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Looking ahead, the future of the automotive market in Russia remains uncertain. While some Chinese manufacturers may persist in their efforts to adapt to local needs, the looming question lingers: will Western brands eventually make their return? If history offers any lessons, the allure of established Western quality may soon overshadow the currently pervasive Chinese options.
Ultimately, regardless of the trajectory of Chinese automotive manufacturers, one certainty remains—whether they can compete with the intrinsic preference for Western vehicles among Russian consumers, a preference steeped in a rich cultural connection to brands such as BMW and Mercedes, whose absence continues to be deeply felt.