Many manufacturers are continuing to suffer from supply issues due to the ongoing restraints caused by the coronavirus pandemic. The shortage of semiconductors and other components due to the war in Ukraine and the shipping delays due to Brexit have also greatly impacted the industry. We are finding that rebuilding capacity and revitalising the supply chain is taking some time and adding to new car delivery timescales.
As a result, the delivery time for BRAND new cars is becoming longer than expected. We are closely monitoring the situation and will proactively keep our clients informed of any progress. Our core brand partners have supported us in compiling a list, and we are pleased to see some flexibility and a return to normal “stock” levels.
As always, the best approach is to get in touch with the experts here at Pike + Bambridge for the latest impartial advice and support.
Information is accurate as of Wednesday, 7th December 2022.
Audi
- After a long while, we are seeing positive and consistent updates from the Audi factory. Not necessarily imminent in terms of car delivery, but we are at last seeing build weeks become confirmed.
- E-Tron and E-Tron GT are available within 12-16 weeks of order.
- Q4 models are seeing some delays and are anticipated to arrive mid 2023.
- Expect delays for the A3/4/5/6/7 combustion engine models as well. While there is a little wait, the timeframes are reliable. Because of the uncertainty we’ve seen over the last 2 years, their reliability has been a step in a positive direction.
- Production issues continue to delay the Q3 Sportback model.
- There is some stock of Q7 and Q8 available within a month, whilst some Q5 models are a 3-month wait.
- Audi’s ‘Q’ range of combustion engines continue to consistently arrive on time for months now.
- We are expecting a price rise from Audi of 1.7% as we enter January 2023. This is due to an increase in input and operation costs.
BMW
- Almost all combustion engine models are expected to experience a reduction in car delivery timescales. Expect at least a 9-10 month wait from ordering. Nationwide cancellations may allow you to bring your order forward if you do not need the exact requested model.
- The BMW iX 40 M Sport and iX3 M Sport pro electric range models are readily available.
- The iX50 M Sport is highly popular for its extended range. However, due to this popularity, there are some cancellations. Customers should expect a factory order delivery time of around 9-12 months.
- BMW i4 is currently a 12-month delivery time.
- BMW, similar to Audi, have announced that there will be a price increase across all models January 2023. Orders will be secured and price protected if they are confirmed before January.
Mini
- Realistically here the car delivery time will be May-June 2023. We’ve seen the MINI model go through some specification changes and pricing reviews. The only real opportunity to secure a MINI sooner is if you manage to source a cancelled order.
Tesla
- Tesla is stabilising in terms of their car delivery timescales. We are seeing Tesla offer deliveries within the same quarter, or the next quarter.
- We have also positively started to see Tesla begin to offer discounted rates with various finance companies.
- We estimate that Tesla requires a lead time of 2-3 months before offering a delivery.
Jaguar
- Jaguar XE, XF, and XF Sportsbrake are now available to order with a delivery time of under 6 months.
- The E-PACE is available in 6-9 months for D200 and p300e hybrid. No other engines are available.
- The F-PACE is available in 6-9 months with engines D200, D300, P250, P400, p550, and P400e.
- The I-PACE is now under a 6-months delivery time for all models.
- The F-Type coupe and F-Type convertible are deliverable in under 3 months.
Volkswagen
- Volkswagen is one of the largest supplying manufacturers of vehicles to the UK. However, deliveries have become a real issue for many clients. While some of the more premium brands have increased pricing, Volkswagen has been able to offer a better value.
- Factories in Germany have now moved back to a three-split shift pattern. This is a positive development, although production is not yet at 100%. It marks a significant increase from the previous one-shift-per-day arrangement.
- The Tiguan has shown slow but positive progress. We are observing the factory moving vehicles and assigning build weeks to orders. The Golf is seeing some delay, but orders are slowly moving which is positive.
- The new Taigo, T-Roc, and Polo models have consistently proven their reliability, arriving within 2 months of order in almost every case. Volkswagen is experiencing some delays in shipping at the moment with 1,700 cars affected by the factory summer shut down. We are expecting these to move again in mid-August and don’t anticipate this being a long-term delay.
- The biggest problem for Volkswagen is their star of the show – the Golf. Many of our clients are awaiting the release of the Golf models. They have 700,000 backlogged due to micro-chip issues and have not released them. VW’s CEO has stated, “We are making every effort to process the order backlog that has reached a historic high as swiftly as we can so that our customers can take delivery of their new VW as soon as possible.”
