6 French Car Brands That Will Rev Up Your Love for Driving

Bonjour bonjour,

After the most famous French brand, i would talk you about another important part of the France’s economy :

The automotive industry in France and the most popular French car brands!

Indeed French people are vey proud of their cars industry.

Don’t hesitate to discuss in comments below… 🙂

— Louise

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6 Famous French Car Brands (2023 Rankings)

For this list of most famous French car brands, i have based myself on the official data of the ACEA : European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association.

ACEA associates 14 major European cars manufacturers : BMW, DAF, Daimler-Benz, FIAT, Ford, General Motors Europe, MAN, Porsche, Renault, Rolls Royce, Rover, Saab-Scania, Volkswagen, Volvo Car and AB Volvo…

My manual selection and ranking :

I manually selected for you the top 6 famous French car brands in 2023 according to the ACEA.

Ranking is from 6 to number 1 most famous French cars brand :

• From lower to higher number of cars registrations in 2 months : January and February 2023
• This list includes only cars brand founded in France.
• There is only 2 French automobile manufacturers (holdings) : Groupe Renault and Sellantis

6. Alpine – 288 car registrations (Jan-Feb 2023)

• Category: French car brand
• Car Registrations in January-February 2023 (2 months): 288
• Holding: Groupe Renault
• Founded: 1955
• Description: Alpine is a French automotive manufacturer known for its high-performance and lightweight sports cars. The brand has a rich history in motorsports and is focused on creating vehicles that offer an exceptional driving experience.
• Car Models: A110, A110S
• Website:

5. DS Automobiles – 8,053 car registrations (Jan-Feb 2023)

• Category: French car brand
• Car Registrations in January-February 2023 (2 months): 8,053
• Holding: Stellantis
• Founded: 2009
• Description: DS Automobiles is a French premium automotive brand known for its distinctive design and focus on luxury. The brand offers a range of stylish vehicles with innovative technology and a commitment to sustainable mobility.
• Car Models: DS 3 Crossback, DS 7 Crossback, DS 4, DS 9
• Website:

4. Citroën – 56,071 car registrations (Jan-Feb 2023)

• Category: French car brand
• Car Registrations in January-February 2023 (2 months): 56,071
• Holding: Stellantis
• Founded: 1919
• Description: Citroën is a French automotive brand known for its innovative and unique designs. The brand offers a diverse range of vehicles, including city cars, family cars, SUVs, and vans, with a focus on comfort, style, and technology.
• Car Models: C1, C3, C3 Aircross, C4, C5 Aircross, Berlingo, Spacetourer, Jumpy, Jumper
• Website:

3. Dacia – 92,745 car registrations

• Category: French car brand
• Car Registrations in January-February 2023 (2 months): 92,745
• Holding: Groupe Renault
• Founded: 1966
• Description: Dacia is a Romanian automotive brand owned by Groupe Renault, known for offering affordable and practical vehicles. The brand focuses on simplicity, reliability, and value for money.
• Car Models: Sandero, Sandero Stepway, Logan, Logan MCV, Logan MCV Stepway, Duster, Dokker, Lodgy
• Website:

2. Renault – 93,149 car registrations

• Category: French car brand
• Car Registrations in January-February 2023 (2 months): 93,149
• Holding: Groupe Renault
• Founded: 1899
• Description: Renault is a French automotive brand that focuses on innovation, sustainability, and design. The brand offers a wide range of vehicles, including city cars, family cars, SUVs, vans, and electric vehicles.
• Car Models: Twingo, Clio, Captur, Mégane, Kadjar, Scénic, Talisman, Koleos, Espace, Kangoo, Trafic, Master, ZOE, Twizy
• Website:

1. Peugeot – 100,327 car registrations

• Category: French car brand
• Car Registrations in January-February 2023 (2 months): 100,327
• Holding: Stellantis
• Founded: 1810 (automotive division in 1889)
• Description: Peugeot is a French automotive brand with a rich history of innovation and design. The brand offers a wide range of vehicles, including city cars, family cars, SUVs, and vans, focusing on performance, style, and technology.
• Car Models: 108, 208, 2008, 308, 3008, 508, 5008, Rifter, Partner, Expert, Boxer
• Website:

People also ask about French Car Brands:

Which car brand is made by France In 2023?

There is 6 car brands made by France in 2023 according ACEA (European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association) :

1. Peugeot (owned by Stellantis – French automobile manufacturer)
2. Renault (owned by Groupe Renault – French automobile manufacturer)
3. Dacia (Groupe Renault)
4. Citroen (Stellantis)
5. DS Automobiles (Stellantis)
6. Alpine (Groupe Renault)

Please see below our list of most famous French cars brands.

What is the most popular car brand France?

The most popular car brand in France is Peugeot with 100,327 cars registration in January and February 2023 (according official sources of ACEA – European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association).

Second place is Renault with 93,149 cars registration in Jan. Feb. 2023.

Third place of most popular car brands in France is Dacia 92,745 cars registration in 2 first months of 2023.

Please see below our list of most famous French cars brands.

Is Renault a French car brand?

Yes, Renault is a French car brand in 2023.

Renault was founded in 1899 in Boulogne Billancourt (city near Paris) by 3 brothers : Louis, Marcel and Fernand Renault.

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