First podium finish at home for the Renault Clio VI.

For the first time since last October, the French new car market is actually up year-on-year in March at a very robust +12.9% to 173,633 units. Keep in mind however that March 2025 was off -14.5% on the year prior. Due to a poor start of 2026, the Q1 volume is still in negative at -2.1% to 401,555. Encouragingly, private sales soar 22% to 80,183 and 46.2% share vs. 42.7% in March 2025. Long term leases among private buyers are up 42% to 28% share and short term rentals are up 19%. Meanwhile fleets are struggling at -3% to 39,172 units and 22.6% share vs. 26.3% a year ago, but BEV sales within fleets surge 77% year-on-year to reach 41% share. In the market as a whole, BEVs are up 69% to 49,406 units and 28.5% share vs. just 19% a year ago and year-to-date volumes are up 50.4% to 112,086 and 27.9% share vs. 18.2% over the same period in 2025.

The Tesla Model Y is just 15 units off a historical pole position.

In the brands ranking, Renault (+13.6%) manages to beat the market to reach 19.2% share, its highest since June 2022 (21.3%). In contrast Peugeot (-11%) is in dire straits and falls to a paltry 12.1% share vs. 14.1% so far this year. Dacia (+12%) returns to #3 after a couple of though months and climbs back up to #4 year-to-date. Citroen (+23.2%) is in excellent shape thanks to a renewed lineup and distances Volkswagen (+4.2%) and Toyota (-0.6%), both weak. Tesla (+203.1%) delivers an outstanding result, soaring to #7 with 9,569 sales and 5.5% share. This is the carmaker’s best ranking since December 2023 (#6), 2nd highest volume for just 3 units and highest share since November 2023 (6.1%). Fiat (+53.4%), BMW (+37%), Kia (+27.4%) and Audi (+20.3%) shine below. In the BEV brands ranking, Renault dominates with 9,613 sales (+46%) ahead of Tesla and Peugeot at 4,003 (+30%).

The Renault Twingo IV breaks into the Top 50 for the first time.

We have a completely reshuffled models charts, with the Top 3 fitting within less than 50 sales. The Dacia Sandero (+12.4%) is the overall best-seller with 4.1% share, the nameplate’s first monthly win since July 2024. Just 15 units below is the Tesla Model Y (+203%), reaching #2 with over 7,000 sales and 4% share. These are all records, beating its previous best of #4 (March 2023 and September 2024), 6,456 sales (March 2023) and 3.5% share (March 2023 and September 2025). Note that Tesla offered an additional 3,000€ cash for clunkers for the Model Y from January 9 to March 31. For its first real month of sales, the Renault Clio VI is up 8 spots on February to crack the podium for the first time at #3. The Peugeot 2008 (+4.7%) edges up at #4 while the Peugeot 208 (-26.8%) is in complete freefall at #5 but still tops the YTD charts. Other notable results include the Citroen C3 Aircross at #9, the Renault 5 down to #11, Tesla Model 3 up to #19 and the Renault Twingo IV breaking into the Top 50 at #47

Previous month: France February 2026: Citroen C3 best-seller, Renault Clio VI back outside Top 10

One year ago: France March 2025: Renault Symbioz cracks Top 10, Tesla off -36.8%

Full March 2026 Top 25 brands and Top 75 models below.

France March 2026 – brands:

Pos	Brand	Mar-26	%	/25	Feb	2026	%	/25	Pos	FY25
1	Renault	33,386	19.2%	+ 13.6%	1	75,205	18.7%	+ 5.1%	1	1
2	Peugeot	21,079	12.1%	– 11.0%	2	56,532	14.1%	– 13.5%	2	2
3	Dacia	14,884	8.6%	+ 12.0%	4	29,638	7.4%	– 17.8%	4	3
4	Citroen	13,315	7.7%	+ 23.2%	3	34,488	8.6%	+ 9.1%	3	4
5	Volkswagen	10,594	6.1%	+ 4.3%	5	25,578	6.4%	– 8.0%	6	5
6	Toyota	9,666	5.6%	– 0.6%	6	26,637	6.6%	– 10.8%	5	6
7	Tesla	9,569	5.5%	+ 203.1%	9	13,945	3.5%	+ 108.4%	7	18
8	BMW	6,670	3.8%	+ 37.0%	7	13,316	3.3%	– 8.0%	8	7
9	Audi	5,195	3.0%	+ 20.3%	12	11,020	2.7%	– 0.3%	10	9
10	Skoda	4,785	2.8%	+ 1.6%	8	11,664	2.9%	+ 4.6%	9	8
11	Mercedes	3,995	2.3%	+ 10.6%	16	7,835	2.0%	+ 6.6%	15	11
12	Ford	3,758	2.2%	+ 10.8%	14	8,339	2.1%	– 11.8%	13	12
13	Opel	3,550	2.0%	+ 7.7%	11	9,848	2.5%	+ 19.1%	11	15
14	Kia	3,254	1.9%	+ 27.4%	15	7,464	1.9%	– 2.7%	16	13
15	Fiat	3,250	1.9%	+ 53.4%	13	7,914	2.0%	+ 45.4%	14	20
16	Hyundai	3,173	1.8%	– 1.7%	10	8,875	2.2%	– 13.6%	12	10
17	MG (est)	2,800	1.6%	– 1.0%	17	6,065	1.5%	– 4.0%	17	14
18	Nissan	2,570	1.5%	+ 3.4%	19	5,525	1.4%	– 23.0%	19	16
19	Mini	2,458	1.4%	+ 28.1%	18	5,856	1.5%	+ 5.7%	18	17
20	Suzuki	2,125	1.2%	+ 2.1%	21	4,892	1.2%	– 12.5%	20	21
21	Cupra	1,910	1.1%	– 5.7%	20	4,416	1.1%	– 10.4%	21	19
22	DS	1,376	0.8%	– 1.8%	23	3,214	0.8%	– 12.0%	22	23
23	Volvo	1,170	0.7%	– 3.1%	26	2,534	0.6%	+ 6.1%	26	25
24	BYD (est)	1,100	0.6%	+ 66.9%	22	2,947	0.7%	+ 81.1%	23	24
25	Jeep	1,068	0.6%	+ 4.5%	24	2,652	0.7%	– 1.5%	24	26

France March 2026 – models:

