The Colombian automotive sector saw significant growth in March and the first quarter of 2026, according to an April 7 report from Federación Nacional de Comerciantes (Fenalco) and ANDI. The report highlights a notable increase in vehicle registrations, marking the best start for the industry since 2012.
The findings are important as they indicate a sustained recovery and renewed dynamism in Colombia’s automotive market after several years of challenges. The report points to both consumer demand and broader economic activity as key factors behind this trend.
In March 2026, there were 28,142 new vehicles registered—a rise of 53.4% compared to March of the previous year. From January through March, total registrations reached 73,659 units, representing a cumulative growth rate of 47.8% over the same period last year.
Sustainable technologies stood out in the report. Electric vehicle registrations reached 5,083 units in March—a jump of 267% compared to March last year—while hybrid vehicles totaled 7,631 units with an increase of 72.3%. These numbers suggest that more consumers are choosing cleaner mobility options.
Among vehicle segments, SUVs led with a growth rate of 248.5%, followed by commercial passenger vehicles at 107.6% and commercial cargo vehicles at 105%. This performance indicates rising demand not only for personal use but also for business logistics across Colombia.
Regionally, Bogotá D.C. recorded a registration increase of 121%, leading all cities; Medellín (Valle de Aburrá) followed with a rise of nearly seventy-one percent and Cartagena de Indias saw an increase close to sixty-eight percent. Intermediate cities such as Tunja and La Paz (Cesar) also showed gains around sixty-six percent each.
For further details on brand performance or regional breakdowns within the sector’s positive trajectory so far this year, Fenalco invites interested parties to consult their full analysis.
