Chevrolet’s market share in Uzbekistan drops below 80 percent as competitors gain ground

According to data provided by Uzavtosanoat JSC, this represents a 21% increase compared to the same period last year, equivalent to an additional 15,735 units sold. While the overall market is growing, the landscape is shifting as international brands and electric vehicle manufacturers begin to challenge the long–standing dominance of the market leader.

UzAuto Motors remains the top producer in the country, achieving a 12% increase in sales with 45,881 units sold in the first quarter, up from 40,985 in the previous year. However, its flagship brand, Chevrolet, saw its total market share drop below the 80% mark. In the first quarter of 2025, Chevrolet accounted for 82.6% of the market, but that figure has now declined to 79.3%. This 3.3 percentage point contraction occurred because other brands, specifically BYD and Kia, are growing at a much faster rate than the market leader.

BYD Uzbekistan has emerged as a particularly strong performer, nearly doubling its sales within a year. The company sold 7,799 vehicles between January and March, representing a 93% increase over the 4,045 units sold during the same timeframe in 2025. The growth was driven by a massive surge in demand for specific models; sales of the Song Plus Champion DMI doubled, while the Yuan Up model saw demand sky–rocket by 5.2 times, jumping from approximately 400 units to 2,100 units.

Other regional manufacturers also reported healthy gains. ADM Jizzakh saw its sales rise by 26%, moving from 8,623 to 10,886 units, while Khorezm Auto grew by 24% to reach 26,348 units. In terms of specific models, the Chevrolet Cobalt remains the overall leader despite a 17% decline in sales, falling to just under 24,000 units. Conversely, demand for other Chevrolet models like the Damas, Tracker, and Onix increased by 22%, 55%, and 156% respectivel

The automotive industry in Uzbekistan recorded a significant expansion during the first quarter of 2026, with total sales reaching 91,088 vehicles. According to data provided by Uzavtosanoat JSC, this represents a 21% increase compared to the same period last year, equivalent to an additional 15,735 units sold. While the overall market is growing, the landscape is shifting as international brands and electric vehicle manufacturers begin to challenge the long–standing dominance of the market leader.