Car sales in Pakistan decline by 14% in December 2025. Pakistan Car sales (as reported by PAMA) clocked in at 13,280 units in Dec 2025. Reflecting a 35% YoY rise and 14% MoM decline. This took 1HFY26 sales to 88,322 units, a 46% YoY rise from 60,676 units in 1HFY25. According to Topline Securities, the yearly growth numbers are fueled by new entrants alongside lower interest, easing inflation. And improving macroeconomic sentiments. However, MoM sales were down primarily due to the end-of-year effect. With buyers delaying deliveries and new purchases in anticipation of new year registrations.
Indus Motor Company (INDU) posted a YoY growth of 40% to 2,312 units. Corolla, Yaris and Cross sales together went up 83% YoY while down 35% MoM to 2,116 units. Meanwhile, Fortuner and IMVs plunged 61% YoY and 67% MoM to 196 units. Company wise: Honda Atlas Cars (HCAR) posted YoY growth of 75% YoY. But declined on MoM basis to 1,943 units in Dec 2025. City & Civic models rose 79% YoY to 1,739 units while BRV & HRV models rose 46% YoY to 204 units in Dec 2025.
Hyundai Nishat reported YoY growth of 11% and 2% MoM, amid a 105% & 52% YoY rise in Sonata & Elantra models. Sazgar Engineering (SAZEW) reported sales of 1,165 units in Dec-25, up 5% MoM. 2 & 3 wheelers sales increased by 36% YoY whereas same is down by 3% on MoM basis to 160,408 units in Dec 2025. This takes 1HFY26 sales to 923,759 units, a 33% YoY rise. Atlas Honda (ATLH), the maker of the popular CD70 bike, yet again recorded all-time high monthly sales of 143,091 units in Dec 2025.
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Topline Securities expect positive momentum in auto sales to continue in FY26, supported by lower interest rates and new hybrid and plug-in hybrid models. Additionally, easing inflation and improved economic activity should further strengthen demand in the coming months. Car sales in Pakistan fell by 14 percent in December 2025 compared to the previous month. Reflecting continued pressure on the country’s automobile market. Industry data shows that lower consumer demand, high prices, and tight financing conditions remained key factors behind the decline.
The automobile industry is a significant contributor to Pakistan’s manufacturing sector, and continued fluctuations in car sales are closely watched as an indicator of overall consumer confidence and economic health. Industry representatives believe that sales may improve in the coming months if economic conditions ease and financing becomes more accessible. However, they caution that sustained recovery will depend on broader economic stability, lower inflation, and supportive government policies.