Used car market in Estonia in February: number of transactions declined, but BMW remains the leader
15.03.2026
After a very strong start to the year, the used car market in Estonia cooled slightly in February. A total of 6,031 passenger cars changed owners in Estonia during the month. Compared with January, the number of transactions decreased by 651.
However, the year-on-year growth remains significant. Compared with February 2025, the number of transactions increased by as much as 57 percent, showing that the used car market in Estonia remains active.
The Car Market Turned Upward – 82% More New Cars Registered in Estonia in February 2026
03.03.2026
In February, 1,142 new passenger cars were registered in Estonia, which is 515 more vehicles than in February 2025. This means the market has grown by 82% year-on-year.
The new Audi RS 5: high performance in a hybrid
19.02.2026
Audi Sport’s first-ever high-performance plug-in hybrid: 470 kW (639 PS) of system output, optional top speed of 285 km/h, and day-to-day driving more than 80 km on electric power alone in the city
World-first quattro with Dynamic Torque Control in the rear transaxle brings handling to a new level
Unmistakably RS: wider body work, darkened Matrix LED headlights, RS sport exhaust system and bold interior details
BMW recalls nearly 500 vehicles in Estonia
15.02.2026
BMW has issued a recall for certain vehicles manufactured between 2020 and 2024 due to a potential starter failure. The reason for the recall is possible wear of the starter solenoid (magnetic switch) beyond a critical limit. Over time, this may lead to a situation where the vehicle fails to start. In extreme cases, a short circuit may occur in the starter, which could result in overheating. As a preventive measure, BMW advises not to leave vehicles affected by the recall unattended with the engine running.
In Estonia, the recall affects fewer than 500 vehicles.
Estonia’s used car market in January: transaction volume increased by 83%
13.02.2026
In January 2026, a total of 6,682 passenger car ownership transfers were recorded in Estonia, which is 83% more than in January 2025, when ownership changed for only 3,661 passenger cars. However, it should be noted that the transaction volume in January last year was exceptionally low due to the introduction of a new tax law.
Ford’s new importer, Inchcape, increased aftersales capacity by one and a half times with the Laagri dealership
06.02.2026
Inchcape Motors’ new dealership in Laagri brings Ford’s sales and aftersales center together under one roof, and the new 4,000 m² building makes it possible to service more than 50% more vehicles per month compared to the previous facility.
Rumors of Diesel’s Death Are Premature
03.02.2026
In Europe, heavy-truck operators find themselves at a crossroads between different eras. On the one hand, hauliers are already measuring kilometers driven with zero emissions; on the other, they still rely on the reliability of diesel fuel and its time-tested infrastructure.
Estonia’s New Car Market Shows Strong Growth in January 2026
01.02.2026
In January 2026, a total of 1,368 new passenger cars were registered in Estonia – 834 more than in January 2025. This represents year-on-year growth of 156%.
The used car market is at a historic low – transactions have fallen by over 50%
08.01.2026
The Estonian used car market has reached its deepest downturn in recent years. Buyers have become cautious due to the car tax and registration fees that came into effect in 2025, which increase the total cost of vehicles and reduce transaction activity. At the same time, there are market signals about possible tax reforms, which have many buyers waiting for clarity before making purchases. This affects both buyers and sellers across the market
2025 Estonian passenger car market statistics and sales figures
05.01.2026
In December of last year, 1,214 new passenger cars were registered in Estonia, which is nearly 68% less than in December 2024.
The used car market declined again.
13.12.2025
In November, 6,630 passenger car ownership transfers were completed, which is 611 fewer than in October. November’s figures show that instead of the hoped-for gradual recovery of the market, the car market fell back into a downturn. Looking back at the current year, the month with the steepest decline was February, when the market dropped by 63 percent compared to the previous year. After February, the market showed slow signs of recovery month by month, but as can be seen, November brought an unexpected new decline, with the number of ownership transfers falling by as much as 68 percent compared to the previous year. Compared to 2023, the decline in November was 50 percent. Therefore, based on November’s results, it cannot be said that the used car market is recovering.
Kia Seltos: A globally popular urban SUV arrives on the European market
12.12.2025
Kia presents the Kia Seltos urban SUV. This is the second generation of the medium-sized urban SUV that has been successful worldwide. The all-new Seltos is one of Kia’s key models, highlighting the Korean brand’s leading role in design as well as its commitment to a modern lifestyle, practicality, and ease of use.
BYD Became Estonia’s Electric Car Market Leader in Just One Year
09.12.2025
Arriving in Estonia at the end of 2024, BYD – the world’s largest manufacturer of hybrid and electric vehicles – has, according to fresh data from the Estonian Association of Car Sales and Service Companies (AMTEL), risen to become the country’s best-selling electric car brand, surpassing long-dominant competitors as of November.
Fresh statistics. What is actually happening in the car market?
05.12.2025
In November of this year, 1,202 new passenger cars were registered in Estonia, which is 64.2 percent fewer than a year ago.
Kia hints at what the soon-to-be-unveiled Seltos urban SUV will look like
02.12.2025
Kia has released teaser photos of an entirely new urban SUV called the Kia Seltos. The newcomer’s world premiere is expected at the end of the month. Six years after the original Seltos was launched in 2019, the model is being reborn as a completely redesigned compact SUV. The Seltos will strengthen Kia’s position in the rapidly growing global B-segment SUV market.
Kia PV5 made history: the first electric van to win the 2026 Van of the Year title
20.11.2025
Kia’s fully electric van PV5 has been awarded the title of International Van of the Year 2026. The “2026 International Van of the Year” (IVOTY) award marks the first-ever historic victory both for Kia and for any Korean automaker. The jury consisted of leading commercial vehicle journalists from 26 countries. The award was presented on 19 November at the IVOTY awards ceremony at SOLUTRANS 2025 in Lyon, France.
Abc Motors starts selling DongFeng vehicles in Estonia
05.11.2025
The completion of Abc Motors’ new used car center in Harku, at Aia põik 2, created the spatial conditions for adding another car brand to our product range. In cooperation with the Latvian importer WESS Select AS, Abc Motors is now the official DongFeng dealer in Estonia. In addition to DongFeng models, the product lineup also includes several sub-brands – Forthing, Voyah, and M-Hero – a total of 14 different models.
Inchcape Motors opens a new Ford dealership in Tallinn and sets ambitious expansion goals
24.10.2025
Ford’s importer, Inchcape Motors, has been the brand’s sole official dealer on the Estonian market since October 21. In mid-November, a new Ford showroom will open its doors in Laagri — the first step in the company’s ambitious plan to expand operations and increase Ford’s market share in the coming years.
Toyota RAV4 new generation: be the first to reserve your car
02.10.2025
Toyota has opened the possibility to reserve the new generation RAV4 hybrid SUV even before its official sales launch. The new model of Toyota’s legendary urban SUV, which became the world’s best-selling car last year, can be reserved for a limited time until October 26.
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