Experian's Automotive Consumer Trend Report: Q1 2026

Q1 2026 U.S. Car Buyer Trends & Market Insights

SUVs Continue to Dominate the U.S. Auto Market in 2026

Key Market Highlights:

  • 117 million SUVs are currently in operation across the U.S., representing 42.2% of all vehicles on the road.
  • SUVs captured 63.45% of new retail registrations over the last 12 months, strengthening their position as the largest vehicle segment.
  • More than 7.8 million new SUVs and 14.4 million used SUVs were registered during the period.

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