Pos	Model	Mar-26	%	/25	Feb	2026	%	/25	Pos	FY25
1	Dacia Sandero	7,038	4.1%	+ 12.4%	5	13,633	3.4%	– 22.5%	4	3
2	Tesla Model Y	7,023	4.0%	+ 203.0%	7	10,670	2.7%	+ 127.2%	7	15
3	Renault Clio VI	6,990	4.0%	new	11	12,312	3.1%	new	6	141
4	Peugeot 2008	6,259	3.6%	+ 4.7%	3	14,431	3.6%	– 9.5%	3	5
5	Peugeot 208	6,100	3.5%	– 26.8%	2	17,365	4.3%	– 18.0%	1	2
6	Citroen C3	5,083	2.9%	+ 9.7%	1	14,992	3.7%	– 18.4%	2	4
7	Renault Clio V	4,252	2.4%	– 55.3%	4	12,533	3.1%	– 46.8%	5	1
8	Renault Captur	4,090	2.4%	– 13.4%	10	9,359	2.3%	– 16.5%	9	8
9	Citroen C3 Aircross II	3,773	2.2%	+ 647.1%	14	8,354	2.1%	+ 1018.3%	11	18
10	Renault Symbioz	3,530	2.0%	– 1.2%	12	7,532	1.9%	– 5.0%	15	12
11	Renault 5	3,493	2.0%	+ 4.6%	9	10,084	2.5%	+ 9.8%	8	7
12	Dacia Duster III	3,486	2.0%	– 6.9%	13	7,650	1.9%	– 31.1%	14	9
13	Peugeot 3008	3,165	1.8%	– 10.4%	6	9,236	2.3%	– 23.6%	10	6
14	Toyota Yaris Cross	2,988	1.7%	– 5.1%	15	7,733	1.9%	– 21.8%	13	11
15	Renault Scenic V	2,824	1.6%	+ 26.9%	18	6,896	1.7%	+ 56.9%	17	22
16	Peugeot 308	2,821	1.6%	– 15.5%	8	8,135	2.0%	– 8.2%	12	13
17	Citroen C5 Aircross II	2,630	1.5%	new	17	6,214	1.5%	new	18	99
18	Toyota Yaris	2,629	1.5%	– 3.7%	16	7,467	1.9%	– 4.5%	16	10
19	Tesla Model 3	2,525	1.5%	+ 208.3%	52	3,225	0.8%	+ 65.6%	30	73
20	Renault Austral	2,369	1.4%	+ 5.4%	25	4,738	1.2%	– 9.7%	22	16
21	Dacia Bigster	1,892	1.1%	+ 83.5%	26	4,306	1.1%	+ 284.1%	23	21
22	VW Polo	1,788	1.0%	– 18.9%	21	4,884	1.2%	– 21.9%	21	14
23	VW T-Roc II	1,743	1.0%	new	24	3,957	1.0%	new	25	159
24	Peugeot 5008 III	1,737	1.0%	+ 12.1%	19	5,055	1.3%	+ 10.7%	20	17
25	Toyota Aygo X	1,625	0.9%	+ 72.5%	35	3,441	0.9%	+ 14.9%	27	39
26	Opel Corsa	1,617	0.9%	– 0.4%	23	4,166	1.0%	– 19.3%	24	26
27	Toyota C-HR II	1,552	0.9%	+ 9.3%	20	5,206	1.3%	+ 32.6%	19	29
28	BMW X1	1,481	0.9%	+ 56.4%	43	2,665	0.7%	– 5.5%	38	40
29	Nissan Qashqai	1,481	0.9%	+ 25.4%	34	3,076	0.8%	– 5.8%	32	30
30	Renault 4	1,477	0.9%	+ 24516.7%	44	3,119	0.8%	+ 9646.9%	31	64
31	Ford Puma	1,465	0.8%	+ 18.2%	27	3,866	1.0%	– 1.0%	26	19
32	VW ID.4	1,410	0.8%	+ 195.6%	29	3,300	0.8%	+ 157.6%	29	72
33	Renault Espace	1,353	0.8%	+ 70.6%	76	2,089	0.5%	+ 9.9%	55	51
34	Dacia Jogger	1,326	0.8%	– 19.2%	63	2,330	0.6%	– 43.7%	47	28
35	Mini Hatch	1,309	0.8%	+ 40.5%	40	2,914	0.7%	+ 3.4%	34	35
36	Suzuki Swift	1,250	0.7%	– 7.6%	60	2,750	0.7%	– 25.3%	36	36
37	MG ZS	1,183	0.7%	– 9.9%	36	2,436	0.6%	– 24.0%	42	34
38	BMW Série 1	1,179	0.7%	+ 5.5%	41	2,260	0.6%	– 39.8%	49	33
39	Ford Explorer	1,161	0.7%	+ 420.6%	82	1,803	0.4%	+ 286.1%	61	126
40	Skoda Fabia	1,147	0.7%	– 20.0%	48	2,403	0.6%	– 14.6%	45	41
41	Dacia Spring	1,142	0.7%	+ 88.4%	111	1,719	0.4%	– 18.6%	65	62
42	VW Tiguan III	1,117	0.6%	– 11.1%	33	2,689	0.7%	– 31.3%	37	24
43	Hyundai Kona	1,113	0.6%	+ 4.8%	22	3,321	0.8%	+ 2.3%	28	37
44	VW T-Cross	1,105	0.6%	– 20.5%	42	2,342	0.6%	– 26.3%	46	31
45	Skoda Elroq	1,096	0.6%	+ 254.7%	31	2,911	0.7%	+ 440.1%	35	58
46	Renault Twingo IV	1,059	0.6%	new	139	1,182	0.3%	new	82	344
47	Audi A3	1,052	0.6%	+ 55.9%	47	2,221	0.6%	+ 39.7%	50	45
48	Fiat Grande Panda	1,041	0.6%	new	65	2,135	0.5%	new	53	83
49	Citroen C4	1,011	0.6%	– 69.1%	28	3,061	0.8%	– 50.7%	33	25
50	BMW iX1	1,007	0.6%	+ 82.4%	45	2,326	0.6%	+ 69.9%	48	47
51	Audi Q4	1,006	0.6%	+ 48.6%	72	1,887	0.5%	+ 6.5%	58	68
52	Hyundai Tucson	1,003	0.6%	– 4.0%	37	2,410	0.6%	– 19.9%	44	23
53	VW ID.3	983	0.6%	+ 11.8%	39	2,430	0.6%	+ 15.8%	43	55
54	Mercedes GLA	977	0.6%	+ 28.9%	61	1,793	0.4%	+ 3.5%	62	43
55	Fiat 600	968	0.6%	+ 11.6%	30	2,557	0.6%	– 5.9%	40	59
56	Fiat 500	913	0.5%	+ 54.5%	49	2,107	0.5%	+ 21.7%	54	82
57	Renault Rafale	894	0.5%	– 16.0%	66	1,675	0.4%	– 26.0%	70	54
58	VW Golf	892	0.5%	– 3.8%	38	2,522	0.6%	– 17.0%	41	32
59	Mini Countryman	863	0.5%	+ 54.1%	46	2,202	0.5%	+ 35.2%	51	61
60	Kia Sportage	839	0.5%	+ 17.8%	59	1,718	0.4%	– 12.9%	66	46
61	Ford Kuga	805	0.5%	– 28.9%	56	1,830	0.5%	– 35.1%	60	38
62	Mercedes CLA	781	0.4%	+ 136.7%	73	1,595	0.4%	+ 177.9%	72	112
63	Audi Q3	776	0.4%	+ 70.5%	51	1,986	0.5%	+ 67.2%	57	80
64	Renault Megane E-Tech	756	0.4%	– 23.6%	32	2,636	0.7%	+ 17.2%	39	50
65	MG 3	748	0.4%	– 8.1%	57	1,712	0.4%	– 4.8%	67	42
66	Nissan Juke	748	0.4%	– 13.0%	69	1,601	0.4%	– 33.6%	71	44
67	Skoda Kamiq	719	0.4%	– 13.3%	58	1,712	0.4%	– 7.3%	68	56
68	Audi A1	712	0.4%	– 32.5%	68	1,759	0.4%	– 35.5%	63	52
69	Skoda Octavia	700	0.4%	+ 3.2%	55	1,873	0.5%	– 10.4%	59	48
70	Opel Frontera	665	0.4%	+ 375.0%	53	2,004	0.5%	+ 1137.0%	56	84
71	Peugeot 408	643	0.4%	+ 6.8%	80	1,352	0.3%	– 6.9%	77	87
72	Opel Mokka	638	0.4%	– 36.2%	50	2,140	0.5%	+ 18.0%	52	66
73	MG EHS	635	0.4%	+ 56.8%	67	1,398	0.3%	+ 101.4%	75	76
74	Kia Niro	601	0.3%	+ 3.4%	75	1,358	0.3%	– 5.8%	76	65
75	VW Taigo	584	0.3%	– 24.3%	101	1,056	0.3%	– 40.5%	87	67

Source: PFA

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Driving is not only about motion. A surprising part of modern car ownership is waiting.

Drivers wait at service centers while tires are rotated or diagnostics are run. They wait at dealerships during paperwork and inspections. Electric vehicle owners wait at charging stops. Families wait during long road trips, airport pickups, and rest breaks between destinations. The modern driving experience includes more downtime than people usually admit.

That is one reason automotive lifestyle content has expanded so much in recent years. It is no longer limited to reviews, specs, and buying advice. Readers also care about how cars fit into everyday routines — including the pauses between journeys, where people reach for phones, streaming apps, forums, mobile games, and other forms of digital entertainment.

Why Downtime Has Become Part of the Driving Experience

For many drivers, waiting is no longer the exception. It is part of the schedule.

A routine oil change can take an hour. A dealership appointment can stretch across an afternoon. An EV charging session may create a 20–40 minute break depending on the station, battery level, and route. Even drivers who are highly organized still end up with small windows of idle time built into the day.

These pauses have changed the way people interact with digital media. Some use the time to compare vehicles, watch road test videos, or scroll owner forums. Others use it to catch up on lighter content that feels easy to dip in and out of without much effort.

That shift matters because downtime tends to reward entertainment that is simple, flexible, and easy to understand quickly.

What Drivers Actually Turn To While They Wait

The old version of waiting meant coffee, a magazine, and a television mounted in the corner of a service lounge. That still exists, but digital habits have widened the range of what people do while the clock runs.

Some drivers open automotive apps and compare specs. Some check traffic, fuel prices, or charging maps. Others switch completely out of “car mode” and use the time for games, streaming, podcasts, or casual mobile browsing.

This pattern is especially common during waiting periods that are too short for deep focus but too long to ignore. A person may not want to start a full film or read a long article, but they still want something engaging enough to make 20 or 30 minutes pass more smoothly.

That is where low-friction digital entertainment tends to stand out.

Casual Online Entertainment During Service Stops and Charging Breaks

Not every digital break has to feel like a commitment. In fact, many people prefer quick, low-pressure formats that fit naturally into short waiting windows.

Some open puzzle apps. Others use short-form video, casual sports games, or browser-based entertainment. And for some adult users, no-deposit casino offers fit into that same category of brief, low-commitment digital exploration.

Used that way, they function less like a major spending decision and more like a trial experience during a short break. The appeal is not only the headline amount. It is the ability to test a platform quickly and decide whether it feels worthwhile without immediately using personal funds.

How Drivers Use Short Digital Breaks

Not every digital break has to feel like a commitment. Many drivers simply want something light that fits naturally into a short wait — a puzzle app, a few videos, a casual game, or some other form of low-pressure entertainment.

For some adult users, no-deposit casino offers fit into that same category of short-form digital downtime. Used this way, they work less like a major spending decision and more like a trial experience: a quick way to test a platform during a service stop, charging break, or other pause between journeys.

That said, the headline amount is rarely the part that matters most. When users look at $200 no deposit bonus details, the practical questions are usually the same ones they ask about any other structured offer: how difficult it is to use, how long it stays available, and what restrictions shape the real value.

This is where comparison platforms such as CasinosAnalyzer can be useful. Instead of focusing only on the advertised amount, they break down the things that actually affect the experience — wagering requirements, maximum cashout limits, expiry windows, and which games qualify. For someone just filling a short stretch of downtime, that kind of clarity matters more than a large headline number.

Like any other offer, the better approach is to treat it as something to evaluate, not something to assume is valuable by default. A simpler offer with clear terms often works better than a larger one wrapped in conditions.

Why Simplicity Matters More Than the Bonus Size

One of the biggest mistakes people make with digital offers is assuming that a larger number automatically means better value.

In practice, smaller but cleaner offers often work better than larger offers packed with conditions. That logic is familiar to anyone who has spent time comparing car pricing, financing packages, or dealer incentives. A discount only matters if the terms around it are actually workable.

The same applies here. Drivers who are already used to reading fine print on warranties, financing sheets, service plans, or rebate offers often adapt quickly to comparing digital promotions in the same way. They understand that the useful question is not “how big is the promise,” but “how realistic is the actual value.”

The Lifestyle Around Cars Includes the Gaps Between Drives

Automotive culture is often presented as motion: road trips, test drives, weekend runs, track days, scenic routes.

But the reality of car ownership also includes pauses — waiting for service, charging, paperwork, maintenance, pickups, drop-offs, and travel breaks. These quieter spaces are part of the lifestyle too. They shape what people read, watch, and do while they are temporarily off the road.

That is why modern automotive content increasingly overlaps with broader lifestyle and digital behavior. Cars are still the center, but the experience around them includes technology, media, convenience, and the small habits people build between one journey and the next.

Final Thoughts

The modern driving experience is not only about movement. It is also about how people use the time around that movement.

For some, downtime means scrolling reviews or checking car forums. For others, it means music, short videos, casual games, or trying a digital platform in a low-pressure way. No-deposit offers fit most naturally when they are treated as trial experiences rather than guaranteed value.

