Latest data from Vietnam Customs shows a significant acceleration in the imported automobile market, with over 25,000 vehicles arriving in March alone, according a report from Radio the Voice of Vietnam’s online newspaper.
In March 2026, the volume of completely built-up (CBU) cars imported into Vietnam reached 25,255 units, representing a sharp increase of 56.9% compared to the previous month. This surge signals a clear momentum in the imported car market.
For the first quarter of 2026, Vietnam imported a total of 56,012 CBU units, a 21% increase year-on-year. Notably, this growth was primarily driven by the truck segment, reflecting a recovery in logistics, production, and business activities.
In the passenger vehicle segment, cars with nine seats or fewer reached 36,388 units, accounting for approximately 65% of total imports. This figure remains stable compared to the same period last year, suggesting that individual consumer demand continues to hold steady.
Regarding the countries of origin, Indonesia, China, and Thailand remained the primary suppliers to the Vietnamese market in Q1 2026. Indonesia led the way with 23,402 units, up 27.5%. China followed with 17,168 units, marking a massive 74.5% surge—the highest growth rate among all suppliers. In contrast, imports from Thailand dropped to 13,077 units, an 18.7% decrease compared to the first quarter of last year.