Brand landscape

China’s Automakers,
Explained

Understand the companies, portfolios and technology positions behind a fast-changing vehicle market.

BYD

Mass-market and premium electrified vehicles

Geely

A global group spanning multiple automotive brands

SAIC

Passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles and joint ventures

Chery

A long-established Chinese vehicle exporter

GWM

SUVs, pickups and electrified off-road vehicles

NIO

Premium battery-electric vehicles and battery swapping

XPeng

Software-focused intelligent electric vehicles

Li Auto

Family-focused range-extended and battery-electric vehicles