Group 1 - The used car market in China saw a transaction volume of 9.57 million units in the first half of the year, representing a year-on-year growth of 1.99%. The total annual transaction volume is expected to reach 20.5 million units, with a projected growth rate of 4%-5% [1] - Despite the increase in transaction volume, the average transaction price for used cars decreased by 12.3% year-on-year, indicating a trend of rising volume but falling prices [1] - The proportion of used car dealers facing losses increased to 73.6% in the first half of the year, highlighting the challenging operating environment for businesses in the sector [1] - The average inventory cycle for used cars extended to 43 days, with 35.6% of companies experiencing inventory cycles exceeding 30 days, indicating growing inventory pressure [1] - The average customer acquisition cost rose to 6,200 yuan, while the average profit per transaction was only 1,500 yuan, reflecting high costs and low margins in the market [1] - Intense competition exists in the market, with major used car platforms having similar business models, leading to price wars as the primary means of competition [1] Group 2 - In the first half of 2025, the proportion of new energy vehicles in the used car transaction market was only 5.3%, significantly lower than that of traditional fuel vehicles [2] - The low market share of new energy vehicles is attributed to their relatively small ownership compared to fuel vehicles and the fact that many are still new cars not yet entering the used market [2] - The average three-year residual value for new energy vehicles is only 43%, compared to 62% for fuel vehicles, indicating lower value retention [2] - Traditional used car platforms are inadequately prepared for the valuation, inspection, and after-sales service of new energy vehicles, contributing to the small market size [2] - Despite the challenges, the transaction volume of new energy used cars is showing a trend of rapid growth [2]

Market Overview - In May 2025, the national used car market saw a transaction volume of 1.6039 million units, a month-on-month decrease of 5.72% but a year-on-year increase of 1.22%, with a transaction value of 102.962 billion yuan [3] - From January to May 2025, the cumulative transaction volume reached 7.9126 million units, a year-on-year growth of 0.62%, with a cumulative transaction value of 516.399 billion yuan [3] Weekly Analysis - From June 16 to 22, 2025, the used car market continued to show signs of recovery, with an average daily transaction volume of 65,900 units, a month-on-month increase of 1.95% [5] - The estimated total transaction volume for June is approximately 1.57 million units, indicating a slight decline of 2.6% compared to the same period in May [5] Segment Market Changes - In May 2025, the transaction volume for basic passenger cars was 902,600 units, down 5.94% month-on-month and down 1.82% year-on-year [7] - The SUV segment saw 209,500 units traded, a month-on-month decrease of 7.12% and a year-on-year decrease of 0.23% [7][8] - The MPV segment recorded 104,300 units, with a month-on-month decrease of 5.77% but a year-on-year increase of 6.10% [8] Price Analysis - The average transaction price of used cars in May 2025 was 64,400 yuan, a decrease of 400 yuan from April and a decrease of 200 yuan year-on-year [25] - The largest market share was for vehicles priced below 30,000 yuan, accounting for 32.4% of transactions, although this was a decrease of 0.4 percentage points from the previous month [23] Regional Performance - In May 2025, all six major regions experienced varying degrees of decline in transaction volumes, with the Southwest and Northwest regions showing the most significant drops [27] - The East China region recorded a transaction volume of 458,000 units, down 5.34% month-on-month [27] New Energy Used Cars - In May 2025, the transaction volume of new energy used cars reached 121,000 units, a month-on-month increase of 2.7% and a year-on-year increase of 41.1% [31] - From January to May 2025, the cumulative transaction volume of new energy used cars was 545,300 units, a year-on-year increase of 29.7% [31] Flow Analysis - The used car transfer rate in May 2025 was 29.76%, a month-on-month decrease of 0.32 percentage points but a year-on-year increase of 1.06 percentage points [37] - The total transfer volume was 476,900 units, a month-on-month decrease of 6.72% but a year-on-year increase of 4.96% [37] Dealer Insights - The top five provinces by transfer rate in May 2025 were Beijing (35.20%), Hebei (32.75%), Guangdong (32.46%), Zhejiang (32.25%), and Shanghai (31.63%) [46] - Dealers showed a preference for "premium cars" that can quickly deplete inventory and "old cars" with stable prices [61]

Core Viewpoint - The second-hand market for electric vehicles in China is experiencing significant price declines, particularly for popular brands like Xiaomi, Tesla, and BYD, due to increased supply and various market pressures [1][2][4]. Group 1: Market Trends - The production of new energy vehicles in China surpassed 4.4 million units from January to April, with a market penetration rate of 43%, leading to an increase in second-hand vehicle supply [1]. - In May, several models, including those from Tesla and BYD, saw notable price drops in the second-hand market, indicating a "price collapse" phenomenon [1][2]. Group 2: Specific Brand Analysis - Xiaomi's SU7 Ultra saw its second-hand price drop from 50.33 million yuan to 48.33 million yuan, with reports of a 6,000 yuan price difference due to a wave of cancellations and promotional activities [2][3]. - Tesla's Model 3 experienced a "cliff-like" price drop, with prices for nearly new models falling to 18.5 million yuan from over 25 million yuan, reflecting a cumulative price reduction of over 50,000 yuan [6]. Group 3: Market Dynamics - The depreciation of second-hand electric vehicles is exacerbated by rapid technological advancements, leading to older models becoming outdated quickly [8]. - The second-hand market is seeing a shift in acquisition strategies, with dealers prioritizing mainstream brands and rejecting vehicles with battery health below 85% [6][8]. Group 4: Export Market - The export of second-hand vehicles, particularly to the Middle East, has increased, with 436,000 units exported in 2024, a 46.5% year-on-year growth, but high-end electric vehicles still face challenges due to domestic inventory and limited overseas demand [8].