China Car Rental Market

China Car Rental Market Overview:

The China car rental market size is projected to exhibit a growth rate (CAGR) of 10.30% during 2025-2033. The rising urbanization, increasing disposable income of consumers, extensive demand for easy and convenient transport, and significant technological advancements represents some of the key factors driving the growth of the market.

China Car Rental Market Trends:

Rapid Urbanization and Rising Disposable Income of Consumers

The rapid development of urbanization in China represents one of the key factors driving the market growth of car rental. In line with this, as people are moving towards the urban centres, the demand for easy and convenient means of transport is increasing. Moreover, the increasing disposable income of consumers is inducing them to spend on car rentals to fullfill their personal and business purposes. The robust demand for car rentals mirrors the surge in travel during the holiday, with an estimated 1.36 billion intercity trips recorded, of which over 80% were made by road, according to the Ministry of Transport. In addition to this, the growth in the population of the middle-income earners with relatively higher income per capita considers car rental as more suitable than vehicle ownership because of the costs of maintaining and other expenses often associated with car ownership. Besides this, the growth of highways and the enhancement of infrastructure in urban and sub-urban areas is a significant factor which is catalysing the demand for car rental service.

Technological Advancements

Ongoing technological advancements are one of the pivotal factors driving the growth of the car rental market in China. The introduction of new and sophisticated technology features, such as mobile applications, GPS technology, and digital wallets, has streamlined the rental process, making it more convenient and efficient for consumers. These innovations have increased consumer awareness and preference for seamless business transactions. Additionally, car rental companies are diversifying their offerings to cater to different customer needs by providing short-term, long-term, and luxury car rentals. This diversification, coupled with the enhanced access of online services in various demographics, is stimulating the growth of the market. According to Global Times, the total number of internet users in China has reached 1.079 billion, with internet usage increasing to 76%. About 82% of net users are purchasing online, with the number reaching 884 million, an increase of 38.8 million from December 2022.

China Car Rental Market News:

• In August 2023, Didi Chuxing, the prominent ride-hailing giant, announced its collaboration with Xpeng Motors, a leading Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer in a strategic move that signifies a shift in the automotive landscape. The partnership aims to introduce a new automotive brand named “MONA,” representing a new direction for both companies in the highly competitive EV market.
• In February 2024, eHi Car Services Ltd., a Shanghai-based car rental company, is planning their return to the US capital market with an initial public offering, potentially raising around $300 million as early as this year.
   

China Car Rental Market Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the country level for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on booking type, rental length, vehicle type, application, and end user.

Booking Type Insights:

• Offline Booking
• Online Booking
   

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the booking type. This includes offline booking and online booking.

Rental Length Insights:

• Short Term
• Long Term
   

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the rental length have also been provided in the report. This includes short term and long term.

Vehicle Type Insights:

• Luxury
• Executive
• Economy
• SUVs
• Others
   

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the vehicle type. This includes luxury, executive, economy, SUVs, and others.

Application Insights:

• Leisure/Tourism
• Business
   

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the application have also been provided in the report. This includes leisure/tourism and business.

End User Insights:

• Self-Driven
• Chauffeur-Driven
   

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the end user. This includes self-driven and chauffeur-driven.

Regional Insights:

• North China
• East China
• South Central China
• Southwest China
• Northwest China
• Northeast China
   

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North China, East China, South Central China, Southwest China, Northwest China, and Northeast China.  

Competitive Landscape:

The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.

China Car Rental Market Report Coverage:

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

• How has the China car rental market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
• What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the China car rental market?
• What is the breakup of the China car rental market on the basis of booking type?
• What is the breakup of the China car rental market on the basis of rental length?
• What is the breakup of the China car rental market on the basis of vehicle type?
• What is the breakup of the China car rental market on the basis of application?
• What is the breakup of the China car rental market on the basis of end user?
• What are the various stages in the value chain of the China car rental market? 
• What are the key driving factors and challenges in the China car rental?
• What is the structure of the China car rental market and who are the key players?
• What is the degree of competition in the China car rental market? 

Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

• IMARC’s industry report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the China car rental market from 2019-2033.
• The research report provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the China car rental market.
• Porter's five forces analysis assist stakeholders in assessing the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. It helps stakeholders to analyze the level of competition within the China car rental industry and its attractiveness.
• Competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides an insight into the current positions of key players in the market.