Electric Passenger Car Traction Motors Market

By Type;

Alternating Current and Direct Current

By Power Rating;

Below 200 kW, 200 To 400 kW and Above 400 kW

By Cooling Type;

Air-Cooled, Liquid-Cooled and Self-Ventilated

By Voltage Class;

Below 1 kV, 1 To 3 kV and Above 3 kV

By Application;

Railway, Electric Vehicle and Others

By Geography;

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and Latin America - Report Timeline (2021 - 2031)
Report ID: Rn919606101 Published Date: August, 2025 Updated Date: September, 2025

Electric Passenger Car Traction Motors Market Overview

Electric Passenger Car Traction Motor Market (USD Million)

Electric Passenger Car Traction Motor Market was valued at USD 9252.52 million in the year 2024. The size of this market is expected to increase to USD 24611.89 million by the year 2031, while growing at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 15.0%.


Electric Passenger Car Traction Motors Market

*Market size in USD million

CAGR 15.0 %


Study Period2025 - 2031
Base Year2024
CAGR (%)15.0 %
Market Size (2024)USD 9252.52 Million
Market Size (2031)USD 24611.89 Million
Market ConcentrationLow
Report Pages370
9252.52
2024
24611.89
2031

Major Players

  • ABB
  • Zhongshan Broad-Ocean Motor Co. Ltd
  • BorgWarner Inc
  • Robert Bosch AG
  • Siemens AG
  • Toshiba Group
  • ZF Group
  • Continental AG
  • Remy Group
  • Valeo SA

Market Concentration

Consolidated - Market dominated by 1 - 5 major players

Electric Passenger Car Traction Motors Market

Fragmented - Highly competitive market without dominant players


The Electric Passenger Car Traction Motors Market is expanding rapidly with the rising shift toward electric mobility. Known for their efficiency, durability, and superior output, traction motors have become essential to the EV ecosystem. Over 57% of new passenger electric cars now integrate these motors, highlighting their growing influence in automotive innovation.

Rising Adoption of Electric Vehicles
Growing consumer demand for sustainable transportation is accelerating traction motor adoption. Nearly 61% of car buyers show a preference for electric vehicles, drawn by benefits such as reduced fuel costs and better driving performance. This adoption trend emphasizes the central role of traction motors in enabling clean and efficient mobility.

Technological Advancements
Innovations in motor technology are reshaping the market, with enhancements in power density, cooling efficiency, and minimized energy loss. Close to 49% of new traction motor releases now include digital control systems that elevate vehicle range and performance. These advancements are setting new standards in the electric vehicle market.

Focus on Efficiency and Performance
Automakers are prioritizing efficiency, torque consistency, and reliability when integrating traction motors. Approximately 64% of manufacturers report significant gains in vehicle reliability and performance with modern systems. These motors not only improve the driving experience but also strengthen long-term confidence in electric vehicles.

Positive Market Outlook
The future of the electric passenger car traction motors market looks promising as both demand and innovation align. More than 70% of upcoming EV models are expected to incorporate advanced traction motor technologies, making them pivotal in shaping next-generation mobility. This strong trajectory highlights their growing significance in sustainable transport.

  1. Introduction
    1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
    2. Research Methodology
    3. Abbreviations
  2. Market Definition & Study Scope
  3. Executive Summary
    1. Market Snapshot, By Type
    2. Market Snapshot, By Power Rating
    3. Market Snapshot, By Cooling Type
    4. Market Snapshot, By Voltage Class
    5. Market Snapshot, By Application
    6. Market Snapshot, By Region
  4. Electric Passenger Car Traction Motor Market Dynamics
    1. Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities
      1. Drivers
        1. Environmental Concerns and Regulations
        2. Rising Fuel Prices
        3. Government Incentives
      2. Restraints
        1. High Initial Cost
        2. Limited Charging Infrastructure
      3. Opportunities
        1. Battery Swapping Technology
        2. Focus on Efficiency and Performance
        3. Growth in Developing Markets
    2. PEST Analysis
      1. Political Analysis
      2. Economic Analysis
      3. Social Analysis
      4. Technological Analysis
    3. Porter's Analysis
      1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
      2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
      3. Threat of Substitutes
      4. Threat of New Entrants
      5. Competitive Rivalry

  5. Market Segmentation
    1. Electric Passenger Car Traction Motor Market, By Type, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Alternating Current
      2. Direct Current
    2. Electric Passenger Car Traction Motor Market, By Power Rating, 2021- 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Below 200 kW

      2. 200 To 400 kW

      3. Above 400 kW

    3. Electric Passenger Car Traction Motor Market, By Cooling Type, 2021- 2031 (USD Million)

      1. Air-Cooled

      2. Liquid-Cooled

      3. Self-Ventilated

    4. Electric Passenger Car Traction Motor Market, By Voltage Class, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Below 1 kV
      2. 1 To 3 kV
      3. Above 3 kV
    5. Electric Passenger Car Traction Motor Market, By Application, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)

      1. Railway

      2. Electric Vehicle

      3. Others

    6. Electric Passenger Car Traction Motor Market, By Geography, 2021- 2031 (USD Million)
      1. North America
        1. United States
        2. Canada
      2. Europe
        1. Germany
        2. United Kingdom
        3. France
        4. Italy
        5. Spain
        6. Nordic
        7. Benelux
        8. Rest of Europe
      3. Asia Pacific
        1. Japan
        2. China
        3. India
        4. Australia & New Zealand
        5. South Korea
        6. ASEAN (Association of South East Asian Countries)
        7. Rest of Asia Pacific
      4. Middle East & Africa
        1. GCC
        2. Israel
        3. South Africa
        4. Rest of Middle East & Africa
      5. Latin America
        1. Brazil
        2. Mexico
        3. Argentina
        4. Rest of Latin America
  6. Competitive Landscape
    1. Company Profiles
      1. ABB
      2. Zhongshan Broad-Ocean Motor Co. Ltd
      3. BorgWarner Inc
      4. Robert Bosch AG
      5. Siemens AG
      6. Toshiba Group
      7. ZF Group
      8. Continental AG
      9. Remy Group
      10. Valeo SA
  7. Analyst Views
  8. Future Outlook of the Market