Recently, the news of Santana's suspension of production has aroused widespread concern among netizens. After all, the "Poussin" who once grew up with a generation is not only a model, but also the memory and deep feelings of a generation. In 1997, a Santana 2000 cost nearly 200,000, which was almost enough to buy a two-bedroom apartment in Beijing. However, with the change of the times, this classic model will also withdraw from the stage of history.
In fact, not only this model, the car market has come to a "new intersection" of electrification and intelligence, and major brands are re-inventorying the "elite soldiers" under their hands. This year, in addition to santana, these models will also say "bye-bye" to the Chinese market.
SAIC Volkswagen Santana
Last year, when there were media reports on Santana's suspension of production, SAIC Volkswagen also came forward to refute the rumors, and this year, this classic model will officially "retire". In the economic sedan market, Santana has always been a typical sales star, and at present, the cumulative sales of this model have exceeded 6 million. But as the car market competition evolved to a new level, Santana's "hot selling spell" began to gradually fail.
Since 2020, Santana's sales have been declining, has fallen below 200,000 vehicles, in 2021, sales continue to decline, only 137,000 vehicles, in the first two months of this year, the average monthly wholesale sales of only 6,000 or 7,000 vehicles. It's a stark contrast to the highlights of yesteryear. Of course, this is inseparable from multiple elements such as the old model platform, insufficient intelligence and weak power. It is reported that the models discontinued with Santana also include Santana Horner, Xinrui and Xindong.
Import BMW X5
Recently, the pictures of the domestic BMW X5L have been exposed a lot, and the sales volume of the new car listing has been basically finalized, and it is expected to be listed in April this year. This model is also one of the most focused SUV models at present. Especially after the exposure of various parameters of the domestic BMW X5L, the expectations of fans have been further improved. Now, for many fans, they are "rubbing their fists" and other prices. However, with the official debut of the domestic BMW X5L, the imported BMW X5 will stop at the domestic market, just like the BMW 3 Series, no longer imported version of the BMW 3 Series.
Mitsubishi Pajero
Even at present, the name "Bobcat" is still loud in off-road circles. This classic off-road model has been sold in the European and American markets "Changhong", occupying a large market share. In the Chinese market, it has also been highly sought after, excellent mechanical quality, excellent off-road performance, and affordable price, making it the first choice for off-road fans. However, with the development of the times, Pajero began to "fall behind", the problem gradually became prominent, the engine temperature, high fuel consumption, as well as the appearance and configuration, have become the new car forward. Moreover, the new car has not been replaced, and Mitsubishi has decided to close the production plant of Pajero, and Pajero will officially withdraw from the stage of history.
BYD F3
At present, bydir F3 is already in a state of suspension of production and on sale. At that time, this model had made a "great contribution" for BYD in the era of fuel vehicles, properly responsible for sales, and also competed with jetta in sales. However, in the era of electrification, BYD is "galloping" in the market with its profound technical skills, and its sales continue to refresh the record. And this veteran will also be officially "discharged" in the new wave, and is doing the final clearance processing.
Ghost Bucket Car View: The automotive era is constantly evolving, and major car brands are adjusting their product strategies. Discontinuation of some models that have been derailed from the times. But these models are once "sought-after goods" on the market. But now it will also say goodbye to the market. In this regard, what do fans think, which model do you most nostalgic for, leave a message.