Tesla China has demonstrated a robust performance in March 2025, highlighting the electric vehicle manufacturer’s resilience in the competitive Chinese market. The integration of the new Model Y into the lineup appears to have strategically bolstered domestic sales.
Compared to previous months, Tesla China’s sales figures reveal an upward trajectory, reflecting effective market adaptation and product transition strategies amidst evolving consumer preferences.
Tesla China’s March Performance
In March, Tesla China achieved a wholesale sale of 78,828 vehicles, with 74,127 units sold domestically. This represents an 18.8% increase year-over-year and a 176.8% rise month-over-month.
CPCA reported 74,127 Tesla sales in China in March, up 18.1% year over year and 1.3% for Q1. – Roland Pircher
Performance of Model Y and Model 3
The new Model Y contributed significantly to the sales, with 49,029 units sold. Although this marks a 14.8% decrease compared to March 2024, there was a substantial 510.4% increase from February 2025. Meanwhile, the Model 3 sedan saw sales of 29,799 units, down 5.33% year-over-year but up 31.5% month-over-month.
$TSLA’s export data for March showed 4,701 units exported. – Tsla Chan
Tesla’s Position in China’s NEV Market
Tesla China captured 7.48% of the overall New Energy Vehicle (NEV) market in March, with a more notable 11.47% share in the Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV) segment. The NEV market itself saw 991,000 sales, a 38% increase year-over-year and a 44% rise from February 2025, highlighting the growing demand in this sector.
These results underscore Tesla China’s ability to sustain growth through strategic product launches and market focus. As the Chinese NEV market continues to expand, Tesla’s adaptability and product offerings will be critical in maintaining and enhancing its market share.
