The Bestselling Cars, Trucks, Minivans and SUVs in China

The best-selling vehicles in China have changed significantly in the last decade. In 2013, the top five best-selling vehicles were all sedans: the Volkswagen Santana, the Volkswagen Lavida, the Buick Excelle, the Hyundai Elantra, and the Nissan Sylphy. By 2022, the top five best-selling vehicles were all SUVs or crossover SUVs: the Hongguang Mini EV, the BYD Qin, the Tesla Model Y, the Tesla Model 3, and the BYD Han. This shift in sales is similar to what has been seen in the United States, Canada, and Europe, and it is due to the same factors: rising fuel prices, the growing popularity of SUVs and outdoor activities, and the increasing popularity of electric vehicles. However, there are a few unique factors that have contributed to the rise of electric vehicles in China. First, the Chinese government has heavily subsidized the purchase of electric vehicles in an effort to reduce air pollution and promote domestic automakers. Second, Chinese automakers have been quick to develop and market new electric vehicle models. As a result, China is now the world's largest market for electric vehicles. In addition to the shift from sedans to SUVs and the rise of electric vehicles, there have been a few other notable changes in the best-selling vehicles in China in the last decade. For example, the Volkswagen Santana, which was once the best-selling vehicle in China, has been overtaken by the Hongguang Mini EV in recent years. The Hongguang Mini EV is a small and affordable electric vehicle that has become popular among urban commuters. Another notable change is the rise of domestic Chinese automakers. BYD, Geely, and Changan are now among the top-selling automakers in China.