China electric car brand list - Attractions of China

China’s electric vehicle (EV) market has seen rapid growth in recent years, with many well-known brands emerging. Here are detailed introductions to the top ten Chinese EV brands, including brand introductions, major milestones, main products, company websites, and founding years.

BYD

BYD Company Limited, founded in 1995 and headquartered in Shenzhen, initially started with rechargeable batteries. In 2003, BYD entered the automobile manufacturing sector. The company is dedicated to the research and application of new energy technologies, becoming one of the world’s leading manufacturers of electric vehicles. BYD’s products cover electric cars, electric buses, and electric trucks.

Major Milestones

1995: BYD was founded, focusing on rechargeable batteries.
2003: Entered the automobile manufacturing sector with the launch of the F3.
2008: Launched the world’s first mass-produced plug-in hybrid vehicle, the F3DM.
2015: Became the world’s largest electric vehicle manufacturer.
2020: Launched the high-end electric sedan series, Han.

Main Products

BYD Qin
BYD Tang
BYD Song
BYD Yuan
BYD Han

Company Website
BYD Official Website

Founding Year
1995

NIO

NIO Inc., founded in 2014 and headquartered in Shanghai, is dedicated to creating high-performance and intelligent electric vehicles, providing a joyful lifestyle and user experience. NIO has multiple patented technologies in EV charging and battery swapping and has established a broad user community globally.

Major Milestones

2014: NIO was founded.
2016: Released the first concept car, EP9.
2018: Launched the first mass-produced vehicle, ES8.
2020: Introduced EC6 and the new ES8.
2021: Released ET7, entering the high-end sedan market.

Main Products

NIO ES8
NIO ES6
NIO EC6
NIO ET7

Company Website
NIO Official Website

Founding Year
2014

XPeng Motors

XPeng Motors, founded in 2014 and headquartered in Guangzhou, focuses on the development and manufacturing of intelligent electric vehicles. XPeng aims to enhance the driving experience through technological innovation, with significant advantages in autonomous driving technology and smart connectivity, attracting many young consumers.

Major Milestones

2014: XPeng Motors was founded.
2018: Launched the first mass-produced vehicle, G3.
2020: Released P7, becoming a market bestseller.
2021: Introduced P5, further expanding the product line.
2022: Launched G9, entering the high-end SUV market.

Main Products

XPeng G3
XPeng P7
XPeng P5
XPeng G9

Company Website
XPeng Motors Official Website

Founding Year
2014

Li Auto

Li Auto Inc., founded in 2015 and headquartered in Beijing, specializes in the development and manufacturing of extended-range electric vehicles (EREVs). Li Auto aims to provide efficient and environmentally friendly travel solutions, addressing the range anxiety of pure electric vehicles through innovative range-extending technology.

Major Milestones

2015: Li Auto was founded.
2019: Launched the first mass-produced vehicle, Li ONE.
2020: Li ONE sales exceeded 10,000 units.
2021: Released the new Li ONE, further enhancing product performance.
2022: Li Auto was listed in Hong Kong.

Main Products

Li ONE

Company Website
Li Auto Official Website

Founding Year
2015

Weltmeister (WM Motor)

WM Motor, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Shanghai, is committed to providing high-quality intelligent electric vehicles, emphasizing technological innovation and user experience. WM Motor develops and produces a range of competitive electric vehicle products through independent research and development.

Major Milestones

2015: WM Motor was founded.
2018: Launched the first mass-produced vehicle, EX5.
2019: Released EX6 Plus, further expanding the product line.
2020: Introduced W6, entering the intelligent SUV market.
2021: Achieved significant growth in the domestic market.

Main Products

WM EX5
WM EX6 Plus
WM W6

Company Website
WM Motor Official Website

Founding Year
2015

Leapmotor

Leapmotor, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Hangzhou, focuses on the development and manufacturing of intelligent electric vehicles. Leapmotor aims to enhance the driving experience through technological innovation, with significant advantages in autonomous driving technology and smart connectivity, attracting many young consumers.

Major Milestones

2015: Leapmotor was founded.
2019: Launched the first mass-produced vehicle, S01.
2020: Released T03, becoming a market bestseller.
2021: Introduced C11, further expanding the product line.
2022: Achieved significant growth in the domestic market.

Main Products

Leapmotor S01
Leapmotor T03
Leapmotor C11

Company Website
Leapmotor Official Website

Founding Year
2015

Hozon Auto

Hozon Auto, founded in 2014 and headquartered in Zhejiang, focuses on the development and manufacturing of intelligent electric vehicles. Hozon Auto aims to enhance the driving experience through technological innovation, with significant advantages in autonomous driving technology and smart connectivity, attracting many young consumers.

Major Milestones

2014: Hozon Auto was founded.
2018: Launched the first mass-produced vehicle, Nezha N01.
2019: Released Nezha U, becoming a market bestseller.
2020: Introduced Nezha V, further expanding the product line.
2021: Achieved significant growth in the domestic market.

Main Products

Nezha N01
Nezha U
Nezha V

Company Website
Hozon Auto Official Website

Founding Year
2014

Chery New Energy

Chery New Energy, founded in 1997 and headquartered in Anhui, is the new energy brand under Chery Automobile. Chery New Energy focuses on the development and manufacturing of electric vehicles. Through independent research and production, Chery New Energy has developed a range of competitive electric vehicle products.

Major Milestones

1997: Chery New Energy was founded.
2010: Launched the first mass-produced vehicle, QQ3 EV.
2016: Released eQ, becoming a market bestseller.
2018: Introduced Tiggo 3xe, further expanding the product line.
2020: Achieved significant growth in the domestic market.

Main Products

Chery eQ
Chery Tiggo 3xe
Chery Arrizo 5e

Company Website
Chery New Energy Official Website

Founding Year
1997

Roewe

Roewe, founded in 2006 and headquartered in Shanghai, is a self-owned brand under SAIC Motor. Roewe focuses on the development and manufacturing of electric vehicles. Through independent research and production, Roewe has developed a range of competitive electric vehicle products.

Major Milestones