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Argentina’s Used-Car Sales Hit 2025 Record at 1.89 Million

Industry leaders cite limited credit as the key hurdle to sustain momentum in 2026.

Overview

  • CCA data show 1,887,024 used-vehicle transfers in 2025, up 8.12% from 2024 and surpassing the 2013 peak of 1,855,032.
  • December tallied 151,994 transfers, a 5.32% year-over-year decline but a 15.07% increase versus November.
  • Volkswagen Gol led the 2025 rankings with 104,581 units, alongside heavy demand for pickups such as Toyota Hilux (74,097) and VW Amarok (50,957), with Chevrolet Corsa/Classic at 55,501.
  • Interior provinces posted the strongest gains, led by Formosa (+29.68%), Santiago del Estero (+25.24%) and Neuquén (+23.73%), with Tucumán (+11.89%) and Salta (+15.99%) outpacing the national rate as Buenos Aires and CABA rose more moderately.
  • The CCA is urging improved financing terms and rolling out digital tools for sales and inventory, with the sector expecting clearer signals after the first half of 2026.