American Honda Motor Co. Inc.
10/01/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/01/2026 13:38
American Honda Posts Best September Since 2020 and Best Q3 Sales Results Since 2019
October 1, 2026
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American Honda sales up nearly 16% in September, 9.3% in Q3 |
Honda brand sales up over 17% in September, 9.3% in Q3 |
Best all-time Q3 with hybrid sales of over 106,000 |
Best-selling CR-V sets new records for Sept. and Q3 |
Acura sales up 9.9% in Q3 |
Acura SUVs had best Q3 in 6 years on growth of 17.9% |
- Despite low inventories of 16-17 days for key models, American Honda (AHM) sales reached 1,149,261 units in the first nine months of 2026, +4.7% year-to-date, driven by strong September sales of 121,796 units (+15.9%) and 392,341 in Q3 (+9.3%).
- American Honda passenger cars delivered the best September (+14.8%) since 2023 and best Q3 (+18.4%) since 2020.
- Honda brand sales are up 4.7% year-to-date, topping the 1 million mark in September (1,045,593), one month earlier than in 2025. September sales were up 17.1% (111,661 units) and Q3 sales up 9.3%, thanks to strong passenger car sales and a record performance from hybrid models.
- Acura brand sales are up 4.4% year-to-date, growing 4.4% in September and 9.9% in Q3, surpassing the 100,000 unit mark one month earlier than in 2025, led by strong sales of gateway models and SUVs. Acura SUV sales in Q3 were up 17.9% - the best Q3 performance since 2023.
Executive Comment: Lance Woelfer, Vice President of Auto Sales, American Honda Motor Co., Inc:
"Honda and Acura were able to buck industry trends and increase both sales and market share through a winning formula focused on affordability, record sales of hybrid models and a commitment to offer our customers a balanced lineup of passenger cars and light trucks. While we are experiencing some inventory issues due to sustained strong demand, I'm proud of our production team in North America along with our dealers for continuing to focus on meeting the needs of our customers."
BRAND REPORTS
Sales Highlights
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Honda sales grew 17.1% in September, 9.3% in Q3 and 4.7% YTD despite low inventories. Honda hybrid models established a new Q3 record while passenger cars posted big gains in September (+18.4%) and Q3 (+20.9%).
- CR-V overcame very low supply of 17 days, to post record Q3 (+16.6% on 110,730 units) and record September sales (+21.9% on 34,788 units). CR-V hybrid models, representing 53% of sales mix, achieved a best Q3 (59,668) and September (18,521).
- Passport maintained momentum, with 19.5% growth in September and 14.1% YTD, marking its best quarter ever (+17.9%) with rugged TrailSport trims accounting for over 80% of Passport sales; while Pilot was up +8.8% in September (9,481).
- Light truck sales marked an all-time best September (+16.5%), with sales of 76,997 units, and best Q3 (+4.3%) with double-digit gains from Odyssey (+66.4%) and Ridgeline (+24.4%) making big September sales contributions.
- HR-V also saw double digit growth in September (+14.5%), with 12,445 units contributing to a new Q3 sales record despite low inventory.
- Honda passenger car sales are up 16.5% YTD after an 18.4% gain in September, and 20.9% in Q3, marking a best Q3 since 2020.
- Civic sales totaled 17,724 units (+8.4%), with Civic hybrid accounting for 35% of sales mix, while Accord sales of 16,507 units were +27.7% in September, and +32.7% YTD. In Q3, Accord hybrid trims represented 44% of sales mix.
Sales Highlights
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Acura sales increased 4.4% on September sales of 10,135 units, representing the best September and Q3 since 2023. Gateway models ADX and Integra combined for Q3 sales growth of 24% with over 14,600 units.
- ADX premium gateway crossover reached 25,211 units year-to-date, posting Q3 growth of 22% and September sales of 2,701 units (+20.9%). ADX continues to lead its segment with around 30% of retail sales.
- Despite very low inventory, Integra continued its sales momentum, posting growth of 37.3% YTD and 27.5% in Q3 to top 20,000 units YTD. Integra maintains a significant lead in its segment with around 40% of retail sales.
- Acura SUVs posted double-digit growth in September (+15.5%) and Q3 (+17.9%), led by the Acura MDX with its seventh consecutive month over 4,000 units - up 63.4% in September, 63.5% in Q3 and 25.2% YTD.
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American Honda |
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| YTD |
Total
1,149,261 |
Cars
364,759 |
Trucks
784,502 |
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Total
103,668 |
Cars
21,204 |
Trucks
82,464 |
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Total
1,045,593 |
Cars
343,555 |
Trucks
702,038 |
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American Honda |
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| Q3 |
Total
392,341 |
Cars
125,353 |
Trucks
266,988 |
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Total
33,953 |
Cars
6,029 |
Trucks
27,924 |
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Total
358,388 |
Cars
119,324 |
Trucks
239,064 |
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American Honda |
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| Sept. |
Total
121,796 |
Cars
36,207 |
Trucks
85,589 |
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Total
10,135 |
Cars
1,543 |
Trucks
8,592 |
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Total
111,661 |
Cars
34,664 |
Trucks
76,997 |
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| YTD |
Total
1,149,261 |
Cars
364,759 |
Trucks
784,502 |
Total
103,668 |
Cars
21,204 |
Trucks
82,464 |
Total
1,045,593 |
Cars
343,555 |
Trucks
702,038 |
| Q3 |
Total
392,341 |
Cars
125,353 |
Trucks
283,210 |
Total
33,953 |
Cars
6,029 |
Trucks
27,924 |
Total
358,388 |
Cars
119,324 |
Trucks
239,064 |
| Sept. |
Total
121,796 |
Cars
36,207 |
Trucks
85,589 |
Total
10,135 |
Cars
1,543 |
Trucks
8,592 |
Total
111,661 |
Cars
34,664 |
Trucks
76,997 |
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