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Five cars to replace Toyota Camry selected 11:43 - Social Bites

In the Russian market you can find five worthy alternatives to the popular Toyota Camry. In this regard he is writing Quto.ru portal. First, the publication recommended paying attention to the Chinese Dongfeng Aeolus Shine Max. In terms of dimensions, the car is slightly inferior to the Camry...

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Five cars to replace Toyota Camry selected 11:43​

By ANIKA
July 11, 2024

In the Russian market you can find five worthy alternatives to the popular Toyota Camry. In this regard he is writing Quto.ru portal.
First, the publication recommended paying attention to the Chinese Dongfeng Aeolus Shine Max. In terms of dimensions, the car is slightly inferior to the Camry: its length is 4797 mm, and the wheelbase is 2770 mm. The top version of the Dongfeng is sold for 3 million rubles, and the basic version for 2.2 million rubles (that is, cheaper than the top-end Kaiyi E5, Geely Emgrand and Lada Vesta SW Sportline). The publication notes that for such a price the car is quite powerful. The Aeolus Shine is equipped with a 1.5-liter engine producing 190 hp. and the “robot” Getrag. It accelerates to 100 km / h in 8.7 seconds, just like the Toyota Camry.
Secondly, the portal recommended the Kia K5 instead of the Japanese model, which is among the best mid-size sedans. Engines with power from 180 to 290 hp are available to buyers. JD Power gives the 2024 K5 a reliability score of 85.
Thirdly, in the spring in Russia was presented a new Volga C40 sedan, a restyled Changan Raeton Plus. The car will be equipped with a 188 hp engine, it will work in conjunction with a 7-speed “robot”. The new product will also have modern driver assistants.
The publication suggested the Camry and the popular Hyundai Sonata as alternatives. The car is said to be economical. Analysts from Repaipal also gave it a reliability score of 4/5.
As a result, Quto.ru recommended paying attention to the new Lada Aura, which will receive 25 centimeters of increased space for rear passengers. A premium audio system was also installed in the car. Inside, it is equipped with a 1.8-liter engine with 122 hp. and “automatic”.
It happened before that knownIt was stated that the cost of purchasing new and used cars for Russians in the first half of 2024 will be 6.93 billion rubles.
Russians spent only 37% of this amount (2.59 billion rubles) on new cars. The total market capacity in 2023 was 12.64 trillion rubles, but new cars accounted for only 27% of this amount, or 3.37 billion rubles.
Previously There was New cars worth up to 2 million rubles were selected.





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The main condition for the increase in prices of Chinese cars was set at 12:40 - Social Bites

If there is a multiple increase in the recycling fee, the price of Chinese cars in Russia will increase. reports news.ru, citing auto expert Igor Morzharetto. “The price increase can only happen if our government decides to increase the recycling fee many times over. But then it will greatly...

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The main condition for the increase in prices of Chinese cars was set at 12:40​

By ANIKA
July 11, 2024

If there is a multiple increase in the recycling fee, the price of Chinese cars in Russia will increase. reports news.ru, citing auto expert Igor Morzharetto.
“The price increase can only happen if our government decides to increase the recycling fee many times over. But then it will greatly undermine not only Chinese cars but also the entire car market,” Morzharetto said.
According to him, there is no reason why Chinese cars in Russia are rising in price today. On average, a car from China costs 3.5 million rubles.
It happened before that knownIt was stated that the cost of purchasing new and used cars for Russians in the first half of 2024 will be 6.93 billion rubles.
Russians spent only 37% of this amount (2.59 billion rubles) on new cars. The total market capacity in 2023 was 12.64 trillion rubles, but new cars accounted for only 27% of this amount, or 3.37 billion rubles.
Previously reportedThe Russian car market ranked fifth in terms of sales in Europe.





