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The Most Registered Cars in Andorra in 2026
Registration data from the Principality reveals more than a top-10 list – it maps exactly where the fiscal advantage is largest, and which buyers are acting on it.
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When you look at which cars are actually being registered in Andorra, a clear pattern emerges: the models that dominate the statistics are not necessarily the most common cars on European roads. They are, almost without exception, the cars where the gap between Andorran and French or Spanish pricing is largest. Registration data is, in that sense, a proxy for rational financial decision-making at scale.
This article breaks down the most registered brands and models in Andorra based on 2025 volume estimates, projects the trajectory into 2026, and explains what those numbers mean for a buyer approaching the market today.
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Why Registration Volume Matters for Buyers
Before getting into the numbers, it is worth understanding why they matter beyond pure curiosity.
When a specific model has been registered in Andorra dozens or hundreds of times, several things follow. The specialist brokers and dealers operating in the Principality know that vehicle intimately – its homologation requirements, its typical lead times, its specific documentation needs. The paperwork flows more smoothly. Surprises are rarer.
For a buyer, high registration volume on your target model means you are entering a well-oiled process rather than a one-off situation. That translates directly into faster timelines (the standard 3-8 week registration window is more predictable) and fewer friction points.
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The Tax Framework Behind the Numbers
To understand why these particular models cluster at the top of Andorran registration statistics, the tax differential needs to be clear.
Andorra applies a single flat purchase tax called the IGI, set at 4.5%. That rate applies to virtually all goods, including vehicles.
France charges 20% VAT plus a CO2-based malus that can reach 60,000 EUR on high-emission vehicles. Spain charges 21% IVA plus the IEDMT registration tax, which can reach 14.75% on the highest-emission cars.
The practical result: a 200,000 EUR SUV with significant CO2 emissions can cost 60,000 EUR or more to register in France than in Andorra. That arithmetic explains the registration data almost entirely.
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Top Brands by Annual Registration Volume (2025 Estimates)
The following figures represent estimated annual registrations in Andorra, based on data from the 2025 period and projected forward into 2026.
| Brand | Estimated Annual Registrations (Andorra) |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz | ~350 |
| BMW | ~200 |
| Range Rover (Land Rover) | ~150 |
| Audi | ~150 |
| Porsche | ~80 |
| Lamborghini | ~70 |
| Ferrari | ~40 |
| Maserati | ~35 |
Mercedes holds the top position by a significant margin, driven primarily by its AMG high-performance SUV lineup. BMW follows, with its M-performance vehicles and flagship 7 Series accounting for a large share. Range Rover and Audi are closely matched, both benefiting from strong SUV portfolios with premium pricing and CO2 figures that attract maximum malus in neighbouring countries.
Lamborghini’s position at ~70 annual registrations is remarkable for a brand with such a narrow model range – the Urus is doing the heavy lifting there, as explored below.
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Top Models by Brand: Estimated Annual Units
Mercedes-Benz
| Model | Estimated Annual Units (Andorra) |
|---|---|
| G63 AMG | ~80 |
| GLS 63 AMG | ~60 |
| GLE 63 AMG | ~50 |
| S-Class | ~40 |
| EQS | ~30 |
| Other Mercedes models | ~90 |
The G63 AMG is the single most registered model across all brands in Andorra. Its combination of extreme pricing, high CO2 emissions (and therefore maximum French malus) and persistent demand makes it an almost perfect candidate for Andorran registration. The GLS 63 and GLE 63 follow the same logic at slightly lower price points.
The EQS appearing in the top 5 signals a meaningful shift: electric vehicles are beginning to show up in volume, a trend discussed further in the analysis section.
BMW
| Model | Estimated Annual Units (Andorra) |
|---|---|
| X5 M | ~50 |
| M3 / M4 | ~40 |
| 7 Series | ~35 |
| X7 | ~30 |
| i7 | ~20 |
| Other BMW models | ~25 |
BMW’s representation is dominated by M-division vehicles. The X5 M leads the pack – an SUV with performance credentials and pricing well above 140,000 EUR in fully optioned configurations. The M3/M4 pairing shows that even relatively compact performance cars generate meaningful Andorra registrations when the price crosses 100,000 EUR. The i7’s presence confirms the electric trend.
Range Rover (Land Rover)
| Model | Estimated Annual Units (Andorra) |
|---|---|
| Range Rover SVAutobiography | ~60 |
| Range Rover Sport | ~50 |
| Defender 90 V8 | ~25 |
| Velar | ~15 |
Range Rover SVAutobiography at approximately 200,000 EUR and substantial CO2 output generates some of the highest per-unit savings of any model outside the supercar segment. The Defender 90 V8 is an interesting entry: a niche configuration, but its V8 engine pushes it firmly into malus territory in France and Spain, making Andorra registration financially compelling.
