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2022 Europe Auto Sales Figures – By Brand (Brand Rankings)

2022 European Automotive Sales by Brand – The Best-Selling Automotive Brands By Sales Volume

The overall European auto market in 2022 was down 4.1% from the previous year, due to a number of factors, including the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the war in Ukraine, and supply chain disruptions. However, there were a few bright spots, such as the electric vehicle market, which grew by 20% in 2022.

The best-selling auto brands in Europe in 2022 were Peugeot, Dacia, Volkswagen, Fiat, Toyota, Renault, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Ford and Audi. These ten brands accounted for over 50% of all new car sales in Europe in 2022. The Peugeot 208 was the best-selling car model in Europe in 2022, followed by the Dacia Sandero and the Volkswagen T-Roc. The popularity of these brands and models is due to a number of factors, including their affordability, fuel efficiency, reliability, and safety features.

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