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AvtoVAZ tests new economical Lada Vesta 11:48 - Social Bites

Russian automaker AvtoVAZ is testing the Lada Vesta dual-fuel sedan. About this reports The general page of Avtograd News on the social network VKontakte. The car will be able to run on natural gas. It was noted that one of these sedans was photographed near the AvtoVAZ Scientific and Technical…

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AvtoVAZ tests new economical Lada Vesta 11:48​

By ANIKA
July 13, 2024

Russian automaker AvtoVAZ is testing the Lada Vesta dual-fuel sedan. About this reports The general page of Avtograd News on the social network VKontakte. The car will be able to run on natural gas.
It was noted that one of these sedans was photographed near the AvtoVAZ Scientific and Technical Center building in Tolyatti.
The car will be equipped with a 16-valve 1.6-liter gasoline engine producing 106 horsepower and a five-speed manual transmission. It will differ from the regular version of the Lada Vesta by the methane cylinder placed in the trunk and the nameplates on the trunk lid.
The pre-restaging dual-fuel Lada Vesta CNG was able to travel more than 1,000 km without refueling, and fuel costs were reduced by more than three times compared to the gasoline version. The specifications of the updated sedan were not disclosed. The new version should be presented in 2024.
Previously reportedHere’s what Lada Vesta owners have learned about installing a digital dashboard on their car.

 

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A retiree in St. Petersburg drives a Tesla electric car 13:40 - Social Bites

A 68-year-old retiree in St. Petersburg works as a taxi driver using a Tesla electric car. About this reports Telegram channel Baza. "Natalya Georgievna is an experienced driver. The woman is a mechanical engineer by education, has been working in a taxi for 32 years and loves her job. In…

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A retiree in St. Petersburg drives a Tesla electric car 13:40​

By ANIKA
July 13, 2024

A 68-year-old retiree in St. Petersburg works as a taxi driver using a Tesla electric car. About this reports Telegram channel Baza.
“Natalya Georgievna is an experienced driver. The woman is a mechanical engineer by education, has been working in a taxi for 32 years and loves her job. In the past, Natalya had different cars, from six to BMW, but her favorite thing was a Tesla, which she helped her children and grandchildren buy,” the message says.
According to the taxi driver, the Tesla is an economical car and there are no problems with charging it in St. Petersburg.
Before that, the All-Russian Public Opinion Research Center conducted a survey and I learnedThe majority of Russians (60%) find taxi travel too expensive and therefore prefer other means of transport.
Also, 66% of the respondents complained that the cost of taxi rides has become less attractive over the year. Also, 18% of Russians believe that public transport is more affordable than taxis. 12% of the respondents expressed doubts about the safety of taxi rides, and 11% complained about unpleasant taxi drivers.
It was there before named The most popular cars in taxis.





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Saratovet resident sells rare Soviet car for marriage 17:27 - Social Bites

A man in Saratov decided to sell his rare GAZ-21 Volga car and spend the money on his upcoming wedding. About this reports mk.ru. It is noted that the man inherited the car from his grandfather. Gray GAZ-21 Volga, produced in 1957, is sold for 100 thousand rubles. The car…

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Saratovet resident sells rare Soviet car for marriage 17:27​

By ANIKA
July 13, 2024

A man in Saratov decided to sell his rare GAZ-21 Volga car and spend the money on his upcoming wedding. About this reports mk.ru.
It is noted that the man inherited the car from his grandfather. Gray GAZ-21 Volga, produced in 1957, is sold for 100 thousand rubles.
The car has been in the garage for more than three years and needs restoration. In addition to the car, the Saratov resident also gives new upholstery, spare parts and a set of new tires.
It happened before that knownA rare targa-bodied Lamborghini Jalpa is set to be auctioned in the US.
Italian engineers, together with tuners from the Bertone studio, developed this model as a rival to the Porsche 911 and Ferrari. Only 410 of these machines were produced from 1981 to 1988. The copy to be auctioned is preserved in excellent condition.
The car is equipped with a 3.5-liter aluminum engine producing 255 hp, located in the rear of the body. The transmission is a five-speed manual. For more than 40 years, the car’s mileage was only 30 thousand km.
Previously reportedA rare truck is offered for sale in Russia.





