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Sales of New Cars In Poland

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Sales of New Cars In Poland – Data, Trends, Charts & Analysis

Here you will find annual car sales figures for Poland. These statistics are Total Market Volumes, which include passenger cars as well as light commercial vehicles (LCVs).

From the early 2000s till 2015, the Polish car market fluctuated between 250,000 and 400.,000 annual sales. The market recovered from a low of under 270,000 sales in 2005 when it collapsed by almost a quarter to a peak of just over 400,000 sales 10 years later, with a smaller dip to just over 300,000 sales in 2012 in between. Seven consecutive years of growth from 2013 to 2019 of which five consecutive annual records have brought the market to a new peak of 625,000 sales. LCV sales typically make up around 12.5% of total car sales in Poland.

Poland Automotive Sales Data & Recent Highlights

As you can see, the Polish car sales market has been recovering in recent years. The market has been growing at an average annual growth rate of 9.8%.

There are a number of factors that have contributed to the recovery of the Polish car sales market. These include:

  • The economic recovery: The Polish economy has been recovering in recent years, which has led to an increase in disposable income.
  • The introduction of new incentives: The government has introduced a number of new incentives for car buyers, such as a reduction in VAT.
  • The increase in demand for SUVs: SUVs are becoming increasingly popular in Poland, as they are seen as more practical and comfortable than sedans.

Despite the recovery, the Polish car sales market is expected to face some challenges in the coming years. These challenges include:

  • The rise in inflation: Inflation is rising in Poland, which could make cars more expensive.
  • The shortage of semiconductors: The shortage of semiconductors is affecting the production of new cars, making it difficult to import cars into Poland.
  • The increase in used car prices: The price of used cars has increased in recent years, making them more affordable than new cars.

Overall, the Polish car sales market is expected to remain positive in the coming years. However, there are some challenges that the market will need to address in order to maintain its growth.

Here are some of the trends in the Polish car sales market:

  • The increasing popularity of SUVs: SUVs are becoming increasingly popular in Poland, as they are seen as more practical and comfortable than sedans. In 2022, SUVs accounted for 46.4% of new car registrations in Poland. This is up from 43.3% in 2021.
  • The growing popularity of electric vehicles: Electric vehicles are becoming increasingly popular in Poland, as the government offers incentives to encourage people to buy them. In 2022, electric vehicles accounted for 5.3% of new car registrations in Poland. This is up from 3.6% in 2021.
  • The increasing popularity of online car buying: More and more people are buying cars online in Poland. In 2022, 15.0% of new car purchases were made online. This is up from 12.0% in 2021. The convenience and flexibility of online car buying are driving its popularity.

These are just some of the trends in the Polish car sales market. The market is constantly evolving, so it is important to stay up-to-date on the latest trends.

Interesting Poland New Car Sales Stats

  • Best Sales Year Volume: 555,598 units sold
  • Worst Sales Year Volume: 235,522 units sold
  • Average Sales Per Year: 354,000.6 units sold
  • Total Sales Units (since 2003): 6,372,010 units sold

Poland New Motor Vehicle Sales Table

Year Sales Growth
2003 358,432
2004 318,111 -11.25
2005 235,522 -25.96
2006 238,993 1.47
2007 293,305 22.73
2008 320,040 9.12
2009 320,206 0.05
2010 333,491 4.15
2011 297,937 -10.66
2012 270,895 -9.08
2013 288,998 6.68
2014 325,371 12.59
2015 352,400 8.31
2016 416,123 18.08
2017 486,352 16.88
2018 531,889 9.36
2019 555,598 4.46
2020 428,347 -22.90

Poland New Motor Vehicle Sales Chart

Sources: Manufacturers, ANDC, JATO Dynamics.