The Chinese car brand Haval reported notable momentum in Russia during July 2023, selling 8,548 vehicles. That figure represents a fourfold rise from July 2022, according to the market insight firm Avtostat. Looking at the seven-month period through July 2023, Haval’s total sales in the Russian Federation climbed to 47,099 units, up 3.2 times versus the same span in 2022. This indicates a strong year-to-date improvement for the brand in the Russian market.
Within July, the Jolion crossover stood out as the top-selling Haval model in Russia, with 4,304 units found by buyers. This result marks a 3.7-fold increase from the previous year, underscoring growing consumer interest in compact SUVs from Haval. Following Jolion, the Haval F7 secured second place with 1,744 purchases, reflecting a remarkable 5.4-fold year-over-year growth. In third place was the Haval Dargo, with 1,315 units sold in July, an increase of 5.2 times from the prior year. These model-level performances illustrate the brand’s appeal across different SUV segments in the Russian market.
Overall, Haval achieved a solid standing among officially represented automakers in Russia, finishing in third place in terms of sales for the period measured. This podium position highlights the brand’s growing footprint in a competitive market where many well-known global brands operate.
In related industry news, Chery announced the introduction of its new Exploration 06 crossover in China. The model is priced from 129,900 yuan, roughly equivalent to 1.7 million rubles, signaling continued price positioning and competition among mainstream Chinese brands within the region. These developments collectively reflect ongoing shifts in demand and strategic product launches that influence market dynamics across major markets in Russia and beyond.