BYD EV Sales Statistics

BYD sold 4,602,436 EVs in 2025, combining battery-electric vehicles (BEVs, incl. buses) and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs, passenger). That breaks down to 2,313,727 BEVs (50.3%) and 2,288,709 PHEVs (49.7%).

• BYD’s EV sales have ramped up year after year. BYD sales went from 247,811 electric vehicles sold in 2018 to 721,328 in 2021, showing steady progress before the big leap.
• The real turning point came after 2021. BYD’s annual EV sales jumped to 1,802,464 in 2022 and then reached 3,024,417 in 2023, as demand and production both accelerated.
• That surge helped BYD become a major name in the global electric vehicle market, supported by pricing that stayed competitive and a lineup that covered both BEVs and plug-in hybrids.
• In 2024, BYD kept the momentum going with 4,272,145 EVs sold, reinforcing how quickly its electric vehicle sales have scaled worldwide.

• The BYD Song (PHEV + BEV) is the most popular electric vehicle 2024, with 650,000 units sold.
• The BYD Qin (PHEV + BEV) ranked second with 500,000 units, keeping it among BYD’s strongest-selling electric cars.
• The BYD Seagull (BEV) followed with 380,000 sales in 2024, showing strong demand in the affordable BEV segment.
• Other high-volume BYD electric vehicle models in 2024 included Yuan Plus (300,000), Seal Series (280,000), Dolphin (270,000), and Han (200,000).

• In 2024, BYD sold approximately 4.27 million electric vehicles (4,272,145 units), representing about a 41% increase from 2023 (3,024,417 units).
• The BYD Song was BYD’s best-selling model in 2024, with around 650,000 units sold, about 15% of BYD’s total EV sales for the year.

• BYD’s annual revenue reached ¥777.1 billion in 2024, up from ¥602.3 billion in 2023, showing how quickly the company’s top line has grown alongside its expansion in the EV market.
• In 2023, BYD generated ¥602.3 billion in revenue (about $85 billion), making it one of the highest-revenue players among global electric vehicle manufacturers.
• The biggest step-change happened from 2021 to 2022, when BYD’s revenue jumped from ¥216.1B to ¥424.1B—nearly doubling (+96%) in a single year.
• Over the long term, BYD’s financial growth has been dramatic: from ¥46.7B in 2010 to ¥777.1B in 2024, reflecting its rise from a regional automaker into a global force in electric vehicles and energy

• In 2024, China contributed the most to BYD’s EV sales, with 3,854,941 units sold in China versus 417,204 units outside China, showing that BYD’s electric vehicle growth is still primarily driven by its home market.
• In 2025 YTD, overseas markets are becoming a bigger part of the mix, with 1,046,083 EVs sold outside China compared with 3,556,353 in China (YTD figures are preliminary and may change once full-year totals are released).
• Compared with 2023, BYD expanded in both regions in 2024: China sales rose from 2,781,433 to 3,854,941 (+1,073,508), while sales outside China increased from 242,985 to 417,204 (+174,219), highlighting faster international momentum even as China remains the core market.

No. BYD does not sell passenger cars to U.S. consumers through normal dealerships/retail channels.

• BYD does have a U.S. presence, but it’s mainly commercial/fleet (e.g., buses), not consumer cars.

• BYD e6 is a fully electric compact MPV, known for its spacious interior and long range. It has been widely used in fleet operations, including taxis.
• BYD Tang EV is an all-electric SUV offering strong performance, advanced safety features, and a competitive range. It is available in multiple global markets, including Europe and China.
• BYD Han EV is a luxury electric sedan, known for its sleek design, powerful performance, and long driving range, positioned to compete with premium brands like Tesla.
• BYD Dolphin is a compact electric hatchback aimed at urban drivers, recognised for its modern design, affordability, and energy efficiency.
• BYD Yuan Plus (Atto 3), also marketed as Atto 3 in some regions, is a compact electric SUV offering a practical range and advanced features, targeting markets outside China, such as Europe and Australia.
• BYD Seal is a mid-sized electric sedan with a sleek design, long-range capabilities, and high performance, extending BYD’s lineup into the premium EV segment.