The same discipline that makes someone a smart car buyer — patience, comparison, and attention to terms — also helps them make better decisions with digital offers. And in both cases, the headline matters less than the details underneath it.

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Many drivers look for a vehicle that can handle a grocery run and a mountain trail. Owning a Jeep offers a unique blend of rugged style and practical function for your daily life. The history of the brand shows a commitment to building cars that last and perform in any weather.

These SUVs provide a high seating position and a clear view of the road ahead. You will find that these vehicles fit into many different lifestyles and driving needs. Choosing a Jeep means you are ready for any task that the day might bring your way.

Versatility For Daily Commuting

Jeep models offer plenty of room for passengers and gear alike. This makes them a great choice for families or people with active hobbies. You can easily fit sports equipment or groceries into the spacious cargo areas.

Reliable performance is a major factor when choosing a daily driver. Looking into a Jeep Extended Warranty can provide peace of mind for long-distance travelers. Owners often feel more confident knowing they have extra protection for their vehicle. 

The cabins are designed to be comfortable even on rough city streets. You can enjoy a smooth ride as you run errands or drive to work. The suspension systems help soak up bumps and cracks in the pavement.

Safety Tech And Driver Assistance

Modern vehicles come with many tools to help you stay safe on the road. One website mentioned that the latest models prioritize safety with tools like adaptive cruise control and lane departure warnings. 

New technology can even help you at busy street corners. A recent specification guide noted that intersection collision assist can detect vehicles coming from the side and apply the brakes. 

These features work together to reduce the stress of driving in heavy traffic. You can rely on these systems to act as an extra set of eyes as you drive. Having this tech makes every trip feel much safer for you and your passengers.

Advanced Infotainment Systems

Staying connected is easy with the updated interior features found in many models. Large touchscreens make it simple to see maps and control your music. You can sync your phone to the car in just a few seconds.

A recent news update highlighted that some 2026 models feature a 12.3-inch display for the infotainment system. This large screen helps you stay focused on your route without squinting. It provides a crisp view of your navigation and vehicle settings.

Modern Connectivity Features

– Bluetooth connectivity for hands-free calling

– Smartphone integration for your favorite apps

– Voice commands to keep your hands on the wheel

These tools make your morning commute much more enjoyable and productive. You can stay in touch with friends or listen to podcasts with ease.

Off-Road Capability For Weekend Fun

One of the biggest perks of this brand is the ability to leave the pavement behind. You can explore dirt roads and trails that other cars cannot reach. 

Some reviews mention that specific models come with heavy-duty alternators and thick mud-terrain tires for better grip. This hardware helps you handle mud or sand with ease. You can take on tough obstacles without worrying about getting stuck.

Having this capability means you never have to turn back when the road gets rough. It opens up a world of adventure for your weekends and vacations. You can find new places to visit that are far away from the city.

Engine Performance And Transmission

Power under the hood is a key part of the driving experience. You have several choices when it comes to how your vehicle performs on the highway. A strong engine makes it easy to merge into fast traffic or climb steep hills.

An automotive review stated that the standard engine is a 3.6-liter V6 that can be paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. This combination provides enough power for passing and merging. It offers a smooth delivery of power that feels natural and responsive.

Drivers can choose the setup that fits their personal driving style best. Whether you prefer a manual or an auto, there is an option for you. 

Fuel Efficiency And Hybrid Options

Saving money at the pump is a goal for many modern car buyers. Newer technology allows for better mileage without losing any of the classic power. You can drive further on every tank of gas than in years past.

A popular car site pointed out that the plug-in hybrid version can drive about 22 miles on electric power alone. This is perfect for short trips around town or a quick commute. You can complete most of your daily tasks without using any gasoline at all.

Using electricity for short drives helps lower your total fuel costs. You get the benefits of a hybrid, as you still have a gas engine for long trips.

Long-Term Value And Resale

Buying a vehicle is a big investment, so it helps to know it will hold its value. Some models keep a high percentage of their original price for many years. 

Market data suggests that some models can retain 68% of their value after 5 years of ownership. Another report labeled a recent model year as a top pick for value, as it keeps most of its useful life. You can buy with confidence knowing your money is well spent.

Safety ratings play a role in how well a car holds its value. An industry report gave one model a top score for child seat anchors, which is a big plus for parents. Buyers look for these ratings when they search for a used vehicle.

Choosing the right vehicle for your daily needs is a big decision. Jeep models provide a unique mix of safety, tech, and resale value that stands out in the market. You can find a model that fits your budget and your lifestyle perfectly.

Whether you are commuting to work or planning a trip, these vehicles are ready for the task. You can enjoy the road ahead with a car that is built for both city life and the great outdoors. These SUVs continue to be a top choice for drivers everywhere.

When it comes to selling a used car, most owners focus on mileage, service history, and price. While these things are important, there’s another element that can make or break a sale. That is how clean the car is.

So do clean cars sell really faster? In most cases, yes.

Let’s take a closer look at why.

First impressions matter

Whether it’s online or in person, the first thing a buyer notices is how the car looks. A clean car makes a strong first impression. It also builds trust and shows that the car is well cared for. 

A dirty car can do the opposite. Buyers may think the car has not been looked after, even if it runs well. It also makes it easier for them to ask for a lower price. Some buyers may expect a discount because they’ll need to clean the car themselves or pay someone to do it.

Clean cars get more attention online

If you’re planning to sell the car online, high-quality photos are a must. Listings on AutoTrader, Motors, and other car selling sites get more clicks and views when they have professional photos. Professional photos require a clean car.

Simple things like fresh wheels, shiny paint, and a tidy interior make a big difference. After all, no one wants to buy a dirty car that looks like it’s been used for a kids’ party.

The inside of the car is important

The interior is where buyers really decide how they feel. They often check for marks or stains on seats, unusual smells, and the condition of the dashboard. They may also check the condition of the pedals, buttons, steering wheel, and air vents.

A clean and fresh interior helps buyers picture themselves using the car. It also makes them more eager to buy, knowing they can drive it right away without cleaning it first. We all know the feeling of getting a new car and wanting to show it off to family and friends immediately. It somewhat spoils the moment when the interior looks like a disaster zone.

You’ll be surprised how a good scrub of the interior using a brush and cleaning solution can completely transfer the interior, often making it look newer.

Clean cars feel better maintained

Even if two cars are the same, the cleaner one often feels like the better choice. Buyers may think that a clean car means the owner took care of it, there are fewer hidden problems, and it’s been recently serviced. This can make buyers more confident.

Can cleaning help you get a better price?

Absolutely. In many cases, a clean car can help you sell faster and get a better price, especially with professional images. Plus, well-maintained cars attract serious buyers and fewer time-wasters looking for reasons to lower the price.

Can cleaning make the car look newer?

Yes, even a basic clean can make a car look newer and fresher. A professional clean with premium products like wax, polish, tyre dressing, and interior dressing can give it a whole new look, making the paint shine, the interior sparkle, and the black finish on the dashboard and trims pop.

Can cleaning get rid of stains and mould?

Certainly. Cleaning the car can get rid of mould and stains when you use the right products. Even tough stains on seats or carpets can be lifted with specialist tools like drill brushes and extractors. How much the car looks like new depends on the time, money, and effort you’re willing to invest.

Cleaning it yourself or using a service

Before selling, you can clean the car yourself with some basic supplies like a bucket and sponge. The downside is it takes time and effort, and if the car is very dirty, it can take several hours or more.

If you don’t have the time or want a better finish, you can take it to the local car wash or use a mobile valeting service. Professional valeters usually offer deep cleaning of the exterior and interior at your doorstep. 

It’s a simpler solution that saves time. Plus, a thorough clean of the car using the right products and techniques can go further, often increasing its resale value.

Final thoughts

If you want to sell your car faster, don’t ignore how it looks. A clean car will attract more buyers and help you get a better price. Before you list your car, it’s worth making sure it looks its best, whether that means cleaning it yourself or hiring a professional.

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The Hyundai Tucson is up to a record 2nd place in New Zealand in February.

New vehicle sales in New Zealand jump 8.3% year-on-year in February to 10,193 units, leading to a year-to-date tally up 8.5% to 22,000. Toyota (-34.2%) stays on top of the brands ranking but sees its market share crash to 14.9% vs. 24.5% a year ago in February 2025. In contrast Ford (+44.3%) surges ahead to 12.6% of the market vs. 11.4% so far this year. Mitsubishi (-13.5%) falls one spot on last month to #3 and 8.9% share vs. 10% year-to-date. In the remainder of the Top 10, Hyundai (+185.7%), Nissan (+41.1%) and BYD (+37.3%) stand out. Newcomer Chery repeats at #13 with 1.9% share.

Over the models charts, the Ford Ranger (+44.7%) lodges an excellent score and repeats at #1, cementing its YTD leadership. The surprise of the month is delivered by the Hyundai Tucson surging 17 ranks on last month to #2, the nameplate’s best-ever ranking in New Zealand, meaning it snaps the SUV crown off the Toyota RAV4 (-48.7%) hit by its generation changeover. In between is the Nissan Navara (+147.6%) managing another outstanding month at #3. The Mitsubishi ASX (+25.7%) is very strong at #5, as are the Ford Everest (+108.3%) and Toyota Hiace (+81.8%). The Toyota Hilux (-50.6%) implodes at #6 as the new generation slowly arrives in dealerships.

Previous month: New Zealand January 2026: Mitsubishi (+42%), Nissan Navara (+139.6%) stand out in solid market

One year ago: New Zealand February 2025: BYD Shark 6 repeats at #10

Full February 2026 Top 24 brands and Top 28 models below.

