How many cars are there in Beijing? Revealing the data on motor vehicle ownership in the capital
As the capital of China, the number of motor vehicles in Beijing has always attracted much attention. In recent years, with the development of the city and the improvement of residents' living standards, the number of cars in Beijing has continued to grow. This article will provide you with a detailed analysis of the current situation of motor vehicles in Beijing based on the latest data.
1. Statistics of the total number of motor vehicles in Beijing

According to the latest data released by the Beijing Municipal Transportation Commission, as of the end of 2023, the number of motor vehicles in Beijing has reached the following scale:
| vehicle type | Quantity (10,000 vehicles) | Proportion |
|---|---|---|
| small passenger car | 657.5 | 72.8% |
| large passenger car | 12.3 | 1.4% |
| Truck | 21.6 | 2.4% |
| motorcycle | 32.8 | 3.6% |
| other vehicles | 178.2 | 19.8% |
| total | 902.4 | 100% |
2. Growth trend of motor vehicles in Beijing
In the past ten years, the number of motor vehicles in Beijing has shown the following growth trends:
| Year | Total number of motor vehicles (10,000 vehicles) | annual growth rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 543.7 | 5.2% |
| 2015 | 561.3 | 3.2% |
| 2017 | 596.8 | 3.1% |
| 2019 | 636.5 | 3.3% |
| 2021 | 712.6 | 4.8% |
| 2023 | 902.4 | 8.2% |
It can be seen from the data that the growth rate of the number of motor vehicles in Beijing will accelerate significantly after 2021, which is closely related to the popularity of new energy vehicles and adjustments to car purchase policies.
3. Analysis of proportion of new energy vehicles
In recent years, the number of new energy vehicles in Beijing has increased rapidly:
| Year | Number of new energy vehicles (10,000 vehicles) | Proportion of total holdings |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 22.1 | 3.7% |
| 2020 | 40.3 | 6.3% |
| 2022 | 82.5 | 10.1% |
| 2023 | 120.7 | 13.4% |
It is expected that by 2025, the number of new energy vehicles in Beijing will exceed 2 million, accounting for about 20% of the total number.
4. Motor Vehicle Density and Traffic Pressure
As a megacity, Beijing’s motor vehicle density ranks among the highest in the country:
| indicator | numerical value |
|---|---|
| Number of motor vehicles per square kilometer | About 550 vehicles |
| Motor vehicle ownership per 100 people | About 42 vehicles |
| Average weekday congestion index | 6.8 (moderate congestion) |
| Average speed during peak hours | 22.5km/h |
Such a high density of motor vehicles has brought huge pressure to Beijing's urban traffic. This is also the main reason why Beijing implements policies such as motor vehicle restrictions and car lottery.
5. Forecast of future development trends
According to expert analysis, Beijing’s motor vehicle development will show the following trends:
1.total quantity control: During the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, Beijing will continue to implement the policy of regulating the total number of motor vehicles and control the annual growth rate within 3%.
2.New energy transformation: By 2030, the proportion of new energy vehicles is expected to reach 40%, and fuel vehicles will gradually withdraw from the market.
3.Shared travel: The car sharing model will be further popularized, and the number of shared cars is expected to reach 150,000 in 2025.
4.Intelligent transportation: As autonomous driving technology matures, intelligent connected cars will gradually become mainstream.
As a very large city, Beijing’s motor vehicle management has always been at the forefront of innovation. In the future, while strictly controlling the total volume, Beijing's traffic conditions are expected to continue to improve through technological innovation and management optimization.
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