In 2023, Italy led Europe in petrol passenger cars with 17.683 million, despite a slight decline of 0.45%. France followed, also facing a reduction of 0.29%. Poland and Spain showed resilience, with modest growth rates. Some countries like Romania and Belgium experienced notable increases of 0.98% and 1.08% respectively. Conversely, countries like Lithuania and Latvia saw significant declines, with Lithuania experiencing a -11.6% dip. The overall trend indicates a shift towards alternative and hybrid vehicles, affecting the demand for traditional petrol cars across Europe.
Future trends to watch include a likely continuation of decreasing petrol car numbers as Europe pushes towards stringent emission norms and incentives for electric vehicles. Monitoring the shift in consumer preferences and regulatory changes will be critical in understanding the future landscape of the automotive market in Europe.
Top countries in Number of Petrol Passenger Cars (Excluding Hybrids) by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 17,683,000 | 2023 | -0.46% | -0.45% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 12,821,000 | 2023 | +0.98% | +0.71% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 10,376,000 | 2023 | +0.42% | +0.22% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 10,119,000 | 2023 | +0.15% | -0.29% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 6,947,500 | 2023 | +0.54% | +0.42% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 3,711,900 | 2023 | +1.04% | +0.98% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Switzerland | 3,073,500 | 2023 | -0.28% | -0.27% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 2,657,600 | 2023 | +1.46% | +1.08% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 2,635,100 | 2023 | -1% | -0.88% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 2,544,500 | 2023 | +0.32% | +0.3% | View data |
