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Motor Vehicle Manufacturing in France - Market Size, Industry Analysis, Trends and Forecasts (2025-2029)

Revenue

€101.5bn

2025

€105.9bn

Past 5-Year Growth

Profit

€XX.Xbn

Employees

126k

Businesses

185

Wages

€X.Xbn

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing in France industry analysis

The French car manufacturing industry is Europe's third largest vehicle producer after Germany and Spain, meaning French car makers significantly impact the French economy. Output rose to record levels in 2018 and 2019, but the pandemic decimated output, which hasn’t recovered since. According to the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association, 2.2 million commercial and passenger cars rolled off the production line in France in 2019, compared to just over 1.5 million units in 2023. The industry cannot recover half a million lost units as it transitions to electric vehicle production. Revenue is set to jump at a compound annual rate of 5.7% to €135.3 billion over the five years through 2025, including growth of 0.9% in 2025 alone.

Trends and Insights

  • The pandemic halts production across the continent. European Car Production fell sharply in 2020 and 2021 due to the enforced closures as part of measures to curb the spread of the virus.
  • Petrol and diesel cars dominate production for now. The car manufacturing industry is changing, with car giants like Volkswagen AG and Mercedes Benz starting to move away from fossil fuel powered cars due to incoming environmental laws.
  • Large multinationals dominate European car production. Concentration is moderate because large players like Volkswagen and Jaguar Land Rover have a huge chunk of the market.
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Top Questions Answered in this Report

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What is the market size of the Motor Vehicle Manufacturing industry in France in 2025?

The market size of the Motor Vehicle Manufacturing industry in France is €101.5bn in 2025.

How many businesses are there in the Motor Vehicle Manufacturing in France industry in 2025?

There are 185 businesses in the Motor Vehicle Manufacturing industry in France, which has grown at a CAGR of 7.3 % between 2020 and 2025.

Has the Motor Vehicle Manufacturing industry in France grown or declined over the past 5 years?

The market size of the Motor Vehicle Manufacturing industry in France has been declining at a CAGR of 4.8 % between 2020 and 2025.

What is the forecast growth of the Motor Vehicle Manufacturing industry in France over the next 5 years?

Over the next five years, the Motor Vehicle Manufacturing industry in France is expected to grow.

What are the biggest companies in the Motor Vehicle Manufacturing market in France?

The biggest companies operating in the Motor Vehicle Manufacturing market in France are Renault SA, Nissan Europe S.A.S and Renault Trucks SAS

What does the Motor Vehicle Manufacturing in France include?

Passenger cars and Vans and minivans are part of the Motor Vehicle Manufacturing industry.

Which companies have the highest market share in the Motor Vehicle Manufacturing in France?

The company holding the most market share in France is Renault SA.

How competitive is the Motor Vehicle Manufacturing industry in France?

The level of competition is moderate and steady in the Motor Vehicle Manufacturing industry in France.

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Table of Contents

External Environment

Highlights

Trends
  • Regulation & Policy
  • Assistance

Key Takeaways

Car makers must comply with heavy regulations at the national and European levels. All new cars must pass strict health and safety checks as well as real-world driving tests harmonised for most European countries.

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External Drivers

Analysis

What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Motor Vehicle Manufacturing in France industry?

Financial Benchmarks

Highlights

Trends
  • Profit Margin
  • Average Wage
  • Largest Cost

Key Takeaways

High steel prices ratchet up purchase costs. Semiconductor shortages and higher steel prices mean manufacturers have had to contend with higher purchase costs, which has hit industry profitability.

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Cost Structure

Charts
  • Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
  • Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
    • Marketing
    • Depreciation
    • Profit
    • Purchases
    • Wages
    • Rent
    • Utilities
    • Other
Analysis

What trends impact cost in the Motor Vehicle Manufacturing in France industry?


Key Ratios

Data tables
  • IVA/Revenue (2015-2030)
  • Imports/Demand (2015-2030)
  • Exports/Revenue (2015-2030)
  • Revenue per Employee (2015-2030)
  • Wages/Revenue (2015-2030)
  • Employees per Establishment (2015-2030)
  • Average Wage (2015-2030)

Country Benchmarks

European Leaders & Laggards

Data Tables

Top and bottom five countries listed for each:

  • Revenue Growth (2025)
  • Business Growth (2025)
  • Job Growth (2025)

European Country Performance

Data Tables

Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:

  • IVA/Revenue (2025)
  • Imports/Demand (2025)
  • Exports/Revenue (2025)
  • Revenue per Employee (2025)
  • Wages/Revenue (2025)
  • Employees per Establishment (2025)
  • Average Wage (2025)

Structural Comparison

Data Tables

Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe

  • Concentration
  • Competition
  • Barriers to Entry
  • Buyer Power
  • Supplier Power
  • Volatility
  • Capital Intensity
  • Innovation
  • Life Cycle

Key Statistics

Industry Data

Data Tables

Including values and annual change:

  • Revenue (2015-2030)
  • IVA (2015-2030)
  • Establishments (2015-2030)
  • Enterprises (2015-2030)
  • Employment (2015-2030)
  • Exports (2015-2030)
  • Imports (2015-2030)
  • Wages (2015-2030)

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