Import Snapshot (May 2025)
| Metric | Value | YoY Δ |
|---|---|---|
| Total used U.S. cars registered | ≈4,300 units | +12 % |
| Powertrain mix | Petrol 44 % · EV 40 % · Hybrid 8 % · Diesel 5 % · LPG 3 % | — |
| Average vehicle age | 5.8 years | n/a |
Source: Ukravtoprom
Top Five Models
| Rank | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tesla Model Y | 526 |
| 2 | Tesla Model 3 | 453 |
| 3 | Ford Escape | 306 |
| 4 | Nissan Rogue | 240 |
| 5 | Jeep Cherokee | 233 |
Electric Teslas maintain strong momentum, together accounting for more than 20 % of all U.S.-origin imports.
Market Takeaways
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EV appetite stays high: Pure electrics made up two-fifths of May’s shipments, underlining sustained consumer interest despite charging-network constraints.
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Younger fleet: At under six years, the average imported U.S. vehicle is newer than many EU-sourced equivalents, supporting residual-value confidence.
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Diversified demand: While Teslas dominate, mainstream SUVs such as the Escape and Rogue still capture sizable share, reflecting a broad buyer profile.
With volumes trending upward, logistics firms and customs brokers can expect continued throughput growth on trans-Atlantic used-car lanes into the second half of 2025.
