FOTW #1292, May 29, 2023: Light Trucks Dominated Sales of Light-Duty Vehicles with an MSRP over $30,000

At the lower end of the price spectrum based on manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP), there were more cars sold than light trucks; however, light-duty vehicle sales over $30,000 were dominated by light trucks.

Vehicle Technologies Office

May 29, 2023
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At the lower end of the price spectrum based on manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP), there were more cars sold than light trucks; however, light-duty vehicle sales over $30,000 were dominated by light trucks (pickup trucks, sport utility vehicles, vans, and minivans). For 2021, most light-duty vehicle sales fell into the MSRP range of $28,000 to $44,000.

Car and Light Truck Sales by Price Category, 2021

Note: Price based on manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP). Light trucks include pickup trucks, sport utility vehicles, vans, and minivans.

Source: Oak Ridge National Laboratory calculations.