Oct 20, 2025
In the first half of 2025, Iraq’s used car market experienced explosive growth — and Chinese vehicles are stealing the spotlight.
According to public data, Iraq imported over 180,000 used vehicles from China in just six months, nearly an 80% surge compared with around 100,000 units during the same period in 2024.
This rapid rise has not only reshaped Iraq’s automotive market but also shaken the long-standing dominance of Japanese brands. Reports even suggest that Toyota has formally appealed to the Iraqi government to restrict the import of Chinese used cars over five years old — a move highlighting how fast the market landscape is changing.
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