New Zealand February 2026 – brands:

Pos	Brand	Feb-26	%	/25	Jan	2026	%	/25	Pos	FY25
1	Toyota	1,515	14.9%	– 34.2%	1	3,868	17.6%	– 18.7%	1	1
2	Ford	1,287	12.6%	+ 44.3%	3	2,503	11.4%	+ 31.1%	2	2
3	Mitsubishi	905	8.9%	– 13.5%	2	2,209	10.0%	+ 12.5%	3	3
4	Kia	713	7.0%	+ 5.8%	4	1,733	7.9%	+ 13.1%	4	4
5	Nissan	584	5.7%	+ 41.1%	5	1,123	5.1%	+ 36.8%	5	7
6	Hyundai	540	5.3%	+ 185.7%	11	814	3.7%	+ 71.7%	8	8
7	MG	416	4.1%	– 3.0%	7	853	3.9%	+ 13.7%	6	9
8	BYD	390	3.8%	+ 37.3%	6	835	3.8%	+ 28.7%	7	10
9	Mazda	334	3.3%	+ 5.4%	8	754	3.4%	+ 14.8%	9	6
10	Suzuki	304	3.0%	– 23.8%	10	685	3.1%	– 25.1%	10	5
11	Honda	275	2.7%	– 14.6%	12	512	2.3%	– 18.9%	12	12
12	GWM	273	2.7%	+ 3.0%	9	661	3.0%	+ 8.7%	11	11
13	Chery	195	1.9%	new	13	407	1.9%	new	13	23
14	Subaru	170	1.7%	+ 2.4%	17	350	1.6%	– 11.2%	14	14
15	Isuzu	165	1.6%	– 11.3%	18	333	1.5%	– 3.8%	16	16
16	Mercedes	143	1.4%	– 32.2%	16	330	1.5%	– 13.6%	17	15
17	Volkswagen	140	1.4%	– 28.2%	14	342	1.6%	– 25.7%	15	13
18	BMW	127	1.2%	+ 0.8%	15	317	1.4%	– 2.8%	18	17
19	Lexus	111	1.1%	– 20.7%	19	251	1.1%	+ 2.0%	19	19
20	Mini	96	0.9%	+ 45.5%	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	26
21	Omoda	92	0.9%	+ 48.4%	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	27
22	Skoda	89	0.9%	+ 8.5%	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	25
23	Audi	83	0.8%	+ 31.7%	n/a	192	0.9%	+ 32.4%	n/a	21
24	Land Rover	80	0.8%	+ 15.9%	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	22

New Zealand February 2026 – models:

Pos	Model	Feb-26	%	/25	Jan	2026	%	/25	Pos	FY25
1	Ford Ranger	761	7.5%	+ 44.7%	1	1,449	6.6%	+ 34.3%	1	2
2	Hyundai Tucson	418	4.1%	n/a	19	573	2.6%	n/a	5	15
3	Nissan Navara	411	4.0%	+ 147.6%	4	816	3.7%	+ 144.3%	3	9
4	Toyota RAV4	369	3.6%	– 48.7%	2	1,010	4.6%	– 41.9%	2	1
5	Mitsubishi ASX	308	3.0%	+ 25.7%	3	800	3.6%	+ 40.6%	4	4
6	Toyota Hilux	297	2.9%	– 50.6%	13	514	2.3%	– 57.7%	9	3
7	Ford Everest	275	2.7%	+ 108.3%	8	571	2.6%	+ 73.6%	6	6
8	Toyota Hiace	260	2.6%	+ 81.8%	10	515	2.3%	+ 95.1%	8	10
9	Mitsubishi Triton	259	2.5%	– 2.3%	12	493	2.2%	– 4.8%	10	7
10	MG ZS	243	2.4%	+ 24.6%	14	448	2.0%	+ 24.8%	14	12
11	Kia Seltos	233	2.3%	– 18.2%	11	475	2.2%	– 26.5%	12	8
12	Mitsubishi Outlander	205	2.0%	– 51.9%	5	568	2.6%	– 11.4%	7	5
13	Toyota Corolla Cross	151	1.5%	+ 4.9%	7	485	2.2%	+ 82.3%	11	20
14	Kia Sportage	146	1.4%	+ 53.7%	18	316	1.4%	+ 32.8%	18	21
15	Ford Transit	141	1.4%	+ 30.6%	n/a	221	1.0%	+ 12.2%	24	25
16	Nissan X-Trail	134	1.3%	– 24.3%	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	23
17	Suzuki Swift	133	1.3%	– 25.3%	16	323	1.5%	– 24.4%	17	16
18	Toyota Yaris Cross	132	1.3%	n/a	9	416	1.9%	n/a	15	11
19	Chery Tiggo 4 Pro	130	1.3%	new	22	261	1.2%	new	20	n/a
20	GWM Haval H6	125	1.2%	+ 38.9%	15	326	1.5%	+ 39.3%	16	17
21	Isuzu D-Max	115	1.1%	– 1.7%	23	242	1.1%	+ 23.5%	22	n/a
22	Kia Stonic	113	1.1%	– 20.4%	6	467	2.1%	+ 48.3%	13	24
23	Mazda CX-5	110	1.1%	– 23.6%	17	281	1.3%	+ 10.2%	19	19
24	Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross	108	1.1%	n/a	21	249	1.1%	n/a	21	n/a
25	Suzuki Jimny	102	1.0%	n/a	24	223	1.0%	n/a	23	n/a
26	BYD Shark 6	98	1.0%	– 44.9%	n/a	183	0.8%	– 50.8%	25	14
27	MG 3	96	0.9%	– 33.3%	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a
28	BYD Sealion 5	92	0.9%	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a
n/a	GWM Cannon	55	0.5%	n/a	n/a	99	0.5%	n/a	n/a	n/a
n/a	Fiat Ducato	40	0.4%	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a

Source: Autotalk

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The Toyota Corolla is the 2nd best-selling vehicle in Slovakia in February.

The Slovak new car market stabilises in February at -0.9% year-on-year to 6,151. This is however a poor result given February 2025 was down -19.4% on the year prior. Due to a disastrous January figure, the year-to-date tally remains in frank negative at -8.3% to 11,742. In the brands charts, Skoda (-6%) struggles but still manages a solid 19.6% share. In contrast Hyundai (+33.9%) excels and gains three spots on last month to #2 with 9.4% share vs. 7.1% so far this year. Sister brand Kia (+1.4%) is stable and steps up to #3. Toyota (-5.7%) and Volkswagen (-5.3%) round out the Top 5 in weak fashion. Meanwhile Suzuki (+95.1%) continues to surge and is up to #6 year-to-date vs. #14 over the Full Year 2025. Further down, Fiat (+248%) stands out at #17.

Model-wise, the Skoda Octavia (-25%) stays on top with 4.1% share despite a drastic year-on-year fall, with the Toyota Corolla (+98.3%) nipping at its heels with 3.8% share. The Corolla also ranks #2 year-to-date vs. #12 over the Full Year 2025. The Kia Ceed (-13.7%) disappoints at #3 ahead of the Skoda Karoq (+11.4%) and Hyundai i30 (+38%). The Hyundai Tucson (+75%), i20 (+72.2%), Skoda Kamiq (+42.4%) and Fabia (+27.1%) also shine below.

Previous month: Slovakia January 2026: Suzuki (+76.3%), Opel (+51.4%) defy weak market (-15.4%)

One year ago: Slovakia February 2025: Skoda places 6 models in Top 8 in freefalling market

Full February 2026 Top 40 All brands and Top 250 All models below.

Slovakia February 2026 – brands:

Pos	Brand	Feb-26	%	/25	Jan	2026	%	/25	Pos	Pos
1	Skoda	1,214	19.7%	– 6.0%	1	2,408	20.5%	– 3.9%	1	1
2	Hyundai	580	9.4%	+ 33.9%	5	835	7.1%	– 8.5%	5	5
3	Kia	572	9.3%	+ 1.4%	4	980	8.3%	– 21.0%	4	3
4	Toyota	559	9.1%	– 5.7%	3	1,144	9.7%	– 15.6%	3	4
5	Volkswagen	549	8.9%	– 5.3%	2	1,166	9.9%	– 4.3%	2	2
6	Suzuki	277	4.5%	+ 95.1%	9	478	4.1%	+ 86.7%	6	14
7	Citroen	244	4.0%	+ 10.4%	15	352	3.0%	– 15.0%	10	7
8	Ford	218	3.5%	+ 5.3%	12	353	3.0%	– 10.4%	8	10
9	Dacia	189	3.1%	– 27.6%	13	315	2.7%	– 34.2%	12	6
10	Peugeot	185	3.0%	– 9.3%	6	410	3.5%	– 14.8%	7	9
11	Mercedes	147	2.4%	– 17.9%	8	353	3.0%	– 16.5%	9	8
12	Renault	146	2.4%	– 13.6%	16	253	2.2%	– 20.4%	14	13
13	Opel	130	2.1%	– 28.6%	7	339	2.9%	+ 5.9%	11	15
14	BMW	126	2.0%	– 36.4%	10	310	2.6%	– 30.2%	13	11
15	Audi	124	2.0%	– 16.8%	17	214	1.8%	– 27.5%	16	12
16	MG	106	1.7%	+ 7.1%	28	140	1.2%	– 39.1%	18	16
17	Fiat	87	1.4%	+ 248.0%	14	196	1.7%	+ 263.0%	17	27
18	Nissan	76	1.2%	– 32.1%	11	215	1.8%	+ 20.1%	15	17
19	Ssangyong	73	1.2%	– 17.0%	34	84	0.7%	– 51.2%	25	18
20	Mazda	71	1.2%	+ 26.8%	26	108	0.9%	– 1.8%	21	23
21	Seat	47	0.8%	– 27.7%	19	114	1.0%	– 15.6%	20	22
22	Jeep	44	0.7%	+ 4.8%	21	100	0.9%	– 31.5%	23	25
23	Lexus	42	0.7%	– 27.6%	22	94	0.8%	– 41.6%	24	20
24	Honda	40	0.7%	– 23.1%	27	75	0.6%	– 24.2%	28	21
25	Alfa Romeo	39	0.6%	+ 95.0%	18	114	1.0%	+ 267.7%	19	29
26	Omoda	38	0.6%	new	33	50	0.4%	new	31	37
27	BYD	35	0.6%	new	20	100	0.9%	new	22	31
28	Volvo	35	0.6%	– 40.7%	23	84	0.7%	– 40.0%	26	19
29	Cupra	32	0.5%	– 5.9%	24	75	0.6%	+ 31.6%	27	24
30	Land Rover	27	0.4%	– 40.0%	25	69	0.6%	– 26.6%	29	26
31	Jaecoo	23	0.4%	new	29	51	0.4%	new	30	39
32	Subaru	19	0.3%	– 9.5%	36	25	0.2%	– 7.4%	35	30
33	DS	15	0.2%	+ 25.0%	35	25	0.2%	+ 25.0%	34	35
34	Leapmotor	15	0.2%	new	30	41	0.3%	new	32	34
35	Porsche	15	0.2%	– 11.8%	32	29	0.2%	– 31.0%	33	28
36	Mini	5	0.1%	+ 0.0%	37	9	0.1%	– 40.0%	37	33
37	DongFeng	3	0.0%	+ 50.0%	–	3	0.0%	– 50.0%	39	36
38	Mitsubishi	2	0.0%	– 81.8%	38	5	0.0%	– 77.3%	38	32
39	Ineos	1	0.0%	– 50.0%	41	2	0.0%	– 33.3%	40	44
40	Xpeng	1	0.0%	new	31	21	0.2%	new	36	38

