Netherlands Car Sales Data

Sales of New Cars In Netherlands – Data, Trends, Charts & Analysis

Here you will find annual car sales figures for The Netherlands. These statistics are Total Market Volumes, which include passenger cars as well as light commercial vehicles (LCVs).

Since the late 1990s, the Dutch car market has fluctuated between 430,000 and 700,000 annual sales. The market dipped to a low of under 440,000 sales in 2009 before recovering sharply by 40% in 2 years time, but then dropped back to the 2009 level by 2014 again. In 2016 The Netherlands was one of only 2 countries in Europe to lose volume, together with Switzerland, due to changes in the taxation of company cars. The market recovered in 2017 and 2018 and stabilized in 2019. LCV sales typically make up just over 10% of total car sales in The Netherlands, but their share peaked at over 15% in 2004 and, 2016 to 2019.

Netherlands Automotive Sales Data & Recent Highlights

As you can see, the Dutch car sales market has been fluctuating in recent years. There was a sharp decline in sales in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and the market has not yet fully recovered.

There are a number of factors that have contributed to the volatility of the Dutch car sales market. These include:

• The economic slowdown: The Dutch economy has been struggling in recent years, which has led to a decrease in disposable income.
• The COVID-19 pandemic: The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted the supply chain, making it difficult to import cars.
• The chip shortage: The chip shortage has affected the production of new cars.
• The shift towards electric vehicles: The Dutch government is encouraging people to buy electric vehicles, which has led to a decline in sales of traditional gasoline and diesel cars.

Despite the volatility, the Dutch car sales market is expected to grow in the coming years. The economy is expected to recover, and the government is taking steps to address the challenges facing the market, such as reducing import duties and improving the road infrastructure.

Here are some of the trends in the Dutch car sales market:

• The increasing popularity of electric vehicles: Electric vehicles are becoming increasingly popular in the Netherlands, as the government offers incentives to encourage people to buy them. In 2022, electric vehicles accounted for 11.0% of new car registrations in the Netherlands. This is up from 7.7% in 2021.
• The decline of diesel cars: Diesel cars were once very popular in the Netherlands, but their popularity has declined in recent years due to concerns about their environmental impact. In 2022, diesel cars accounted for only 17.6% of new car registrations in the Netherlands. This is down from 27.1% in 2021.
• The increasing popularity of SUVs: SUVs are becoming increasingly popular in the Netherlands, as they are seen as more practical and comfortable than sedans. In 2022, SUVs accounted for 42.3% of new car registrations in the Netherlands. This is up from 39.6% in 2021.
• The growing popularity of online car buying: More and more people are buying cars online in the Netherlands. In 2022, 15% of new car purchases were made online. This is up from 12% in 2021. The convenience and flexibility of online car buying are driving its popularity.

These are just some of the trends in the Dutch car sales market. The market is constantly evolving, so it is important to stay up-to-date on the latest trends.

Interesting Netherlands New Car Sales Stats

• Best Sales Year Volume: 611,486 units sold
• Worst Sales Year Volume: 313,609 units sold
• Average Sales Per Year: 463,437.8 units sold
• Total Sales Units (since 1990): 15,293,446 units sold

Netherlands New Motor Vehicle Sales Table

Netherlandsa New Motor Vehicle Sales Chart

Sources: Manufacturers, ANDC, JATO Dynamics.