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UAE Automotive Retail Market Trends & Insights

The availability of high disposable incomes and a tax-free environment is one of the primary reasons why the demand for premium vehicles remains strong. The average disposable income in the UAE was $45,000 in 2023, while the zero income tax and modest 5% VAT encouraged customers to buy preferred car models.
By Suraj on 11-Apr-2025 04:09 PM
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With a valuation of $7.06 billion in 2023, the UAE automotive retail market is expected to reach a whopping $25.16 billion by 2032, registering an impressive CAGR of 15.29%. Over the years, the sales of both new and used cars have remained prominent, especially among personal vehicle consumers who are dominating the market. Several key drivers are leading to the growth of the UAE automobile market; here are some of the major ones:

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Tax-Free Environment & High Disposable Income

The availability of high disposable incomes and a tax-free environment is one of the primary reasons why the demand for premium vehicles remains strong. The average disposable income in the UAE was $45,000 in 2023, while the zero income tax and modest 5% VAT encouraged customers to buy preferred car models. The sales of luxury cars in the UAE stood at around 80,000 per annum, where brands like Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and Lexus led the market. The average personal vehicle loan touched $30,000, showcasing that customers can easily access vehicle finance.

Rising demand for Electric Vehicles

Over the years, the demand for electric vehicles in the UAE has risen exponentially. In 2023, over 10,000 electric vehicles were sold in the market, with the potential to reach 30% of all vehicles to be electric by 2030. Several government schemes, like setting up over 1000 charging stations, free parking, and toll exceptions, have supported the rise in the demand for electric vehicles. Popular electric cars in the UAE are the Tesla Model 3, Audi e-tron, Tesla Model Y, and BYD Atto 3.

Easy Import Regulations & Process

UAE is a global trade and logistics center known for importing over 80% of the vehicles sold there. It has easy import regulations for customers and vehicle distributors, allowing them to bring best-in-class vehicles to the market at the best possible price.

Top-End Dealership Network & Customer Support

Traditional automotive dealerships nationwide dominate the market, with a market share of over 85%. These businesses focus on offering a personal touch, free test drives, superior after-sales service, and easy finance options to allow customers to buy the right vehicles without worrying about future uncertainties. The UAE has over 500 authorized dealerships and over 200,000 vehicles registered under the service program.

Consumers Focus on Buying New Cars First

With the average transaction size of $40,000, car buyers are now focusing on purchasing a new car from the market instead of using used ones, especially for electric and mid-range models. In 2024, over 318,981 units of new cars were sold in the UAE, registering 15.7% YoY growth. About 60,000 units of new luxury vehicles were sold in the country in CY2023. However, the demand for used luxury cars also remains promising.

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