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Turkish automotive market contraction and EV trends

Overview

The Turkish automotive market continues to face stagnation and contraction. Following a 20.1 percent decline in new motor vehicle registrations in August 2026, the downward trend intensified in September. Total sales for the combined automotive and light commercial vehicle market fell by 24.33 percent in September compared to the previous year, reaching 83,469 units. Automobile sales specifically saw a 27.8 percent decline. For the first nine months of 2026, the total market shrank by 13.39 percent year-on-year to 803,465 units.

Data from the European Automobile Manufacturers' Association (ACEA) indicates that Turkey holds the position of the sixth-largest automotive market in Europe, though it experienced a 13.78 percent contraction, marking the sharpest decline among Europe's ten largest markets. While total passenger car sales fell by 15.45 percent in the first nine months of 2026 to 627,977 units, there is a significant shift toward electrification. According to the Automotive Distributors and Mobility Association (ODMD), electric and hybrid models accounted for 51.9 percent of all car sales during this period. In September 2026, despite the broader market decline, fully electric vehicle sales grew by 18.6 percent, reaching a 23.7 percent market share.

In the second-hand market, sales showed quarterly growth in Q3 2026, reaching approximately 1.84 million units compared to 1.72 million in Q2. However, total third-quarter sales decreased by 9 percent compared to the same period last year. The ratio of used car sales to new car sales increased from 7.4 to 8.8 during this period. In September, second-hand car prices rose by 1%, marking the highest monthly increase in six months, though the annual increase of 8% remains below inflation.

Entities

Turkey · TOGG · Renault · Automotive Distributors and Mobility Association · Volkswagen

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Timeline

  1. [BUSINESS] 6 sources
    Turkey second-hand car sales rise in Q3 2026

    Turkey's second-hand car sales rose to 1.84 million units in Q3 2026, increasing the used-to-new car sales ratio to 8.8.

  2. [BUSINESS] 8 sources
    Türkiye car sales and EU market share decline

    Türkiye's passenger car sales fell 15.45% in early 2026, and the country is seeing a decline in its export market share within the European Union.

  3. [BUSINESS] 5 sources
    Turkey maintains position as Europe's sixth largest auto market

    Turkey remains Europe's sixth largest auto market despite a 15.45 percent sales drop, while domestic EV maker Togg rose to second place in September registrations.

  4. [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    Turkey second-hand online vehicle listings drop 12.5%

    Turkey's online second-hand vehicle market saw a 12.5% drop in corporate listings in September, though total sales remained resilient with only a 2% decline.

  5. [BUSINESS] 21 sources
    Turkey vehicle registrations reach 35 million in September 2026

    Turkey's total registered vehicle count reached 35 million in September 2026, despite an 18% annual drop in new registrations. Electric and hybrid vehicle numbers continue to rise significantly.

  6. [BUSINESS] 13 sources
    Turkey automotive market shifts to electric and hybrid models

    Electric and hybrid vehicles now represent 51.9% of Turkey's car sales for the first nine months of the year, even as the overall automotive market faces a contraction due to credit access issues.

  7. [BUSINESS] 5 sources
    Germany leads European auto market as Turkey sees sales decline

    Germany leads Europe's automotive market, while Turkey ranks sixth despite a 13.78% decline in total car sales and a 12% drop in electric vehicle sales.

  8. [BUSINESS] 6 sources
    Turkey automotive market contraction reduces tax revenue

    Turkey's automotive market contracted by 11.91% in early 2026, leading to a decline in Special Consumption Tax revenues despite higher taxes per vehicle. Electric vehicle resale prices average 20.3% below new.

  9. [BUSINESS] 8 sources
    Turkey automotive market sees price shifts and sales stagnation

    Turkey's automotive market faces a 25% decline in sales due to high interest rates, prompting brands to offer September discounts and Togg to drive competitive pricing against foreign manufacturers.

  10. [BUSINESS] 23 sources
    Turkey automotive market contracts 20% in August

    Turkey's automotive market fell 20.28% in August 2026. Despite the decline, Togg's T10X became the top-selling model, and SUV models continued to dominate with a 66.1% market share.

  11. [BUSINESS] 7 sources
    Togg T10X ranks 9th in electric vehicle longevity assessment

    A technical evaluation of electric vehicle longevity has ranked the Togg T10X 9th, following leaders like Tesla and BYD.

Sources

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