Top 10 most popular car manufacturers in the world in 2021

The concept of popularity is rather arbitrary. But there are always numbers that speak in fact and without further ado. Therefore, in the matter of choosing the most popular car manufacturers, the emphasis was placed on car sales.

The market situation is constantly changing, which is why the first few months of the current 2021 were taken as a basis. It was on them that the rating was formed among automakers from all over the world in 2021, just in terms of sales.

It is worth noting that a fierce struggle is being waged between the two leaders. They often change places with each other, either going forward or giving up their positions somewhat. But all the same, there is no need to talk about the possibility of any of the competitors to approach the leaders.

Therefore, let's take a look at who is now called the best car manufacturer, as well as take a look at some of the nuances, history and current position of brands.

Volkswagen Group

Or VAG for short. Due to the fact that the concern includes several famous brands at once, including Volkswagen itself, Audi, Skoda, Seat, Porsche, etc.

This allows it to occupy the first line of the ranking in 2021, leading the largest and most popular car companies from around the world. The approximate market share is 15%.

It is Volkswagen that acts as the ancestor of the resulting Volkswagen Group. Then the name was officially changed to VAG.

VAG controls an impressive number of brands. Among them are such premium and prestigious brands as Bugatti, Lamborghini and Bentley.

In Russia, the brand was officially introduced in 1993.

Toyota Group

Toyota has far fewer brands under its control. In fact, this is just Toyota and Lexus itself. But there are also lesser known Scion, Hino and Daihatsu.

The share of the Japanese automaker is approximately 12.5-13%. Although it is important to understand here that statistics change almost every month. One way or another, but it is the Toyota Group and VAG that are actively opposing each other for the title of leader. All other companies are in catch-up status.

The company now includes several brands. Engaged in the design, development and production of a wide range of passenger cars. Also specializes in commercial vehicles.

In 2013, it became the first ever automotive company to produce 10 million vehicles in one calendar year. And this despite the fact that in 2009 the company ended with losses. For the first time since 1950.

Renault-Nissan

The third position was taken by the amalgamation of the Japanese and French companies. And this despite the fact that this year sales figures for the first few months fell by 10% compared to the same period last year. This did not prevent them from confidently gaining a foothold on the 3rd line of the rating.

It is important to add that in addition to Renault and Nissan, the association also includes Mitsubishi and AvtoVAZ. This makes it possible to include 8 brands in the concern.

The alliance itself was created in the spring of 1999. In fact, this was the first example in world practice when two independent companies from different countries became partners.

The French and Japanese brand amalgamation is doing very well at the moment. In 2009, a partnership agreement was signed with AvtoVAZ. According to the agreements, the Russian side was able to obtain equipment, technologies and other resources worth 240 million euros. This is almost 11 billion rubles at that time. At the same time, Nissan and Renault cars began to be produced on the production lines of AvtoVAZ.

It is worth recognizing that the partnership with Renault-Nissan has brought huge benefits to the Russian automaker. But the French and the Japanese definitely did not remain in the red, because cooperation continues to this day.

Stellantis

Looking at the current global rankings among automakers, some may wonder what kind of brand it is. In fact, history is happening before our eyes. Only on January 16, the merger of two large groups of auto companies was officially announced: FCA and PSA. Together, they climbed to the 4th position in the ranking.

The first about the plans of the concern Fiat-Chrysler and PSA (Peugeot-Citroen) learned in the fall of 2019. As a result, in January 2021, everything became official.

Due to the merger under the auspices of the new merger, there were 14 brands for the production of passenger cars at once. These are American, Italian, German, British and other car brands.

If anyone is interested, the full list of controlled brands looks like this:

• Alpha Romeo.
• Abarth.
• Fiat.
• Chrysler.
• Citroen.
• Dodge.
• DS.
• Jeep.
• Lancia.
• Maserati.
• Opel.
• Peugeot.
• Ram.
• Vauxhall.

Some brands in recent years have gone through hard times and could completely disappear. The most vulnerable were Lancia and Chrysler. But representatives of the alliance say they will keep all brands. However, the list of manufactured models is likely to be reduced. It will be interesting to watch Stellantis.

Hyundai-Kia

Another association. Objectively, these are the two best South Korean firms engaged in the production of cars. They are in demand on the world stage and in the Russian market in particular. Hence the fair 5th place.

