Sales of New Cars In Greece – Data, Trends, Charts & Analysis
Here you will find annual car sales figures for Greece. These statistics are Total Market Volumes, which include passenger cars as well as light commercial vehicles (LCVs).
Since the late 1990s, the Greek car market has fluctuated between 60,000 and 320,000 annual sales. From a peak of over 310,000 sales in 2000 and again in 2004, the market at first slowly declined but started a four-year double digit losing streak, declining almost 80% between 2008 and 2012. From 2014 to 2019 car sales in Greece have recovered with double digit increases in the last three years, but they only broke the 100,000 sales milestone in 2018. LCV sales typically make up around 7% of total car sales in Greece.
Greece Automotive Sales Data & Recent Highlights
As you can see, the Greece car sales market has been recovering in recent years. The market has been growing at an average annual growth rate of 10.1%. There are a number of factors that have contributed to the recovery of the Greece car sales market. These include the economic recovery, the increasing urbanization, and the increasing demand for SUVs.
The economic recovery has led to an increase in disposable income, which has made it easier for people to afford cars. The increasing urbanization has also created a demand for cars, as people need a way to get around in cities. And the increasing demand for SUVs is due to the fact that they are seen as more practical and comfortable than sedans.
However, there are some challenges that the Greece car sales market faces. These include the high cost of cars, the limited availability of financing, and the poor road infrastructure. The high cost of cars makes them less affordable for many people in Greece. The limited availability of financing makes it difficult for people to get loans to buy cars. And the poor road infrastructure makes it difficult to drive cars in some parts of the country.
Despite the challenges, the Greece car sales market is expected to continue to grow in the coming years. The economic recovery and the increasing urbanization are expected to continue to drive demand for cars. And the government is taking steps to address the challenges facing the market.
Interesting Greece New Car Sales Stats
- Best Sales Year Volume: 290,222 units sold
- Worst Sales Year Volume: 58,482 units sold
- Average Sales Per Year: 165,798.2 units sold
- Total Sales Units (since 2005): units sold
The Top 5 Most Popular Automotive Brands In Greece
The top 5 car brands sold in Greec. These brands have been consistently popular in Greece for many years. They offer a wide range of models to choose from, and they are known for their reliability and affordability. They are also makers of small urban-focused cars that work in cities like Athens. Easy to operate, cheap to own and affordably priced.
- Toyota
- Opel
- Peugeot
- Volkswagen
- Citroen
Greece New Motor Vehicle Sales Table
Year | Sales | Growth |
---|---|---|
1990 | 115,480 | |
1991 | 167,737 | 45.25 |
1992 | 199,094 | 18.69 |
1993 | 147,789 | -25.77 |
1994 | 109,544 | -25.88 |
1995 | 125,023 | 14.13 |
1996 | 139,821 | 11.84 |
1997 | 159,867 | 14.34 |
1998 | 180,145 | 12.68 |
1999 | 261,711 | 45.28 |
2000 | 290,222 | 10.89 |
2001 | 280,214 | -3.45 |
2002 | 268,489 | -4.18 |
2003 | 257,293 | -4.17 |
2004 | 289,691 | 12.59 |
2005 | 269,728 | -6.89 |
2006 | 267,669 | -0.76 |
2007 | 279,745 | 4.51 |
2008 | 267,295 | -4.45 |
2009 | 219,730 | -17.79 |
2010 | 141,501 | -35.60 |
2011 | 97,680 | -30.97 |
2012 | 58,482 | -40.13 |
2013 | 58,694 | 0.36 |
2014 | 71,218 | 21.34 |
2015 | 75,805 | 6.44 |
2016 | 78,873 | 4.05 |
2017 | 88,083 | 11.68 |
2018 | 103,431 | 17.42 |
2019 | 114,109 | 10.32 |
2020 | 80,977 | -29.04 |
2021 | 100,916 | 24.62 |
2022 | 105,283 | 4.33 |
Greece New Motor Vehicle Sales Chart
Sources: Manufacturers, ANDC, JATO Dynamics.