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Stellantis and Leapmotor registrations exceed two million in Europe

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Stellantis and Leapmotor recorded more than two million vehicle registrations across the EU30 region during the first nine months of 2026, with their combined market share increasing to 16.9%.

Combined registrations reached 2.014 million vehicles, representing year-on-year growth of 6.8% and a market share increase of 0.18 percentage points.

Stellantis alone registered 1.927 million vehicles during the period, up 3% compared with the first nine months of 2025, securing a 16.1% market share.

The automotive group maintained its leading position in Europe’s A and B vehicle segments, while retaining overall market leadership in Italy and France.

Emanuele Cappellano, Chief Operating Officer, Enlarged Europe at Stellantis, said: “Our FaSTLAne 2030 strategic plan is moving Stellantis decisively from strategy to execution.

“Progress across the EU30 reflects disciplined execution, the commitment of our people and strong customer response to an expanding product portfolio. These results reinforce confidence that the plan is building a stronger foundation for sustainable growth.”

Growth across key European markets

Stellantis reported increased registrations across several major European markets, including the UK (+5.8%), Germany (+4.2%), Italy (+3.8%) and Spain (+0.8%).

Further growth was recorded in Austria (+20.9%), Poland (+8.1%), Portugal (+4%) and Belgium and Luxembourg (+2%).

Among its individual brands, Fiat recorded growth of 20%, followed by Citroën (+8.6%), Lancia (+3.5%) and Opel (+3%).

In Italy, Stellantis placed five models among the country’s 10 best-selling vehicles, with the Fiat Pandina taking first place, followed by the Jeep Avenger in second. The Fiat Grande Panda, Citroën C3 and Peugeot 208 also featured in the top 10.

In France, Stellantis retained overall market leadership, with Peugeot leading the hybrid passenger car and light commercial vehicle markets. Four Peugeot models featured among the country’s 10 best sellers.

Commercial vehicles and hybrids maintain strong positions

Stellantis Pro One retained its leadership of the European light commercial vehicle market, achieving a 28.1% market share.

The group also ranked first in the hybrid passenger car segment, with a 16.5% share.

Meanwhile, registrations for Stellantis’ Smart Car range, comprising the Citroën C3 and C3 Aircross, Fiat Grande Panda and Opel Frontera, increased by 64.6% during the period.

The performance reflects growing demand for the group’s compact and affordable vehicle offerings across European markets.

Leapmotor also continued its international expansion, exceeding 100,000 global monthly deliveries for the third consecutive month.

Two years after its European debut at the Paris Motor Show, the Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer has expanded its commercial network to 1,000 points of sale across 36 European countries.