June Electric Vehicle Sales Report: BYD Leads with 378K Units as Market Competition Intensifies

The electric vehicle (EV) market continues to thrive as major automakers release their June 2025 sales figures. With the first half of the year coming to a close, the performance of new energy car manufacturers has drawn significant attention from industry analysts and consumers alike.

BYD Dominates with Record-Breaking Sales
As the undisputed leader in the battery car sector, BYD reported an impressive 378,000 units sold in June, marking a 0.2% month-over-month increase and an 11% year-over-year surge. The automaker’s diversified lineup—spanning the Dynasty, Ocean, Fangchengbao, Denza, and Yangwang series—ensures broad market coverage, from affordable models to luxury electric vehicles.

In 2025 alone, BYD has sold over 2.1 million passenger cars, with pure electric vehicles (206,900 units) and plug-in hybrids (170,700 units) driving growth. Additionally, the company exported 90,000 units in June while maintaining strong momentum in battery production, with total energy storage installations reaching 134.526 GWh year-to-date.

Geely and Leapmotor Show Strong Momentum
Geely Auto secured second place with 122,367 new energy car sales in June, an 85.5% annual increase despite an 11.3% monthly dip. Its Galaxy, Lynk & Co, and Zeekr sub-brands contributed significantly to this performance, reinforcing Geely’s push into the EV market.

Meanwhile, Leapmotor emerged as a dark horse, delivering 48,006 battery-powered cars—a staggering 138.7% yearly growth. This milestone underscores the brand’s rising influence in China’s competitive automobile landscape.

Market Trends: Innovation and Consolidation Ahead
The new energy vehicle (NEV) sector is evolving rapidly, with legacy automakers and startups like Xiaomi reshaping the industry. As competition intensifies, advancements in battery technology, smart features, and after-sales services will be critical differentiators. Analysts predict further market consolidation, with top players like BYD, Geely, and Leapmotor likely to strengthen their positions.