Slovakia February 2026 – models:

Pos	Model	Feb-26	%	/25	Jan	2026	%	/25	Pos	FY25
1	Skoda Octavia	252	4.1%	– 25.0%	1	519	4.4%	– 16.6%	1	1
2	Toyota Corolla	232	3.8%	+ 98.3%	2	435	3.7%	+ 68.6%	2	12
3	Kia Ceed	221	3.6%	– 13.7%	4	397	3.4%	– 29.1%	3	2
4	Skoda Karoq	205	3.3%	+ 11.4%	6	381	3.2%	+ 5.5%	4	4
5	Hyundai i30	189	3.1%	+ 38.0%	63	209	1.8%	– 32.8%	13	6
6	Skoda Fabia	183	3.0%	+ 27.1%	3	362	3.1%	– 2.4%	5	3
7	Hyundai i20	167	2.7%	+ 72.2%	39	206	1.8%	+ 12.0%	14	11
8	Hyundai Tucson	154	2.5%	+ 75.0%	7	291	2.5%	+ 52.4%	7	10
9	Skoda Kodiaq	154	2.5%	+ 7.7%	8	290	2.5%	– 4.9%	8	7
10	Kia Sportage	146	2.4%	+ 2.8%	14	251	2.1%	– 17.2%	9	5
11	Skoda Kamiq	131	2.1%	+ 42.4%	5	307	2.6%	+ 43.5%	6	9
12	Suzuki SX4 S-Cross	131	2.1%	+ 104.7%	12	240	2.0%	+ 105.1%	11	23
13	Suzuki Vitara	126	2.0%	+ 137.7%	15	212	1.8%	+ 165.0%	12	32
14	Skoda Scala	120	2.0%	– 25.5%	9	248	2.1%	– 17.3%	10	8
15	Citroen C3	107	1.7%	– 19.5%	34	150	1.3%	– 31.5%	18	17
16	VW T-Cross	97	1.6%	+ 21.3%	27	150	1.3%	+ 17.2%	19	14
17	Toyota Yaris Cross	92	1.5%	+ 91.7%	18	171	1.5%	+ 61.3%	15	19
18	Kia Stonic	89	1.4%	+ 128.2%	48	119	1.0%	+ 50.6%	28	35
19	Ford Transit/Tourneo Custom	80	1.3%	+ 37.9%	33	126	1.1%	– 7.4%	25	34
20	Dacia Duster	77	1.3%	– 43.4%	53	106	0.9%	– 56.9%	33	13
21	Skoda Superb	75	1.2%	– 46.4%	26	135	1.1%	– 38.6%	23	15
22	Toyota Yaris	73	1.2%	+ 0.0%	36	114	1.0%	– 39.4%	31	20
23	VW Golf	72	1.2%	– 40.5%	23	138	1.2%	– 44.1%	22	21
24	VW Tiguan	69	1.1%	– 25.8%	20	142	1.2%	– 26.4%	20	16
25	Skoda Elroq	64	1.0%	+ 113.3%	28	116	1.0%	+ 262.5%	29	33
26	Ford Kuga	61	1.0%	+ 90.6%	57	88	0.7%	+ 0.0%	38	24
27	MG ZS	59	1.0%	– 14.5%	71	77	0.7%	– 51.0%	41	27
28	VW T-Roc	58	0.9%	+ 314.3%	13	167	1.4%	+ 279.5%	16	36
29	Peugeot 308	54	0.9%	+ 237.5%	92	68	0.6%	+ 44.7%	46	108
30	Nissan Qashqai	52	0.8%	– 44.1%	10	164	1.4%	+ 17.1%	17	31
31	SsangYong Korando	51	0.8%	+ 8.5%	124	60	0.5%	– 39.4%	51	37
32	VW Touran	51	0.8%	+ 45.7%	19	130	1.1%	+ 44.4%	24	52
33	Dacia Bigster	49	0.8%	new	22	115	1.0%	new	30	38
34	Opel Frontera	45	0.7%	new	24	110	0.9%	new	32	59
35	Fiat Panda	44	0.7%	n/a	30	94	0.8%	+ 9300.0%	36	106
36	Opel Mokka	43	0.7%	+ 377.8%	17	122	1.0%	+ 238.9%	26	89
37	Toyota Proace City Verso	43	0.7%	new	41	81	0.7%	new	40	88
38	Dacia Sandero	41	0.7%	– 28.1%	88	55	0.5%	– 52.2%	57	30
39	Jeep Avenger	41	0.7%	+ 10.8%	29	92	0.8%	– 24.6%	37	43
40	Kia K4	40	0.7%	new	61	62	0.5%	new	50	289
41	Peugeot 208	40	0.7%	– 9.1%	76	57	0.5%	– 55.1%	54	25
42	Citroen C5 Aircross	39	0.6%	+ 550.0%	79	55	0.5%	+ 243.8%	56	84
43	Renault Captur	39	0.6%	– 17.0%	56	67	0.6%	– 26.4%	48	51
44	Toyota C-HR	39	0.6%	– 26.4%	16	122	1.0%	– 24.7%	27	22
45	Citroen C3 Aircross	38	0.6%	n/a	46	70	0.6%	+ 1650.0%	44	80
46	VW Tayron	38	0.6%	+ 216.7%	25	101	0.9%	+ 741.7%	34	49
47	Audi Q3	37	0.6%	+ 54.2%	94	50	0.4%	– 7.4%	60	50
48	Hyundai Kona	37	0.6%	– 9.8%	62	58	0.5%	– 25.6%	53	48
49	VW Taigo	36	0.6%	– 34.5%	43	71	0.6%	– 45.8%	43	28
50	Mazda CX-30	35	0.6%	+ 169.2%	89	49	0.4%	+ 53.1%	62	111
51	VW Multivan	35	0.6%	– 45.3%	37	76	0.6%	– 40.2%	42	41
52	Fiat 600	34	0.6%	+ 466.7%	31	83	0.7%	+ 654.5%	39	104
53	VW Touareg	34	0.6%	+ 142.9%	44	68	0.6%	+ 38.8%	47	44
54	Ford Puma	33	0.5%	– 25.0%	114	43	0.4%	– 31.7%	71	60
55	MG HS	32	0.5%	+ 68.4%	109	43	0.4%	+ 19.4%	72	65
56	Alfa Romeo Junior	31	0.5%	+ 82.4%	21	97	0.8%	+ 321.7%	35	82
57	Citroen C4	30	0.5%	– 34.8%	146	36	0.3%	– 62.9%	81	26
58	Renault Clio	30	0.5%	– 48.3%	81	46	0.4%	– 34.3%	67	68
59	Citroen Berlingo	29	0.5%	+ 0.0%	128	37	0.3%	– 35.1%	78	53
60	Peugeot 3008	27	0.4%	– 56.5%	11	138	1.2%	+ 3.0%	21	40
61	Peugeot 2008	26	0.4%	– 27.8%	72	44	0.4%	– 37.1%	69	45
62	Mercedes GLE	24	0.4%	+ 20.0%	54	53	0.5%	+ 6.0%	59	54
63	Audi Q5	23	0.4%	+ 15.0%	38	62	0.5%	+ 26.5%	49	62
64	BMW X3	23	0.4%	– 34.3%	47	54	0.5%	– 10.0%	58	61
65	Skoda Enyaq	23	0.4%	+ 283.3%	97	36	0.3%	+ 176.9%	82	90
66	Jaecoo 7	22	0.4%	new	55	50	0.4%	new	61	224
67	Renault Trafic	22	0.4%	+ 633.3%	84	37	0.3%	+ 68.2%	79	56
68	Seat Leon	22	0.4%	– 21.4%	69	41	0.3%	– 33.9%	73	66
69	Toyota RAV4	22	0.4%	– 78.4%	42	59	0.5%	– 72.8%	52	18
70	Mercedes V Class	21	0.3%	+ 16.7%	32	69	0.6%	+ 86.5%	45	71
71	Audi Q8	20	0.3%	– 33.3%	126	28	0.2%	– 40.4%	91	69
72	Ford Transit/Tourneo Connect	20	0.3%	– 51.2%	115	30	0.3%	– 47.4%	87	115
73	Nissan X-Trail	20	0.3%	+ 42.9%	64	40	0.3%	+ 37.9%	74	79
74	Omoda 9	20	0.3%	new	–	20	0.2%	new	120	–
75	Dacia Jogger	19	0.3%	– 66.7%	87	33	0.3%	– 66.3%	83	39
76	Lexus ES	19	0.3%	+ 280.0%	68	38	0.3%	+ 153.3%	77	113
77	Toyota Proace	19	0.3%	– 79.1%	58	44	0.4%	– 74.9%	70	46
78	Kia Proceed	18	0.3%	– 14.3%	139	25	0.2%	– 64.8%	102	55
79	Kia Xceed	18	0.3%	– 45.5%	49	48	0.4%	– 40.7%	64	42
80	Mercedes GLC	18	0.3%	– 35.7%	50	48	0.4%	– 40.0%	65	47
81	Omoda 5	18	0.3%	new	103	30	0.3%	new	88	212
82	Suzuki Swift	18	0.3%	– 5.3%	160	23	0.2%	– 48.9%	110	93
83	Audi A3	17	0.3%	– 15.0%	162	21	0.2%	– 25.0%	114	74
84	BMW 5 Series	17	0.3%	– 22.7%	66	36	0.3%	– 18.2%	80	92
85	Kia Sorento	17	0.3%	– 55.3%	107	28	0.2%	– 60.0%	92	58
86	VW Caddy	17	0.3%	– 32.0%	205	20	0.2%	– 51.2%	121	91
87	BYD Seal U	16	0.3%	new	86	30	0.3%	new	86	–
88	Cupra Formentor	16	0.3%	+ 33.3%	112	26	0.2%	+ 4.0%	97	87
89	Peugeot 5008	16	0.3%	+ 166.7%	45	49	0.4%	+ 390.0%	63	117
90	BMW X5	15	0.2%	– 31.8%	60	38	0.3%	– 20.8%	76	73
91	Mercedes CLA	15	0.2%	+ 150.0%	131	23	0.2%	+ 64.3%	108	140
92	Opel Astra	15	0.2%	+ 7.1%	150	21	0.2%	– 34.4%	118	101
93	Renault Symbioz	15	0.2%	new	104	27	0.2%	new	95	122
94	Seat Arona	15	0.2%	+ 25.0%	51	45	0.4%	+ 87.5%	68	116
95	Toyota Aygo X	15	0.2%	– 57.1%	35	56	0.5%	– 24.3%	55	57
96	DS 7	14	0.2%	+ 27.3%	137	21	0.2%	+ 16.7%	115	192
97	Hyundai Santa Fe	14	0.2%	+ 0.0%	117	24	0.2%	– 17.2%	104	94
98	Mercedes G Class	14	0.2%	– 46.2%	90	28	0.2%	– 46.2%	93	78
99	BMW 3 Series	13	0.2%	– 51.9%	100	25	0.2%	– 41.9%	101	123
100	Honda HR-V	13	0.2%	– 40.9%	96	26	0.2%	– 16.1%	98	97
101	Ssangyong Rexton	13	0.2%	– 23.5%	255	14	0.1%	– 48.1%	143	139
102	BMW X7	12	0.2%	+ 0.0%	70	30	0.3%	+ 36.4%	85	107
103	Land Rover Defender	12	0.2%	+ 0.0%	74	29	0.2%	+ 3.6%	89	102
104	Renault Austral	12	0.2%	+ 0.0%	77	29	0.2%	+ 26.1%	90	98
105	BMW X2	11	0.2%	+ 450.0%	135	18	0.2%	+ 100.0%	124	158
106	Hyundai Bayon	11	0.2%	– 21.4%	116	21	0.2%	– 52.3%	116	70
107	MG 3	11	0.2%	+ 10.0%	225	13	0.1%	– 43.5%	145	125
108	Volvo XC90	11	0.2%	– 8.3%	105	23	0.2%	– 50.0%	111	96
109	VW ID.7	11	0.2%	– 26.7%	85	26	0.2%	+ 0.0%	100	109
110	Audi A5	10	0.2%	– 23.1%	144	16	0.1%	– 38.5%	132	112
111	BYD Sealion 7	10	0.2%	new	52	39	0.3%	new	75	100
112	Mazda3	10	0.2%	+ 11.1%	108	21	0.2%	+ 23.5%	117	144
113	Opel Corsa	10	0.2%	– 87.0%	91	24	0.2%	– 75.5%	107	64
114	Seat Ateca	10	0.2%	– 54.5%	82	26	0.2%	– 39.5%	99	105
115	VW Passat	10	0.2%	– 54.5%	78	27	0.2%	– 63.0%	96	63
116	Ford Focus Combi	9	0.1%	+ 28.6%	129	17	0.1%	+ 41.7%	128	147
117	Honda ZR-V	9	0.1%	+ 800.0%	188	12	0.1%	– 14.3%	147	143
118	Lexus LBX	9	0.1%	– 25.0%	140	16	0.1%	– 36.0%	133	131
119	Mercedes GLA	9	0.1%	+ 0.0%	119	19	0.2%	– 9.5%	122	119
120	Porsche Cayenne	9	0.1%	+ 80.0%	133	17	0.1%	+ 21.4%	130	124
121	Subaru Crosstrek	9	0.1%	+ 350.0%	175	13	0.1%	+ 550.0%	146	164
122	BMW X1	8	0.1%	– 52.9%	59	31	0.3%	– 38.0%	84	83
123	Cupra Leon	8	0.1%	+ 100.0%	113	18	0.2%	+ 100.0%	125	138
124	Cupra Terramar	8	0.1%	– 55.6%	67	27	0.2%	+ 17.4%	94	75
