China auto output and sales up to 2.1 million in Q1

Data released by China Automobile Industry Association recently showed China auto output and sales in the first quarter of this year were 2.1928 million and 2.1237 million, a year-on-year increase of 22.57% and 22.17%.

Data showed that auto output and sales in March were 853,800 vehicles and 847,200 vehicles, increased 48.82% and 52.20% than previous month, an increase of 16.16% and 17.03% year on year. Commercial vehicle growth was significantly higher than that of passenger cars. Top 3 automobile manufacturers were SAIC, FAW, Dongfeng, Top 3 brands were Santana, Jetta and Excelle.

Sales of the top 10 enterprises are: SAIC, FAW, Dongfeng, Chang'an, Beijing Auto, Guangzhou Motors, Chery, Hafei, Brilliance and Geely. Compared with the same period last year, Chang'an and Beijing Auto showed a slight decrease and other enterprises maintained steady growth, particular Brilliance. Top 10 brands were Santana, Excelle, Jetta, Camry, Xiali, QQ, family, Elantra, Accord and Passat linyu.