Car Prices Gone Up Since the Pandemic Started?
Most of us have noticed that car prices have gone up significantly over the past two years, how much have they gone up exactly?
Both new and used vehicle prices have spoked over the last two years. The reasons for car price hikes include supply issues stemming from a semiconductor shortage, increases in cost for raw materials, complications around shipping and parts procurement, factory shutdowns and other pandemic-related issues.
But how much have these disruptions sent car prices up? And what options are available if you need help financing your next car purchase?
New Car Price Increases
According to an ABC article quoting website pricemycar.com.au, the price of new cars has gone up as much as 25% since before the pandemic.
The detailed analysis of 1,100 models by goauto.com.au calculates that as of March 2022, the average price of a new car is up 7.6% since pre-pandemic times.
The price increase varies a lot from manufacturer to manufacturer, and even model to model. For example, some models such as the Toyota Yaris have gone up by as much as 37% ($7,290 extra).
Here is how much some of the more prestigious manufacturing brands have increased prices:
- Land Rover – 9.01%
- Audi – 9.59%
- BMW – 8.42%
- Jaguar – 5.33%
- Lexus – 3.36%
And here is how much some of the more mainstream manufacturers have increased prices:
- Volkswagen – 9.83%
- Hyundai – 9.06%
- Jeep – 8.91%
- Nissan – 8.59%
- Toyota – 7.70%
- Fiat – 7.31%
- Mitsubishi – 6.80%
- Renault – 6.60%
- Subaru – 6.00%
- Citroen – 5.93%
- Mazda – 5.30%
- Ford – 2.73%
Used Cars
It appears that because of the wait times for new cards (due to supply constraints), used car prices have gone up even more. Used cars have risen 50%, based on Datium Insight’s price index in this ABC article. Meanwhile, car valuation expert Redbook.com.au estimates a 25 to 35% increase in recent years.
How to Finance Your Next Car Purchase
Have you been wondering about how your neighbour bought that fancy new car?
There is a better than even chance they took our finance to purchase it, with Mozo research showing that 52% of car buyers taking out a loan to buy a vehicle in the past decade, with the average loan size being $25,000. Most car loan providers offer a maximum term of up to 7 years, the average loan usually is repaid in the 2-3 year range.
It is also worth mentioning that if you are purchasing the vehicle for your business, the Federal Government’s temporary full expensing scheme can help your business’s cash flow.
If you would like to find out more about financing your next car purchase, whether it is for your household or business, get in touch with us today.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Much Have New Car Prices Increased Since the Pandemic?
According to an ABC article quoting pricemycar.com.au, the price of new cars has gone up as much as 25% since before the pandemic. The average price of a new car is up 7.6% since pre-pandemic times.
Which Car Brands Have Seen the Most Significant Price Increases?
The price increase varies a lot from manufacturer to manufacturer. For example, Land Rover has seen a 9.01% increase, Audi 9.59%, and BMW 8.42%.
How Have Used Car Prices Been Affected?
Used car prices have risen even more than new cars, with an increase of 50% based on Datium Insight’s price index. Another estimate suggests a 25 to 35% increase in recent years.
What Are the Financing Options for Buying a Car?
Research shows that 52% of car buyers have taken out a loan to buy a vehicle in the past decade, with the average loan size being $25,000. Most car loan providers offer a maximum term of up to 7 years.
Are There Any Incentives for Business Car Purchases?
If you are purchasing the vehicle for your business, the Federal Government’s temporary full expensing scheme can help improve your business’s cash flow.
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