- Indonesia vehicle sales rose 32.4% in August.
- BYD sales jumped 207.2% year-over-year.
- January-August sales reached 599,491 units.
Indonesia Vehicle Sales Reach 81,756 Units
Indonesia vehicle sales reached 81,756 units in August 2026, representing a 32.4% increase from the same month in 2025. The result marked the highest monthly sales level recorded during 2026 and extended the market's year-over-year growth streak to five consecutive months. Demand generated around the 2026 Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show, held from July 29 through August 9, helped support the stronger monthly performance. The August result also reinforced the importance of the Indonesian market within the regional automotive landscape, with established Japanese manufacturers maintaining leading positions while Chinese automakers continued expanding their presence.
Automaker Sales Show Diverging Market Performance
By automaker, Toyota remained the leading seller in August with 20,357 units, an 11.1% year-over-year increase and a 24.9% market share. Daihatsu followed with 13,214 units, up 34.2%, giving it a 16.2% share. BYD recorded the third-highest volume at 7,870 units after its sales increased 207.2%, corresponding to a 9.6% market share. Suzuki reported 5,935 units, up 0.4%, while Mitsubishi declined 25.9% to 5,022 units. The results show that overall market growth was accompanied by substantially different performances among individual automakers.
Chinese Automakers Continue Expanding Their Presence
The August results highlighted particularly strong growth among several Chinese automakers and newer market participants. Jaecoo sales surged 937.7% to 3,300 units, giving the brand a 4.0% market share, while Geely increased 846.9% to 2,121 units and captured 2.6% of the market. Wuling recorded 1,670 units, an 18.4% increase, and Aion reached 1,007 units after growing 38.9%. Chery moved in the opposite direction, with sales falling 35.0% to 766 units and its market share declining to 0.9%. These results demonstrate the increasingly varied competitive performance across automakers in Indonesia.
August Automaker Sales and Market Shares
The August sales data show the relative positions of the leading automakers and the scale of year-over-year changes across the market. Toyota and Daihatsu retained the first two positions, while BYD moved into third place. Several smaller or newer brands recorded exceptionally high percentage increases from comparatively lower prior-year volumes, while Mitsubishi and Chery experienced declines. The figures provide a clear snapshot of the competitive shifts occurring within the Indonesian automotive market during a month that benefited from demand associated with GIIAS 2026.
| Automaker | August 2026 Sales | Year-Over-Year Change | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota | 20,357 | +11.1% | 24.9% |
| Daihatsu | 13,214 | +34.2% | 16.2% |
| BYD | 7,870 | +207.2% | 9.6% |
| Suzuki | 5,935 | +0.4% | 7.3% |
| Mitsubishi | 5,022 | -25.9% | 6.1% |
| Jaecoo | 3,300 | +937.7% | 4.0% |
| Geely | 2,121 | +846.9% | 2.6% |
| Wuling | 1,670 | +18.4% | 2.0% |
| Aion | 1,007 | +38.9% | 1.2% |
| Chery | 766 | -35.0% | 0.9% |
January-August Sales Rise 20.1%
For the first eight months of 2026, vehicle sales in Indonesia increased 20.1% to 599,491 units. The cumulative result indicates that the strong August performance was part of a broader year-to-date expansion rather than an isolated monthly increase. The market's five-month sequence of year-over-year growth also provides additional evidence of sustained improvement through the middle of the year. Within that environment, Toyota and Daihatsu continued to lead overall sales volumes, while BYD's rapid increase and the gains recorded by Jaecoo and Geely underscored the changing competitive structure.
GIIAS 2026 Supports August Market Momentum
The 2026 Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show was held from July 29 to August 9 and generated demand that contributed to the August sales increase. The timing of the event closely preceded the month's highest sales level of the year, linking the exhibition period with the stronger market performance reported for August. GAIKINDO expressed optimism that continued sales momentum could allow Indonesia to achieve its 2026 new vehicle sales target of 850,000 units. Whether that target is reached will depend on the market maintaining the pace established during the year's first eight months and sustaining demand through the remaining months.
Industry Impact & Outlook
The August performance strengthens the competitive significance of Indonesia as automakers compete for a growing new-vehicle market, while the sharp gains recorded by BYD, Jaecoo, and Geely indicate increasing competitive pressure on established brands. Toyota and Daihatsu's continued leadership provides stability at the top of the market, but the contrasting results among manufacturers show that growth is not being distributed evenly. If the sales momentum continues, manufacturers with rising volumes could gain greater market influence, while weaker performers may face pressure to improve their positioning. The next key consideration is whether demand remains strong enough to support GAIKINDO's 850,000-unit 2026 sales target.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Indonesia's vehicle sales in August 2026?
Indonesia's vehicle sales reached 81,756 units in August 2026, marking a 32.4% increase from August 2025 and the highest monthly sales level recorded during 2026. The increase was supported by demand generated around GIIAS 2026, which was held from July 29 through August 9. August also represented the fifth consecutive month of year-over-year sales growth. For January through August, cumulative vehicle sales reached 599,491 units, up 20.1% year over year. GAIKINDO said continued momentum could enable the market to reach its 850,000-unit new vehicle sales target for 2026.
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