Car sales rise 2x in April 2026

May 12, 2026 (MLN): The sales of cars, including LCVs, vans, and jeeps, in Pakistan increased by 106.9% in April 2026, clocking in at 22,015 units compared to 10,640 units recorded in the same month of last year, the latest data from the Pakistan Automotive Manufacturers Association (PAMA) showed today.

Similarly, on a month-on-month basis, auto sales have increased by 41.7% compared to the 15,531 cars sold in March 2026.

Cumulatively, in 10MFY26, sales clocked in at 166,035 units, around 49.0% higher compared to 111,467 units sold in 10MFY25.

In the company-wise landscape, Toyota retained its market leadership, with sales rising to 3,451 units in April 2026 compared to 2,516 units in the same month last year.

The increase was largely supported by sustained demand for Corolla, Yaris, and Corolla Cross, particularly in the higher engine capacity segment, as consumer appetite for Toyota's established lineup remained resilient.

Similarly, Honda posted continued growth momentum, with sales reaching 2,432 units, up from 1,574 units in April 2025. The strong performance shows sustained demand for Civic and City, as the sedan segment continued to benefit from relatively stable macroeconomic conditions and improving consumer confidence.

Suzuki Swift also recorded a remarkable year-on-year surge, with sales climbing to 2,205 units in April 2026 compared to just 671 units in April 2025, signaling a strong recovery in the mid-segment hatchback category.

Meanwhile, Suzuki continued to dominate the small car segment through its broader portfolio.

The Alto remained the single largest contributor within the below 1,000cc category, recording 7,567 units against 2,276 units in the same month last year a near three-fold increase anchoring overall industry volumes.

The Cultus also maintained a healthy trajectory with 489 units, while the Every van contributed steadily at 751 units.

Hyundai maintained a stable presence in the market. The Elantra continued to contribute within the sedan category, recording 428 units compared to 218 units in April 2025, showing healthy traction in the premium sedan space.

The Sonata, however, remained limited to a niche segment with relatively modest volumes.

In the emerging SUV and crossover space, Sazgar Engineering Works delivered a standout performance through its HAVAL lineup, with sales surging to 2,208 units from 539 units in April 2025 a four-fold increase that underscores a decisive shift in consumer preferences towards premium crossovers.

The Hyundai Tucson also recorded a notable rebound, reaching 259 units versus just 5 units in April 2025, further reinforcing growing appetite in the SUV segment.

Additionally, the newly introduced Jetour by United Motors contributed 305 units, signaling the growing competitiveness in the crossover space.

The jeeps, pickups, and SUVs segment showed strong overall momentum during April 2026, with total sales standing at 4,628 units, up significantly from 2,636 units in the corresponding month last year.

Within this category, Toyota's Fortuner and IMVs continued to anchor the premium SUV space with 879 units, while Honda's BR-V and HR-V posted steady demand at 284 units.

Sazgar's HAVAL lineup emerged as the dominant force within the segment, further consolidating its foothold amid strong consumer inclination towards crossover SUVs.

The commercial vehicle segment also reflected improving economic activity.

Trucks and buses recorded total sales of 824 units in April 2026, compared to 520 units in April 2025, signaling a continued pickup in logistics and industrial movement.

Similarly, the agriculture-linked segment remained robust, with tractor sales reaching 2,824 units in April 2026 versus 1,602 units in the same month last year, highlighting strong rural demand and continued support from the farming sector.