BYD Leads China's New-Energy Passenger Car Sales in September With 246,816 Units

BYD ranked No.1 in China's new-energy passenger car retail sales for September 2026, delivering an impressive 246,816 units, according to the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA / Cheng Lian Fen Hui). The figure cements BYD's leadership in the world's largest EV market as competition intensifies among domestic brands.

September retail rankings

In September 2026, BYD took the top spot with 246,816 NEV passenger vehicles. Chinese automakers Geely and Leapmotor (零跑) followed in second and third place respectively among the leading new-energy brands, underscoring the rapid rise of homegrown EV makers.

What it means

The strong monthly result reflects continued momentum for BYD across its sedan, SUV and people-carrier lineups, driven by new-energy technology, expanding model availability and a broad domestic retail network. As BYD steps up its international push, this domestic base remains the foundation for its global growth.

Release date: October 16, 2026