Used car market trends show combustion engine dominance in Ourense

The used car market is undergoing a significant transformation characterized by increased diversity in vehicle profiles and propulsion systems. By 2026, the market includes a wide range of options, from high-mileage older models to nearly new vehicles, encompassing gasoline, diesel, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electric engines. Major manufacturers such as Audi, Volkswagen, SEAT, Škoda, and CUPRA are prominent in this evolving landscape.

In the province of Ourense, Spain, data from the end of 2025 reveals that 97% of the vehicle fleet remains dependent on internal combustion engines. While electrified vehicles are gaining traction in new car sales, their presence in the total fleet remains residual. This trend is largely driven by the dominant second-hand market, where combustion engines prevail. Within this segment, a competition persists between diesel and gasoline; diesel maintains a historical advantage due to agricultural and freight transport needs, though gasoline is gradually closing the gap in new vehicle sales.