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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Steve Fowler

From zero to 100,000 in less than two years – Chinese EV brand hits UK sales milestone

Omoda and Jaecoo's six strong lineup is set to grow sizeably in the coming years - (Omoda and Jaecoo)

Omoda and Jaecoo have just passed the 100,000 UK sales barrier, not even two years after arriving in the UK and with the Jaecoo 7 accounting for more than half of them.

Omoda arrived on 31 August 2024, followed by sister brand Jaecoo in January 2025. Together they now have almost 5.7 per cent of the UK new-car market, according to the latest registration figures from SMMT (Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders).

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