On October 20th, with the roll-off of the 10 millionth automobile at China FAW, China became the third country, after the United States and Japan, to produce over 10 million vehicles annually. As we become a major automobile country, the public's perspective on car purchases is also undergoing changes.
One of the considerations when buying a car
Spend tens of thousands of yuan to buy an economical small car
Unlike in the past when cars were a symbol of status, car buyers nowadays are looking for affordability and convenience. As a result, cars that are attractive in appearance, affordable, have a small displacement, and are environmentally friendly have become hot commodities.
New Alto: Making a comeback with its striking appearance
Otto is back! The new Otto has changed its appearance and the price is more affordable.
The new Alto comes in three models, all with a 1.0-liter displacement: the 1.0 MT manual comfort model priced at 44,900 yuan, the 1.0-liter MT manual luxury model priced at 49,900 yuan, and the 1.0-liter AT automatic luxury model priced at 58,900 yuan. Among them, the automatic model equipped with the first 4AT transmission is unique among its peers in the 1.0-liter displacement small car segment.
The new Alto adopts a hatchback design, giving the entire vehicle a sleek and smooth appearance. The front-end "big mouth" style** adds personality and vitality. The body design incorporates aerodynamic principles, giving the new Alto exceptional aerodynamic performance. With a drag coefficient as low as 0.3, which is close to that of sports cars, it not only boasts very low fuel consumption but also significantly reduces carbon dioxide emissions, fully embodying the technological quality of an eco-friendly green car.
New Carnival: Launching Fashionable Limited Editions
Recently, the new Ford Fiesta 1.5L Trend Limited Edition has officially been launched nationwide. The new model is a hatchback, and on the basis of the existing 1.5L Trend hatchback, it has added an electric sunroof, rear audio system, and 15-inch multi-spoke aluminum alloy wheels. Additionally, a 7-color 8G customized Fiesta iPod Nano is included as a gift, allowing young consumers to fully enjoy the sunshine and music, and satisfying their needs for individuality and fashion.
The new Ford Fiesta 1.5L Stylish Limited Edition comes in three colors: Charming Orange, Showy Silver, and Sentimental Blue, with a total of only 2,000 units available. After adding valuable new configurations to the original 1.5L Stylish hatchback, consumers can own this limited edition model by only adding 5,000 yuan. The 1.5L Automatic Stylish Limited Edition is priced at 100,900 yuan, while the 1.5L Manual Stylish Limited Edition is priced at 92,900 yuan.
Great Wall Xuanli: also available in a CVT version
Following the introduction of the VVT all-aluminum engine, Great Wall's Flame Red has once again pushed the boundaries of technology. The Flame Red CVT model, equipped with a continuously variable transmission, has recently been launched nationwide. The launch of the Flame Red CVT further enhances the technological image of this self-developed compact car. Coupled with the recent news of passing the EU certification, it gives consumers greater confidence in choosing self-developed brands.
The Xuanli CVT comes in three models: Deluxe, Elite, and Sunroof Edition, priced at 69,900 yuan, 73,900 yuan, and 78,900 yuan respectively. Equipped with a CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission), the Xuanli CVT not only boasts low fuel consumption and environmentally friendly emissions, but also offers a comfortable and smooth driving experience for both the driver and passengers due to the continuous change in CVT speed ratio, which eliminates any jerkiness during acceleration or deceleration.
The second perspective on car purchase
Buying cars with loans becomes popular
When people's financial management concepts change, they will weigh the pros and cons of purchasing cars that lack value retention, and will not invest all their funds in cars. Therefore, buying cars with loans has become popular.
Jingrui: Double benefits of zero purchase tax and zero interest rate
Reporters learned from Shanghai Volkswagen Skoda that starting from October 1st, Skoda officially launched a dual promotional event nationwide, offering zero purchase tax and zero-interest consumer credit support for purchasing the Fabia. It is reported that this dual promotion of the Skoda brand will last from October 1st to October 31st. Customers purchasing any of the eight models in the Fabia series can enjoy the zero purchase tax promotion, and those opting for credit can also benefit from zero-interest rates and free handling fees.
