Saudi Arabia Automotive Loan Market

Saudi Arabia Automotive Loan Market By Vehicle Type (Two-Wheeler, Passenger Car, Commercial Vehicle), By Provider Type [Banks, NBFCs (Non-Banking Financial Companies, Others], By Percentage of Amount Sanctioned (Less than 25%, 25-50%, 51-75%, More than 75%), By Tenure (Less than 3 Years, 3-5 Years, More than 5 Years), By Region, By Company, Forecast & Opportunities, 2018-2028F


The Saudi Arabia automotive loan market is poised to experience substantial growth during the forecast period. This can be attributed to the increasing awareness among the population regarding automotive loans, customer preferences, and favorable government regulations. Additionally, the rising prices of automobiles have made vehicle ownership a significant challenge, thereby driving the demand for automotive loans in Saudi Arabia. Consequently, more individuals are opting for automotive loans to finance their vehicle purchases, leading to the expansion of the automotive loan market in the country.

Automotive loans are offered to customers in Saudi Arabia by banks and financing companies, enabling them to own a vehicle. The loan amount and associated costs are paid back in convenient monthly installments over a specific period. Banks, non-banking financial companies (NBFCs), original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and fintech companies primarily provide automotive loans in Saudi Arabia, offering varying tenures and interest rates.

According to data from the International Trade Administration, Saudi Arabia holds the largest market share for electric vehicles in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, accounting for 36%. In 2020, Saudi Arabia accounted for over 52% of vehicle sales in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and 35% in the MENA region. The number of cars in Saudi Arabia has surpassed twelve million, with the country's population expected to exceed 35 million by mid-2022. With every third Saudi citizen owning a vehicle, the growing number of car owners is expected to drive the automotive loan market in Saudi Arabia.

The digitalization of financial institutions has played a significant role in fueling market growth. Automotive loan companies are embracing advanced technological developments to improve operational efficiency and enhance customer satisfaction. The emergence of fintech companies as competitors to traditional financial services in the Saudi Arabian auto lending sector has further boosted the demand for automotive loans. The increasing presence of private fintech companies in the automotive finance market has prompted a shift from government to private automotive loan providers. The adoption of online platforms by banks, finance companies, and car brands, with the option to initiate loan applications online, is expected to drive the growth of the Saudi Arabia automotive loan market in the coming years.

The surging demand for vehicles in Saudi Arabia continues to be a key driver of market growth.

The demand for vehicles in Saudi Arabia is experiencing a notable upsurge, driven by the increasing demand for connected vehicles and ongoing digital transformation. The recent entry of female drivers into the market is expected to further stimulate overall vehicle sales, consequently positively impacting the automotive loan market in Saudi Arabia. In this region, four-wheelers are preferred over two-wheelers, with cars being considered a luxury item rather than a mere means of transportation. As car prices continue to rise, consumers are anticipated to turn to automotive loans to facilitate their purchases, thereby driving the growth of the Saudi Arabia automotive loan market.

The Advantages of Automotive Loans Fuel Market Expansion

Automotive loans have gained immense popularity in Saudi Arabia, with individuals favoring this loan type to purchase vehicles due to its no guarantor requirement. Moreover, applicants can obtain automotive loans on the same day of application completion, provided all necessary bank documents are in order. Companies are offering financing options up to a maximum percentage of the car's estimated value, coupled with competitive interest rates. Automotive loans simplify the process for customers to acquire the vehicles they desire, making it an ideal choice for those seeking monthly payment options. Hence, the automotive loan market is driven by the inherent benefits it offers.

Market Segmentation

The Saudi Arabia automotive loan market is segmented based on vehicle type, provider type, percentage of amount sanctioned, tenure, region and competitive landscape. Vehicle type categorization includes two-wheelers, passenger cars, and commercial vehicles. Provider type classification comprises banks, NBFCs (non-banking financial companies), Others. The percentage of amount sanctioned is divided into four segments: less than 25%, 25-50%, 51-75%, and more than 75%. Tenure segmentation includes less than 3 years, 3-5 years, and more than 5 years.

Company Profiles

Al Rajhi Banking & Investment Corp., Riyad Bank, National Commercial Bank, Abdul Latif Jameel United Finance Company, The Saudi Investment Bank, Arab National Bank, Saudi Finance Company, AL AMTHAL Finance Company, Alinma Bank, and Emirates NBD PJSC are some of the major market players that are driving the growth of the Saudi Arabia automotive loan market.

