The Dacia Sandero, Europe’s Best-Selling Car in 2024, Manufactured in Morocco
In 2024, the Dacia Sandero, a model produced at Renault’s factories in Tangier, claimed the top spot as the best-selling car in Europe. According to market analysis conducted by Jato Dynamics, a specialized research firm, the Dacia Sandero recorded 268,101 new registrations, surpassing the Tesla Model Y, which held the top position the previous year.
This iconic model from Dacia, a brand owned by the Renault Group since 1999, dominated the European market, allowing Renault to secure the second position with its Renault Clio, which saw 216,317 new registrations. This result underscores the significance of the French automaker’s industrial footprint, particularly with vehicle production in Morocco, which contributes to the growth of sales in Europe.
The top 10 most popular cars in Europe in 2024, based on new registrations, is as follows:
- Dacia Sandero – 268,101 new registrations
- Renault Clio – 216,317 new registrations
- Volkswagen Golf – 215,715 new registrations
- Tesla Model Y – 209,214 new registrations
- Volkswagen T-Roc – 202,840 new registrations
- Peugeot 208 – 199,909 new registrations
- Toyota Yaris Cross – 194,006 new registrations
- Škoda Octavia – 180,607 new registrations
- Dacia Duster – 175,213 new registrations
- Toyota Yaris – 174,042 new registrations
The performance of the Dacia Sandero highlights not only the model’s competitiveness but also the growing significance of the Moroccan automotive industry in the production of vehicles intended for the European market.
