GAC Aion

GAC Aion dominates the Chinese mass-market EV scene, selling 480,000 units in 2025—30% more than #9 Leapmotor’s global total. Its best-selling Aion Y and Aion S sedans start at ¥119,800 (about $16,600), undercutting the average compact EV by 15%, while the premium Hyper brand targets NIO, with the Hyper GT offering 800V charging at a 20% lower starting price. This dual strategy propelled Aion to capture 8% of China’s EV market, outpacing Leapmotor’s 2% share. With 250,000 cumulative exports to Southeast Asia, GAC Aion proves that volume and innovation can coexist without luxury pricing.