This week's exportable China EV shortlist — four proven models, all under $17,000 FOB, rotating into the budget-importer sweet spot. Bands below are indicative public-reference FOB; DM me for firm quotes, MOQ and lead times.
BYD Dolphin Segment: A-class EV. Indicative FOB: ~$13,000–16,500. Steering: LHD/RHD. Why it sells: Euro NCAP 5-star credibility in a family-size hatch — the trust signal that closes fleet and first-time-buyer deals alike.
Geely Geome EX3 Segment: small electric SUV. Indicative FOB: ~$9,500–12,000. Steering: LHD. Why it sells: the value-volume play — SUV stance at a city-car price, built for markets where the badge matters less than the monthly payment.
Changan Lumin Segment: micro EV. Indicative FOB: ~$7,000–9,500. Steering: LHD. Why it sells: city runabout and island-market favourite — tiny footprint, simple spec, easy to service.
Chery QQ Ice Cream Segment: micro EV. Indicative FOB: ~$6,500–8,500. Steering: LHD. Why it sells: the entry ticket — the lowest-price credible EV on the list, ideal for first-time EV markets and volume dealers.
All four clear the budget maths: sub-$17k FOB, right-size for dense urban and emerging markets, and already proven in domestic volume. What separates a good order from a stranded one is certification and steering fit — GCC/SABER for the Gulf, TISI for Thailand, SNI plus ODOL limits for Indonesia, and RHD confirmation where the market drives on the left.
DM me your target market and planned monthly volume. I'll reply with this week's firm FOB quotes, MOQ and current lead times — and flag which of the four are already certified for your region.