125	Honda CR-V	8	0.1%	– 66.7%	101	20	0.2%	– 54.5%	119	76
126	Mazda CX-80	8	0.1%	– 46.7%	191	11	0.1%	– 60.7%	154	127
127	Mercedes GLB	8	0.1%	+ 14.3%	171	12	0.1%	– 52.0%	150	128
128	Mercedes GLS	8	0.1%	– 57.9%	80	24	0.2%	– 42.9%	106	72
129	Opel Grandland	8	0.1%	– 83.3%	40	47	0.4%	– 42.0%	66	67
130	Peugeot Traveller	8	0.1%	– 46.7%	142	15	0.1%	– 37.5%	134	130
131	Renault Arkana	8	0.1%	– 20.0%	174	12	0.1%	– 47.8%	152	142
132	SsangYong Torres	8	0.1%	– 50.0%	–	8	0.1%	– 74.2%	179	120
133	Toyota BZ4X	8	0.1%	+ 166.7%	93	22	0.2%	+ 144.4%	113	183
134	Volvo XC60	8	0.1%	– 69.2%	110	19	0.2%	– 55.8%	123	77
135	Ford Courier	7	0.1%	– 50.0%	73	24	0.2%	– 7.7%	103	95
136	Leapmotor B10	7	0.1%	new	83	22	0.2%	new	112	197
137	Leapmotor C10	7	0.1%	new	118	17	0.1%	new	129	203
138	Lexus NX	7	0.1%	– 75.0%	75	24	0.2%	– 68.4%	105	81
139	Mazda CX-60	7	0.1%	+ 16.7%	246	8	0.1%	– 11.1%	174	141
140	Mazda2	7	0.1%	+ 0.0%	–	7	0.1%	– 41.7%	183	188
141	Peugeot Rifter	7	0.1%	n/a	157	12	0.1%	n/a	151	129
142	Skoda Enyaq Coupe	7	0.1%	– 87.5%	143	14	0.1%	– 79.7%	142	118
143	Subaru Outback	7	0.1%	– 22.2%	–	7	0.1%	– 46.2%	190	136
144	Toyota Land Cruiser	7	0.1%	– 46.2%	120	17	0.1%	– 46.9%	131	133
145	Audi A6	6	0.1%	– 62.5%	163	10	0.1%	– 54.5%	157	110
146	BMW X6	6	0.1%	– 14.3%	127	14	0.1%	– 12.5%	139	145
147	Kia Picanto	6	0.1%	+ 20.0%	217	8	0.1%	– 38.5%	172	151
148	Mercedes A Class	6	0.1%	+ 20.0%	222	8	0.1%	– 33.3%	175	150
149	Range Rover Sport	6	0.1%	– 45.5%	134	14	0.1%	– 39.1%	141	134
150	Renault Rafale	6	0.1%	– 64.7%	159	11	0.1%	– 72.5%	156	126
151	Volvo ES90	6	0.1%	new	176	10	0.1%	new	161	–
152	VW ID.3	6	0.1%	– 40.0%	177	10	0.1%	– 9.1%	163	171
153	Alfa Romeo Stelvio	5	0.1%	+ 400.0%	161	9	0.1%	+ 125.0%	164	220
154	Audi Q7	5	0.1%	+ 0.0%	121	14	0.1%	– 53.3%	136	99
155	BMW 2 Series	5	0.1%	+ 150.0%	122	14	0.1%	+ 133.3%	137	175
156	Honda Civic	5	0.1%	+ 400.0%	186	8	0.1%	+ 300.0%	169	177
157	Honda Jazz	5	0.1%	+ 25.0%	187	8	0.1%	+ 0.0%	170	165
158	Kia EV3	5	0.1%	– 37.5%	138	12	0.1%	– 42.9%	148	149
159	Opel Combo	5	0.1%	– 44.4%	196	8	0.1%	– 65.2%	177	148
160	Renault Kangoo	5	0.1%	– 66.7%	203	8	0.1%	– 52.9%	178	156
161	Toyota Camry	5	0.1%	n/a	98	18	0.2%	+ 1700.0%	126	330
162	Volvo XC40	5	0.1%	– 58.3%	99	18	0.2%	– 25.0%	127	103
163	VW Polo	5	0.1%	+ 150.0%	178	9	0.1%	+ 12.5%	166	185
164	BMW 7 Series	4	0.1%	+ 33.3%	165	8	0.1%	– 38.5%	168	169
165	BYD Atto 2	4	0.1%	new	209	6	0.1%	new	193	–
166	Fiat 500	4	0.1%	+ 0.0%	237	5	0.0%	– 44.4%	204	254
167	Fiat Doblo	4	0.1%	– 66.7%	123	13	0.1%	– 55.2%	144	155
168	Kia EV5	4	0.1%	new	–	4	0.0%	new	217	–
169	Lexus RX	4	0.1%	– 20.0%	170	8	0.1%	– 66.7%	173	135
170	Mazda6	4	0.1%	+ 300.0%	141	11	0.1%	+ 1000.0%	155	316
171	Mercedes C Class	4	0.1%	– 50.0%	130	12	0.1%	– 7.7%	149	159
172	Mercedes Vito	4	0.1%	+ 33.3%	149	10	0.1%	+ 66.7%	160	162
173	Nissan Juke	4	0.1%	– 20.0%	156	9	0.1%	+ 28.6%	165	206
174	Opel Vivaro	4	0.1%	– 20.0%	197	7	0.1%	– 41.7%	185	157
175	Porsche 911	4	0.1%	– 20.0%	198	7	0.1%	+ 0.0%	186	173
176	Range Rover Evoque	4	0.1%	– 20.0%	200	7	0.1%	+ 0.0%	188	194
177	Renault 5	4	0.1%	new	202	7	0.1%	new	189	154
178	Toyota Prius	4	0.1%	n/a	257	5	0.0%	n/a	210	257
179	Volvo V60	4	0.1%	+ 300.0%	151	10	0.1%	+ 150.0%	162	223
180	BMW 1 Series	3	0.0%	+ 50.0%	181	6	0.1%	– 57.1%	191	178
181	BMW 2 Series Active/Gran Tourer	3	0.0%	– 57.1%	–	3	0.0%	– 89.3%	224	168
182	BYD Seal	3	0.0%	new	136	10	0.1%	new	158	–
183	Dacia Spring	3	0.0%	– 72.7%	184	6	0.1%	– 70.0%	195	161
184	Dongfeng Box S31	3	0.0%	+ 50.0%	–	3	0.0%	– 50.0%	226	191
185	Ford Explorer	3	0.0%	+ 0.0%	168	7	0.1%	+ 16.7%	182	174
186	Ford Transit Courier	3	0.0%	n/a	212	5	0.0%	n/a	205	–
187	Hyundai Ioniq 9	3	0.0%	new	189	6	0.1%	new	198	262
188	Kia Niro	3	0.0%	– 66.7%	244	4	0.0%	– 77.8%	218	166
189	Kia PV5	3	0.0%	new	218	5	0.0%	new	206	294
190	Lexus UX	3	0.0%	– 50.0%	190	6	0.1%	– 68.4%	199	167
191	Mercedes CLE	3	0.0%	+ 50.0%	192	6	0.1%	+ 50.0%	200	205
192	Mercedes Sprinter	3	0.0%	+ 50.0%	155	8	0.1%	+ 100.0%	176	232
193	Mini Cooper	3	0.0%	– 25.0%	172	7	0.1%	– 46.2%	184	152
194	Peugeot 408	3	0.0%	new	65	23	0.2%	new	109	–
195	Range Rover Velar	3	0.0%	– 50.0%	201	6	0.1%	– 50.0%	201	186
196	Subaru Forester	3	0.0%	– 70.0%	229	5	0.0%	– 58.3%	209	153
197	VW ID.4	3	0.0%	– 75.0%	106	15	0.1%	– 6.3%	135	146
198	Alfa Romeo Giulia	2	0.0%	n/a	206	4	0.0%	+ 100.0%	211	241
199	Audi Q2	2	0.0%	+ 0.0%	180	5	0.0%	– 16.7%	202	202
200	Audi Q4	2	0.0%	+ 0.0%	–	2	0.0%	+ 0.0%	238	244
201	BMW i4	2	0.0%	– 81.8%	207	4	0.0%	– 78.9%	213	190
202	BMW IX	2	0.0%	+ 100.0%	166	6	0.1%	+ 0.0%	192	187
203	Ford Focus	2	0.0%	+ 100.0%	–	2	0.0%	+ 0.0%	243	255
204	Hyundai i10	2	0.0%	– 92.3%	148	8	0.1%	– 81.8%	171	85
205	Jeep Grand Cherokee	2	0.0%	+ 0.0%	216	4	0.0%	+ 33.3%	216	267
206	Kia EV4	2	0.0%	new	102	14	0.1%	new	140	250
207	Mercedes AMG GT	2	0.0%	+ 100.0%	248	3	0.0%	+ 200.0%	230	243
208	Mercedes B Class	2	0.0%	+ 100.0%	223	4	0.0%	+ 33.3%	220	270
209	Mercedes Citan	2	0.0%	+ 0.0%	224	4	0.0%	– 33.3%	221	198
210	Mercedes E Class	2	0.0%	– 60.0%	132	10	0.1%	– 47.4%	159	132
211	Mercedes T-class	2	0.0%	+ 0.0%	249	3	0.0%	– 25.0%	234	245
212	MG 4	2	0.0%	+ 100.0%	226	4	0.0%	– 69.2%	222	182
213	Mini Countryman	2	0.0%	+ 100.0%	–	2	0.0%	+ 0.0%	252	253
214	Peugeot 508	2	0.0%	– 66.7%	–	2	0.0%	– 92.3%	255	86
215	Peugeot Partner	2	0.0%	– 89.5%	–	2	0.0%	– 95.3%	256	160
216	Porsche Macan	2	0.0%	– 33.3%	199	5	0.0%	– 54.5%	207	189
217	Range Rover	2	0.0%	– 50.0%	158	7	0.1%	– 36.4%	187	180
218	Renault Scenic E-Tech	2	0.0%	new	–	2	0.0%	new	257	284
219	Suzuki Across	2	0.0%	– 66.7%	256	3	0.0%	– 76.9%	235	209
220	VW Caravelle	2	0.0%	n/a	259	3	0.0%	n/a	236	226
221	VW ID.5	2	0.0%	+ 100.0%	152	8	0.1%	+ 100.0%	180	216
222	VW ID.BUZZ	2	0.0%	+ 0.0%	260	3	0.0%	+ 50.0%	237	247
223	Alfa Romeo Tonale	1	0.0%	– 50.0%	179	4	0.0%	+ 100.0%	212	295
224	Audi A4	1	0.0%	+ 0.0%	–	1	0.0%	– 90.9%	261	260
225	Audi Q6	1	0.0%	– 90.0%	164	5	0.0%	– 58.3%	203	181
226	BMW 4 Series	1	0.0%	– 93.3%	95	14	0.1%	– 62.2%	138	114
227	BMW iX1	1	0.0%	– 66.7%	230	2	0.0%	– 60.0%	240	214
228	BYD Dolphin Surf	1	0.0%	new	145	7	0.1%	new	181	–
229	BYD Seal 5	1	0.0%	new	153	6	0.1%	new	194	248
230	Citroen Spacetourer	1	0.0%	– 83.3%	183	4	0.0%	– 80.0%	214	121
231	DS No8	1	0.0%	new	236	2	0.0%	new	242	–
232	Fiat Ducato	1	0.0%	n/a	–	1	0.0%	n/a	267	288
233	Hyundai Inster	1	0.0%	– 75.0%	154	6	0.1%	+ 20.0%	197	172
234	Hyundai Ioniq 5	1	0.0%	– 75.0%	–	1	0.0%	– 90.9%	269	211
235	Hyundai Ioniq 6	1	0.0%	– 85.7%	213	3	0.0%	– 76.9%	228	229
236	Ineos Grenadier	1	0.0%	– 50.0%	239	2	0.0%	– 33.3%	246	266
237	Jaecoo 5	1	0.0%	new	–	1	0.0%	new	270	–
238	Jeep Compass	1	0.0%	+ 0.0%	215	3	0.0%	– 25.0%	229	201
239	Leapmotor T03	1	0.0%	new	245	2	0.0%	new	248	258
240	MG Cyberster	1	0.0%	n/a	–	1	0.0%	+ 0.0%	276	283
241	MG S5	1	0.0%	new	250	2	0.0%	new	251	252
242	Mitsubishi ASX	1	0.0%	– 80.0%	251	2	0.0%	– 75.0%	253	137
243	Mitsubishi Grandis	1	0.0%	new	–	1	0.0%	new	277	326
244	Renault 4	1	0.0%	new	173	5	0.0%	new	208	264
245	Renault Espace	1	0.0%	+ 0.0%	–	1	0.0%	– 85.7%	280	219
246	Renault Megane E-Tech	1	0.0%	n/a	–	1	0.0%	+ 0.0%	281	319
247	SsangYong Actyon	1	0.0%	new	254	2	0.0%	new	259	233
248	Volvo EX30	1	0.0%	– 50.0%	204	4	0.0%	– 33.3%	223	184
249	VW California	1	0.0%	n/a	258	2	0.0%	n/a	260	–
250	Xpeng G6	1	0.0%	new	111	12	0.1%	new	153	–

