Bestune Pony EV Reaches 200,000th Production Milestone in 20 Months
FAW's Bestune brand has produced its 200,000th Pony EV, just 20 months after the model's launch in May 2024.
- 200,000 units
- 200,017 vehicles
- 107% YoY
What Happened
On January 5, 2026, FAW's Bestune brand celebrated the 200,000th Pony EV rolling off the production line at the Yancheng branch. The model reached this milestone just 20 months after its market launch in May 2024.
Market launch of Bestune Pony EV
200,000th Pony EV rolls off production line at FAW Yancheng branch
In 2025, FAW Bestune achieved a record total sales of 200,017 vehicles. Of these, new energy vehicle sales reached 171,957 units, a 107% increase year-over-year.
Why this matters
The milestone underscores strong demand for Bestune's electric vehicle, helping FAW achieve record sales and a 107% surge in new energy vehicle sales in 2025.
Terms in This Story
- Bestune
- A passenger car brand wholly owned by FAW Group.
- Pony EV
- An all-electric vehicle model produced by Bestune.
- NEV
- New Energy Vehicle, a Chinese classification for vehicles using alternative powertrains, including battery electric, plug-in hybrid, and fuel cell vehicles.
- FAW
- First Automobile Works, a Chinese state-owned automotive manufacturer and one of the oldest and largest in China.
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