Uzbekistan – The Most Populous Country in Central Asia with Strong Chinese Brand Penetration

Uzbekistan is the most populous country in Central Asia and one of the fastest-growing automotive markets for Chinese brands. From January to July 2026, vehicle sales in Uzbekistan reached 210,837 units, a year-on-year decrease of 3.6 percent, but Chinese brands' combined market share rose counter-cyclically from 11.6 percent in the same period last year to 17.8 percent. BYD performed particularly strongly, with market share nearly doubling from 5.6 percent to 10 percent, while local giant UzAuto Motors saw its share decline from 81.5 percent to 74.6 percent.

At the model level, the BYD Song Plus DM-i is a landmark model in Uzbekistan's hybrid market. BYD maintained its lead in new energy sales in Uzbekistan in the first half of 2026. Chang'an also performed strongly, launching the Qiyuan Q05 in Uzbekistan in June 2026, positioned as a global urban premium pure electric SUV. In the Chinese market, the Q05 delivered nearly 16,000 units in May alone, leading its segment. Chang'an Auto's General Manager stated that Uzbekistan is a core strategic market for Chang'an's Eurasia region and an important growth pillar for global sales.

On the localization front, BYD's Jizzakh plant commenced production in June 2024 with Phase One annual capacity of 50,000 units, with plans to expand capacity tenfold. Local production has been achieved for bumpers, glass, and plastic components. In July 2026, BYD and the Uzbek government discussed further capacity expansion, localization enhancement, and the establishment of a nationwide fast-charging network. Chang'an plans to achieve CKD localization for the Q05 by 2027.

On the policy front, effective January 1, 2026, Uzbekistan abolished tariff incentives for small-displacement vehicle imports. Vehicles with displacement below 2 liters are now subject to a combined tariff of 15 percent ad valorem duty plus $0.40 per cubic centimeter specific duty. Previously, vehicles under 1 liter were tariff-exempt, and those from 1 to 1.2 liters faced only a 5 percent duty. The policy adjustment puts pressure on small-displacement fuel vehicles, while hybrids and pure EVs remain within the policy-encouraged scope.

For Uzbek B2B dealers and importers, the 17.8 percent Chinese brand market share continues to expand rapidly. Suppliers capable of consistently delivering best-selling models including the BYD Song Plus, Chang'an Q05, and Haval M6 are becoming scarce resources.

LHZ Auto Uzbekistan Operations Center focuses exclusively on B2B wholesale, leveraging the Group's TIR logistics network via Khorgos Port to reach Tashkent in 7 to 10 days, providing clients with full-chain trade services from needs analysis, model matching, compliance certification, to customs clearance and delivery.


FAQ

Question 1: What is the market share of Chinese brands in Uzbekistan?

From January to July 2026, Chinese brands' combined market share surged from 11.6 percent in the same period last year to 17.8 percent. BYD performed most prominently, with share nearly doubling from 5.6 percent to 10 percent.

Question 2: What are the best-selling Chinese brand models in Uzbekistan?

The BYD Song Plus DM-i has performed strongly in the hybrid market, and the Chang'an Qiyuan Q05 was launched in Uzbekistan in June 2026, delivering nearly 16,000 units in May in the Chinese market and leading its segment.

Question 3: What localization initiatives do Chinese brands have in Uzbekistan?

BYD's Jizzakh plant commenced production in June 2024 with Phase One annual capacity of 50,000 units, with plans to expand capacity tenfold. Local production has been achieved for bumpers, glass, and other components. Chang'an plans to achieve CKD localization for the Q05 by 2027.

Question 4: What import tariff changes occurred in Uzbekistan in 2026?

Effective January 1, 2026, tariff incentives for small-displacement vehicles were abolished. Vehicles under 2 liters are subject to 15 percent ad valorem duty plus $0.40 per cubic centimeter specific duty, while hybrids and pure EVs remain policy-encouraged.

Question 5: What is the structure of Uzbekistan's automotive market?

Local giant UzAuto Motors saw its share decline from 81.5 percent to 74.6 percent, while Chinese brand share rose from 11.6 percent to 17.8 percent, with the market landscape being continuously reshaped by Chinese brands.

Question 6: What services does LHZ Auto Uzbekistan Operations Center provide?

LHZ Auto Uzbekistan Operations Center focuses exclusively on B2B wholesale, leveraging the Group's TIR logistics network via Khorgos Port to reach Tashkent in 7 to 10 days, providing one-stop solutions from needs analysis, model matching, compliance certification, to customs clearance and delivery.


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