As of April 2022, approximately 73 percent of UK respondents reported the cost of living crisis in the United Kingdom had an impact on their car purchasing intentions. The increased cost of energy bills was the second factor most impacting car buyers, with 72 percent of respondents reporting this would make them delay their purchase, or buy a smaller or cheaper vehicle.
Impact of the cost of living crisis on UK consumers' self-reported car purchase intentions as of the second week of April 2022, by factor
Data is rounded to the nearest percent by the source.
Original survey question: "To what extent do each of the following situations influence your next car purchase?"
Results include all respondents reporting an impact on their purchase intentions for each factor, including buying a cheaper car, buying a smaller vehicle, and delaying their next purchase.
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