Australia's automotive market structure is divided

In May 2025, the Australian auto market sold a total of 109,425 vehicles, down 1.6% year-on-year, but still the second highest May sales in history. The private car purchase market fell by 6.4%, while leasing companies' car purchases increased by 15.1%, becoming a key force in resisting the overall downward pressure. SUV sales reached 67,440 units, up 12.9% year-on-year, and the market share climbed to 61.6%. Light commercial vehicles fell 7.2% to 23,493 units, accounting for 21.5%, while sedans fell sharply by 31.5%, with only 14,565 units sold, and the market share dropped to 13.3%.