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Volkswagen T-Roc leads European car sales in August
The Volkswagen T-Roc emerged as the best-selling car in Europe for August 2026, recording 12,185 registrations. The compact SUV, produced at the Autoeuropa plant in Portugal, narrowly beat the Dacia Sandero, which secured second place with 11,996 units. The Volkswagen Golf followed in third with 11,752 units. Despite the T-Roc's monthly lead, the Dacia Sandero maintains the top position for cumulative sales in 2026.
In the broader European market, electric vehicles (EVs) are seeing significant growth. In August 2026, EV registrations in the EU rose by 62.7% compared to the previous year, reaching a 27.7% market share. This growth comes as registrations for petrol and diesel vehicles have declined significantly.
Automakers are also updating their lineups to meet shifting demands. Volvo has introduced new plug-in hybrid versions of the XC60 and XC90 with significantly increased electric ranges, with the XC60 capable of up to 200 km on electric power. Additionally, Volkswagen has launched a new generation of the T-Roc, featuring an all-hybrid powertrain and updated design elements.
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Dacia · Dataforce · Europe · Sandero · T-Roc · Tesla · Toyota · Volkswagen · Volvo
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- [● 2 SOURCES] The Volkswagen Golf ranked third in August with 11,752 units. autogear.pt · www.autotypos.gr
- [● 2 SOURCES] The Dacia Sandero ranked second in August with 11,996 units. autogear.pt · www.autotypos.gr
- [● 2 SOURCES] The Volkswagen T-Roc was the best-selling car in Europe in August 2026. autogear.pt · www.autotypos.gr
- [● 2 SOURCES] The Volkswagen T-Roc recorded 12,185 registrations in August. autogear.pt · www.autotypos.gr
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Dacia Sandero leads cumulative sales for the first eight months of 2026 with 145,424 units. autogear.pt
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Volkswagen T-Roc Full Hybrid 136 KM is available for pre-sale in Poland starting at 138,990 PLN. autogaleria.pl