The November 2023 snapshot of the secondary car market highlights the Chery Tiggo crossover as the leading Chinese model in demand. Autostat Information tracked strong activity in this segment, underscoring a robust interest in Chinese makes among buyers in the region.
Overall, the used Tiggo segment logged 803 units during the autumn month, topping the list. The Lifan Solano sedan followed closely in second place with 673 units, while the Great Wall Hover SUV ranked third with 606 units. Other popular models that rounded out the top tier included the Chery Amulet, Lifan X60, Geely Emgrand, Geely MK, Geely Coolray, Haval Jolion, and the Chery Tiggo 7 Pro. The mix demonstrates a broad appetite across compact crossovers and sedans from multiple Chinese brands among the used car shoppers.
Looking at broader sales momentum, Russian buyers acquired 13.7 thousand used Chinese vehicles in November 2023, an increase of almost half compared with the prior year. This growth signals an ongoing shift in consumer preference toward affordable, value-driven imports within the market segment for pre-owned cars.
There are also indicators of price dynamics. Industry commentary notes that the average price of a used Chinese car rose in October, marking a noticeable uplift from September figures. The October average hovered around 2.3 million rubles, up from roughly 2.05 million rubles recorded in September. Buyers and dealers appear to be navigating a market where demand remains steady while pricing reflects tightening supply amid broader regional factors.
Earlier projections cited plans to move about 1.2 million Chinese-assembled vehicles into the Russian market during 2024. Those targets underscore a strategic push by automakers to expand exposure in a rapidly evolving international footprint, signaling continued interest in leveraging pre-owned channels as a bridge to future new-car sales. Consumers and market observers alike can expect ongoing scrutiny of model availability, pricing trends, and regional distribution strategies as the year progresses.