BYD Outperforms Tesla’s Quarterly Sales in April

China’s leading automaker BYD reported that it sold 1.38 million vehicles from January to April 2025. This marks a 46.98% increase compared to the same period in 2024. In April alone, the company sold 380,100 vehicles — a 21.33% rise from April of the previous year.

On April 9, BYD launched its new Han L and Tang L models. According to Lu Tian, head of BYD's online sales division “Dynasty,” the company sold over 10,483 Han L and 11,406 Tang L units in the first month alone. These models quickly became the brand's new bestsellers.

The strong demand for these new cars is attributed to their modern technology, energy efficiency, and affordable pricing. The models start at $28,700.

In comparison, Tesla delivered 336,681 vehicles to customers in the first quarter of 2025 — a 13% decrease from the same period last year.