Turkey automotive market contracts 20% in August

Turkey’s automotive market experienced a significant contraction in August 2026, with total sales of passenger cars and light commercial vehicles falling 20.28% year-on-year to 81,031 units. Passenger car sales specifically dropped by 25.16%, reaching 61,529 units, while light commercial vehicle sales saw a marginal increase of 0.34%. For the first eight months of the year, the total market declined by 11.91% compared to the same period in 2025.

Despite the overall market downturn, the domestic electric vehicle brand Togg saw notable success. The Togg T10X became the most preferred model in August with 2,939 units sold. Togg’s two models, the T10X and T10F, both secured positions within the top five monthly sales. Renault maintained its position as the leading brand in the market, followed by Volkswagen and Toyota.

Consumer preferences showed a strong leaning toward SUV models, which accounted for 66.1% of the market share. Additionally, the A, B, and C segments dominated the market, representing 84.3% of total sales. While gasoline vehicles remained the most common fuel type at 40.8%, the combined share of electric and hybrid vehicles reached a significant level, with electric vehicles accounting for approximately 18.8% of sales during the January-August period.