The number of petrol passenger cars in Finland has consistently increased from 2013 to 2023, standing at 2.6976 million in 2023. Notable year-on-year variations include a steady rise in numbers, with a peak increase in 2016 of 1.74%. The growth rate has slowed down somewhat, reflected in a CAGR of 1.08% over the last five years. Forecast data projects continued growth to 2.8402 million vehicles in 2028, with an expected average annual growth rate of 0.82%, resulting in a 4.16% overall growth rate over the next five years.

Future trends to watch for:

Potential emergence and adoption of electric vehicles, which could influence the petrol vehicle market.
Economic factors and petrol prices, which can impact vehicle purchase decisions.
Government policies on emissions and environmental regulations expected to motivate a shift towards greener alternatives.