What Ford is made in China?
Ford's Chinese manufacturing footprint
Changan Ford Automobile Co., Ltd.
The Changan Ford JV has historically produced Ford-brand cars for the Chinese market at multiple plants, covering a range of passenger cars and sport-utility vehicles designed to appeal to local consumers. The exact model lineup has shifted over time as Ford updates its China strategy.
What kind of vehicles are produced under this JV:
- Ford-brand passenger cars and SUVs intended for the Chinese market, produced at Ford’s China facilities in partnership with Changan Automobile
- The specific models offered vary by year as the lineup is updated to meet local demand
These products illustrate Ford's effort to deliver mainstream, locally tailored vehicles through its Changan partnership.
Jiangling Ford Motor Co., Ltd.
The Jiangling Ford JV, a partnership with Jiangling Motors, produces Ford vehicles for the Chinese market and has introduced China-specific models such as the Territory. This venture emphasizes sport-utility vehicles and crossovers designed for urban Chinese buyers.
Representative China-made models from this JV include:
- Ford Territory – a China-specific SUV developed for the local market and produced at Jiangling Ford facilities
- Other Ford models marketed in China that are produced under the Jiangling Ford banner, aligned with local demand and production capabilities
These products demonstrate Ford's commitment to a China-first product strategy through its Jiangling partnership.
Imported vs. locally made
In addition to models produced locally, Ford also sells some vehicles in China that are imported rather than assembled in-country. The balance between locally manufactured and imported Ford vehicles can shift based on market conditions, regulatory changes, and Ford's strategic decisions.
Summary
Ford's operations in China are built around two joint ventures—Changan Ford and Jiangling Ford—that manufacture Ford-brand vehicles for the domestic market. A prominent China-made model is the Territory, produced by Jiangling Ford. Ford continues to adapt its China strategy, balancing local production with imported models to meet evolving demand across the country.
Which U.S. cars are built in China?
Several American-branded cars, including the Lincoln Nautilus and Buick Envision, are manufactured in China for both the Chinese and US markets. Additionally, some cars from brands with American ownership, such as the Volvo S90 and Polestar 2, are also built in China.
- Lincoln Nautilus: The second-generation Nautilus is produced at a joint Ford-Changan Automobile factory in Hangzhou, China.
- Buick Envision: This compact SUV is manufactured in China by a General Motors joint venture (SAIC-GM) and sold in both the Chinese and North American markets.
- Volvo S90: Volvo's flagship luxury sedan for the U.S. market is built at its Daqing factory in China.
- Polestar 1 and 2: Polestar, a subsidiary of Volvo, manufactures its vehicles, including the Polestar 2 electric vehicle, in Chengdu, China.
- Chevrolet Equinox: Some models of the Chevrolet Equinox are assembled in China, alongside plants in Mexico.
- Volvo EX30: Volvo's new EX30 is also manufactured in China for the US market.
Is Ford 100% made in the USA?
No, no Ford vehicle is 100% American-made because no car is, due to the complex global supply chain for parts. However, Ford assembles more vehicles in the United States than any other automaker, with nearly 80% of the vehicles it sells in the U.S. being domestically assembled.
Domestic assembly vs. 100% American-made
- Domestic assembly: Many Ford models, such as the F-150, are assembled in the United States.
- Component sourcing: Many components, however, are sourced from other countries, including Mexico and Canada, making 100% American-made a difficult and complex goal.
- Examples of non-domestic assembly: Some models, like the Ford Maverick and Bronco Sport, are assembled in Mexico.
- Design and engineering: Even if a vehicle is assembled abroad, it is still designed and engineered by Ford's American teams.
Is Ford moving Lincoln to China?
In its trade war with Donald Trump, China has slapped on tariffs as high as 150% on imports. The affected vehicles include the F-150 Raptor, Mustang, Bronco and Lincoln Navigator. Ford continues to export the China-made Lincoln Nautilus to the U.S. and some engines and transmissions to China.
What Fords are built in China?
Ford produces a range of vehicles in China, including both models specifically for the Chinese market and some that are exported to other regions, such as the Lincoln Nautilus and potentially the Ford Edge L. Key examples of Ford vehicles made in China include the Equator, Equator Sport, Edge, Territory, Explorer, Bronco New Energy, and the Lincoln Aviator and Nautilus. Production is handled through joint ventures like Changan Ford and JMC-Ford.
Models made in China
- Ford Equator: A mid-size, three-row SUV made by JMC-Ford.
- Ford Equator Sport: A compact SUV developed and manufactured by JMC-Ford, also exported as the next-generation Ford Territory.
- Ford Edge: A mid-size crossover manufactured by Changan Ford.
- Ford Territory: A compact SUV produced by JMC-Ford.
- Ford Explorer: A D-segment/mid-size crossover made by Changan Ford.
- Ford Bronco New Energy: An electric version of the Bronco, specifically for the Chinese market and assembled by JMC.
- Ford Mustang Mach-E: The all-electric SUV is produced at Changan Ford facilities.
- Ford Edge L: A spacious, seven-seat hybrid SUV specifically built for the Chinese market and manufactured at the Changan Ford Hangzhou plant.
- Lincoln Nautilus: This luxury SUV is manufactured in China and exported to the United States.
- Lincoln Aviator: Another luxury SUV produced in China at the Changan Ford facility.
- Lincoln Corsair: A luxury compact SUV that is also made in China for the Chinese market.
- Ford Ranger: The pickup truck is being domestically produced in China for the local market.
