Comfort, wide spaces, safety, technology and power are the main characteristics that a family car must have. It does not matter if you are a family of 4 or 5 members or a couple without children but with plans for the future. Buying a vehicle is a serious investment.
According to a report from the Association of Automotive Companies of Ecuador (Aeade), in May 2022, 11,311 new vehicles were sold, which represent a growth of 24% when compared to the 9,139 units that were sold in May 2021. The same document explains that the sales of light vehicles, in May 2022, increased by 25% compared to the same month of 2021 and in the accumulated of 2022 a growth of 26% is reported.
In other words, in May 2022, a total of 10,000 light vehicles were sold, of which SUVs, cars and trucks stand out.
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SUV, preferred by families
In the Ecuadorian market there is a wide variety of brands and models of SUVs, most of them offer what the family needs: style, technological equipment, ample space, safety and in many cases a good price. That is to say, with patience and studying the products very well, an SUV can be achieved that meets any need.
The Aeade details that between January and May 2022, 25,232 vehicles have been sold, being Chevrolet Captiva, JetTour X70, Chery Tiggo 2, Shineray G01 Y Renault Duster preferred by buyers.
SUVs are the vehicles that have been positioning themselves at the highest level of sales in Ecuador, following a global trend. It is not only preferred by families, but also by single people, and is preferred thanks to the interior space it offers, also the compatibility with electronic media and security. Being tall vehicles you have the feeling that you can access more difficult places. In addition to this is added the issue of status.
Gino Barrezueta, manager of Chinamotors.
José Rafael Muñoz, head of marketing for Impartes SA, a company that sells the VGV brand, model X70, agrees with this. “We believe that the vehicles that families like the most are SUVs, due to the comfort they offer to safely transport all family members. Currently, vehicles of Chinese origin have been a more accessible option to the possibilities of the market ”, he says.
Eddie Bustamante is a food engineer who bought an SUV a little less than a year ago in which he travels both for work and for recreational use with his family, which total 6 members. “The acquisition of this vehicle has been a good investment both for me and for the whole family, we move calmly and more than anything comfortable to any part of the country,” he says.
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It must also be a fuel-efficient vehicle. It is about acquiring a comfortable but not fast car, it is about enjoying the journey safely, because everyone’s integrity must be taken care of. Although small vehicles can be practical, most do not fit the needs of the family, especially a large one.
Juan Carlos Cevallos, university professor.
This professional travels daily in a family vehicle from Guayaquil to Milagro to fulfill his work obligations; In his opinion, space and safety are essential elements in a car.
The van option is also considered a good family vehicle alternative.
Cars and trucks maintain their strength in the market
According to the Aeade report, from May to January 2022 the automobile segment achieved a total sales of 14,119 vehicles, among which solute Y Picanto (Kia) Y Beat, Onyx Y Sail (Chevrolet) they remain as the favorites.
Likewise, in the van segment they are among the favorites Chevrolet D-MAX, JAC HFC 1037 series, Wingle Great Wall, Toyota Hilux Y Dongfeng Rich series (YO).
Source: Eluniverso
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