In the ever-evolving world of automotive statistics, Naamsa has released its latest monthly update, providing valuable insights into the industry. This time, our attention turns to the top 10 best-selling passenger brands for the eventful month of May.
According to Naamsa’s report, the overall new vehicle sales in May 2023 reached an impressive total of 43 060 units. This figure marks a significant increase of 3 959 vehicles or a gain of 10.1% compared to the corresponding month of May 2022, which recorded 39 101 units.
Delving deeper into the specifics, the report reveals that the new passenger car market experienced a marginal year-on-year volume increase of 0.1%.
This translates to a mere 15 additional units, bringing the total to 27 401 new passenger cars sold in May 2023. Comparatively, May 2022 witnessed 27 386 units being recorded in this segment. While the growth may appear modest, every unit counts in the highly competitive realm of passenger cars.
Top 10 best-selling passenger brands:
- Toyota – 6 200
- Volkswagen – 4 677
- Suzuki Auto – 3 498
- Hyundai – 2 398
- Renault – 1 823
- Kia – 1 474
- Haval – 1 284
- BMW – 1 228
- Chery – 1 211
- Nissan – 839
Toyota continues to dominate the charts with a seemingly unfair advantage, with significantly more sales than the runner-up. In the month of May, Toyota unleashed a total of 6 200 passenger vehicles onto the streets, with the star of the Toyota show being none other than the Corolla Cross, strutting its stuff and snatching the title of the brand’s best-selling passenger vehicle.
A grand total of 1 644 new Corolla Cross models proudly rolled out of the dealership straight into their new homes.
As the automotive landscape continues to evolve, these statistics shed light on the current state of affairs in the industry. The notable growth in new vehicle sales signifies a positive trend, indicative of consumer confidence and the resilience of the market.
Manufacturers and dealerships alike will undoubtedly take note of these figures, carefully analysing the dynamics to identify opportunities for further growth and success.
Related: Top 5 best-selling brands as of April 2023
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