Otomoto: demand for Chinese vehicles increased by 132% y/y in May
Demand for Chinese car brands on Otomoto rose by 132% y/y in May 2026, while their share of new car listings increased from 4.8% to nearly 13.4%. Demand for Chinese EVs was also 87% higher than a year earlier. The number of new Chinese cars listed on the platform more than tripled, from around 1,000 in May 2025 to over 3,400 in May 2026, while new car prices fell by 5.2% amid rising competition. The used market remains small but is growing, with the share of used Chinese cars rising from 0.13% to 0.4%.
Otomoto says Polish drivers are increasingly looking for modern technology, strong equipment levels and good value for money.