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Argentina: Motor Vehicle Engine Market 2025

Motor Vehicle Engine Market Size in Argentina

In 2021, after seven years of decline, there was significant growth in the Argentinian motor vehicle engine market, when its value increased by 108% to $X. In general, consumption, however, saw a drastic downturn. Motor vehicle engine consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Motor Vehicle Engine Exports

Exports from Argentina

In 2021, the amount of motor vehicle engines (spark-ignition) exported from Argentina contracted rapidly to X tons, which is down by -59.4% against the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, exports faced a precipitous shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 242% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, motor vehicle engine exports contracted remarkably to $X in 2021. Overall, exports faced a precipitous curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when exports increased by 300% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Brazil (X tons) was the main destination for motor vehicle engine exports from Argentina, with a 97% share of total exports. It was followed by France (X kg), with a 3% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Brazil stood at -20.1%.

In value terms, Brazil ($X) remains the key foreign market for motor vehicle engines (spark-ignition) exports from Argentina, comprising 98% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by France ($X), with a 1.6% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Brazil amounted to -18.7%.

Export Prices by Country

The average motor vehicle engine export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, which is down by -29.7% against the previous year. In general, the export price showed a perceptible contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the average export price increased by 154% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2018 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was Brazil ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to France stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Brazil (+1.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Motor Vehicle Engine Imports

Imports into Argentina

In 2021, purchases abroad of motor vehicle engines (spark-ignition) was finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2013, thus ending a seven-year declining trend. Overall, imports, however, showed a abrupt decline. Imports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, motor vehicle engine imports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a abrupt shrinkage. Imports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Brazil (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of motor vehicle engine to Argentina, with a 88% share of total imports. Moreover, motor vehicle engine imports from Brazil exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Indonesia (X tons), more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Mexico (X tons), with a 4% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Brazil totaled -6.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Indonesia (-8.0% per year) and Mexico (-8.9% per year).

In value terms, Brazil ($X) constituted the largest supplier of motor vehicle engines (spark-ignition) to Argentina, comprising 86% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Indonesia ($X), with a 7.2% share of total imports. It was followed by Mexico, with a 3.5% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Brazil stood at -8.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Indonesia (-4.0% per year) and Mexico (-11.3% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average motor vehicle engine import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 1.9% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, saw a mild downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 an increase of 12% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the price for Mexico ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+5.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for motor vehicle engines (spark-ignition) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of motor vehicle engine consumption in 2020 were China, Japan and the United States, with a combined 41% share of global consumption. India, Mexico, Indonesia, Brazil, Russia, Italy, Turkey, Canada, South Korea and France lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 34%.

What are the largest producers of motor vehicle engines (spark-ignition) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of motor vehicle engine production in 2020 were China, Japan and the United States, with a combined 42% share of global production. India, Mexico, Indonesia, Brazil, France, South Korea, Poland, Italy, the UK and Hungary lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 36%.

What are the leading suppliers of motor vehicle engines (spark-ignition) to Argentina?

In value terms, Brazil constituted the largest supplier of motor vehicle engine to Argentina, comprising 82% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Indonesia, with an 8.2% share of total imports. It was followed by Mexico, with a 4.3% share.

What are the leading importers of motor vehicle engines (spark-ignition) from Argentina?

In value terms, Brazil remains the key foreign market for motor vehicle engine exports from Argentina.

What is the average export price for motor vehicle engines (spark-ignition) in Argentina?

In 2020, the average motor vehicle engine export price amounted to $12,683 per ton, dropping by -38.8% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for motor vehicle engines (spark-ignition) in Argentina?

The average motor vehicle engine import price stood at $10,758 per ton in 2020, with a decrease of -10.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the motor vehicle engine market in Argentina. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 29101100 - Spark-ignition reciprocating internal combustion piston engines, for the vehicles of HS .87 (excluding motorcycles), of a cylinder capacity . 1 .000 cm.
Prodcom 29101200 - Spark-ignition reciprocating internal combustion piston engines, for the vehicles of HS .87 (excluding motorcycles), of a cylinder capacity > 1 .000 cm.

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Argentina

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Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Argentina
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024