South Africa Car Sales Data

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

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

These figures 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 South African car sales figures, including a split between Passenger Cars and LCVs, or data going back before 2005, please get in touch with us.

South Africa Automotive Sales Data & Recent Highlights

As you can see, the South African car sales market has been recovering in recent years. The market has been growing at an average annual growth rate of 11.5%. There are a number of factors that have contributed to the recovery of the South African car sales market. These include:

• The economic recovery: The South African 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 South Africa, as they are seen as more practical and comfortable than sedans.

Despite the recovery, the South African car sales market is expected to face some challenges in the coming years. These challenges include:

• The rise in inflation: Inflation is rising in South Africa, 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 South Africa.
• 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 South African 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 South African car sales market:

• The increasing popularity of SUVs: SUVs are becoming increasingly popular in South Africa, as they are seen as more practical and comfortable than sedans. In 2022, SUVs accounted for 47.3% of new car registrations in South Africa. This is up from 41.3% in 2021.
• The growing popularity of locally assembled cars: The government has introduced a number of incentives for locally assembled cars, which has led to an increase in their popularity. In 2022, locally assembled cars accounted for 61.9% of new car registrations in South Africa. This is up from 57.7% in 2021.
• The increasing popularity of online car buying: More and more people are buying cars online in South Africa. 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 South African car sales market. The market is constantly evolving, so it is important to stay up-to-date on the latest trends.

Interesting South Africa New Car Sales Stats

• Best Sales Year Volume: 481,558 units sold
• Worst Sales Year Volume: 247,571 units sold
• Average Sales Per Year: 375,455.2 units sold
• Total Sales Units (since 2005): 6,758,194 units sold

South Africa New Motor Vehicle Sales Table

South Africa New Motor Vehicle Sales Chart

Sources: Manufacturers, ANDC, JATO Dynamics.