Chinese automotive brands have dramatically increased sales of plug-in hybrids in Europe and took almost 30% of this segment in March 2026. Bloomberg writes about this, citing data from Dataforce analysts.
Sales of such cars increased more than four times compared to the same period last year.
In total, Chinese cars took 9.4% of the European market in March. Sales almost doubled year-on-year to 140,094 units.
BYD was the main driver of growth, in particular thanks to its Seal U and Atto 2 models. High demand was also recorded for plug-in hybrids from Chery, including Jaecoo and Omoda.
The popularity of Chinese cars is attributed to lower prices and a focus on technology. The EU’s duties on Chinese-made electric vehicles did not stop the growth of their market share.
European manufacturers are simultaneously facing declining sales in China and rising costs due to US trade restrictions. This is increasing competition in their main market.
Chinese companies are also considering localising production in Europe. In particular, Stellantis is in talks with Dongfeng about joint production, and Xpeng plans to expand its production capacity outside of China from 2026.
In the UK, the Jaecoo 7 model became the best-selling car of the month for the first time, ahead of the Ford Puma and Nissan Qashqai.
China increases exports of electric vehicles and hybrids by almost 140% amid rising oil prices
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