Lavida reigns supreme once again, followed closely by Sylphy - the February gasoline sedan market data is out! Despite the astonishing 49.5% penetration rate of new energy vehicles, joint venture gasoline vehicles continue to exhibit robust vitality, dominating the top five sales positions! Domestic brands are not far behind, with Dihao, Xingrui, and Changan Eado making a strong showing in the top ten, demonstrating the enduring resilience of domestic gasoline cars.

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The "Final Frenzy" of Joint Venture Brands

German brands dominate, and this is an indisputable fact! Leveraging mature product strength and the Volkswagen brand effect, Lavida defends its championship title with monthly sales hovering around 20,000 units, a stark contrast to the 30,000 to 40,000 units sold just a few years ago. Bluntly put, the entire gasoline car market is contracting.

Sylphy trails closely behind with approximately 18,000 units sold. Nissan's "old and new coexist" strategy seems to be working - the classic model's price starting at just 69,800 yuan is undeniably attractive, making it an irresistible "true bargain" for budget-conscious consumers. However, the question remains: how long can this low-price strategy sustain?

Sagitar, Passat, and Magotan - the German trio maintains a close pursuit. Passat retains its crown as the sales leader in the mid-size car segment with nearly 15,000 units sold, backed by its L2++ intelligent driving system and reliable EA888 engine. This level of maturity is reassuring indeed!

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The "Breakout Battle" of Domestic Cars

Dihao ranks sixth, truly an unexpected dark horse! With monthly sales nearing 15,000 units, what's behind its success? A limited-time discount price of just 48,900 yuan! In the A-class car segment, this price is nothing short of a "steal". Recall when joint venture A-class cars cost over 100,000 yuan, and now domestic cars dare to sell for just over 50,000 yuan. This price war is fierce indeed.

As Geely's "second brother," Xingrui's seventh-place ranking is also commendable. Relying on the CMA architecture and Volvo Drive-E engine, Geely Xingrui's positioning as a "domestic high-end gasoline car" still holds sway in the market - not everyone is ready to switch to new energy vehicles just yet.

Changan Eado ranks eighth with monthly sales exceeding 10,000 units. Frankly, this achievement is quite impressive in the current market. Leveraging L2-level assisted driving and intelligent connected systems, Changan has positioned Eado as the go-to car for young people, especially popular in third- and fourth-tier cities. Remember a decade ago when domestic cars were virtually invisible in the sedan market? Now, three domestic models in the top ten represent a qualitative leap!

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Survival Rules in the Gasoline Car Market

The gasoline car market is shrinking, and this is an undeniable fact. Estimates suggest that gasoline car sales will decline by 14%-15% year-on-year in 2025, with market share dropping to 40%-45%. Amidst this backdrop, automakers' response strategies vary greatly.

German brands rely on technological iteration. Lavida maintains market competitiveness through configuration upgrades (like the addition of a 360-degree panoramic camera), while Volkswagen's mature EA211 engine + 6AT transmission combination keeps costs down. This steady and pragmatic approach is quintessential German engineering.

Japanese brands face tough times - Sylphy relies on low prices for older models to stay afloat, while Corolla sales have plummeted by more than 50% year-on-year. This steep decline indicates that Japanese economical gasoline cars are rapidly losing market share.

Domestic gasoline cars adopt a two-pronged strategy: engaging in fierce price wars (Dihao offers discounts of up to 10,000 yuan) while strengthening technological upgrades (Xingrui boasts a high-strength steel ratio of 70%). However, this dual-track approach poses significant profit pressure in the long run.

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Future Trends: The "Last Dawn" of Gasoline Cars?

Let's be honest, the squeeze on the gasoline car market is undeniable. Among users under 30 years old, 43% have opted for new energy vehicles, and the age profile of gasoline car users is indeed aging. But are gasoline cars on the verge of extinction? Far from it!

In the short term, the decline in gasoline car prices (like the Sylphy Classic entering the 70,000 yuan range) may slow down the pace of elimination. Joint venture brands are also accelerating their transition to hybridization, with mature hybrid systems like Toyota THS and Honda i-MMD potentially serving as "lifelines" for gasoline cars.

The breakthrough path for domestic gasoline cars may lie in technological differentiation and channel expansion, especially in third- and fourth-tier cities where joint venture brands are not fully established. Domestic gasoline cars still hold immense potential for growth in these markets.

However, in the long run, automakers must strike a balance between gasoline car profits and new energy R&D investment, much like Volkswagen, which is accelerating the electrification of its ID. series. While gasoline cars may not disappear overnight, the ceiling for growth is becoming increasingly evident.

What are your thoughts on the future of the gasoline car market? Will you stick with gasoline cars, or are you already making the switch to new energy vehicles? We welcome your comments and insights!