapmotor: 52,560 units, solidifying its position among leading EV startups

Chery's NEV sales crossed the 60,000-unit milestone for the first time, climbing from sixth place a year ago to fourth—evidence of accelerated electrification among traditional domestic brands. In contrast, Changan and Great Wall saw monthly declines.

Model Performance: Model Y Leads, Xiaomi SU7 Surprises

At the model level, the BEV leaderboard showed shifting dynamics:

Model Y: 52,143 units, up 53.54% YoY, retaining the BEV crown
Geely Star Wish: 41,938 units, up 16.13% MoM
Xiaomi SU7: 26,826 units, exploding 213.84% month-over-month
BYD Seagull: 27,204 units
BYD Yuan UP: 24,602 units, up 17.72%

In the PHEV segment, Fangchengbao Titanium 7 led with 12,900 units. The EREV space was dominated by AITO M7 (6,533) and Li Auto L6 (5,380).

Export Signal for Overseas Buyers

For buyers in Central Asia, Russia, and beyond, April's sales figures carry strategic weight. The scale achieved by BYD (nearly 300,000 units monthly) translates into significant cost advantages for export pricing. The breadth of Geely and Chery's NEV portfolios signals mature supply chains ready for international expansion.

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