A Chinese crossover may look good today, but become a problem tomorrow. The China Motors article contains three models whose liquidity raises questions, real figures for the price drop and recommendations on which Chinese SUVs hold their value better

Chinese crossovers have long ceased to be “disposable cars”: they offer rich equipment, modern design and reasonable prices. However, it is during resale that many owners are faced with an unpleasant surprise - the car hangs in ads for weeks, and buyers demand a serious discount. In this article, we will analyze three models whose liquidity raises questions on the Russian secondary market, and explain how China Motors helps to avoid expensive mistakes when choosing a car from China.

Why liquidity is more important than “wow” package

In the first year, a Chinese crossover on average loses 25–40% of its value, in three years - up to 50% or more, while comparable Japanese and European models usually fall within a smaller range. The reasons are clear: aggressive dumping of new cars, frequent changes in the model range, withdrawal of certain brands and models from the market, as well as the cautious attitude of buyers towards little-known brands.

In essence, the future owner of a used car evaluates not only the equipment, but also the answers to simple questions: where to service the car in three years, how much spare parts cost, whether there will be problems with the sale and how clear the brand is on the market. That is why choosing a crossover “based on the picture” without analyzing liquidity can result in serious debts upon resale.

Factor No. 1: model leaving the market

The biggest blow to liquidity is the model’s departure from the primary market. As soon as a car disappears from the distributor's website or official price lists, its residual value begins to decline faster than usual.

This happens because:

• the recognition of the model among new buyers is falling;

• the motivation of dealers to actively support the service of this particular version is reduced;

• there is uncertainty regarding the timing and price of delivery of original parts.

Therefore, any crossovers that are officially discontinued from sale and do not have a mass fleet of vehicles automatically fall into the “risk zone” in terms of liquidity.

Top 3 crossovers with increased illiquidity risk

1. BAIC X35 and BAIC X7

According to industry media reports, BAIC X35 and X7 left the Russian distributor’s website by 2026 - the models disappeared from the current catalog and were no longer promoted as new. At the same time, initially the demand for them was limited: cars were less common on the market than the mass-produced Haval, Geely or Chery, and there were few independent reviews from owners.

In such a situation, a potential buyer of a three- to five-year-old BAIC X35/X7 includes the risk of service and resale in the price. As a result, the owner is faced with a long sales period and tough bargaining - the price may turn out to be noticeably lower than expected.

China Motors' recommendation: it makes sense to consider the BAIC X35/X7 only with a serious discount relative to more liquid classmates and with the expectation of long-term ownership. If you plan to change your car in 2-3 years, we recommend paying attention to more mass-produced models with clear liquidity.

2. Bestune T55 and T77

Bestune T55 and T77 tried to occupy the niche of compact and mid-size SUVs, but did not have time to form a large fleet of cars and a stable dealer network. In 2026, these models were withdrawn from sale and sold from stock, which significantly worsened the prospects of owners in the secondary market.

A rare brand, a shortened line and a limited number of used ads lead to the fact that the buyer prefers to overpay for the more famous Haval Jolion, Chery Tiggo 7 Pro or Geely Coolray - they have more reviews, clearer service and resale forecast.

China Motors Recommendation: Bestune T55/T77 are suitable for those who plan to own the car for 5+ years and are prepared for a potentially more difficult sale in the future. For buyers focused on a 3-year ownership cycle, we select alternatives with more sustainable residual values.

3. Jetour X50 and X70

Jetour as a brand continues to operate in Russia, but in 2026, two crossovers were officially removed from the line - X50 and X70, leaving an emphasis on the X70+ and X90+. The departure of base models means that marketing and service focus has shifted to new versions, and X50/X70 owners risk finding themselves in a less comfortable resale position.

A buyer on the secondary market more often chooses a current Jetour or a mass-produced Haval/Geely than a model that has disappeared from the current catalogue: this is a matter of trust and predictability of ownership.

China Motors Recommendation: The X50/X70 should only be considered if there is a significant price advantage and with the understanding that liquidity will depend on the overall health of the Jetour brand and parts availability. In the segment up to 3 million rubles, we can offer a wide selection of SUVs that are more understandable for the market.

Which Chinese crossovers hold their prices better

It is important to note that not all Chinese crossovers suffer from illiquidity. Based on independent studies of residual value, several groups of leaders can be identified: Haval H9, Haval F7/F7x, Haval Jolion, Geely Coolray, Geely Tugella, Changan CS‑series and a number of Chery and GAC models.

So, Haval H9 retains up to 98% of its value after two years, and Haval Jolion, when used privately, loses about 21–23% of its price in three years - one of the best indicators in its class. Geely Coolray and Changan CS75 also show high residual value indices over 2–4 years of ownership.auto.

At China Motors, we take this data into account when selecting cars for clients: we help them choose not only a beautiful and comfortable crossover, but also a model with a predictable residual value, so that in a few years you can sell the car without painful discounts.

How China Motors helps to avoid mistakes

The ChinaMotors company specializes in supplying proven cars from China at competitive prices, with transparent documents and without unnecessary intermediary markups. Our experts daily analyze price lists, price dynamics on the secondary market and changes in model lines of Chinese brands.

When choosing a crossover we:

• we evaluate the liquidity of a specific model over a horizon of 3–5 years;

• we check the availability and stability of the dealer network and spare parts supplies;

• compare residual value with closest competitors;

• we give recommendations on the optimal tenure and exit strategy (sale or trade-in).

If you want to buy a Chinese crossover and not lose extra hundreds of thousands of rubles on subsequent sales, come to China-Mortors. We will select a car to suit your goals, budget and ownership plan, and also honestly warn you about the risks of illiquidity of rare models.