This large Chinese sedan costs only 10,000 euros!
- Published on 23/10/2025 18:00
- Modified on 23/10/2025 18:01
In China, 10,000 euros is enough for a large hybrid sedan, the price of a premium electric scooter in Europe.
On October 30, the Galaxy brand of the Geely group will officially launch the Starshine 6, a large hybrid sedan sold from 79,800 yuan, approximately 10,000 euros. An almost unthinkable price in our markets for a vehicle of this size: 4.80 m long, state-of-the-art hybrid technology, and up to 1,700 km of range depending on the CLTC cycle. A showcase of the widening gap between Europe and China in automotive access.
The Starshine 6 relies on Leishen AI Hybrid 2.0 technology, combining a 1.5-liter engine and a highly efficient electric motor, with a claimed consumption of only 2.8 liters/100 km. Simple choices, such as a manual trunk or understated plastics, but a comprehensive equipment list that would embarrass a Dacia Spring.
If these figures inspire dreams, it’s important to note that such offers would be simply impossible in Europe. In China, the government provides massive support to manufacturers: direct subsidies, tax breaks, local low-cost batteries… all these levers enable brands like Geely to offer ultra-competitive prices. Conversely, Europe multiplies taxes, standards, and constraints that increase production costs and hinder the democratization of electrified vehicles.
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With such an industrial strategy, China makes “clean” vehicles accessible to the broadest public, while European motorists see prices soar, even for compact models. The Starshine 6 is unlikely to ever arrive on our roads, but it perfectly illustrates the growing gap between the two continents: on one side, a supported and conquering industry; on the other, a penalized and hesitant market.
This page is translated from the original post "Cette grande berline chinoise ne coûte que 10 000 euros !" in French.
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