China-dominated cheap plug-in hybrids flood Hungarian market

In Hungary's plug‑in hybrid (PHEV) segment, eight of the ten cheapest models are from Chinese manufacturers. The BYD Dolphin G DM‑i starts at 9.6 million forints, while the BYD Atto 2 DM‑i is priced from 9.99 million forints. Other affordable options include the Geely Starray EM‑i (from 11.999 million), Volkswagen Golf eHybrid (from 12.99 million), BYD Sealion 5 DM‑i (from 13.19 million) and the Chery Tiggo 7 CSH (from 14.49 million). Prices in the top‑ten range from just under 10 million to about 15.5 million forints, with variations due to trim levels and optional equipment. The list highlights the growing presence of Chinese EV brands in the Hungarian market, offering lower‑cost alternatives to traditional European models.