According to the results of 2023, 19 new Chinese brands appeared on the Russian market. In total, the country presents products from 29 auto concerns from China, the association Russian Automobile Dealers said.
These include Jaecoo, Jetour, Baic, Kaiyi, Voyah, Livan, Ora, Forthing, Skywell, SWM, Honqgi, Dongfeng, Li Xiang, Haima, Jetta, Wey, Aito, Rising, Venucia. Russians can also purchase cars from Chery, Geely, Omoda, FAW, Changan, Haval, JAC, Exeed, Tank and GAC.
The association explained that analysts counted only those brands that are officially represented in the country. But if we take into account all Chinese brands supplied unofficially, then their number is about 60.
Despite the abundance of Chinese cars, the domestic AvtoVAZ remains the leader in terms of sales of passenger cars. Drivers choose Russian cars due to the affordable price, the availability of all parts and components, and an extended warranty.
It is known that in 2023, AvtoVAZ accounted for a third of the market. And due to the state order, the concern plans to increase the production of cars, which officials will switch to.