The largest car exporters in the world
Data: full year 2025 · last checked Jun 21, 2026
China leads with 7,100,000 vehicles, ahead of Japan (4,200,000) and Germany (3,200,000).
| # | Market | Size | Region | Vehicles/year | FY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  China | China | 7,100,000 | 2025 | |
| 2 |  Japan | Rest of World | 4,200,000 | 2025 | |
| 3 |  Germany | Europe | 3,200,000 | 2025 |
China has overtaken Germany and Japan on export unit volume. By value, Germany remains in front.
Methodology
Exported vehicles per calendar year in units, not value. China follows the passenger-car definition of the newsletter (7.1 million); the CAAM total-vehicle customs statistic for 2025 is higher, at around 8.3 million.
Term explained: What does exports mean?
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Frequently asked questions
Which country exports the most cars?
China leads with 7,100,000.
How is exports measured here?
Exported vehicles per calendar year in units, not value. China follows the passenger-car definition of the newsletter (7.1 million); the CAAM total-vehicle customs statistic for 2025 is higher, at around 8.3 million.
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