[2] The Broad Front–Progressive Encounter alliance became the largest faction in the General Assembly, winning the most seats in both the Senate and the Chamber of Deputies.

[3][4] The National Party suffered the worst showing in its history, falling to third place in both chambers behind the Broad Front and Colorados.

[5] Changes to the electoral law prior to the elections allowed third parties like the Broad Front a wider opportunity for participation.

The Colorado Party primaries were won by Jorge Batlle, whilst the Broad Front selected Tabaré Vázquez.

[9] The Colorado Party spent the most on the campaign, spending the equivalent of US$11.1m ($3.1m in the primaries and $8m in the main election).