Ukraine's Vehicle Import Figures for 2025
Ukraine imported 444,860 vehicles in 2025, a 17% increase from the previous year. Despite this growth, import volumes remain one-third below pre-war levels. A significant shift occurred in the market, with electric vehicles (EVs) outselling diesel cars for the first time. Specifically, 109,309 electric cars were imported, compared to 94,014 diesel vehicles, meaning one in every four imported cars was electric. This reflects a broader European trend towards electrification, though Ukraine's market has unique characteristics.
Over 70% of imports consisted of used cars, with their average age holding steady at nine years. Volkswagen remained the leading brand, with a strong presence across 20 Ukrainian regions. The Tesla Model Y was the year's most popular single model. Regional preferences varied: the Odessa region favored BMW, while Chernihiv and Donetsk regions preferred Renault. In the Sumy region, BYD led among EVs, and in Kherson, the Spark motorbrand was the top choice.
Regional Breakdown of Vehicle Registrations
Analysts identified the top five regions for new vehicle registrations as follows:
- Kyiv City
- Lviv Region
- Kyiv Region
- Dnipropetrovsk Region
- Rivne Region
Kyiv City recorded the highest number of registrations at 80,425 vehicles. Lviv Region followed in second place with 51,730, and Kyiv Region was third with 28,179.
The imported vehicles included some rare finds, such as a 1967 Honda Monkey moped and a 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. The oldest electric vehicle imported was a 15-year-old Peugeot iOn. Ukraine's status as a predominantly used-car market was reinforced, with over 70% of last year's imports being pre-owned vehicles.
The rise in car imports, particularly of electric models, points to evolving consumer preferences within Ukraine. This shift towards electric transport aligns with global trends aimed at reducing emissions and adopting cleaner energy sources. However, the fact that overall import levels are still below pre-war figures highlights the ongoing economic challenges the country faces alongside these market changes.