Hybrid Cars Surpass 50% of Passenger Vehicle Registrations in Cyprus in 2026
Hybrid vehicles now constitute the majority of passenger car registrations in Cyprus, accounting for 51.9% from January to July 2026, according to the latest data from the Statistical Service. This marks a significant increase from 43.3% during the same period in 2025. In contrast, petrol car registrations declined to 35.5%, diesel to 8%, and electric cars to 4.6%.
Used cars dominate the market, comprising 67.9% of passenger vehicle registrations, while new cars make up 32.1%. Overall vehicle registrations rose by 11.5% compared with last year, with commercial vehicles and motorcycles also experiencing increases.
The rise in hybrid car popularity reflects advancements in hybrid technology, including both mild hybrids and plug-in hybrids that offer improved fuel efficiency and electric driving capabilities. This trend, combined with import restrictions on older used cars, has driven hybrid vehicles to become the preferred choice among Cypriot consumers.
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