Europe Automotive Air Filters Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Vehicle Type (Passenger Cars, Light Commercial Vehicles, and Heavy Commercial Vehicles), By Product Type (Air Intake Filters and Cabin Air Filters), and Europe Automotive Air Filters Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

Europe Automotive Air Filters Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The Europe Automotive Air Filters Market Size Was Estimated at USD 5.91 Billion in 2024.
• The Market Size is Growing at a CAGR of 7.13% between 2025 and 2035.
• The Europe Automotive Air Filters market is Anticipated to Reach USD 12.61 Billion by 2035.

According to a research report published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, the Europe automotive air filters market is anticipated to Hold USD 12.61 billion by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 7.13% from 2025 to 2035. The Europe automotive air filters market offers strong opportunities driven by rising vehicle production, increasing demand for high-efficiency filtration, stricter emission and air quality regulations, and growing adoption of electric and hybrid vehicles requiring advanced cabin air filtration systems.

Market Overview

The Europe automotive air filters market is experiencing steady growth driven by rising vehicle production, increasing focus on air quality, and strict emission regulations across the region. Both engine air filters and cabin air filters are witnessing stronger demand as consumers prioritize cleaner air inside vehicles and manufacturers work to reduce engine emissions. The growing adoption of electric and hybrid vehicles is further reshaping the market, with greater emphasis on advanced cabin filtration technologies to improve passenger comfort and health. Additionally, rising pollution levels, increasing awareness of respiratory issues, and regulatory standards for particulate matter are encouraging the use of high-efficiency filters. Continuous advancements in filtration materials, such as activated carbon and HEPA-based solutions, are also enhancing market prospects across Europe.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the Europe automotive air filters market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the Europe automotive air filters market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, and development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the Europe automotive air filters market.

Driving Factors

The Europe automotive air filters market is driven by rising vehicle production, growing adoption of advanced filtration technologies, and increasing consumer awareness about cabin air quality. Strict EU regulations on vehicle emissions are pushing automakers to integrate high-efficiency intake and cabin filters to reduce pollutants and improve engine performance. The expanding electric vehicle (EV) fleet also supports demand, as EVs require specialized filtration for thermal management and cabin purity. Additionally, urban pollution, health concerns, and the trend toward premium, long-life filters further fuel market growth.

Restraining Factors

The Europe automotive air filters market faces restraints from the rising shift toward filter-less electric vehicle architectures, fluctuating raw material prices, and longer replacement cycles of advanced filters. Additionally, increasing adoption of washable and reusable filters may reduce recurring aftermarket demand.

Market Segmentation

The Europe automotive air filters market share is classified into vehicle type and product type.

• The passenger cars segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The Europe automotive air filters market is segmented by vehicle type into passenger cars, light commercial vehicles, and heavy commercial vehicles. Among these, the passenger cars segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. This dominance is driven by the region’s large passenger vehicle fleet, high consumer preference for personal mobility, and stringent cabin air quality regulations. Increasing production of hybrid and premium vehicles, along with rising maintenance awareness among car owners, further supports the segment’s continued expansion.

• The cabin air filters segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The Europe automotive air filters market is segmented by product type into air intake filters and cabin air filters. Among these, the cabin air filters segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. This growth is primarily driven by rising concerns over in-vehicle air quality, increased pollution levels across major European cities, and stricter regulations regarding passenger health and safety. The adoption of advanced multi-layer and HEPA cabin filters in electric, hybrid, and premium vehicles further accelerates demand, making this segment the fastest-growing within the market.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the Europe automotive air filters market along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Mann+Hummel GmbH
• K&N Engineering, Inc.
• Robert Bosch GmbH
• Hengst SE
• Ahlstrom Corporation
• UFI FILTERS
• Burg Germany GmbH
• Airmatic Filterbau GmbH
• Microtech Filters Ltd.
• Freudenberg Filtration Technologies GmbH & Co. KG  

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at Europe, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the Europe automotive air filters market based on the following segments:

Europe Automotive Air Filters Market, By Vehicle Type

• Passenger Cars
• Light Commercial Vehicles
• Heavy Commercial Vehicles

Europe Automotive Air Filters Market, By Product Type

• Air Intake Filters
• Cabin Air Filters