Vehicle Leasing Market Size, Share, Growth, and Industry Growth by Type (Business Leasing and Leisure Leasing) By Application (Airport and Off-Airport), Regional Insights and Forecast From 2025 To 2033

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VEHICLE LEASING MARKET OVERVIEW

The global vehicle leasing market is poised for significant growth, starting at USD 123.3 billion in 2024, rising to USD 134.89 billion in 2025, and projected to reach USD 278.79 billion by 2033, with a CAGR of 9.4% from 2025 to 2033.

Vehicle leasing is the process of leasing motor vehicle for a fixed period of time. The process offers advantages to both sellers and buyers. In lease process, the car has to be either return to the purchased for the residual value or the leasing company.

Growing demand for vehicles on lease is expected to surge market growth. Increase in sale of hybrid electric vehicles and electric vehicles is projected to drive market growth. Rapid urbanization and industrialization globally are expected to bode well for the market expansion. Government initiatives and increasing number of smart cities are estimated to fuel market growth. Rising awareness about increasing cost of car ownership and high initial costs of new vehicles. These factors are anticipated to surge market growth in the upcoming years. Increase in disposable income among consumers are estimated to drive market expansion. High demand for efficient transportation systems and demand to avoid traffic congestion is predicted to surge market growth. However, gap insurance and long-term leasing are considered a loss-making deals. Such factors are anticipated to hamper market growth.

VEHICLE LEASING MARKET KEY FINDING

• Market Size and Growth: Global vehicle leasing market was valued at USD 123.30 billion in 2024 and is expected to rise to USD 134.89 billion in 2025, eventually reaching USD 278.79 billion by 2033, expanding at a CAGR of 9.4% from 2025 to 2033.

• Key Market Driver: According to the U.S. Department of Energy, fuel economy improvements of up to 20% in new vehicle models have boosted consumer interest in leasing more efficient cars.

• Major Market Restraint: The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) notes that hidden fees and complex lease terms deter approximately 18% of potential lessees annually.

• Emerging Trends: The International Energy Agency (IEA) reported a 45% year-on-year increase in electric vehicle leasing in 2023, driven by rising EV adoption.

• Regional Leadership: Germany leads Europe in vehicle leasing, with the Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA) reporting over 40% of new vehicle registrations under leasing contracts.

• Competitive Landscape: According to the European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA), the top five leasing firms in Europe hold a combined 60% market share, indicating a moderately consolidated market.

• Market Segmentation: Light commercial vehicles made up 35% of all leased vehicles in the EU in 2023, as per data from the European Leasing Association (Leaseurope).

• Recent Development: The UK’s Finance & Leasing Association (FLA) reported a 12% rise in consumer vehicle leasing agreements in Q4 2023 following new tax incentive rollouts.

COVID-19 IMPACT

Lockdown Restrictions during the Pandemic to Hamper Car Leasing Services

The global COVID-19 pandemic has been unprecedented and staggering, with vehicle leasing experiencing higher-than-anticipated demand across all regions compared to pre-pandemic levels.

An outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic affected market progress across the world. In the starting of 2020, automotive industry faced difficulties owing to complete lockdown and travel restrictions. Strict social distance protocols and working from culture to hamper market growth. Demand for lease cars reduced during the pandemic. Shutdown of automotive industry reduced market growth.

On the contrary, post pandemic the market is expected to witness a positive growth due to growing demand for automotive sector. Increasing awareness about vehicle leasing is projected to drive market growth. 

LATEST TRENDS

Rapid Urbanization and Increase in Smart Cities Initiatives to Foster Market Expansion

Increasing government initiatives for smart cities and urbanization across the world is estimated to surge market growth. Smart cities must have an efficient transportation system in order to avoid traffic congestion. Also, growing number of a busy lifestyles and high demand reduce traveling time. Increasing number of population demand for more cars. Such factors are projected to drive market growth. Further, presence of premium and expensive vehicles without buying them and low maintenance. These factors are predicted to expand market growth. In addition, today's, car leasing industry trends such as without driver facilities and on-demand vehicles are estimated to benefit the vehicle leasing market growth.

• According to the UK's favorable tax policies, approximately 20% of electric vehicles (EVs) registered in the UK during the last tax year were leased through salary sacrifice schemes. These schemes allow employees to lease EVs through their employers, reducing taxable income and offering significant tax savings.

• The car leasing industry is experiencing a digital transformation, with around 30% of new product developments focusing on digital platforms, including mobile applications and online interfaces. This shift aims to streamline the leasing process, enhance customer experience, and attract a younger demographic.

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VEHICLE LEASING MARKET SEGMENTATION

By Type

Based on type, the market is divided into business leasing and leisure leasing.

Business leasing is expected to be the leading part of the segmentation type.

By Application

Based on the application, the market is divided into airport and off-airport.

Airport is expected to be the leading part of application segmentation.

