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In the first seven months of this year, Chinese automaker Chery has achieved impressive results, with cumulative sales reaching 1,484,563 vehicles, representing a 14.5% increase year-on-year. This growth is particularly notable in the new energy vehicle sector, where Chery sold 65,357 units in July, marking a 44.1% year-on-year increase.
Chery's global expansion is evident in its export figures. The top 10 export destinations for Chinese automobiles in the first half of 2025 are:
- Mexico - 234,500 units, with a year-on-year growth of 30.7%
- United Arab Emirates - 214,300 units, up 58.5%
- Russia - 171,000 units, down 59.2%
- Brazil - 155,200 units, down 7.9%
- Belgium - 147,200 units, up 7.2%
- United Kingdom - 131,300 units, up 18.8%
- Saudi Arabia - 119,500 units, up 24.9%
- Australia - 115,100 units, up 41.5%
- Philippines - 101,900 units, up 63.5%
- Kazakhstan - 77,600 units, up 105.0%
Mexico, the largest export destination, is showing strong growth, with new energy vehicle exports significantly contributing to this momentum. The UAE and Saudi Arabia, major Middle Eastern markets, are also experiencing robust export growth, influenced by policies favoring new energy vehicles and smart mobility initiatives.
Despite ranking third by volume, exports to Russia have dramatically declined due to economic difficulties. Large European markets such as Belgium and the UK continue to import significant volumes, supported by expanding production and sales efforts from Chinese OEMs.
Chery is not alone in expanding its global footprint. Other Chinese automakers like BYD, Great Wall Motor, and others are also increasing their exports and investing in overseas manufacturing.
In addition to Chery's success, BYD has also made significant strides this year. The Denza B8 plug-in hybrid SUV was unveiled for Africa and the Middle East, and BYD dominated 7 overseas markets according to the company's GM. BYD's export volume surged by 118.2% year-on-year in the first half of 2025, catching up with Chery in the export market.
As of July 31st, Chery Group has a global user base of over 17.18 million, with more than 5.17 million overseas users. In July alone, Chery Group sold a total of 224,439 vehicles, marking a year-on-year increase of 14.7%. Chery has also surpassed the milestone of 5 million vehicles exported. In the first seven months of the year, Chery exported a total of 669,360 vehicles, with an impressive 31.9% year-on-year increase in July.
These figures and trends highlight the growing influence of Chinese automakers in the global market, and the strategic importance of new energy vehicles and overseas expansion for their continued success.
[1] Data sourced from Chinese automotive industry associations and research institutes for the first half of 2025. [2] Additional insights based on various industry reports and news articles. [3] Specific data on new energy vehicle exports can be found in the provided table. [4] Information on BYD's expansion and new models can be found in separate reports and press releases. [5] Data on Chery's global user base and export figures are from official company statements and financial reports.
- The UAE and Saudi Arabia, major markets in the Middle East, are experiencing robust export growth for automotive industries, with the trend influenced by policies favoring new energy vehicles and smart mobility initiatives.
- Other Chinese automakers like BYD, Great Wall Motor, and others are also increasing their exports and investing in overseas manufacturing, similar to Chery's global expansion efforts in the automotive finance and transportation sectors.
