Sales of New Cars In Chile – Data, Trends, Charts & Analysis
Here you will find annual car sales figures for Chile. These statistics are Total Market Volumes, which include passenger cars as well as light commercial vehicles (LCVs).
These figures come from unconfirmed sources and can vary slightly from other data you may find elsewhere. Despite our best efforts to find the most reliable data, we can’t guarantee 100% accuracy, unless a specific source is mentioned below the table. Still, we’re confident the provided data is sufficiently indicative of the size and trend of the market to be published as such. If you have access to a confirmed source of Chilean car sales figures, including a split between Passenger Cars and LCVs, or data going back before 2005, please get in touch with us.
Chile Automotive Sales Data & Recent Highlights
The Chile car sales market has been recovering in recent years. The market has been growing consistently with the exception of a few years of declines here and there. There are a number of factors that have contributed to the recovery of the Chile car sales market. These include the economic recovery, the increasing urbanization, and the increasing demand for SUVs.
The economic recovery has led to an increase in disposable income, which has made it easier for people to afford cars. The increasing urbanization has also created a demand for cars, as people need a way to get around in cities. And the increasing demand for SUVs is due to the fact that they are seen as more practical and comfortable than sedans.
However, there are some challenges that the Chile car sales market faces. These include the high cost of cars, the limited availability of financing, and the poor road infrastructure. The high cost of cars makes them less affordable for many people in Chile. The limited availability of financing makes it difficult for people to get loans to buy cars. And the poor road infrastructure makes it difficult to drive cars in some parts of the country.
Despite these challenges, the Chile car sales market is expected to continue to grow in the coming years. The economic recovery and the increasing urbanization are expected to continue to drive demand for cars. And the government is taking steps to address the challenges facing the market, such as reducing import duties and improving the road infrastructure.
Interesting Chile New Car Sales Stats
- Best Sales Year Volume: 315,326 units sold
- Worst Sales Year Volume: 130,753 units sold
- Average Sales Per Year: 229,720.9 units sold
- Total Sales Units (since 2005): 4,134,977 units sold
Chile New Motor Vehicle Sales Table
| Year | Sales | Growth |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 140,000 | |
| 2006 | 140,000 | 0.00 |
| 2007 | 180,000 | 28.57 |
| 2008 | 181,523 | 0.85 |
| 2009 | 130,753 | -27.97 |
| 2010 | 212,336 | 62.39 |
| 2011 | 245,116 | 15.44 |
| 2012 | 257,013 | 4.85 |
| 2013 | 286,588 | 11.51 |
| 2014 | 256,160 | -10.62 |
| 2015 | 212,023 | -17.23 |
| 2016 | 228,909 | 7.96 |
| 2017 | 276,785 | 20.91 |
| 2018 | 315,326 | 13.92 |
| 2019 | 260,683 | -17.33 |
| 2020 | 194,128 | -25.53 |
| 2021 | 304,045 | 56.62 |
| 2022 | 313,589 | 3.14 |
Chile New Motor Vehicle Sales Chart
Sources: Manufacturers, ANDC, JATO Dynamics.
