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Demand for used motorhomes declines, market shifts to buyer

07.07.2026 03:07 1 min 2 sources
Streekgids Het laatste nieuws NLD + 1 more
Demand for used motorhomes declines, market shifts to buyer
Original source: Streekgids Het laatste nieuws

In Brief

In the Netherlands, demand for used motorhomes is falling due to rising taxes and fuel prices. Sellers are forced to make concessions, turning the market into a buyer's market.

The market for used motorhomes in the Netherlands is shifting from a seller's to a buyer's market. Despite rising airfare prices, interest in purchasing such vehicles is declining. According to vehicle specialist OSW, consumers are more critical of ownership and operating costs.

Key factors include high fuel prices and tax increases. Since January 1, 2026, the road tax for motorhomes has been raised: the popular quarter rate was replaced by a half rate, doubling the tax for owners. An attempt to reverse the increase through parliament failed on May 12. The average recommended diesel price is around €2.51 per liter.

Sellers are increasingly willing to negotiate on price, as professional buyers reduce their purchases. However, total registrations of new motorhomes rose by 9% in the first four months of the year.

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Demand for used motorhomes declines

21.05.2026 Streekgids Het laatste nieuws NLD Original source

Demand for used motorhomes cools, shifting power to buyers

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Updated: 25.07.2026

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$2.82 /l

€2.48 · £2.12/l

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pricier than 98% of countries

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pricier than 97% of countries

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€2.46 · £2.10/l

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pricier than 98% of countries

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€2.65 · £2.26/l

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LPG

$1.26 /l

€1.11 · £0.95/l

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pricier than 93% of countries

CNG

$1.93 /l

€1.70 · £1.45/l

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pricier than 80% of countries

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