Industry · 5 de enero de 2026 · 10 min read
Executive Summary
Chinese automakers exported 5.4 million vehicles in 2025 — a 34% increase year-on-year — making China the world's largest vehicle exporter for the second consecutive year.
Top Export Brands
- BYD — 1.2M units, present in 80+ markets
- SAIC (MG, Maxus) — 890K units
- Geely (Geely, Lynk & Co, Polestar) — 540K units
- Chery — 480K units
- NIO — 180K units (premium positioning)
Fastest-Growing Markets
| Market | 2024 Units | 2025 Units | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | 48,000 | 91,000 | +90% |
| Brazil | 120,000 | 198,000 | +65% |
| Australia | 72,000 | 112,000 | +56% |
| Germany | 38,000 | 58,000 | +53% |
2026 Outlook
We forecast total Chinese auto exports to reach 6.8 million units in 2026, driven by new model launches in the affordable EV segment and aggressive dealer network expansion in Southeast Asia and the Middle East.