- The all-electric ID.3 is now seeing around a 12-month delivery time. P+B has pre-secured some orders due to arrive early 2023. The ID.5 offers a delivery time of just 3 months, while specific ID.4 models occasionally become available on special offers. Some ID.4’s are seeing 6-12 month waits from order now.
Land Rover
- Land Rover traditionally built vehicles according to client demand because specifications can change drastically. They have now adopted an unsystematic approach where factories dictate the build schedule and determine what gets produced. This shift has resulted in significant uncertainty regarding accurate build dates.
- Regardless of the engine selected, the car delivery times for Defender models (90, 110, and 130) are all 9-12 months. Defender models can only be financed using Personal Contract Purchase, Lease Purchase, or Cash Purchase.
- Discovery models are all 6-9 month delivery time with only the D300 and P360 engines available. Discovery Sport is only available with a hybrid p300e and currently has a 9-12 month delivery timescale.
- Range Rover Evoque D200, P250, and P300e are available in 6-9 months. P200 and D165 engines are unavailable to order.
- Range Rover Velar is deliverable within 6-9 months in a variety of petrol, diesel, and hybrid engines.
- Range Rover Sport is still available to order but only using PCP, LP, or cash purchase. Delivery timescales for all engines are 6-9 months with the hybrid p440e engine being the most popular.
- Range Rover models currently have a delivery time of up to 3 years. However, we believe it is more likely to be 2 years. Range Rover can only be purchased using Personal Contract Purchase, Lease Purchase, or Cash Purchase. Pike+Bambridge is consistently working with Range Rover on this as the information we receive fluctuates frequently.
Mercedes-Benz
- The biggest upset now is around the future of ordering with the German brand – Mercedes-Benz. Mercedes is threatening to move to an Agency Model, where offering pricing will not be confirmed until after the 3rd January 2023.
- Positively we do have a range of pre-ordered models our clients can take advantage off.
- When it comes to Mercedes-Benz products, our advice is to inquire about your preferences, allow us to locate it, and promptly secure the car before it’s gone. The good news is that if you need it quickly, it is likely to be delivered promptly.
- Some trim lines of EQC, EQB, and EQS are the key focus for Mercedes, and some delivery times for these models this year.
Volvo
- Volvo has re-opened the order banks for hybrid models and delivery timescales are currently 10 months for any factory orders for the XC range.
The V and S model range has delivery times of 9-12 months. - We’re also excited to see the launch of the Electric Volvo XC90 – albeit a long time scale away still. We look forward to announcing more on the model as 2023 begins.
Porsche
- The delivery time for most models is currently 12-24 months. Models like the Macan are closer to the 12-month timescale. 911’s and Targa’s would be closer to the 24-month delivery time. There is the option to look at Taycan’s, and Cayenne Platinum Edition for quicker delivery because the delivery time for these models is 9-12 months.
Skoda/SEAT/Cupra
- Limited amounts of stock are becoming available, but there is stock coming through. The most reliable models with a delivery time of less than 3 months are the SEAT Ateca, Skoda Karoq and Cupra Formentor V1. Most other models (combustion engine, hybrid and electric) are factory orders around a 6-9 month delivery time.
Nissan/Hyundai
- Nissan, Hyundai, and Kia were very reliable, however we have recently seen delays and car delivery times being pushed out. Available stock levels are low, but manufacturers are delivering most factory orders within 6 months, depending on the model and specification you’re considering.
Renault / Peugeot / Vauxhall
- All three brands are improving each week at the moment in terms of the time scales, and we’re positively seeing Finance Companies introurced new offers. The issue with these brands is within the transportation stage to the UK, with transportation issues at the UK port.
Commercial vehicles
- Among brands that offer both pickups and vans, manufacturers are facing pushback due to supply volume challenges. For custom orders, the average wait time ranges from 6 to 12 months. However, if you are flexible or interested in a standard white small or large LCV, we expect to have these available before 2023.
- Manufacturers are delivering smaller commercial vehicles, particularly in the Peugeot/Vauxhall range, more quickly, with certain electric models arriving as early as March.
- Regarding pickups, currently Toyota has a few available, and all of them are scheduled to arrive in 2023.
The situation is of course fluid, and we are seeing production and delivery dates move both back and forth, so we’ll be sure to keep this list updated with the latest information from our network of trusted core brand partners.
