In October, ten car brands officially represented on the Russian market raised the prices of their models. This update comes from a tracking report called Car News of the Day, which relies on our ongoing monitoring of manufacturers’ price lists. The month opened with noticeable shifts across several popular brands, signaling a trend that affected a wide spectrum of buyers and influenced showroom strategies for both retailers and service networks.
Geely led the charge with a broad adjustment of tag prices. The Chinese brand lifted prices by 10 to 25 thousand rubles across its lineup, reflecting adjustments in production costs, logistics, and market positioning. The BelGee X50 crossover, a model closely aligned with the first generation Geely Coolray, also saw an increase of around 20 thousand rubles. These changes not only shifted the upfront cost for new buyers but also had a ripple effect on related trim levels, optional equipment packages, and the overall perceived value of the range.
Other major models saw more pronounced moves. The Haval F7 and F7x crossovers climbed by about 50 thousand rubles, a rise that placed them in a more competitive segment within the mid-size SUV field. Jetour Dashing and X90 Plus followed with similar increases, signaling a broader adjustment rhythm across the upmarket compact and medium SUV categories. Simultaneously, Kaiyi, BAIC, and JAC branded vehicles joined the price recalibration, with each brand executing a mosaic of increases that varied by model and configuration. For Kaiyi, the rise spanned roughly 25 to 167 thousand rubles, for BAIC the spread was about 71 to 291 thousand rubles, and for JAC a number of models advanced by 29 to 119 thousand rubles. These shifts underscore the complexity behind pricing strategies in a market wrestling with exchange rates, component costs, and competitive dynamics among automakers.
Sollers and AvtoVAZ also revised their price lists in October. The Atlant and Argo models saw increases ranging from 5 to 35 thousand rubles, while Lada Vesta sedans experienced more substantial movements, with price elevations of 80 to 118 thousand rubles. In a separate adjustment, the Lada Niva Bronto received a more modest boost of 8 thousand rubles. The spread in these changes highlights how different model lines—from compact sedans to rugged crossovers—are weighed differently by manufacturers, dealers, and the supply chain at large, reflecting shifts in demand, cost structure, and inventory targets.
A notable interaction in the market involved Avtotor and its dual-fuel BAIC U5 Plus. While there is no immediate plan to expand on this point, the vehicle represents a broader trend toward flexible fuel options and the evolving preferences of buyers who value fuel economy and lower operating costs across a range of driving scenarios. This October update demonstrates how manufacturers balance the appeal of cutting-edge features with the realities of a fluctuating macro environment, ultimately shaping consumer budgets and purchase timing across the country. Consumers are encouraged to review each model’s latest price list, consider long-term maintenance costs, and compare total ownership expenses when evaluating a purchase during periods of price realignment. The cumulative effect of these adjustments is a more dynamic market where discounts, promotions, and trade-in values can play a critical role in the final decision-making process.