Citroën continues to consolidate its position in the national automotive market, having secured fourth place among the best-selling brands in Portugal in March, standing out as the one that grew the most among the main players in the sector.
Significant growth above market average
In March, the brand recorded a 23.6% increase in sales, clearly surpassing the overall market trend.
In the combined total of passenger vehicles (PV) and light commercial vehicles (LCV), Citroën sold 1,921 units, achieving a market share of 6.5%.
In the passenger segment, the performance was even more impressive, with 1,697 units sold, representing a growth of 29.5% — well above the 8.5% recorded by the market.
In light commercial vehicles, the brand delivered 224 units, securing a share of 7.6%.
Citroën C3 leads Portuguese preferences
The highlight of the month was the Citroën C3, which established itself as the best-selling car in Portugal in March, with 980 units delivered.
Available with hybrid, electric, and combustion engines, the model also reinforces its position in the year-to-date, ranking third with 1,736 units registered in the first quarter.
Leadership in electric commercials
In the segment of electric vehicles, Citroën has distinguished itself by taking the lead in the market for 100% electric light commercial vehicles.
In total electric vehicles (VP+VCL), the brand recorded 389 units, being the most representative within its group.
First quarter confirms growth trend
The positive performance extends to the cumulative total of the first quarter of 2026, where Citroën maintains the fourth position in the national market.
In total VP+VCL, the brand sold 4,315 units, achieving a market share of 6.0% and registering a growth of 20.8%, again above the market evolution.
In the passenger segment, 3,713 units were sold, with an increase of 41.9% and a market share of 5.8%. In light commercial vehicles, the brand totals 602 units and a market share of 8.2%.
An increasingly solid positioning
With consistent growth across all segments and leadership in strategic areas such as electric commercial vehicles, Citroën reinforces its position as one of the main players in the automotive market in Portugal.