Prime Highlights
- Renault Group achieved a 3.2% rise in global vehicle sales in 2025, driven by robust demand in international markets despite a weak European environment.
- Strong passenger car performance and rising interest in electrified vehicles supported the company’s overall growth momentum.
Key Facts
- Renault sold 2.34 million vehicles worldwide in 2025, with international markets growing 11.7% compared to just 0.5% growth in Europe.
- Hybrid vehicle sales increased 35% and electric vehicle sales surged 77% year-on-year, highlighting accelerating demand for cleaner mobility options.
Background
French automaker Renault Group on Tuesday reported a 3.2% rise in global sales volumes in 2025, driven by strong demand for passenger vehicles in international markets. The growth helped the company balance weaker performance in Europe, where van sales declined sharply during the year.
The group sold a total of 2.34 million vehicles worldwide in 2025. Sales in Europe increased by just 0.5%, while international markets recorded a much stronger growth of 11.7%. Renault’s overseas markets include South Korea, Morocco and several countries in Latin America, where demand remained steady despite global uncertainties.
The European market continued to face pressure, mainly because van sales slowed down. Renault said van sales in Europe fell 21% as demand dropped, and the company changed its product mix to match the market. This drop hurt the region’s overall performance.
In contrast, passenger car sales showed solid momentum. Renault’s passenger vehicle volumes rose 5.9% during the year, outperforming the broader market. The company said strong demand for its popular city cars, including the Clio and Sandero, played a key role in this growth.
Renault also benefited from its manufacturing strategy in international markets. Ivan Segal, global sales and operations director for the Renault brand, said the company largely avoided tariff-related disruptions because most overseas sales come from regions where Renault has local production facilities. He added that local manufacturing and sourcing supported stable growth.
Electrified vehicles stayed a strong point for the group. Customers bought 35% more hybrid models in 2025 and electric vehicle sales jumped 77% from the previous year, showing that people are more interested in cleaner transport options.
Looking ahead, Renault remains cautious about Europe. The company said it does not expect a recovery in the European auto market in the near term, which could limit growth in the region despite strong global demand.
