Leading import countries for motor vehicles from Germany based on export value 2021

German car brands are known and exported the world over. China was the leading importer of motor vehicles from Germany, followed by the U.S. and UK. Leading importers in Europe include France, Italy and the Netherlands.

At the wheel

Car brands such as BMW, Mercedes and Volkswagen, to name just a few, are a key part of Germany’s international image and economic standing, belonging to one of the longest-running and most successful industries in the country. As of recently, Germany exported 106.57 billion tons of motor vehicles.

Volkswagen leading car brand

Which car brands are the most popular among German vehicle owners? Based on ownership share, Volkswagen consistently wins the race. In terms of car models, the highest number of new registrations was recorded for Volkswagen’s Golf.