China’s Top 10 Best-Selling Cars in H1 2025: Domestic Brands Take the Lead”

China’s Car Market Heats Up: Top 10 Best-Sellers in H1 2025 Revealed

Shanghai, July 18, 2025 — The first half of 2025 has seen fierce competition in China’s auto market, with domestic brands dominating the leaderboard. According to newly released data, 6 of the top 10 best-selling models are Chinese, reflecting a major shift in consumer preferences and brand strength.

No.1 — Geely Xingyuan: 204,940 Units

Geely’s Xingyuan led the pack with over 200,000 units sold. Starting at RMB 68,800 (~$9,400), the SUV combines CTP battery tech from CATL, independent suspension, and fast charging, making it an unbeatable value in the family car segment.

Strong NEV Performers: BYD Seagull, Tesla Model Y, and Wuling MINI EV

BYD Seagull secured second place with 174,912 units, boosted by standard intelligent driving features in the latest update.

Tesla Model Y sold 171,491 units, maintaining its dominance among premium EVs above RMB 200,000. Tesla plans to release a new 6-seat “Model Y L” version this fall.

Wuling Hongguang MINI EV remained a micro-EV favorite with 171,064 units sold.

High-Performance Hybrids and EV Newcomers

BYD Qin PLUS (163,603 units) proved resilient despite internal competition from the Qin L.

Xiaomi SU7 emerged as a breakout hit with 155,692 units, completing nearly 45% of Xiaomi Auto’s annual sales goal through a single model.

Gasoline Holdouts Still Thriving

Geely Xingyue L stood tall among fuel vehicles with 146,223 units sold.

Joint-venture classics like VW Lavida (136,962), Nissan Sylphy (136,344), and VW Sagitar (119,317) continued their reign among budget-conscious sedan buyers.

Takeaway: A New Market Order EmergesThe top 10 list illustrates China’s ongoing automotive transformation. Domestic brands like Geely, BYD, and Xiaomi are not just competing — they’re winning. Electrification, hybridization, and intelligent driving are shaping a multi-path future where EVs, hybrids, and ICE cars can coexist. Meanwhile, consumers are becoming the ultimate beneficiaries of greater choice, better technology, and more competitive pricing.