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AvtoVAZ increased workers' wages 14:02 - Social Bites

Russian automaker AvtoVAZ is ready to pay workers almost 100 thousand rubles a month. reports Telegram channel "Auto Stream". AvtoVAZ has raised rates for blue-collar jobs - the company is already ready to pay even students up to 94 thousand rubles per month. The message states that overtime and...

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AvtoVAZ increased workers’ wages 14:02​

By ANIKA
July 13, 2024

Russian automaker AvtoVAZ is ready to pay workers almost 100 thousand rubles a month. reports Telegram channel “Auto Stream”.
AvtoVAZ has raised rates for blue-collar jobs – the company is already ready to pay even students up to 94 thousand rubles per month. The message states that overtime and the “welcome bonus” are excluded.
It is reported that leaflets about vacant positions in Togliatti were distributed directly on the streets and in crowded places.
It happened before that knownAvtoVAZ allowed the increase in the cost of Lada in August – September of this year.
According to a representative of AvtoVAZ, the company carefully analyzes the situation with inflation and does not rule out indexing prices by an amount not higher than inflation.
The company representative added that the indexation is unlikely to affect the brand’s basic and most affordable models. According to him, since the beginning of 2024, the increase in Lada’s price has averaged 2.9%, which is “significantly lower than the national inflation rate.”
AvtoVAZ started earlier Scale it was the new Lada.





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EXEED RX with automatic transmission is now available at Russian dealers

EXEED RX cross-coupe with automatic transmission has started to arrive at Russian dealers. In particular, the first batch of such cars arrived to the dealership centre

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EXEED RX with automatic transmission is now available at Russian dealers​

EXEED RX cross-coupe with automatic transmission has started to arrive at Russian dealers. In particular, the first batch of such cars arrived to the dealership centre "Sunrise Group Piskarevsky" in St. Petersburg, the company informed agency "AUTOSTAT". According to Sunrise Group's forecast, the new version of EXEED RX will help to increase the model's sales by 10 - 15%.
"Every month the number of requests for EXEED RX is growing, and the model's share in the brand's sales can grow up to 25%. The automatic transmission version will be an added advantage for the RX cross coupe. We believe that this version will be about 30% of the model's sales," said Mikhail Popov, Sales and Marketing Director of Sunrise Group.
At the moment EXEED RX 8AT is offered in the only Premium configuration costing 5 million 550 thousand rubles. Under the bonnet of the cross-coupe there is a 2-litre engine with an output of 249 hp (385 Nm), which works in combination with a new 8-speed automatic transmission produced by Aisin and an all-wheel drive system. Acceleration of EXEED RX 8AT to 100 km/h takes 8.6 seconds, fuel consumption in the mixed cycle is 8.5 litres per 100 km, according to the WLTP cycle. There are 7 driving modes available on the model, including both traditional Eco, Normal, Sport, and additional modes for specific road conditions: Snow, Mud, Sand and 4x4.
EXEED RX safety technologies include more than 20 ADAS systems including Adaptive Cruise Control, Collision Avoidance System, Traffic Jam Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Change Assistant and more.

 

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Changan CS95 New has received a winter package of options especially for Russia

The flagship crossover Changan CS95 New has received a winter package of options, designed specifically for the Russian market and harsh climatic conditions. The car is already available for order at dealers in updated configurations: DLX (4 million 229 thousand 900 rubles), Black Edition (4...