Source: ZAP

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The Kia Picanto is once again the most popular vehicle in Colombia.

New vehicle sales in Colombia continue to surge, at +49.5% year-on-year in February to 25,582 units. This way, the year-to-date tally is now up 44.6% to 45,580. This the highest February volume in 12 years. Kia (+48.4%) follows the market to remain in the brands pole position by far with 14.6% share. It is followed like last month by Renault (+6.4%) down to 9.6% share. Chevrolet (+65.5%) advances two spots on January to #3, distancing Toyota (+25.8%) and Mazda (+9%) both weak. BYD (+136.9%) scores the biggest year-on-year gain in the Top 10 ahead of Foton (+132.3%). Notice Tesla ranking at #18 with 1.2% share for its first month in this market.

Model-wise, the Kia Picanto (+102.5%) once again doubles its year-ago volume to repeat at #1 and sign a third win in the past 6 months (add last September). The Toyota Corolla Cross (+164.4%) rallies back up six spots on last month to #2 ahead of the Kia K3. The Renault Duster Nacional (-2.4%) suffers at #4 as it ranked #1 a year ago. The BYD Yuan Up (+152.9%) brilliantly rounds out the Top 5 after ranking #4 last December. Excellent performance by the Hyundai Kona (+132.3%) up to a new record 7th place. Notice also the Ford Territory up to #15 and the Tesla Model 3 landing directly at #23.

Previous month: Colombia January 2026: Kia Picanto and K3 best-sellers in euphoric market (+38.9%)

One year ago: Colombia February 2025: Renault Duster takes charge

Full February 2026 Top 30 brands and Top 75 models below.

