- China Power Battery Installed Capacity June 2026 reached 76.5 GWh.
- Lithium-iron phosphate batteries dominated monthly and yearly installations.
The China Automotive Power Battery Industry Innovation Alliance (CAPBIIA) has published its latest power battery installation figures for June 2026, highlighting continued growth in the country's electric vehicle battery market. According to the industry body, total installed power battery capacity reached 76.5 GWh during the month, representing a 31.5% year-over-year increase. The latest data also shows lithium-iron phosphate batteries maintaining a dominant position, while ternary batteries continued to account for a smaller portion of overall installations.
June 2026 Power Battery Installation Performance
During June 2026, installed capacity for ternary batteries used in vehicle applications totaled 12.7 GWh, representing 16.5% of all battery installations and marking an 18.1% increase compared with the same month last year. Meanwhile, lithium-iron phosphate batteries recorded installed capacity of 63.7 GWh, accounting for 83.3% of the monthly total and achieving a stronger year-over-year growth rate of 34.4%. The figures further reinforce the continued preference for lithium-iron phosphate technology across China's electric vehicle market.
China Power Battery Installation Breakdown for June 2026
| Battery Type | Installed Capacity | Share | Y/Y Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ternary | 12.7 GWh | 16.5% | 18.1% |
| Lithium-iron phosphate | 63.7 GWh | 83.3% | 34.4% |
Year-to-Date Battery Capacity Continues to Expand
From January through June 2026, cumulative drive battery installed capacity for vehicle applications reached 335.6 GWh, reflecting a 12.0% increase from the corresponding period of 2025. Ternary batteries contributed 63.4 GWh, representing 18.9% of the total and rising 14.2% year over year. Lithium-iron phosphate batteries delivered 272.0 GWh, accounting for 81.0% of cumulative installations while recording an 11.5% annual increase, demonstrating their sustained leadership in the market.
Battery Demand by Passenger Vehicle Segment
Battery electric passenger vehicles represented 57.5% of total drive battery capacity installed during June, increasing 21.3% compared with the previous year. Plug-in hybrid electric passenger vehicles accounted for 15.0% of installed capacity, posting an 11.7% year-over-year increase. On a year-to-date basis, battery electric passenger vehicles held a 57.8% capacity share, up 2.0%, while plug-in hybrid electric passenger vehicles reached 16.5%, increasing by 2.5% compared with the same period last year.
Leading Battery Manufacturers by Year-to-Date Installed Capacity
The year-to-date rankings were led by CATL with 154.3 GWh of installed capacity, representing a 46.0% market share. BYD followed with 57.4 GWh and a 17.1% share. Other major battery manufacturers included Gotion High-tech at 20.8 GWh (6.2%), CALB at 20.7 GWh (6.2%), EVE Energy at 16.8 GWh (5.0%), Rept Battero at 11.1 GWh (3.3%), Sunwoda at 9.2 GWh (2.7%), Zenergy at 9.1 GWh (2.7%), Energee at 8.3 GWh (2.5%), and LG Energy Solution at 7.0 GWh (2.1%).
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the June 2026 CAPBIIA battery installation data show?
The June 2026 data released by the China Automotive Power Battery Industry Innovation Alliance shows that China's total installed power battery capacity reached 76.5 GWh, increasing 31.5% year over year. Lithium-iron phosphate batteries remained the dominant technology with an 83.3% market share, while ternary batteries accounted for 16.5%. The report also highlights year-to-date installed capacity growth, battery demand across passenger vehicle segments, and the leading battery manufacturers based on cumulative installations.
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