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Changan CS95 New has received a winter package of options especially for Russia​

The flagship crossover Changan CS95 New has received a winter package of options, designed specifically for the Russian market and harsh climatic conditions. The car is already available for order at dealers in updated configurations: DLX (4 million 229 thousand 900 rubles), Black Edition (4 million 229 thousand 900 rubles), Tech (4 million 309 thousand 900 rubles), as well as Tech Black Edition (4 million 379 thousand 900 rubles), reports the press service of the automaker.
The winter package for the crossover Changan CS95 New includes heated steering wheel, heated driver's seat, heated front passenger's seat, heated second row passenger seats and electrically heated windscreen. Also there was made adaptation of the car engine for cold climatic conditions and expanded adaptation of the multimedia system for Russia. Seven-seat crossover Changan CS95 New has received modified bumpers and new lighting equipment, expressed in a different design of headlights, parking and daytime running lights, as well as rear fog lamp, organically blended into the lower central part of the stern of the car. The massive radiator grille is presented in a new design variant with multi-faceted horizontal lines. In addition, the pattern of alloy wheels has changed, which received a combined colour and ten pointed spokes.
In the interior of the updated Changan CS95 steering wheel of fresh design and shape, as well as high-quality materials and a number of new decorative elements. The front seats have heating, ventilation and spot massage functions, as well as electric adjustments. Changan CS95 New full-size crossover is powered by a modified 226 up 2-litre turbo petrol engine that works in conjunction with an Aisin TG-82SC 8-range automatic transmission and BorgWarner's NexTrack all-wheel drive.

 

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Dealers have started sales of Russian-built Forthing T5 EVO crossovers

Russian-built Forthing T5 EVO crossovers at a new price of 2 million 600 thousand rubles have arrived at dealerships and have already found their first customers. Recall that the cost of this model has decreased by 890 thousand rubles due to increased production at the plant

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Dealers have started sales of Russian-built Forthing T5 EVO crossovers​

Russian-built Forthing T5 EVO crossovers at a new price of 2 million 600 thousand rubles have arrived at dealerships and have already found their first customers. Recall that the cost of this model has decreased by 890 thousand rubles due to increased production at the plant "Avtotor" in Kaliningrad. At the moment Forthing T5 EVO of Russian assembly is presented in the only IXEN configuration.
According to the press service of IXEN Motors Rus, Forthing T5 EVO crossovers produced in Russia are equipped with heated steering wheel and windscreen. In the cabin there is a single cluster of two screens with a fully russified multimedia system. Forthing T5 EVO crossover, which is developed on the modular architecture EMA, has the following dimensions: 4 565 mm in length, 1 860 mm in width and 1 690 mm in height with a wheelbase of 2 715 mm.
Under the bonnet of the Forthing T5 EVO there is a 1.5-litre turbo engine with an output of 197 hp, which works in combination with a 7-speed "robot" from the global manufacturer Magna. The crossover accelerates to 100 km/h in 9.5 sec. Its fuel consumption is 6.6 litres / 100 km in the mixed cycle.

 

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The first Exlantix showrooms are preparing to open in Russia

Premium electric car brand Exlantix has started forming an official dealer network in Russia. The company plans to sign the first dealer agreements in all key regions of the country in the near future, the press service of the automaker reports. At the first stage of Exlantix dealer network...

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The first Exlantix showrooms are preparing to open in Russia​

Premium electric car brand Exlantix has started forming an official dealer network in Russia. The company plans to sign the first dealer agreements in all key regions of the country in the near future, the press service of the automaker reports. At the first stage of Exlantix dealer network development, the centres will open their doors in such major cities as Moscow, St. Petersburg, Krasnodar, Sochi, Yekaterinburg, Novosibirsk, Kazan, Tyumen and Nizhny Novgorod.
The brand's official partners will offer customers a full list of services: from sales and maintenance to the installation of charging stations in owners' private homes. In the coming months, the first showrooms of Exlantix dealerships will open their doors to visitors. The service areas will have at least three service stations, a full complement of equipment and specialized tools. The Exlantix dealership network will provide the opportunity to quickly charge an electric car at its own charging station.
The first Exlantix model in the Russian market will be a four-door electric coupe ES. The Exlantix ES has a range of 530 kilometers thanks to CATL's powerful 82 kWh 800-volt lithium-ion battery of the latest generation. Using Fast Charge and Ultra Charge charging stations, the car can replenish the charge from 30 to 80% in just 15 minutes.

