Serbia March 2016: Fiat 500L and Skoda Octavia tie for #1 YTD

Coca Cola lifts the Renault Clio Van to #3 this month in Serbia. 

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According to Central European market data specialists www.ceauto.co.hu, new car sales in Serbia shoot up 38% year-on-year in March to 2.828 units, almost as much as January and February put together. The Q1 total is now up 29% to 5.818 units.  Thanks to 139 units sold this month (#1), the Fiat 500L ties with the Skoda Octavia for the year-to-date pole position, both nameplates having sold 280 units so far this year. Surprise in third spot: the Renault Clio Van makes its first appearance in the Serbian Top 10 due to a large order by Coca Cola. The Hyundai i30 is strong in 4th place and 3rd position year-to-date. Brands data is now also available for February, showing Skoda in the lead with 16.9% share above Fiat (13.5%), VW (7.9%), Renault and Hyundai (both at 7.7%).

Previous month: Serbia February 2016: Skoda Octavia edges into top spot

One year ago: Serbia March 2015: Skoda Fabia cements pole position

Full March 2016 Top 10 models and February 2016 Top 30 All-brands below.