Key Takeaways
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30 800 used cars under five years old entered Ukraine in January–June 2025.
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Segment equals 27 % of all imported second‑hand cars this year.
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Electric vehicles (EVs) lead with a 49 % share; petrol cars follow at 34 %.
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Tesla Model Y and Model 3 remain the top choices.
Fuel‑Type Breakdown (≤ 5 years old)
| Fuel / Powertrain | Share |
|---|---|
| Electric | 49 % |
| Gasoline | 34 % |
| Hybrid (HEV/PHEV) | 9 % |
| Diesel | 6 % |
| LPG / CNG | 2 % |
Top 10 Imported Models (H1 2025)
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Tesla Model Y – 2 968 units
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Tesla Model 3 – 1 722
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Kia Niro – 1 035
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Nissan Rogue – 1 007
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Mazda CX‑5 – 879
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Hyundai Kona – 830
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Volkswagen Tiguan – 717
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Chevrolet Bolt – 711
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Audi e‑tron Sportback – 627
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Audi Q5 – 600
Trends Behind the Numbers
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EV uptake accelerates: Subsidies and lower running costs drive almost one in two “young” imports toward battery power.
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US sourcing grows: Imports from the United States rose 4 % year‑on‑year, led by Tesla and mid‑size SUVs such as the Ford Escape and Jeep Cherokee.
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Shift to modern safety tech: Cars under five years old bring ADAS features and Euro 6 engines, supporting road‑safety and emissions targets.
What to Watch in H2 2025
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Potential duty changes for EVs as Ukraine aligns with EU regulations.
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Supply constraints from the U.S.–EU used‑car pipeline could affect pricing.
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Expansion of fast‑charging infrastructure may widen the EV share even further.