DRIVING FACTORS

Growing Sales for Electric and Hybrid Electric Vehicles to Surge Market Growth

Increasing sales of electric and hybrid electric vehicles are expected to expand market growth. Rapid demand for conventional vehicles and growing awareness about eco-friendly cars are predicted to surge market progress. High order to reduce air pollution is anticipated to accelerate market growth. Stringent emission norms and increasing awareness about the benefits of electric cars are expected to fuel market growth. Growing development in the electric vehicles and rapid adoption of hybrid vehicles are anticipated to accelerate market growth. Growth in the automotive sector and high demand for smart cars globally are projected to drive vehicle leasing market growth in the upcoming years.

Adoption of loT and Big Data to Expand Market Growth

Growing adoption of the internet of things (loT) in leasing companies to manage and maintain fleets. The legal agreement requires verified data’s in between buyers and sellers. These data require to avoid further confusion or misunderstandings. With the help of internet big companies access real-time data to easy diagnostic of vehicles during the break-down of cars. Growing awareness about the benefits of leasing cars and increase in disposable income of consumers. These factors are anticipated to accelerate vehicle leasing market growth in the upcoming years.

• Fleet EV adoption has risen by 50% over the past three years, driven by government incentives and stringent emission norms. This transition has led to a 45% reduction in operational costs for companies integrating EVs into their fleets. Approximately 70% of fleet operators plan to transition to EVs by 2030.

• The demand for flexible leasing options, including open-ended leasing, has surged by 40%, particularly in corporate and SME sectors. Nearly 55% of companies prefer flexible contracts over fixed-term leasing due to their adaptability to changing economic conditions.

RESTRAINING FACTORS

High Cost of the Agreement to Hamper Market Growth

High cost or expenses such as gap insurance are expected to hamper the market growth. Long-term leasing is considered a loss-making deal, which is projected to restrain market growth in the forthcoming years.

• The cost of fleet insurance has increased by 40% in the last three years, driven by higher vehicle repair expenses and stricter liability regulations. Fleet operators have reported a 25% rise in insurance premiums, particularly for high-value leased vehicles and EVs.

• Despite the shift towards EV fleet leasing, 60% of fleet managers face challenges related to inadequate charging infrastructure. The availability of fast-charging stations remains 35% lower than required to support widespread fleet electrification.

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VEHICLE LEASING MARKET REGIONAL INSIGHTS

Low Rate of Interest Provided by the Leasing Companies to Drive Market Share

North America is expected to dominate vehicle leasing market share due to low rate of interest provided by the leasing companies. Growing demand for the vehicle adoption and several option such as premium and moderate cars. Rapid urbanization and industrialization globally is expected to bode well for the market expansion. Government initiatives and increasing number of smart cities is estimated to fuel market growth. Rising awareness about increasing cost of car ownership and high initial costs of new vehicles. Such factors are anticipated to fuel vehicle leasing market growth.

Asia Pacific region is projected to drive market growth due to increase in disposable income of consumers. Developing countries such as China and India are anticipated to witness a favorable market growth in the upcoming years.

KEY INDUSTRY PLAYERS

Leading Players Adopt New Strategies to Stay Competitive

The report covers information about the list of market players and their latest development in the industry. The information includes mergers, partnerships, acquisitions, technological developments, and production lines. Other aspects examined for this market include complete research on companies producing and introducing the latest products, regions they conduct their operations in, automation, technology adoption, generating the most revenue, and making a difference with their products.

• Enterprise Holdings (U.S.): Enterprise Holdings operates over 9,500 branches worldwide and manages a fleet of approximately 2.5 million vehicles. As of 2023, the company employs around 90,000 individuals and holds a 40% market share in the U.S. rental car industry.

• Hertz Global Holdings (U.S.): As of Q4 2023, Hertz's electric vehicle fleet reached 56,000 units, representing 11.2% of its total global rental fleet. The company invested $750 million in EV acquisitions during 2023, with Tesla Model 3 comprising 35,000 of the total EV inventory.

List of Top Vehicle Leasing Companies

• Enterprise (U.S.)
• Hertz (U.S.)
• Avis Budget (U.S.)
• ALD Automotive (France)
• Arval (France)
• Sixt (Germany)
• Europcar (France)
• Localiza (Brazil) 
• Unidas (U.S.) 
• CAR Inc. (China)
• Shouqi Zuche (China)
• Goldcar (Spain)
• Movida (U.S.) 
• Fox Rent A Car (U.S.) 
• Ehi Car Services (China)
• U-Save (U.S.)
• Yestock Car Rental (China)

REPORT COVERAGE

This research profiles a report with general studies that explain the firms that exist in the market affecting the forecasting period. With detailed studies done, it also offers a comprehensive analysis by examining the factors like segmentation, opportunities, industrial developments, trends, growth, size, share, restraints, and others. This analysis is subject to alteration if the key players and probable analysis of market dynamics change.