Maxus Sales Data, Trends & Analysis for the Chinese Automotive Market
Maxus is a commercial vehicle brand of SAIC (Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation), which bought the rights to the LDV Maxus commercial van when this British company went bankrupt in 2010. SAIC also produces and markets cars under the MG and Roewe brands and has manufacturing Joint Ventures with General Motors, Iveco and Volkswagen to produce cars under the Baojun, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Wuling, Iveco, Skoda and Volkswagen brands. Surprisingly, Maxus launched its first passenger car in 2017: the D90 large SUV, followed by the G50 MPV in 2018 and the D60 SUV in 2019. Also find sales figures for the Maxus D60, D90, G50, G10, V80 and any other car model produced and sold in China since the early 2000’s. Car sales statistics from China only include domestic production and exclude imported models.
Maxus China Sales Figures & Recent Highlights
Maxus (上汽大通) is a Chinese commercial and passenger vehicle brand owned by SAIC Motor, one of the largest automakers in China. Maxus was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Shanghai. Maxus cars are known for their affordability, durability, and practicality. The brand’s most popular models in China include the Maxus T60, a pickup truck, and the Maxus G10, a minivan.
Maxus primarily specializes in producing vans and commercial vehicles, which includes larger MPVs, pick-up trucks, and electric commercial vehicles. Apart from commercial vehicles, Maxus has also ventured into the passenger vehicle segment, especially with SUVs and MPVs, expanding its portfolio.
In line with the global push towards electrification, Maxus has invested in developing electric versions of its commercial vehicles. They have a range of electric vans that cater to the needs of urban transportation and delivery services, where electric propulsion offers benefits in terms of operating costs and emissions.
In China, Maxus benefits from SAIC’s vast distribution and service network, which provides it with a competitive edge in reaching a broader clientele. The brand is positioned as a premium offering in the commercial vehicle segment, providing advanced features and technology, especially when compared to other domestic rivals.
Maxus Annual Sales, Growth and Market Share in China
Below we have a table that shows total Maxus sales volumes for the Chinese automotive market, broken out by year. This data captures all Maxus vehicle sales for the entire Chinese automotive market.
| Year | Sales | YOY Change | Marketshare | Marketshare Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 3,588 | 0.00 | 0.02 | 0.00 |
| 2015 | 13,985 | 289.77 | 0.08 | 70.68 |
| 2016 | 18,570 | 32.79 | 0.08 | 10.64 |
| 2017 | 31,834 | 71.43 | 0.14 | 39.05 |
| 2018 | 30,699 | -3.57 | 0.14 | 0.08 |
| 2019 | 60,538 | 97.20 | 0.30 | 53.67 |
| 2020 | 48,154 | -20.46 | 0.26 | -16.24 |
| 2021 | 55,879 | 16.04 | 0.28 | 6.77 |
| 2022 | 34,899 | -37.55 | 0.17 | -63.81 |
Maxus China Annual Sales Units & Growth Chart
Below is a visual representation of Maxus China sales units over time. We have both the Maxus sales units and the market share in the Chinese market. Click on the items in the legend to see each series by itself.
Maxus China Growth Rate & Market Share Chart
Below is the annual growth rate for the Maxus brand in China, shown against the Maxus’s marketshare changes in China. This gives you a good look into how Maxus has faired against the other brands in terms of absolute sales and effect on marketshare. Click on the items in the legend to see each series by itself.
The Best-Selling Maxus Cars & SUVs in China
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Sources: Manufacturers, ANDC, JATO Dynamics.
