Popular Cars in Ukraine 2025: Which Models Drivers Choose and Why Electric Cars Are Losing Market.

Cars that are most popular among Ukrainians

Oleg Nazarenko, the General Director of the All-Ukrainian Association of Car Importers and Dealers (VAAID), stated that among the most popular cars among Ukrainians are Renault, Škoda Octavia, Hyundai, and Toyota. Mercedes-Benz and BMW are also popular.

The dynamics of car purchases during war years

Sales of passenger cars significantly decreased in 2022 due to the circumstances of war, but are gradually recovering. It is projected that the highest level of sales will be reached after the conflict ends.

The impact of the economic situation on the car market

Oleg Nazarenko explained how currency fluctuations affect the car market, noting that foreign cars will become cheaper in Ukraine because of this.

Forecasts for the car market in Ukraine

Nazarenko believes that no radical changes in the car market in Ukraine should be expected in the next 5 years. He also emphasized that imports of electric cars will significantly decrease by 2026.

According to the General Director of the All-Ukrainian Association of Car Importers and Dealers, cars from manufacturers such as Renault, Škoda, Hyundai, Toyota, Mercedes-Benz, and BMW are popular among Ukrainians. Due to economic and wartime circumstances, car sales fell in 2022, but have started to rise over time; however, it is expected that the highest level of sales will be achieved after the conflict ends. Currency fluctuations affect prices for foreign cars, which may lead to their depreciation in Ukraine.