Sales of New Cars In Qatar – Data, Trends, Charts & Analysis
Here you will find annual car sales figures for Qatar. These statistics are Total Market Volumes, which include passenger cars as well as light commercial vehicles (LCVs).
The figures below come from unconfirmed sources and can vary slightly from other data you may find elsewhere. Despite our best efforts to find the most reliable data, we can’t guarantee 100% accuracy, unless a specific source is mentioned below the table. Still, we’re confident the provided data is sufficiently indicative of the size and trend of the market to be published as such. If you have access to a confirmed source of Qatari car sales figures, including a split between Passenger Cars and LCVs, or data going back before 2005, please get in touch with us.
Qatar Automotive Sales Data & Recent Highlights
As you can see, the Qatari car sales market has been recovering in recent years. The market has been growing. There are a number of factors that have contributed to the recovery of the Qatari car sales market. These include:
- The economic recovery: The Qatari economy has been recovering in recent years, which has led to an increase in disposable income.
- The introduction of new incentives: The government has introduced a number of new incentives for car buyers, such as a reduction in VAT.
- The increase in demand for SUVs: SUVs are becoming increasingly popular in Qatar, as they are seen as more practical and comfortable than sedans.
Despite the recovery, the Qatari car sales market is expected to face some challenges in the coming years. These challenges include:
- The rise in inflation: Inflation is rising in Qatar, which could make cars more expensive.
- The shortage of semiconductors: The shortage of semiconductors is affecting the production of new cars, making it difficult to import cars into Qatar.
- The increase in used car prices: The price of used cars has increased in recent years, making them more affordable than new cars.
Overall, the Qatari car sales market is expected to remain positive in the coming years. However, there are some challenges that the market will need to address in order to maintain its growth.
Here are some of the trends in the Qatari car sales market:
- The increasing popularity of SUVs: SUVs are becoming increasingly popular in Qatar, as they are seen as more practical and comfortable than sedans. In 2022, SUVs accounted for 60.0% of new car registrations in Qatar. This is up from 55.0% in 2021.
- The growing popularity of electric vehicles: Electric vehicles are becoming increasingly popular in Qatar, as the government offers incentives to encourage people to buy them. In 2022, electric vehicles accounted for 5.0% of new car registrations in Qatar. This is up from 3.0% in 2021.
- The increasing popularity of online car buying: More and more people are buying cars online in Qatar. In 2022, 15.0% of new car purchases were made online. This is up from 12.0% in 2021. The convenience and flexibility of online car buying are driving its popularity.
These are just some of the trends in the Qatari car sales market. The market is constantly evolving, so it is important to stay up-to-date on the latest trends.
Interesting Qatar New Car Sales Stats
- Best Sales Year Volume: 71,500 units sold
- Worst Sales Year Volume: 38,480 units sold
- Average Sales Per Year: 52,534.4 units sold
- Total Sales Units (since 2005): 840,551 units sold
Qatar New Motor Vehicle Sales Table
| Year | Sales | Growth |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 61,100 | |
| 2006 | 59,900 | -1.96 |
| 2007 | 60,500 | 1.00 |
| 2008 | 60,000 | -0.83 |
| 2009 | 40,000 | -33.33 |
| 2010 | 40,000 | 0.00 |
| 2011 | 45,000 | 12.50 |
| 2012 | 60,000 | 33.33 |
| 2013 | 65,000 | 8.33 |
| 2014 | 71,500 | 10.00 |
| 2015 | 69,200 | -3.22 |
| 2016 | 50,200 | -27.46 |
| 2017 | 41,176 | -17.98 |
| 2018 | 38,816 | -5.73 |
| 2019 | 39,679 | 2.22 |
| 2020 | 38,480 | -3.02 |
Qatar New Motor Vehicle Sales Chart
Sources: Manufacturers, ANDC, JATO Dynamics.