 

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The date of Russian premiere of Jetour X50 has been announced

Jetour brand will present a new compact crossover Jetour X50 at the Chinese Motor Show 2024, which will be held on 27 - 28 July in Moscow. Technical specifications, as well as equipment and the cost of the novelty in Russia will be announced closer to the start of sales, according to the press...

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The date of Russian premiere of Jetour X50 has been announced​

Jetour brand will present a new compact crossover Jetour X50 at the Chinese Motor Show 2024, which will be held on 27 - 28 July in Moscow. Technical specifications, as well as equipment and the cost of the novelty in Russia will be announced closer to the start of sales, according to the press service of Jetour Motor Rus. Jetour X50's exterior is distinguished by the swift lines of the grille, LED optics and alloy wheels. The equipment of the model, among other things, includes a multimedia system with a 10-inch display, wireless charging (50vt) for smartphone, support for Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
It should be noted that all Jetour X50 cars intended for the Russian market will undergo a comprehensive adaptation, including galvanized bodywork, a package of warm options, increased volume of the windscreen washer tank. As previously reported "AUTOSTAT", in autumn this year in our country will appear two new products - a compact crossover Jetour X50 and mid-size X70, and in 2025, the Russian lineup of the brand should be replenished with all-wheel drive Jetour T1 SUV. Recall that today the Jetour model range is represented in Russia by the flagship crossover X90 Plus, compact Dashing and mid-size X70 Plus, as well as all-wheel drive Jetour T2 SUV.
According to the results of the first half of 2024, 14463 Jetour cars were sold in the Russian car market. As a result, Jetour ranked eighth in sales among all carmakers in Russia, and the market share of the brand was 2%. This is reported by the experts of AUTOSTAT agency with reference to the data of JSC PIC* and taking into account its own segmentation.
* JSC "PIC" ("Passport Industrial Consulting") is a joint venture of JSC "E-Passport" and LLC "AUTOSTAT".

 

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The market of used luxury cars fell by 3% in the first half of year

According to AUTOSTAT agency, in January-June 2024, Russian residents purchased 1,055 used cars in the Luxury segment. This is 3% less than in the first half of 2023 (1,089 vehicles). At the same time, Bentley brand accounted for more than 40% of the volume of the secondary market of luxury...

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The market of used luxury cars fell by 3% in the first half of year​

According to AUTOSTAT agency, in January-June 2024, Russian residents purchased 1,055 used cars in the Luxury segment. This is 3% less than in the first half of 2023 (1,089 vehicles). At the same time, Bentley brand accounted for more than 40% of the volume of the secondary market of luxury cars, which is 431 vehicles.
Used Rolls-Royce cars were bought in the amount of 190 vehicles. In addition, 181 Maserati cars and 139 Lamborghini cars changed their owners during six months. Also 77 used Ferrari cars and 37 Aston Martin cars were purchased. Bentley Continental GT (204 vehicles) holds the leadership among the models of Luxury segment in the "secondary" market, which in January-June 2024 owns about 20% of the total volume. In second place is Bentley Bentayga (106 vehicles), in third place is Bentley Continental Flying Spur (97 vehicles). Maserati Levante and Lamborghini Urus (91 and 88 vehicles, respectively) are also in the top 5.
According to the results of June 2024, the market of luxury used cars remained almost at the level of the same month last year. Thus, in early summer Russians bought 207 such cars, which is only 1 car less than in June 2023.

