Hybrid vehicles are becoming increasingly popular in Cyprus, as more residents opt for eco-friendly yet practical alternatives to traditional combustion engines.
According to the Cyprus Statistical Service, hybrid car sales grew significantly in the first half of 2024. Between January and June, hybrids made up 37.2% of all vehicle sales across the island — a clear sign of shifting consumer preferences. In contrast, fully electric vehicles (EVs) accounted for only 3.3% of total sales.
Hybrid Vehicle Sales in Cyprus: Key Numbers
In total, 7,679 hybrid sedans were sold during the first six months of 2024:
4,234 (56.3%) were new vehicles
3,355 (43.7%) were used cars
Top Hybrid Car Brands in Cyprus (January–June 2024)
The most popular hybrid car brands on the island during the first half of 2024 were:
Toyota – 2,486 registrations
Nissan – 1,033
Hyundai – 603
Kia – 525
Honda – 313
Mercedes – 298
Lexus – 252
BMW – 229
Land Rover – 208
Renault – 183
Top New Hybrid Vehicle Registrations
For brand-new hybrid vehicles, the ranking was slightly different:
Nissan – 716 new cars
Toyota – 681
Hyundai – 586
Kia – 517
Mercedes – 231
Top Used Hybrid Car Sales
Among used hybrid vehicles, Toyota dominated the market with a massive lead:
Toyota – 1,805
Nissan – 317
Honda – 251
Lexus – 168
Electric Vehicle Adoption Remains Slow
Despite global trends, Cyprus residents are slower to adopt electric cars. In the first half of 2024, only 671 electric cars were registered, representing just 3.3% of the total vehicle market.
Top-selling electric car brands in Cyprus included:
Hyundai – 70
Mercedes – 59
MG – 58
Jeep – 55
BMW – 54
Audi – 52
This data shows that while eco-conscious driving is gaining traction, hybrids are still the preferred option over full EVs for most drivers on the island.
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As sustainability efforts continue to grow in Cyprus, it’s clear that hybrid vehicles are becoming the go-to choice for many, bridging the gap between traditional cars and a fully electric future.
