Chinese Brands Grab One in 10 New Car Sales in Europe as EV Push Accelerates
Stellantis, with brands like Peugeot, Citroën, Opel, and Fiat, operates in the same affordable car segments targeted by Chinese entrants. The 10% share grab by Chinese brands in May signals growing threat to Stellantis's European market position.
- ▼ Chinese brands took 10% of the European new car market in May, with budget EVs directly rivaling Stellantis offerings
- ▲ Stellantis's cost-cutting platform sharing may enable competitive pricing responses
- ▲ EU tariffs could slow Chinese gains
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Which Stellantis brands are most at risk?
Peugeot and Citroën in France, and Opel in Germany, face the most direct competition from Chinese EVs like the BYD Dolphin and MG4, which offer more range and features at similar price points.
What is Stellantis doing to counter the Chinese threat?
Stellantis is accelerating its own EV plans under the 'Dare Forward 2030' strategy, targeting 100% EV sales in Europe by 2030. It has also partnered with Chinese battery maker CATL to secure supply chains.