Chinese NEV November sales: Geely 132,661, HIMA 81,864, & Leapmotor 70,327, Zeekr 55,146

China’s new-energy vehicle (NEV) market continues to accelerate as November 2025 delivery figures from domestic manufacturers reveal both strong legacy performance and rapid growth among startups. Early data highlights the brands making the most significant impact, showing how established automakers and newer entrants are together shaping the country’s electrified vehicle landscape. BYD, China’s largest NEV manufacturer, has not yet released November data; the article will be updated once the information becomes available.

Geely NEV (including the Galaxy series, excluding Zeekr and Lynk & Co) topped the disclosed numbers with 132,661 units, demonstrating the combined strength of Geely’s plug-in hybrid and fully electric models. The Galaxy series remains a key contributor to Geely’s NEV growth, reflecting both strategic electrification and strong consumer adoption.

Top 10 Chinese NEV November sales

✅ Notes:

• BYD November 2025 data is pending; the article will be updated once available.
• Xiaomi Auto’s figure is rounded (>40,000), so its exact ranking may shift.

The November figures reflect ongoing growth across both legacy and emerging NEV brands. Startups such as HIMA, Leapmotor, and Zeekr continue to expand production and delivery capabilities. At the same time, Geely NEV highlights the role of an established automaker balancing plug-in hybrid and fully electric models. Smaller brands, including Deepal, Voyah, and Avatr, added incremental volumes, supporting overall market expansion.

Geely Auto Group also exported 42,091 vehicles in November, including both NEVs and conventional models, maintaining international sales activity. While these early figures provide an initial view of market performance, BYD’s pending data will be critical for a comprehensive understanding of China’s NEV market for the month.

In November 2025, Avatr achieved a monthly delivery of 14,057 vehicles, marking a 21.4% year-on-year increase and setting a new historical high. The brand has now recorded nine consecutive months with sales exceeding 10,000 units. IM Motors delivered 13,577 vehicles in November, achieving a new brand record with a 3% month-on-month increase.

This snapshot underscores the scale and dynamism of the Chinese NEV sector, demonstrating how established automakers and startups alike are shaping the country’s rapidly growing electrified vehicle ecosystem.