The analysis of the European market for diesel passenger cars with an engine size of at least 2000 cc as of 2023 shows Germany leading significantly with a volume of 4.3602 million units, followed by Italy and Spain with 2.0088 million and 1.7256 million units, respectively. The year-on-year change reveals notable growth in Eastern European countries like Poland and Romania, with increases of 2.24% and 2.23%, and strong performance in Sweden at 3.69%. France and Belgium saw declines of 1.42% and 0.69%, indicating a market more susceptible to shifts away from larger diesel vehicles.
The projected trends for 2024 suggest a continued decline in traditional markets like France and Belgium, while growth is expected to persist in Eastern and Northern Europe, especially Poland and Sweden. The transition towards greener vehicles could influence future declines in diesel car numbers, presenting a significant shift in consumer preferences and regulatory policies.
Top countries in Number of Diesel Passenger Cars with an Engine Size of at Least 2000 cc by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 4,360,200 | 2023 | +0.8% | +1.02% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 2,008,800 | 2023 | -0.51% | -0.52% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 1,725,600 | 2023 | +0.77% | +0.72% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 1,630,900 | 2023 | -1.94% | -1.42% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 1,235,600 | 2023 | +2.26% | +2.24% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 511,260 | 2023 | +3.09% | +3.69% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 490,410 | 2023 | +0.93% | +0.85% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Switzerland | 484,620 | 2023 | +2.17% | +2.5% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 483,070 | 2023 | +0.17% | +0.25% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 449,640 | 2023 | +2.89% | +2.23% | View data |
