BYD notches up 100,000th delivery of electric and hybrid cars in Australia

BYD has marked a significant milestone in the Australian automotive market by delivering its 100,000th electric and hybrid vehicle, just under four years since it began local sales. The landmark vehicle, a BYD Shark 6 ute, was handed over to a customer in Queensland by BYD’s Asia Pacific General Manager, Liu Xueliang. This rapid growth underscores BYD’s emergence as one of the fastest-growing car brands in Australia, with its national network now encompassing over 100 sales and service centres. The company’s impressive sales trajectory has been driven largely by its range of battery electric vehicles (BEVs), which account for more than 64,000 of the total deliveries. This achievement is particularly notable when compared to Tesla, which took a decade to reach a similar number of EV sales in Australia. BYD’s model lineup has expanded steadily, beginning with the Atto 3 SUV and followed by affordable offerings such as the Dolphin hatchback and the Seal electric sedan, which have all contributed to the brand’s growing market presence. In 2024 and 2025, BYD broadened its portfolio with plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) like the Sealion 6 and Shark 6 ute, both of which attracted substantial pre-orders. The launch of competitively priced models such as the BYD Dolphin, starting at $29,990, and the Atto 1, Australia’s cheapest EV, further accelerated sales. The introduction of the Denza luxury brand, featuring the forthcoming Denza Z9GT with advanced fast-charging capabilities and tri-motor setup, signals BYD’s ambition to capture a wider segment of the Australian market, with this model expected in the second half of 2026. BYD’s rapid ascent has seen it break into the top 10 best-selling car brands in Australia within just under four years, a feat unprecedented in recent local automotive history. With strong sales momentum and a growing product range, the brand is poised for continued expansion in 2026. Industry experts highlight BYD’s success as a reflection of increasing consumer demand for stylish, practical, and affordable new energy vehicles, supported by an expanding national infrastructure to serve its customers.