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Argentina’s Used-Car Market Holds 2025 Gains After October Dip as Banco Nación Cuts Auto Loan Rate

CCA cites election turbulence as the cause of the pause, signaling a November rebound toward more than 1.75 million transfers.

Overview

  • Used-vehicle transfers reached 166,285 in October, down 2.96% from September and 3.1% year on year, according to the CCA.
  • Through the first ten months, the sector is up roughly 12%, and the CCA projects finishing 2025 above 1.75 million operations.
  • Banco Nación lowered its “+Autos” fixed TNA in pesos to 38% with financing up to ARS 100 million for new or used vehicles over as many as 72 months, processed 100% at dealerships.
  • The Volkswagen Gol led October’s used-car rankings with 9,037 transfers, underscoring buyers’ preference for compact hatchbacks and medium pickups.
  • New-vehicle registrations totaled 51,982 in October, down 7.6% from September but up 16.9% year on year per ACARA, as manufacturers deploy incentives such as Honda’s US$4,100 Civic discount to support demand.