The Investor
07 Apr 2026, 15:31
Opel Automobile GmbH, part of Stellantis N.V., reported strong first-quarter 2026 performance in Germany, with significant gains in registrations and market share.
New passenger car registrations rose 39% year-on-year to nearly 33,600 units, lifting market share to 4.8%. In March alone, registrations increased 43%, reflecting strong demand across key models.
Growth was driven by popular SUV models including the Opel Mokka, Grandland, and Frontera, as well as continued strength of the Corsa, which remains Germany’s top-selling small car. Electric vehicles also gained momentum, accounting for nearly 21% of new registrations, with Opel’s EV market share rising to 4.3%.
The company said the results position it for continued growth in 2026, supported by a refreshed product lineup and increasing demand for electric mobility.
New passenger car registrations rose 39% year-on-year to nearly 33,600 units, lifting market share to 4.8%. In March alone, registrations increased 43%, reflecting strong demand across key models.
Growth was driven by popular SUV models including the Opel Mokka, Grandland, and Frontera, as well as continued strength of the Corsa, which remains Germany’s top-selling small car. Electric vehicles also gained momentum, accounting for nearly 21% of new registrations, with Opel’s EV market share rising to 4.3%.
The company said the results position it for continued growth in 2026, supported by a refreshed product lineup and increasing demand for electric mobility.