Mei Ri Jing Ji Xin Wen·2025-09-12 09:11Core Viewpoint - The competition in the A-class sedan market is intensifying as major brands, including Nissan and Toyota, are significantly reducing prices to attract consumers, with models like the Nissan Sylphy dropping below 60,000 yuan [1][2][11]. Price Reductions - The 2024 Nissan Sylphy 1.6L Comfort version has a bare price of 59,800 yuan, which is 21,000 yuan lower than its guide price of 79,900 yuan [1]. - Other brands are also following suit, with the Volkswagen Lavida priced at 73,000 yuan after a cash discount of around 15,000 yuan, and the Toyota Corolla seeing a price drop of 39,000 to 41,000 yuan [2]. Market Dynamics - The A-class sedan market is experiencing a shift, with the sales of domestic brands like BYD's Qin PLUS gaining traction, capturing significant market share from traditional joint ventures [8][10]. - In the first eight months of the year, the sales rankings show that only the Sylphy, Lavida, and Sagitar remain competitive among joint venture brands, while domestic models occupy the majority of the top ten spots [7][8]. Sales Trends - The total market size for A-class sedans has decreased from 5.5 million units in 2020 to 3.4 million units in 2024, a reduction of over 200,000 units [11][12]. - Despite the decline, A-class sedans still represent the highest sales segment in the domestic car market, accounting for 36% of total car sales in the first seven months of the year [13]. Consumer Preferences - Consumers are increasingly comparing traditional models with new energy vehicles, indicating a shift in purchasing behavior towards more cost-effective and technologically advanced options [10]. - The market is seeing a growing preference for new energy vehicles, which accounted for 43% of A-class car sales in August, while the share of fuel-powered A-class cars has dropped significantly [10][12].