November 14, 2026
The car market in Lebanon is witnessing noticeable changes that open the way for the possibility of a slight decline in prices during the next stage, in light of the growing import operations from abroad in parallel with the continued limited buying and selling movement within the local market.
In this context, sources active in the automotive sector confirmed that recent months have recorded a remarkable increase in the volume of imports, despite the exorbitant customs duties imposed on some vehicles, which range between 10,000 and 15,000 dollars per car, according to its type, value, and specifications.
The sources explained that this import activity contributed to strengthening the state treasury through customs revenues, but it faces a paradox represented by its imbalance with the volume of local demand, which is negatively affected by the decline in citizens’ purchasing power and the high costs of replacing cars.
The sources indicated that the relative stagnation in sales may lead to the accumulation of imported cars at dealers if their flow continues at current rates, which may force them to reduce prices or submit competitive offers to dispose of inventory, if the gap between the volume of supply and demand widens in the coming months.
Although prices are likely to fall, the sources indicated that this decline will not be comprehensive for all models, given that high customs duties and import costs will remain an obstacle that limits the depth of any potential reductions.
These data place the Lebanese car market in front of a new scene in which the intensity of competition between dealers is escalating, with the possibility of offering price facilities on specific models to confront stagnant demand and increased supply.