Report Scope:

In this report, the Saudi Arabia automotive loan market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:
  • Saudi Arabia Automotive Loan Market, By Vehicle Type:
  • Two-Wheeler
  • Passenger Car
  • Commercial Vehicle
  • Saudi Arabia Automotive Loan Market, By Provider Type:
  • Banks
  • NBFCs (Non-Banking Financial Companies)
  • Others
  • Saudi Arabia Automotive Loan Market, By Percentage of Amount Sanctioned:
  • Less than 25%
  • 25-50%
  • 51-75%
  • More than 75%
  • Saudi Arabia Automotive Loan Market, By Tenure:
  • Less than 3 Years
  • 3-5 Years
  • More than 5 Years
  • Saudi Arabia Automotive Loan Market, By Region:
  • Western
  • Central & Northern
  • Eastern
  • Southern
Competitive Landscape

Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies present in the Saudi Arabia automotive loan market.

Company Information
  • Detailed analysis and profiling of additional market players (up to five).
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1. Introduction
1.1. Product Overview
1.2. Key Highlights of the Report
1.3. Market Coverage
1.4. Market Segments Covered
1.5. Research Tenure Considered
2. Research Methodology
2.1. Objective of the Study
2.2. Baseline Methodology
2.3. Key Industry Partners
2.4. Major Association and Secondary Sources
2.5. Forecasting Methodology
2.6. Data Triangulation & Validation
2.7. Assumptions and Limitations
3. Executive Summary
3.1. Market Overview
3.2. Market Forecast
3.3. Key Regions
3.4. Key Segments
4. Voice of Customer Analysis
4.1. Sample Size Determination
4.2. Respondent Demographics
4.2.1. By Gender
4.2.2. By Age
4.2.3. By Occupation
4.3. Brand Awareness
4.4. Factors Influencing Loan Availing Decision
4.5. Sources of Information
4.6. Challenges Faced
5. Saudi Arabia Automotive Loan Market Outlook
5.1. Market Size & Forecast
5.1.1. By Value
5.2. Market Share & Forecast
5.2.1. By Vehicle Type Market Share Analysis [Two-Wheeler, Passenger Car, Commercial Vehicle]
5.2.2. By Provider Type Market Share Analysis [Banks, NBFCs (Non-Banking Financial companies, Others]
5.2.3. By Percentage of Amount Sanctioned Market Share [Less than 25%, 25-50%, 51-75%, More than 75%]
5.2.4. By Tenure Market Share [Less than 3 Years, 3-5 Years, More than 5 Years
5.2.5. By Regional Market Share Analysis
5.2.5.1. Western Market Share Analysis
5.2.5.2. Central & Northern Market Share Analysis
5.2.5.3. Eastern Market Share Analysis
5.2.5.4. Southern Market Share Analysis
5.2.6. By Top 5 Companies Market Share Analysis, Others (2022)
5.3. Saudi Arabia Automotive Loan Market Mapping & Opportunity Assessment
5.3.1. By Vehicle Type Market Mapping & Opportunity Assessment
5.3.2. By Provider Type Market Mapping & Opportunity Assessment
5.3.3. By Percentage of Amount Sanctioned Market Mapping & Opportunity Assessment
5.3.4. By Tenure Market Mapping & Opportunity Assessment
5.3.5. By Region Market Mapping & Opportunity Assessment
6. Saudi Arabia Two-Wheeler Automotive Loan Market Outlook
6.1. Market Size & Forecast
6.1.1. By Value
6.2. Market Share & Forecast
6.2.1. By Provider Type Market Share Analysis
6.2.2. By Percentage of Amount Sanctioned Market Share Analysis
6.2.3. By Tenure Market Share Analysis
7. Saudi Arabia Passenger Car Automotive Loan Market Outlook
7.1. Market Size & Forecast
7.1.1. By Value
7.2. Market Share & Forecast
7.2.1. By Provider Type Market Share Analysis
7.2.2. By Percentage of Amount Sanctioned Market Share Analysis
7.2.3. By Tenure Market Share Analysis
8. Saudi Arabia Commercial Vehicle Automotive Loan Market Outlook
8.1. Market Size & Forecast
8.1.1. By Value
8.2. Market Share & Forecast
8.2.1. By Provider Type Market Share Analysis
8.2.2. By Percentage of Amount Sanctioned Market Share Analysis