Audi
| Model | Estimated Annual Units (Andorra) |
|---|---|
| RS Q8 | ~45 |
| RS 6 Avant | ~40 |
| e-tron GT RS | ~30 |
| Q8 | ~35 |
Audi’s lineup in Andorra is RS-heavy, which is consistent with the overall pattern: the higher the performance specification, the higher the price, the higher the CO2, and the larger the saving versus France. The e-tron GT RS at ~30 units is among the highest electric vehicle registration figures for any single model.
Porsche
| Model | Estimated Annual Units (Andorra) |
|---|---|
| Cayenne Turbo GT | ~30 |
| Panamera Turbo | ~20 |
| 911 Turbo S | ~20 |
| Taycan | ~10 |
Porsche registrations are spread across its three main product lines – SUV, saloon, and sports car – which reflects the breadth of its buyer base. The Cayenne Turbo GT leads, driven by the same SUV + high CO2 + premium pricing formula seen across all brands.
Lamborghini
| Model | Estimated Annual Units (Andorra) |
|---|---|
| Urus | ~55 |
| Huracan | ~15 |
Lamborghini’s lopsided registration split is almost entirely explained by the Urus. With only two production models (until the Revuelto ramp-up in 2025-2026), and a price point around 250,000 EUR for the Urus, the economics of Andorran registration are compelling enough to make Lamborghini one of the most-registered brands in the Principality per model offered.
Ferrari
| Model | Estimated Annual Units (Andorra) |
|---|---|
| Purosangue | ~20 |
| SF90 Stradale | ~10 |
| Roma | ~10 |
Ferrari’s total volume is constrained by factory allocations rather than demand. The Purosangue – Ferrari’s first SUV, priced from approximately 390,000 EUR – has become the most registered Ferrari model in Andorra almost immediately after its launch. At that price point, the saving versus French registration approaches 140,000 EUR per unit.
Maserati
| Model | Estimated Annual Units (Andorra) |
|---|---|
| Levante Trofeo | ~20 |
| Grecale Trofeo | ~15 |
Maserati occupies a smaller slice of the market but follows the same pattern: the Trofeo performance variants, priced above 140,000 EUR, generate the most activity.
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Comprehensive Savings Table: Top Models
| Brand | Top Model | Est. 2025 Andorra Volume | Avg Price (EUR) | Est. Saving vs France (EUR/unit) | Total Est. Annual Saving (EUR) |
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| Mercedes | G63 AMG | 80 | 180,000 | 65,000 | 5,200,000 |
| Range Rover | SVAutobiography | 60 | 200,000 | 75,000 | 4,500,000 |
| Lamborghini | Urus | 55 | 250,000 | 95,000 | 5,225,000 |
| BMW | X5 M | 50 | 140,000 | 48,000 | 2,400,000 |
| Mercedes | GLS 63 AMG | 60 | 160,000 | 57,000 | 3,420,000 |
| Audi | RS Q8 | 45 | 130,000 | 44,000 | 1,980,000 |
| BMW | M3 / M4 | 40 | 100,000 | 30,000 | 1,200,000 |
| Porsche | Cayenne Turbo GT | 30 | 180,000 | 65,000 | 1,950,000 |
| Ferrari | Purosangue | 20 | 390,000 | 140,000 | 2,800,000 |
| Maserati | Levante Trofeo | 20 | 140,000 | 50,000 | 1,000,000 |
The aggregate saving across just these ten model lines exceeds 29 million EUR per year – a figure that explains why the Andorran registration ecosystem has developed the specialist infrastructure it has.
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Analysis: What the Data Actually Tells Us
SUVs Dominate Because the Math Works Harder
Every brand’s top-registered model in Andorra is either an SUV or an SUV-adjacent vehicle (the Panamera is a large saloon; the SF90 and Roma are outliers in a very low-volume segment). This is not coincidental.
High-performance SUVs combine three factors that maximise the Andorran advantage: premium pricing (base well above 100,000 EUR before options), significant CO2 output (triggering the French malus at its upper tiers), and high demand from buyers with the financial means to optimise their purchase. Remove any one of those three factors and the saving shrinks; combine all three and Andorra becomes the only rational choice for buyers with genuine eligibility.
The Urus Effect
Lamborghini’s ~70 annual registrations make it a top-5 brand in Andorra despite having one of the narrowest model ranges in the luxury segment. The Urus, at approximately 250,000 EUR with typical Andorran configurations, generates a saving of around 95,000 EUR versus French registration when the malus is fully accounted for. That is effectively a free lower-spec car included in the transaction.
This has made Lamborghini the highest average-saving brand per vehicle registered in Andorra – a fact not lost on Lamborghini buyers, who tend to be well-informed about the numbers.