Their history is different. In 1944, Kia was born. But first, she was engaged in the production of bicycles. Then she switched to motorcycles and trucks, after which cars began to appear. Hyundai was founded in 1946. But it was originally a car company.

In the 1980s, Kia partnered with Ford. A joint Pride car was even released. However, in 1988, due to a severe crisis in Asia, Kia filed for bankruptcy. As part of Ford at the time, the Americans sold the Hyundai brand. This is how the unification was marked.

Today it is one of the largest manufacturers in the world, although it consists of only 2 brands.

General motors

The largest American carmaker. Also includes an impressive number of brands. Among them is Chevrolet, which is in demand in Russia. Uzbekistan-based Ravon is also their brand. Therefore, GM cannot be considered an exclusively American manufacturer focused on the US market.

General Motors currently has the 6th position in the 2021 ranking.

It is also interesting that in 2010 General Motors was the world's largest manufacturer. The sales records belonged to this particular association. All due to the fact that under GM there were many brands and brands of cars.

But in the end it turned out that the bulk of the companies were making losses. At some point, the concern even came close to bankruptcy. But he managed to change the development strategy in time. In particular, Opel and the PSA (Peugeot-Citroen) group were sold.

Honda motors

This Japanese concern ranked 7th in the 2021 ranking. Moreover, the company managed to slightly increase sales and strengthen its position. It will not be possible to get higher in the rating yet. But Honda is on the right track.

In addition to Honda, the concern also includes the Acura brand. At the same time, the company has about 30 industrial complexes located in 20 countries around the world.

Cars of this brand are selling steadily well. There have been no particular falls in the history of the brand.

Suzuki

Another automaker from Japan. This time it's Suzuki.

Due to the release of new models, among which it is worth highlighting the Suzuki SX4 and Suzuki Vitara, the Japanese managed to significantly improve their positions. Yes, the 8th place does not look so prestigious. But this is a world ranking. That is, the 8th position in the world is a significant achievement for a company that does not control many subsidiary brands.

Suzuki Motor Corporation ranks among the largest players on the global stage. And this despite the fact that the company has no subsidiary brands. Exclusively Suzuki cars.

Manufactures a wide range of models including compact subcompacts, sedans, crossovers and SUVs.

Offered on all continents of the world. But the most popular Suzuki were in developing countries. They manage to sell about 2 million cars a year.

Manufacturing is concentrated in Japan.Plus there are factories in India, Thailand and Hungary. It is the Hungarian company Magyar Suzuki that supplies the most popular models to European countries.

The Suzuki brand officially came to Russia in 1998.

Geely Group

For some, this is a surprise, but for others - a pattern. The hit of the Chinese brand in the top 10 was to be expected.

Speaking about which cars of which company are currently better, hardly anyone will name the Geely brand. But it is important to understand what the mission of this manufacturer is. It consists in the production of inexpensive, but high-quality and reliable machines. So far it has been successful. Numerous new projects are becoming successful.

The full name of the brand sounds like Geely Automobile Holdings Limited. It is part of the diversified Geely Holding group.

In addition to assembling and manufacturing cars and SUVs, the Chinese are also busy building transmissions and engines.

Bmw

If you ask the same people which company that produces modern cars is the best, then an impressive part of them will name the BMW company.

But if we talk about numbers, then in popularity, or rather in terms of sales, in 2021 the Bavarian concern occupies only 10th line, and closes the current rating. But we must admit that this manufacturer is one of the best in terms of creating dynamic, powerful and prestigious cars.

BMW also controls the Mini and Rolls Royce brands.

The Bavarian company was born in 1916. Initially specialized in aircraft engines. After 12 years, the company bought the car factory, and received a license to assemble the Dixi model. This is the first car in the history of the brand.

Because of the war, BMWs could not get out of the protracted crisis for a long time. The 60s of the last century were turning point. Now it is one of the world leaders. Almost every young man and guy dreams of a car with a BMW nameplate.

And which of the manufacturers is better specifically for you, decide for yourself. Any car produced by the represented companies and associations finds its buyer.

This is the 2021 ranking among automakers around the world that demonstrated the best sales figures. If we talk about the largest automobile companies from all over the world, represented by different brands, then it is worth highlighting the VAG, Reanult-Nissan auto concern. General Motors, etc. But in fact, a newcomer in the person of Stellantis has become the leader in terms of the number of brands controlled by one automaker.

Which brand is your favorite? Did you manage to buy your favorite car? How do you feel about combining different brands? Does this benefit the end consumer?

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