The small Xingyuan leads.
Small urban cars help explain China’s scale. All three models in this selection are battery electric.
Explore China →CPCA/Yiche via CarNewsChina; Geely confirms the leader and its annual figure. NEV includes other technologies not shown here.
What China’s 2025 market reveals
Geely confirms annual sales of 465,775 for the Xingyuan, also called the EX2, and its leading position in China during 2025.
CarNewsChina’s retail table, attributed to Yiche and CPCA, shows the most purchased models. Its NEV category covers different technologies, although the first three models in this selection are BEVs. Distinguish this national count from the manufacturer’s worldwide deliveries or cumulative figures since a launch.
[S5][S13]Local prices and export versions
Editorial perspective: when comparing a Chinese car with its European alternative, start by identifying the exact version. Request battery capacity, equipment, warranty terms and a final price in writing. If the same name appears in several countries, check each local specification before transferring a conclusion.
Compare quotes in the same currency and market. For a private import, collect transport, administrative and registration costs separately. An overseas advert can help you investigate an option, but the decision requires an offer you can actually take up.
Supporting reading for our editorial analysis[S41]Everyday use deserves its own comparison
Prepare a list of requirements before looking for the highest range figure. Include journeys, accessible chargers, interior space and a nearby maintenance service. If you are comparing living in China with living in Europe, first calculate a mobility budget for each city using your usual kilometres.
Our editorial analysis suggests comparing two scenarios: charging where you park and relying on an external station. Enter their tariffs separately in the calculator. Then review the functions you will use, from route planning to language and connectivity. The purchase should fit both the local infrastructure and the way you drive.
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