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Pakistan’s auto sector posted a strong year-on-year rebound in November 2025, with car sales including LCVs, vans, and jeeps jumping 51.9% to 15,442 units, according to PAMA. However, sales slipped 10.9% compared to October, reflecting ongoing market volatility despite improving annual momentum.
The auto industry continued its recovery during 5MFY26 as cumulative sales climbed 47.5% to 75,033 units compared to 50,856 units a year earlier. Rising production levels, improved supply chains, and better inventory flow have supported this upward trend. November alone saw total vehicle production touch 166,149 units, showing the sector’s expanding capacity.
| Units | Nov-25 | Nov-24 | YoY % | Oct-25 | MoM % | 5MFY26 | 5MFY25 | Cumulative % |
| Car Sales | 15,442 | 10,163 | 51.9% | 17,333 | -10.9% | 75,033 | 50,856 | 47.5% |
| Passenger Cars | 12,408 | 7,972 | 55.6% | 13,513 | -8.2% | 55,239 | 38,597 | 43.1% |
| LCVs, Vans & Jeeps | 3,034 | 2,191 | 38.5% | 3,820 | -20.6% | 19,794 | 12,259 | 61.5% |
| Car Production | 16,495 | 11,718 | 40.8% | 18,948 | -12.9% | 83,283 | 52,705 | 58.0% |
| Passenger Cars | 12,958 | 8,894 | 45.7% | 15,112 | -14.3% | 64,184 | 38,889 | 65.0% |
| LCVs, Vans & Jeeps | 3,537 | 2,824 | 25.2% | 3,836 | -7.8% | 19,099 | 13,816 | 38.2% |
Toyota continued to dominate the 1300cc+ category, producing 3,056 units and selling 3,236 units in November. Honda followed with production of 2,198 units and sales of 2,359 units, indicating solid demand for City and Civic models.
Suzuki maintained strong volumes across segments, including 1,101 Swift units produced and 1,367 sold. The Alto led the below-1000cc category with 5,124 units produced and 4,069 sold.
The SUV and pickup segment recorded 3,57 units produced and 3,034 sold, with Toyota’s Fortuner and IMVs leading the category. Honda’s BR-V and HR-V also maintained stable demand while new crossover models gained traction.
In commercial vehicles, trucks and buses saw production of 607 units with 530 sold in November, supported by brands such as Hino, Isuzu, and JAC.
The tractor segment showed robust activity as production reached 2,971 units and sales rose to 3,663 units, reflecting continued agricultural demand.
“The strong year-on-year rise shows the auto sector’s recovery momentum, though monthly fluctuations reflect cautious consumer sentiment,” an industry analyst noted, adding that continued supply stability and improved financing conditions remain crucial for sustaining growth.
