BYD hits 446% Y-O-Y sales

BYD Cars Philippines, the automobile segment of Ayala Corporation’s ACMobility, reported gaining a 446 percent year-on-year sales increase in 2025, earning a reputation as the fastest-growing automotive brand in the Philippines currently.

In its official report, BYD posted 26,122 units in retail sales in the full year 2025, its strongest, positioning as the leader in the New Energy Vehicle (NEV) market.

High consumer demand

According to Bob Palanca, managing director of BYD Cars Philippines, the momentum was fueled by high consumer demand across the brand’s diverse lineup.

The BYD Seagull leads the brand’s 4,608 BEV (battery electric vehicle) sales as the top-selling vehicle, while the Sealion 6 DM-i led the brand’s DM-i range, reflecting a growing Filipino preference for sustainable mobility.

“(The year) 2025 marked a significant milestone in the advancement and broader adoption of New Energy Vehicles in the country. BYD’s strong growth underscores our sustained commitment to democratizing electrified mobility. It demonstrates that when innovation is paired with accessibility, the market responds positively. We remain firmly focused on making electric vehicles attainable for Filipino households nationwide,” the BYD official said.

Distribution partnership renewed

Building on this success, BYD and ACMobility have officially renewed their distribution partnership for passenger cars in the Philippines, reaffirming a long-term commitment to the Philippine market.

The alliance, which began in August 2023, assures a steady pipeline of innovative technologies backed by a comprehensive ecosystem of charging infrastructure and after-sales support.

The strategic foundation paved the way for BYD’s rapid expansion across the country. By the end of 2025, the brand achieved its target of 79 operational dealerships nationwide, a massive increase from just 25 locations at the close of 2024.

Enhancing ownership experience

In the coming years, both companies will remain focused on scaling their network and enhancing the ownership experience for thousands of Filipinos choosing the BYD brand.

“These milestones are a clear signal of our unwavering, long-term commitment to the Philippine market. Together with ACMobility, we are committed to fueling this momentum and making new energy vehicles the standard, not the exception, for Filipino drivers,” said Adam Hu, country head of BYD Philippines.