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China’s demand for foreign luxury cars is fading as buyers shift to cheaper local models with strong tech, pressuring European brands. BYD now outsells Volkswagen after sharp EV and hybrid price cuts.

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00:00It's Benzinga, bringing Wall Street to Main Street.
00:03Chinese demand for foreign luxury cars is weakening as buyers shift toward lower-priced
00:07Chinese models that offer advanced electronics and comfort, pressuring European automakers
00:12in the world's largest auto market, according to AP. Analysts cited China's property downturn,
00:18slower economic growth, and government trade-in subsidies for electric and plug-in hybrid
00:23vehicles as key factors. S&P Global Ratings said premium vehicles priced above $42,000
00:29fell to 13% of total sales in the first nine months of 2025, down from 15% in 2023.
00:37Chinese brands captured nearly 70% of passenger car sales, while German brands held 12%.
00:42BD has surpassed Volkswagen as China's largest car seller and leads new energy vehicle sales
00:48this year after cutting electric and plug-in hybrid prices by up to 34%, intensifying pressure
00:54on rivals. For all things money, visit Benzinga.com.
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