The light commercial vehicle (LCV) segment remains an important part of the Ukrainian market due to its combination of functionality and economy. Compared to heavy-duty vehicles, such vehicles are cheaper to operate and consume less fuel. Their small size allows them to work comfortably in urban conditions, and their cargo capacity ensures demand among small and medium-sized businesses. Cargo-passenger modifications make the segment even more versatile, allowing you to combine work tasks and personal trips.
Specialists of the Institute of Car Market Research have determined the dynamics of trade in this segment, as well as the most popular types and models for each of the groups. Letʼs start with the total trading volumes. During September 2025, a total of 3.7 thousand cars of the LCV group were purchased. Compared to September 2024, this is 20.5% less. Compared to August this year, we have a small increase in volumes, by 6.6%.
Here are the dynamics by subsegments of the LCV market:
- Domestic resales: −7.7% MM, −38.6% YY
- Used imports: +37.0% MM, +32.2% YY
- New imports: +12.8% MM, −3.5% YY
- Made in Ukraine: +29.9% MM, −3.3% YY
The segment structure is as follows: the largest share, 52.3% — in domestic resales; 31.1% were imported used light trucks, 14.2% — new imported, 2.4% — produced or re-equipped in Ukraine. The total share of new cars — 16.5%. Based on the size of the share of each of the subsegments, we will consider them in more detail in the same order.
LCV — domestic market
In this part, cargo vans, which form the basis of the segment, were the most popular. Pickup trucks and cargo-passenger versions were purchased less frequently.
In total, more than 1,917 purchase and sale transactions for vehicles in this segment took place here.
In the domestic market, the leadership is steadily held by the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter — a universal van that has earned a good reputation in all circles of carriers. The second position is held by the Renault Master, which in recent years has become a favorite of small businesses due to the balance of price and volume. The third on the list is the GAZ Gazelle — an analogue of the Zhiguli in the cargo segment.
Popular and more compact models, such as the Renault Kangoo or VW Caddy, are convenient in the city, economical and often used in service or courier services. And the Vivaro, Crafter, Trafic or Transit remain favorites among those looking for something more, but not yet a truck.
LCV — used import
In September 2025, our fleet was replenished with 1,141 LCV vehicles. Here, buyers most often chose "custom" cargo vans, somewhat less often refrigerated vans and vans with a tail lift.
The market for imported used LCVs has a familiar pattern: Renault Master and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter are almost in step, leaving all competitors far behind. Behind them are Trafic, Crafter, Kangoo and others, but in much smaller numbers.
LCV — new sales
Last month, 606 new light trucks hit Ukrainian roads for the first time. Of these, 519 were imported, and 87 were registered as manufactured (or converted in a factory) in Ukraine.
Among the types, vans dominate here, followed by pickup trucks and refrigerated vans.
The leader among small trucks was the Peugeot Boxer, second place this time went to Renault Express, and third was another van, the Fiat Doblo.
The average age in the secondary LCV market was 15.7 years for domestic resales, and 6 years for "freshly driven" cars.
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