Colombia February 2026 – brands:

Pos	Brand	Feb-26	%	/25	Jan	2026	%	/25	Pos	FY25
1	Kia	3,733	14.6%	+ 48.4%	1	6,701	14.7%	+ 54.6%	1	1
2	Renault	2,463	9.6%	+ 6.4%	2	5,062	11.1%	+ 11.4%	2	2
3	Chevrolet	2,302	9.0%	+ 65.5%	5	3,738	8.2%	+ 39.3%	4	5
4	Toyota	2,250	8.8%	+ 25.8%	4	3,835	8.4%	+ 20.3%	3	3
5	Mazda	1,953	7.6%	+ 9.0%	3	3,576	7.8%	+ 17.4%	5	4
6	Nissan	1,281	5.0%	+ 43.6%	7	2,175	4.8%	+ 20.8%	6	7
7	BYD	1,142	4.5%	+ 136.9%	8	1,951	4.3%	+ 94.5%	8	10
8	Hyundai	1,006	3.9%	+ 32.9%	10	1,776	3.9%	+ 29.4%	9	8
9	Suzuki	994	3.9%	+ 22.4%	6	2,168	4.8%	+ 59.3%	7	6
10	Foton	920	3.6%	+ 132.3%	11	1,486	3.3%	+ 100.8%	11	12
11	Volkswagen	919	3.6%	+ 40.7%	9	1,702	3.7%	+ 39.6%	10	9
12	Ford	734	2.9%	+ 42.8%	12	1,247	2.7%	+ 29.9%	12	11
13	JMC	490	1.9%	+ 260.3%	13	835	1.8%	+ 196.1%	13	17
14	JAC	470	1.8%	+ 128.2%	16	723	1.6%	+ 90.3%	14	14
15	Chery	354	1.4%	+ 378.4%	14	642	1.4%	+ 858.2%	15	18
16	Dongfeng	346	1.4%	+ 367.6%	15	616	1.4%	+ 359.7%	16	21
17	BMW	303	1.2%	+ 133.1%	26	409	0.9%	+ 66.3%	21	15
18	Tesla	296	1.2%	new	–	296	0.6%	new	25	–
19	Changan-Deepal	274	1.1%	+ 321.5%	20	484	1.1%	n/a	17	23
20	Citroen	269	1.1%	+ 86.8%	19	483	1.1%	+ 90.2%	18	16
21	Mercedes	219	0.9%	– 6.4%	18	437	1.0%	+ 4.8%	19	13
22	MG	197	0.8%	+ 34.9%	23	328	0.7%	n/a	22	24
23	Peugeot	188	0.7%	+ 59.3%	17	414	0.9%	n/a	20	20
24	Honda	171	0.7%	+ 39.0%	22	312	0.7%	n/a	24	22
25	Subaru	151	0.6%	+ 5.6%	27	256	0.6%	– 4.1%	26	19
26	Jeep	144	0.6%	+ 364.5%	21	312	0.7%	+ 387.5%	23	27
27	Volvo	139	0.5%	– 17.3%	30	219	0.5%	– 22.3%	28	25
28	Sinotruk	139	0.5%	+ 595.0%	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a
29	Daewoo	128	0.5%	+ 374.1%	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a
30	Kenworth	124	0.5%	+ 785.7%	25	237	0.5%	+ 383.7%	27	n/a

Colombia February 2026 – models:

Pos	Model	Feb-26	%	/25	Jan	2026	%	/25	Pos	FY25
1	Kia Picanto	1,215	4.7%	+ 102.5%	1	2,104	4.6%	+ 104.1%	1	4
2	Toyota Corolla Cross	989	3.9%	+ 164.4%	8	1,414	3.1%	+ 55.7%	3	5
3	Kia K3	855	3.3%	n/a	2	1,525	3.3%	n/a	2	1
4	Renault Duster Nacional	656	2.6%	– 2.4%	4	1,210	2.7%	+ 7.9%	4	3
5	BYD Yuan Up	617	2.4%	+ 152.9%	12	1,007	2.2%	+ 90.7%	6	8
6	Mazda CX-30	603	2.4%	+ 0.0%	3	1,187	2.6%	+ 15.5%	5	2
7	Hyundai Kona	532	2.1%	+ 132.3%	10	928	2.0%	n/a	7	15
8	Kia Sportage	499	2.0%	n/a	16	823	1.8%	n/a	11	26
9	Mazda2	465	1.8%	– 14.2%	9	881	1.9%	– 7.0%	8	7
10	Chevrolet Onix	455	1.8%	+ 17.3%	11	847	1.9%	+ 22.2%	10	6
11	Mazda CX-5	428	1.7%	+ 28.1%	13	786	1.7%	n/a	12	17
12	Chevrolet NHR	371	1.5%	n/a	47	495	1.1%	n/a	24	49
13	JMC CHR	369	1.4%	n/a	21	629	1.4%	n/a	17	42
14	Toyota Hilux	368	1.4%	+ 1.9%	29	564	1.2%	– 4.1%	22	11
15	Ford Territory	358	1.4%	new	23	596	1.3%	new	18	n/a
16	Suzuki Swift	353	1.4%	+ 48.3%	5	881	1.9%	n/a	9	10
17	Nissan Frontier	348	1.4%	n/a	22	595	1.3%	+ 107.3%	19	22
18	Renault Logan	346	1.4%	+ 31.1%	7	774	1.7%	+ 33.0%	13	12
19	Renault Arkana	322	1.3%	+ 33.6%	20	591	1.3%	+ 10.9%	20	13
20	Kia Stonic	310	1.2%	n/a	19	583	1.3%	n/a	21	41
21	Renault Kwid	309	1.2%	+ 12.0%	15	638	1.4%	+ 26.6%	16	14
22	Renault Kardian	305	1.2%	– 12.9%	14	646	1.4%	– 21.3%	15	9
23	Tesla Model 3	296	1.2%	new	–	296	0.6%	new	42	–
24	Mazda CX-50	272	1.1%	n/a	40	411	0.9%	n/a	29	44
25	Chery iCAR 03	264	1.0%	new	25	474	1.0%	new	26	66
26	Toyota Fortuner	264	1.0%	n/a	28	464	1.0%	n/a	27	34
27	Chevrolet Tracker	245	1.0%	n/a	24	458	1.0%	n/a	28	27
28	Nissan Versa	245	1.0%	n/a	52	339	0.7%	n/a	38	35
29	Nissan Kicks Play	230	0.9%	– 33.9%	33	405	0.9%	– 39.4%	30	24
30	Ford Ranger	227	0.9%	n/a	37	379	0.8%	+ 57.9%	32	32
31	Hyundai Tucson	218	0.9%	n/a	36	377	0.8%	+ 69.8%	33	23
32	Kia Sonet	217	0.8%	n/a	18	490	1.1%	n/a	25	19
33	Toyota Prado	214	0.8%	– 46.0%	6	682	1.5%	+ 14.8%	14	16
34	Kia Soluto	207	0.8%	n/a	30	398	0.9%	n/a	31	33
35	Nissan X-Trail	202	0.8%	n/a	34	371	0.8%	n/a	34	29
36	BYD Seagull	198	0.8%	n/a	35	366	0.8%	n/a	35	25
37	VW T-Cross	197	0.8%	n/a	39	341	0.7%	n/a	37	20
38	Foton FRR 6.9 toneladas	193	0.8%	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	63
39	VW Polo	179	0.7%	n/a	17	501	1.1%	n/a	23	18
40	VW Tera	170	0.7%	new	n/a	n/a	n/a	new	n/a	61
41	Deepal S05	163	0.6%	new	43	297	0.7%	new	41	98
42	Nissan Nueva Kicks	162	0.6%	new	45	289	0.6%	new	44	39
43	Chevrolet NLR	160	0.6%	n/a	62	233	0.5%	n/a	49	76
44	Suzuki S-Cross	159	0.6%	n/a	64	228	0.5%	n/a	51	30
45	Suzuki Fronx	157	0.6%	n/a	27	358	0.8%	n/a	36	28
46	Renault Stepway	154	0.6%	n/a	44	283	0.6%	n/a	46	21
47	Toyota Corolla Sedan	153	0.6%	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	31
48	Suzuki Dzire	150	0.6%	new	41	286	0.6%	new	45	69
49	Kia Eko Taxi	146	0.6%	n/a	63	217	0.5%	n/a	52	43
50	Peugeot 2008	145	0.6%	n/a	31	328	0.7%	n/a	39	48
51	Hyundai Grand Metro Taxi	140	0.5%	n/a	60	214	0.5%	n/a	55	46
52	BYD Song Plus	132	0.5%	n/a	55	215	0.5%	n/a	53	78
53	Chevrolet Colorado	127	0.5%	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	45
54	Suzuki Jimny	123	0.5%	n/a	32	306	0.7%	n/a	40	38
55	Daewoo LR7D9-Maxen	121	0.5%	n/a	70	179	0.4%	n/a	n/a	n/a
56	Kenworth T880	120	0.5%	n/a	48	232	0.5%	n/a	50	95
57	Jeep Avenger	118	0.5%	new	42	253	0.6%	new	47	80
58	MG ZS	117	0.5%	n/a	58	197	0.4%	n/a	n/a	70
59	Chevrolet FRR	113	0.4%	n/a	73	170	0.4%	n/a	n/a	83
60	Foton FHR	113	0.4%	n/a	50	215	0.5%	n/a	54	77
61	Kia Niro	111	0.4%	n/a	51	212	0.5%	n/a	n/a	40
62	JAC JHR Largo	106	0.4%	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	75
63	Toyota Yaris Cross	102	0.4%	n/a	38	246	0.5%	n/a	48	37
64	Mazda3	100	0.4%	n/a	53	188	0.4%	n/a	n/a	47
65	VW Taos	98	0.4%	n/a	61	172	0.4%	n/a	n/a	86
66	Renault Oroch	91	0.4%	n/a	49	203	0.4%	n/a	n/a	52
67	Chevrolet N400	88	0.3%	n/a	57	168	0.4%	n/a	n/a	71
68	Renault Kangoo	88	0.3%	n/a	67	150	0.3%	n/a	n/a	67
69	Chevrolet Captiva	86	0.3%	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	55
70	Renault Duster E-Tech	85	0.3%	n/a	26	295	0.6%	n/a	43	54
71	BMW X3	83	0.3%	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	93
72	VW Nivus	80	0.3%	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	50
73	Dongfeng Box	79	0.3%	new	n/a	n/a	n/a	new	n/a	n/a
74	Nissan Qashqai	78	0.3%	n/a	71	136	0.3%	n/a	n/a	68
75	Subaru Crosstrek	78	0.3%	n/a	75	135	0.3%	n/a	n/a	62

Source: Andemos