Chinese cars seek to expand in Argentina and already compete with prices that start at US $20,000

In a context of accelerated transformation of Argentine automotive marketthe Chinese brands They try to grow in the Argentine market. Promoted by tax benefits, competitive prices and an offer focused on hybrid and electric models, At least four new brands (Among them Byd, leapmotor, mg and lynk & co) They started officially operating in the country in recent months.

These signatures are added to a growing list of manufacturers of the Asian giant who see in Argentina a strategic opportunity, with vehicles that promise more technology, lower consumption and prices up to 30% below of its competitors. The landing occurs in parallel to a sustained increase in sales in the country and in which Chinese brands have among all a participation that already reaches the 1.2% of the marketwith expectations of continuing to grow in the remainder of the year.

In recent months, at least four important Chinese automotive began to operate officially in Argentina:

Byd: Global leader in EV, plans to launch the Seagull, Dolphin and Song Pro Phev at the end of 2025after importing 1,300 units without taxes.

LEAPMOTOR: belonging to the group Stellantis, The brand enters with two electric and compact hybrids (C10 and B10 models)seeking to take tariff advantages.

Mg: adds with the Mg3 hybrid, electric mg4 and zs both hybrid and electric.

Lynk & Co: Premium brand of Geelyarrives with the models 02 and 06highlighting connectivity and modern design.

Meanwhile, BAIC, Foton Chery, DFSK, Jac, Skywell, Maxus, Changan, Jetour, Dongfeng, Jmev, Gac and Shineray, They are other brands that have already been operating in the country.

Models offered by Chinese brands and estimated prices

Byd

• Seagull (compact EV): US $ 20,000 input, up to US $ 24,000 versions of greater autonomy.
• Dolphin: will be around US $21,000
• Song Pro Phev: estimated at US $23,000

LEAPMOTOR

• C10 and B10 models (EV and hybrid): screen 14,6 “and digital box. Price not yet confirmed, but They enter without tariffs.

Mg

• Multiformate: Mg3, mg4 (electric), hybrid/electric zs. No prices still informed, but part of the quota of 33,000 units.

Lynk & Co

• 02 and 06: with premium design, customization and technology taken from Volvo. Prices to announce.

Chinese brands against traditional brands

Traditional versus fuel price

He SEAGULL EV (US $20,000) competes directly with basic gas cars that are around US $30,000, offering electrification at a lower cost.

He Song Pro Phev (U $ S23,000) Faces medium -nafteros type SUVs (US $ 30,000 – U $ S40,000), offering more autonomy and tax facilities.

The new Chinese models promote large digital screens, advanced connectivity, ADAS and good battery capacity as standard.

In addition, electrified vehicles are imported with zero tariff under decree, allowing competitive prices. Byd Plan to stock up from Brazil In 2026, reducing logistics costs and ensuring post -sales.

Argentina already has 17 Chinese brands33,000 units awarded without tariffs, and more on the way. Chinese cars represent a direct threat to traditional brands with more expensive and less equipped vehicles. Doubts persist about technical service and spare parts, a critical link in the purchase decision.

Chinese brand participation in the Argentine automotive market

During the year 2025, Chinese brands continue to gain ground in the Argentine automotive market. According to the available data, together they add up 3,775 units sold, representing 1.2% of the total market.

The brand with the highest sales volume is BAICwhich leads with 1,319 units, reaching a 0.4%participation. They follow him HAVAL with 487 units (0.2%), and Chery with 382 units (0.1%).

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Other brands such as Foton, DFSK, Jac and Jetour They also maintain a presence, with similar figures, all in the order of 0.1%. Below on the list they appear Kyc, Shineray, Great Wall and Dlaywith minor volumes and participations below 0.1%.

Although its presence is still reduced compared to leading brands, Chinese automotive show a progressive advance in specific segments, particularly in SUVs and utilitarians. As the supply of models expands and post -sales networks are consolidated, their participation could increase in the next quarters.