8.2.3. By Tenure Market Share Analysis
9. Market Dynamics
9.1. Drivers
9.1.1. Rising Demand for Loans for Passenger Cars
9.1.2. Expansion of Automotive Loan for Vehicles
9.1.3. High Prices of Vehicles
9.2. Challenges
9.2.1. Increasing Interest Rate Competition
9.2.2. Bad Credit History
10. Impact of COVID-19 on Saudi Arabia Automotive Loan Market
10.1. Impact Assessment Model
10.1.1. Key Segments Impacted
10.1.2. Key Regions Impacted
10.1.3. Key Provider Type Impacted
11. Market Trends & Developments
11.1. Surging Demand for Vehicles in Saudi Arabia
11.2. Digitalization of Financial Institution
11.3. Rise in Fintech Companies
11.4. Surging Demand from Commercial Industries
11.5. Competitive Interest Rate on Automotive Loan
12. Porter’s Five Forces Model
12.1. Competitive Rivalry
12.2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
12.3. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
12.4. Threat of New Entrants
12.5. Threat of Substitutes
13. SWOT Analysis
13.1. Strengths
13.2. Weaknesses
13.3. Opportunities
13.4. Threats
14. Policy & Regulatory Landscape
15. Saudi Arabia Economic Profile
16. Competitive Landscape
16.1. Company Profiles
16.1.1. Al Rajhi Banking & Investment Corp.
16.1.1.1. Company Details
16.1.1.2. Products
16.1.1.3. Financials (As Per Availability)
16.1.1.4. Key Market Focus & Geographical Presence
16.1.1.5. Recent Developments
16.1.1.6. Key Management Personnel
16.1.2. Riyad Bank
16.1.2.1. Company Details
16.1.2.2. Products
16.1.2.3. Financials (As Per Availability)
16.1.2.4. Key Market Focus & Geographical Presence
16.1.2.5. Recent Developments
16.1.2.6. Key Management Personnel
16.1.3. National Commercial Bank
16.1.3.1. Company Details
16.1.3.2. Products
16.1.3.3. Financials (As Per Availability)
16.1.3.4. Key Market Focus & Geographical Presence
16.1.3.5. Recent Developments
16.1.3.6. Key Management Personnel
16.1.4. Abdul Latif Jameel United Finance Company
16.1.4.1. Company Details
16.1.4.2. Products
16.1.4.3. Financials (As Per Availability)
16.1.4.4. Key Market Focus & Geographical Presence
16.1.4.5. Recent Developments
16.1.4.6. Key Management Personnel
16.1.5. The Saudi Investment Bank
16.1.5.1. Company Details
16.1.5.2. Products
16.1.5.3. Financials (As Per Availability)
16.1.5.4. Key Market Focus & Geographical Presence
16.1.5.5. Recent Developments
16.1.5.6. Key Management Personnel
16.1.6. Arab National Bank
16.1.6.1. Company Details
16.1.6.2. Products
16.1.6.3. Financials (As Per Availability)
16.1.6.4. Key Market Focus & Geographical Presence
16.1.6.5. Recent Developments
16.1.6.6. Key Management Personnel
16.1.7. Saudi Finance Company
16.1.7.1. Company Details
16.1.7.2. Products
16.1.7.3. Financials (As Per Availability)
16.1.7.4. Key Market Focus & Geographical Presence
16.1.7.5. Recent Developments
16.1.7.6. Key Management Personnel
16.1.8. AL AMTHAL Finance Company
16.1.8.1. Company Details
16.1.8.2. Products
16.1.8.3. Financials (As Per Availability)
16.1.8.4. Key Market Focus & Geographical Presence
16.1.8.5. Recent Developments
16.1.8.6. Key Management Personnel
16.1.9. Alinma Bank
16.1.9.1. Company Details
16.1.9.2. Products
16.1.9.3. Financials (As Per Availability)
16.1.9.4. Key Market Focus & Geographical Presence
16.1.9.5. Recent Developments
16.1.9.6. Key Management Personnel
16.1.10. Emirates NBD PJSC
16.1.10.1. Company Details
16.1.10.2. Products
16.1.10.3. Financials (As Per Availability)
16.1.10.4. Key Market Focus & Geographical Presence
16.1.10.5. Recent Developments
16.1.10.6. Key Management Personnel
17. Strategic Recommendations/Action Plan
17.1. Key Focus Areas
17.2. Target Vehicle Type
17.3. Target Provider Type
18. About Us & Disclaimer
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