Based on authoritative industry data and market performance from 2025 to early 2026, the top five bus brands in China are determined primarily by a comprehensive assessment of sales volume, export volume, brand value, and technological strength. The following are the five most representative brands:

Top Five Bus Brands in China, 2025-2026

Yutong Bus

Industry leader, with sales of 42,558 buses over 6 meters in length in 2025, achieving a market share of 31.02%, ranking first for many consecutive years.

Products cover all scenarios including public transportation, passenger transport, school buses, tourism, and autonomous driving micro-circulation. It holds the number one position in the industry in terms of new energy technology patents.

Global service network covers over 100 countries; it has served the Qatar World Cup, etc. Major international sporting events such as the Beijing Winter Olympics and the Hangzhou Asian Games.

Zhongtong Bus

2025 sales: 12,400 units, market share: 9.01%, ranking second.

Affiliated with China National Heavy Duty Truck Group, it emphasizes lightweight design and cost control, offering outstanding value for money.

Product line covers buses, tourist vehicles, and group vehicles; export performance is stable.

Higer Bus (Suzhou King Long)

2025 sales: 12,100 units, market share: 8.81%, ranking [number missing]. 3

In January 2026, the export volume of passenger buses reached 1,380 units, ranking first in the country, a year-on-year increase of 9 times.

It boasts a brand value exceeding 100 billion yuan and has been selected as one of the “China’s 500 Most Valuable Brands” for many consecutive years.

Exports cover more than 150 countries and regions, with intelligent models accounting for 65%.

Xiamen King Long (King Long Motors)

In 2025, sales reached 10,800 units, a year-on-year increase of 14.48%, ranking fourth.

Focusing on high-end… Specializing in tourist buses, these vehicles boast stylish designs and high comfort, giving them a significant advantage in markets such as Southeast Asia and the Middle East.

The product range covers a full series of buses from 4.3 meters to 18 meters, sold to over 160 countries worldwide.

Foton AUV

In 2025, sales reached 9,185 units, a significant year-on-year increase of 42.01%, ranking fifth.

A core brand of new energy buses under Beiqi Foton, it was among the first to invest in the research and development of hybrid, hydrogen fuel cell, and pure electric buses.

It holds a leading market share in electric buses and school buses.