In 2023, Germany led the European market with 17.609 million petrol passenger cars up to 1399 cc, showcasing a 1.15% increase from the previous year. France and Italy followed, although Italy experienced a slight decline by 0.82%. Poland showed consistent growth, while smaller markets like Liechtenstein and Moldova saw significant percentage increases. Conversely, countries such as Sweden and Ireland noted declines. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the past five years indicates a mixed trend of moderate growth and declines across different countries.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential shifts in policy towards electric vehicles impacting petrol car sales.
- Technological advancements in fuel efficiency for small-engine petrol cars.
- Changing consumer preferences towards more sustainable options.
- Regional economic factors influencing car ownership and usage.
Top countries in Number of Petrol Passenger Cars with an Engine Size of at Most 1399 cc by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 17,609,000 | 2023 | +1.27% | +1.15% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 8,442,000 | 2023 | +1.02% | +0.48% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 7,908,300 | 2023 | -0.77% | -0.82% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 7,546,000 | 2023 | +0.66% | +0.6% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 6,087,500 | 2023 | +0.87% | +0.48% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 2,292,000 | 2023 | +0.42% | +0.27% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 2,281,800 | 2023 | +0.42% | +0.38% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 1,879,800 | 2023 | +2.04% | +1.7% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 1,811,400 | 2023 | -0.61% | -0.87% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 1,578,300 | 2023 | -0.059% | -0.22% | View data |
