In 2023, France had the highest number of diesel passenger cars with engine sizes between 1400 and 1999 cc at 16.976 million, followed by Italy and Germany. Eastern European nations like Poland and Romania showed above-average growth with Poland increasing by 2.69% and Romania by 2.98%. Despite a decline of 0.18%, France remained the leader in volume. Notably, Sweden, Ireland, and Moldova experienced the largest year-on-year growth rates of 4.22%, 3.43%, and 3.68%, respectively.
Future trends indicate a steady decline in traditional diesel vehicles across Europe, driven by stricter emissions regulations and a shift towards electrification. Consequently, countries with lower current volumes may experience sharper declines as they adapt to greener technologies. Watch for policy shifts and incentives that encourage cleaner vehicle adoption, potentially impacting diesel car markets significantly.
Top countries in Number of Diesel Passenger Cars with an Engine Size Between 1400 and 1999 cc by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 16,976,000 | 2023 | -0.35% | -0.18% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 16,121,000 | 2023 | +1.42% | +1.33% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 11,678,000 | 2023 | +1.52% | +1.72% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 11,556,000 | 2023 | +0.97% | +0.98% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 6,687,400 | 2023 | +2.65% | +2.69% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 2,748,300 | 2023 | +3.45% | +2.98% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 2,518,600 | 2023 | +0.057% | +0.35% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 2,392,000 | 2023 | +2.22% | +2.04% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 2,302,000 | 2023 | +0.82% | +0.86% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 2,097,900 | 2023 | +2.65% | +2.66% | View data |