Ferrari Purosangue: Allocation-Constrained Demand
The ~20 annual Purosangue registrations in Andorra represent demand that is constrained by Ferrari’s allocation policy rather than buyer interest. The saving at 140,000 EUR per unit versus France is the largest of any volume model in the market. As allocations normalise, this figure is expected to rise through 2026. For buyers on a Purosangue waitlist, securing Andorran registration in advance of delivery is standard practice among those who have done the homework.
The Electric Shift
EQS, i7, Audi e-tron GT RS, and Taycan all appear in meaningful volumes, a notable shift from the pattern of three or four years ago when electric vehicles were almost absent from Andorran registration statistics.
The economics are slightly different for EVs: the French malus does not apply to zero-emission vehicles, removing one lever of the saving. However, the 4.5% IGI versus 20% French VAT differential alone still generates substantial savings on cars priced above 100,000 EUR. On a 150,000 EUR electric vehicle, the VAT differential alone represents approximately 23,000 EUR. The saving is smaller than on an equivalent ICE vehicle, but remains firmly positive.
What This Means for Your Specific Car
If the model you are considering appears in this data, you benefit from something less obvious than the financial saving: accumulated specialist experience. Every Andorran broker and dealer who has handled fifty G63 registrations knows the edge cases, the documentation requirements, and the timeline variances. That experience directly reduces your risk and improves your outcome.
If your model is less common in Andorra, that does not mean registration is impossible – but it is worth asking your specialist explicitly about their experience with that specific vehicle.
See also: Luxury cars in Andorra – full tax guide and Register your BMW, Mercedes or Audi in Andorra.
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Who Can Access These Savings
Two categories of buyer are eligible to register a vehicle in Andorra:
Andorran residents – individuals with genuine, active residency in the Principality. This means physical presence, a registered address, and the associated administrative status. Nominal or paperwork-only residency does not satisfy the requirement.
Andorran companies – active businesses registered in Andorra with real economic substance. A company created solely to register a vehicle, with no genuine business activity, does not qualify. Specialists will assess eligibility as part of the process.
Drive-Andorra is an independent broker: we compare 3-5 vetted specialists within 24 hours, present their quotes side by side, and let you decide. The service is free.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why do these specific models dominate Andorra registrations?
The models at the top of Andorran registration statistics are almost always high-price, high-CO2 vehicles where the combined effect of lower VAT (IGI 4.5% vs 20% French VAT) and avoided French malus (up to 60,000 EUR) creates the largest per-unit saving. Buyers are making rational financial decisions, and the data reflects it. A 180,000 EUR Mercedes G63 AMG represents a saving of approximately 65,000 EUR versus buying and registering in France. At that magnitude, the decision is straightforward for eligible buyers.
Can any car be registered in Andorra, or only the models listed here?
Any vehicle can in principle be registered in Andorra, subject to eligibility requirements being met. The models listed here are the most commonly registered because they generate the largest savings, not because other models are excluded. A 40,000 EUR hatchback can technically be registered in Andorra, but the saving is modest enough that most buyers do not find it worth the process. The Andorran registration ecosystem is most efficient and most experienced with the premium and luxury segment.
What if my model is not in this list?
The absence of a model from this list does not mean registration is unavailable – it most likely means the saving at that price point has not attracted enough volume to appear in the statistics. Specialists can advise on any specific vehicle. For less common models, it is worth asking your specialist about their specific experience with that vehicle to understand whether the process has any additional steps or considerations.
Are electric vehicles worth registering in Andorra?
Yes, though the economics differ from high-emission ICE vehicles. Electric vehicles avoid the French malus (which is zero for zero-emission cars), so that element of the saving disappears. However, the IGI at 4.5% versus French VAT at 20% still generates a meaningful saving on vehicles priced above 100,000 EUR. On a 150,000 EUR electric vehicle, the VAT differential alone represents approximately 23,000 EUR. EQS, i7, e-tron GT RS, and Taycan registrations in Andorra confirm that the economics are positive enough to attract real volume.
How long does the registration process take for popular models?
The standard timeline for Andorran vehicle registration is 3 to 8 weeks from the point of order confirmation. For high-volume models such as the G63 AMG, Range Rover SVAutobiography, or Lamborghini Urus, specialists have handled the process many times and the workflow is well-established. Edge cases and documentation surprises are rarer for these models than for vehicles with little registration history in Andorra. Drive-Andorra’s network can provide model-specific timeline estimates as part of the initial comparison.
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Data based on estimated 2025 Andorran registration figures. Savings calculations are indicative and based on standard French malus rates and VAT differential as at 2025-2026. Individual savings vary by configuration, options, and applicable tax rates. Eligibility requirements apply.