AUTOSTAT
Source: www.autostat.ru
Tags: automotive market, used cars, sales, russia, luxury segment

 

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Production start date for the Atom electric car became known

The exact terms of start of production of Atom electric car - July 2025 - have become known. This is reported by the portal

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Production start date for the Atom electric car became known​

The exact terms of start of production of Atom electric car - July 2025 - have become known. This is reported by the portal "AvtoVzglyad" with reference to the document of Ministry of Economic Development. Together with the basic version of the model costing from 3.3 million rubles, two variants for taxis will be available (for 3.1 million and 3.3 million rubles), and for 3.2 million rubles will offer a car for carsharing. The standard Atom will have a 199 hp electric engine, a 77 kWh battery and rear-wheel drive, while the taxi and carshare versions will have their power reduced to 149 hp and their top speed limited to 130 km/h (the regular version has a limit of 170 km/h).
Cars for taxis and carsharing will be able to support third-party software, get special interior trim and even increased legroom. The electric car has the following dimensions: 3,995 mm in length, 1,780 mm in width and 1,615 mm in height. Turning radius is 4.9 m, ground clearance is 170 mm. At the start of production in 2025, Atom electric car will be equipped with automatic driver assistance system of the second level (ADAS 2+) with 18 functions, including autonomous parking system, lane keeping, adaptive cruise control, emergency braking.
It is planned that by 2027 the electric car will move to the third level, when a human needs to be even less involved in driving. In the long term, the Atom could become completely unmanned.

 

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BelGee plant started production of Geely Emgrand sedan

The plant

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BelGee plant started production of Geely Emgrand sedan​

The plant "BelGee" has started production of the sedan Geely Emgrand, previously supplied to the markets of Belarus and Russia from China. According to the portal Quto.ru, the model is made by SKD assembly. Most likely, the cars will soon be offered under the Belgee brand. Recall that the top version of "Emgrand" is entitled to a bundle of 1.5-litre petrol engine with 122 hp and 6-speed automatic transmission, although the most affordable versions are equipped with a 5-speed manual transmission.
In the basic configuration Standart sedan Geely Emgrand is available at a price from 2 million 009 thousand 990 rubles - this is the level of the top, but similar by equipment to LADA Vesta. The basic equipment of the model, among other things, includes airbags, stabilization system, air conditioning and 8-inch touchscreen media system. Currently the Belgee brand is represented in the Russian market by a compact crossover X50, and soon it will be supplemented by a new mid-size crossover X70.
Belgee cars are produced at the BelGee plant in Belarus and are localized versions of Geely models. Recall, the exclusive distributor of the Belgee brand in Russia since 1 July 2024 became the company "Slava Motors Rus". As noted, thanks to the simplification of logistics chains, "Slava Motors Rus" will ensure the availability of spare parts and consumables necessary for timely service.

 

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Used cars have become 4.5% cheaper for six months

At the end of June 2024, the average price* of a used car in our country was 1 million 552 thousand rubles, which is 4.5% less than six months ago. Such data were obtained by the experts of agency

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Used cars have become 4.5% cheaper for six months​

At the end of June 2024, the average price* of a used car in our country was 1 million 552 thousand rubles, which is 4.5% less than six months ago. Such data were obtained by the experts of agency "AUTOSTAT" within the framework of preparation of the review "Monitoring of prices in the secondary market". Thus, at the end of December 2023, the average price of a used car was at 1 million 625 thousand rubles. Thus, it has decreased by 73 thousand rubles or 4.5% for six months.
Azat Timerkhanov, head of the press service of "AUTOSTAT" agency, notes that used cars in our country are getting cheaper for the fourth month in a row, i.e. since March. For example, in June they became cheaper by 14 thousand Rubles (-0.9%) in compare with May. However, if we compare the current result with the one a year ago (1 million 471 thousand rubles - in June 2023), there is an increase in the price of used cars. For the year, it amounted to 81 thousand rubles, which is equivalent to 5.5%.
* Calculated on the basis of monitoring of offers for sale of passenger cars in the secondary market (excluding sales volumes).