introduction
In May 2023, the domestic passenger car market showed a strong sales momentum, and the performance of various models in the top 20 sedan sales list was quite eye-catching. According to the data, retail sales in the sedan market increased by 21.2% year-on-year and 9.2% month-on-month to 851,000 units. In this highly competitive market, each model is striving to make a splash and win glory and market share for its brand. Below, we'll focus on the top 20 best-selling sedan models in May and see how they fared in the market.
Sales champion: Nissan Sylphy
With its excellent quality and good reputation, Nissan Sylphy broke through the sales mark of 30,000 units for the first time in May this year, and won the championship of sedan sales with 35,396 units. Compared to the same period last year, sales increased by 33.1%, which shows that consumers highly recognize and love Nissan Sylphy. As a classic family sedan, Nissan Sylphy has always had a stable position in the market competition.
Runner-up and runner-up: BYD Qin PLUSDM-i and BYD Dolphin
BYD's second- and third-ranked models also sold well in May. BYD Qin PLUSDM-i ranked second with sales of 32,071 units, with steady sales growth for three consecutive months, and its performance was remarkable. BYD Dolphin ranked third with sales of 29,081 units, and its sales volume remained above 29,000 units for two consecutive months, ranking at the forefront of sales. These two models show the strength of the BYD brand in the market.
Consistent performance: Volkswagen Lavida and Aion AionS
Volkswagen Lavida ranked fourth with 25,326 units sold, showing steady sales momentum in May. The Aion AionS followed closely behind with 24,233 units sold, ranking fifth, demonstrating the strength and competitiveness of its own brand models. The sales performance of these two models further strengthened their position in the market.
Midsize car sales champion: Toyota Camry
In the mid-size car market, the Toyota Camry won the sales championship in May with 19,762 units sold. As a mid-size luxury sedan loved by consumers, Toyota Camry's sales have been growing steadily, and this sales champion further verifies its market influence and competitiveness.
Performance of joint venture compact cars: Toyota Corolla, Volkswagen Bora and Buick Veran
Toyota Corolla ranked ninth with 17,080 units sold, Volkswagen Bora ranked eighteenth with 12,277 units sold, and Buick Veran ranked twentieth with 11,842 units sold. These three joint venture compact cars have their own characteristics, and their sales are stable, which has been favored by the majority of consumers.
Medium and large car sales champion: Mercedes-Benz E-Class
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class won the sales championship of medium and large cars in May with 14,600 units. As a luxury medium and large sedan, Mercedes-Benz E-Class pays attention to quality and details, not only has strong power performance, but also takes into account luxury and comfort, which has been highly recognized by consumers.
The best of the luxury midsize cars: the BMW 3 Series and the Mercedes C-Class
The BMW 3 Series topped the luxury midsize car sales with 14,009 units sold. The BMW 3 Series has always been known for its excellent dynamic performance and excellent driving experience, and the steady growth in sales is further proof of its brand appeal. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class ranked 19th with 11,929 units sold, also demonstrating the competitiveness and popularity of German luxury mid-size cars.
The leaders of domestic fuel cars: Changan Yidong and Geely Emgrand
Changan Yidong ranked twelfth with 14,431 units sold, and Geely Emgrand ranked seventeenth with 12,573 units sold. These two domestic fuel cars have performed well in the market, and have won the favor of consumers by virtue of their reliability and cost performance.
New launch model: Wuling Binguo
Wuling Binguo, which was launched in March, sold 14,164 units in May, ranking 13th on the sales list, performing well. As a young city car, Wuling Binguo pays attention to fashion design and intelligent technology, and is welcomed and sought after by young consumers.
epilogue
The May 2023 car sales rankings show how competitive different brands and different classes of sedans are in the market. By continuously improving product quality, meeting consumer needs and innovating marketing strategies, each model has continuously expanded its market share and won the recognition and support of consumers. With the continuous development of the automobile market and the intensification of competition, car companies need to continue to improve their product research and development strength and service quality in order to win the market competition. In the future, we can expect more excellent sedan models to emerge in the sales list, bringing more choices and surprises to consumers.