Volvo Cars: S Plan Financial Management Project
Since October 12th, Volvo Cars China, in collaboration with Shenzhen Development Bank, has comprehensively launched the S Plan premium financial management program in 32 cities across the country. The program covers three models of the Volvo S40 2.0 and three models of the S80L extended version 2.5T. Customers can take delivery of the car with only a 50% down payment, and then pay off the remaining balance after one year, without incurring any interest or handling fees. Compared to ordinary loans, the S Plan premium financial management program can significantly save costs.
The third perspective on car purchase: practicality as the primary consideration, appearance as a secondary consideration
As mentioned earlier, buying a car is no longer a matter of showing off, but rather a matter of practicality. Therefore, consumers often compare different options when choosing a car, and then make a decision based on their actual usage. Many manufacturers also use their ingenuity to constantly innovate and refresh their models.
Roewe 550 2010 model: adding colors and configurations
Shanghai Automotive recently launched the Roewe 550 2010 model, which consists of seven variants equipped with either a 1.8T or a 1.8-liter DVVT engine, with prices ranging from 126,800 to 189,800 yuan. Based on research into consumers' demand for digital entertainment features, the Roewe 550 2010 model has uniquely positioned itself in the automotive digital entertainment feature segment. In line with its positioning as a full-time digital sedan, it allows users to customize the personalized startup screen of the driving system display. Users can import their favorite pictures as the startup screen into the driving system. In terms of appearance, the Roewe 550 has added a new dazzling blue body color, named "Hydran Blue", which conveys a younger, more vibrant and energetic image.
Corolla 1.6L Special Edition: now with a sunroof
Following the upgrade of the entire Corolla series in May and the launch of the Corolla EX Special Edition in August, FAW Toyota has recently introduced two special edition models with a small 1.6-liter displacement for the Corolla series: the Corolla GL Sunroof Special Edition and the Corolla EX Deluxe Edition. The prices for the Corolla GL Sunroof Special Edition are 134,800 yuan (manual transmission) and 146,800 yuan (automatic transmission), while the prices for the Corolla EX Deluxe Edition are 117,800 yuan (manual transmission) and 129,800 yuan (automatic transmission). Starting from today, all FAW Toyota dealerships nationwide will begin accepting reservations. Customers who purchase their vehicles before December 31st will also be eligible to enjoy a 50% reduction in the purchase tax for 1.6-liter models as a national preferential policy.
Cadillac's all-new SRX: Igniting the trend of sporty luxury SUVs
Recently, Cadillac's all-new SRX was launched amidst the throng of players at the ATP1000 Masters. As the official vehicle for this prestigious tennis event, Cadillac's all-new SRX will accompany the tennis stars as they compete on the court, exuding passion and vitality. At the event, Shanghai General Motors announced the market prices for the two models of Cadillac's all-new SRX: the flagship version priced at 578,000 yuan, and the luxury version priced at 498,000 yuan. The two new models will gradually arrive at Cadillac-authorized sales service centers nationwide and will begin accepting pre-orders from today.
The perspective on car purchasing is becoming increasingly mature
Many people have hesitated between renting a car and buying one. The key lies in whether there is a significant difference in cost and expenses between the two options.
The advantage of taking a taxi is that there are no parking fees, insurance premiums, or other miscellaneous expenses. However, the disadvantage is that it is inconvenient and there is no guarantee on time. The major advantage of driving a car is convenience; however, there are also many disadvantages. Firstly, the car price is high, and secondly, there are too many miscellaneous expenses in various aspects. More importantly, the depreciation cost of cars is significant. A new car is discounted by 30% when it is first purchased, which makes many people feel that buying a car is throwing away money.
Actually, one of the changes in car-buying attitudes is that consumers no longer reject used cars. However, due to the immaturity of the current used car market, many consumers still have misgivings about buying used cars.
The change in car perception indicates that while China is on its way to becoming a country with tens of millions of cars, people's consumption attitudes are also undergoing transformation. As China's automotive market becomes increasingly mature, car consumption attitudes are bound to mature as well. When buying new cars, second-hand cars, taking taxis, and renting cars have become commonplace, it signifies that our living standards have entered a new stage.
