> In 2024, the European Union produced more than 11.4 million passenger cars, consolidating its role as a key pillar in global automobile manufacturing, with Germany, Spain, and the Czech Republic leading in passenger vehicle production. Source: https://worldwidemobility.io/blog/top-car-manufacturing-countries-in-europe [← Back to articles](https://worldwidemobility.io/blog.md) # Top Car Manufacturing Countries in Europe In 2024, the European Union produced more than 11.4 million passenger cars, consolidating its role as a key pillar in global automobile manufacturing, with Germany, Spain, and the Czech Republic leading in passenger vehicle production. Jorge Jurado 1 Oct 2025 · 3 min read [in](https://www.linkedin.com/sharing/share-offsite/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fworldwidemobility.io%2Fblog%2Ftop-car-manufacturing-countries-in-europe)[X](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?url=https%3A%2F%2Fworldwidemobility.io%2Fblog%2Ftop-car-manufacturing-countries-in-europe&text=Top%20Car%20Manufacturing%20Countries%20in%20Europe) Europe remains a key pillar in global vehicle manufacturing, with plants producing millions of units annually that are essential for the economy, employment, and technological progress. **In 2024, the European Union surpassed 11.4 million passenger cars produced**, with Germany, Spain, and the Czech Republic as the top three countries in terms of production at the European level. We have created a chart and a list of the most relevant European countries in passenger car production in 2024, along with the brands manufactured/assembled in each country, their production volumes, and the percentage they represent of the European total. | **Country** | **Passenger car brands produced locally** | **Production 2024 (units)** | **% of EU total** | | | ------------------ | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | --------------------------- | ----------------- | | | **Germany** | Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Opel, Tesla, Ford | 4.069.222 | **35,70%** | | | **Spain** | SEAT, Volkswagen, Stellantis (Peugeot, Citroën, Opel, Fiat), Renault, Mercedes-Benz, Ford | 1.872.988 | **16,40%** | | | **Czech Republic** | Škoda, Hyundai, Toyota | 1.452.881 | **12,70%** | | | **Slovakia** | Volkswagen, Kia, Stellantis, Jaguar Land Rover | 993.750 | **8,70%** | | | **France** | Stellantis (Peugeot, Citroën, DS, Opel), Renault, Toyota | 910.243 | **8,00%** | | | **Romania** | Dacia, Ford Otosan | 560.102 | **4,90%** | | | **Poland** | Fiat, Jeep, Alfa Romeo, Toyota | ≈496.000 | **4,30%** | | | **Hungary** | Audi, Mercedes-Benz, Suzuki | 437.045 | **3,80%** | | | **Italy** | Stellantis (Fiat, Lancia, Alfa Romeo, Maserati, Jeep), Ferrari, Lamborghini | 309.758 | **2,70%** | | | **Portugal** | Volkswagen, Stellantis, Renault, Toyota, Mercedes-Benz | 260.930 | **2,30%** | | | **Sweden** | Volvo Cars, Volvo Trucks (turismos), Koenigsegg | ≈250.000 | **2,30%** | | | **Belgium** | Volvo Cars, Audi | 240.366 | **1,80%** | | | | | ## Which countries lead passenger car production in Europe? **Germany** maintains its dominant position by manufacturing more than 4 million passenger vehicles, representing over one-third of Europe’s total production. Its factories are a global benchmark in innovation, electrification, and production efficiency. **Spain** stands as the second-largest producer in Europe, with nearly 1.9 million passenger cars, driven by the powerful plants in Martorell (SEAT/CUPRA), Vigo (Stellantis), and Navarra (Volkswagen). **Czech Republic** takes third place thanks to the importance of Škoda and the growing impact of Hyundai and Toyota, which together exceed 1.4 million vehicles. In the premium vehicle market, countries such as **Italy and Sweden** stand out for producing high-value automobiles: brands like Ferrari, Lamborghini, Koenigsegg, and Volvo are synonymous with luxury, even if their overall numbers are lower. **Slovakia and Hungary** highlight the strength of the Central European corridor, with highly competitive plants supplying the entire continent. The 2024 data confirm that Europe remains a key player in the global automotive industry, hosting a diverse range of factories, from major producers to high-end brands. The transition to electric vehicles and the arrival of new models will be crucial for the industry’s evolution in the coming years, while countries such as Germany, Spain, and the Czech Republic will continue to be the driving force of European car production. ## Launch your mobility service in less than two months. 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