Passenger cars by fuel: petrol is the largest part, 71% in 2026

Breakdown in 2026: petrol 71%, electric (including hybrids) 21%, diesel 6.2%, LPG 0.9%, natural gas (CNG) 0.1%, other or unknown 0%. Total: 9,415,540 cars.

Source: CBS, tabel 85237NED (Personenauto's actief; voertuigkenmerken, regio's, 1 januari) · opgehaald 25 oktober 2026 · selection: Bouwjaar: Totaal alle bouwjarenOpen the table Single block

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Passenger cars by fuel: petrol is the largest part, 71% in 2026

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