Top Car Manufacturers in Türkiye and What They Produce in 2025
By carfactorysecrets.com | Published on
Introduction
Türkiye has become one of the most dynamic automotive production centers in Europe. In 2025, the country’s top manufacturers are producing everything from compact city cars and hybrids to fully electric vehicles. This combination of global partnerships, local innovation, and expanding export power has made Türkiye a key player in the global automotive map.
Let’s take a closer look at the leading car manufacturers operating in Türkiye — and what models they’re building for domestic and international markets this year.
1. Ford Otosan
Headquarters: Kocaeli and Eskişehir, Türkiye
Main Products: Ford Transit, Custom series, Courier, Trucks
Ford Otosan remains one of Türkiye’s largest and most productive automotive companies. As a joint venture between Ford Motor Company and Koç Holding, it produces a wide range of commercial vehicles that are exported worldwide. In 2025, Ford Otosan continues to dominate the light commercial vehicle market with updated versions of the Ford Transit and Transit Custom series, both of which feature hybrid and electric variants.
The company also invests heavily in research and development (R&D), with its Gölcük factory being one of the most advanced in Europe for smart and sustainable manufacturing.
2. TOFAŞ (Fiat Chrysler - Koç Holding)
Headquarters: Bursa, Türkiye
Main Products: Fiat Egea, Fiat Doblo, and light commercial vehicles
TOFAŞ, a joint venture between Stellantis Group (Fiat Chrysler Automobiles) and Koç Holding, plays a central role in Türkiye’s car production. In 2025, the plant in Bursa continues to manufacture the popular Fiat Egea (known as Tipo in Europe), a symbol of Türkiye’s engineering excellence. The model is available in sedan, hatchback, and station wagon versions — including hybrid technology for improved fuel efficiency.
The company also produces the Fiat Doblo for both domestic use and export markets, especially Europe and the Middle East.
3. Toyota Türkiye
Headquarters: Sakarya, Türkiye
Main Products: Toyota Corolla Hybrid, Toyota CH-R, and new hybrid SUV
Operating since 1994, Toyota Türkiye has become a global reference for quality production. In 2025, the Sakarya plant is one of Toyota’s main hubs for hybrid vehicles. The factory produces the globally successful Corolla Hybrid and the all-new Toyota CH-R hybrid crossover for both domestic and European markets.
Additionally, Toyota Türkiye is investing in electric vehicle production lines, following the company’s “Beyond Zero” strategy to promote carbon-neutral manufacturing.
4. Oyak-Renault
Headquarters: Bursa, Türkiye
Main Products: Renault Clio, Renault Megane Sedan, Renault Captur
Oyak-Renault, one of the oldest automotive manufacturers in Türkiye, continues to be a key player in 2025. It’s a joint venture between Renault Group and Oyak Holding. The factory focuses on producing popular passenger models like the Renault Clio and Renault Megane Sedan, both of which feature modern hybrid versions.
The company’s integrated engine plant also supplies Renault’s European operations, making Türkiye a strategic base for the brand’s global supply chain.
5. Hyundai Assan
Headquarters: İzmit, Türkiye
Main Products: Hyundai i10, Hyundai i20, Hyundai Bayon
Hyundai Assan is another crucial contributor to Türkiye’s automotive success story. Established in 1997, it was one of the first Asian carmakers to open a large-scale plant in the country. In 2025, Hyundai Assan continues to produce compact models such as the i10 and i20, both highly popular across European markets.
The factory also builds the Hyundai Bayon, a compact crossover SUV developed specifically for European consumers, offering advanced technology at affordable prices.
6. Mercedes-Benz Türk
Headquarters: Aksaray and Hoşdere, Türkiye
Main Products: Trucks, buses, and commercial vehicles
Mercedes-Benz Türk represents the luxury and heavy-vehicle side of Türkiye’s automotive industry. Its two major facilities — the Hoşdere bus plant and the Aksaray truck plant — produce vehicles that are exported to more than 70 countries. In 2025, Mercedes-Benz continues to enhance production of its eCitaro electric buses and heavy-duty trucks for global use.
7. TOGG — Türkiye’s Electric Future
Headquarters: Gemlik, Türkiye
Main Products: TOGG T10X Electric SUV and future EV lineup
TOGG (Türkiye’s Automobile Initiative Group) stands out as the country’s first fully electric car brand. After launching its T10X electric SUV in 2023, TOGG entered 2025 with a growing lineup of EVs in development, including a compact sedan and a crossover model. The company’s Gemlik factory is fully powered by renewable energy, symbolizing Türkiye’s ambition to lead in sustainable vehicle manufacturing.
TOGG is also expanding its export markets to Europe, the Middle East, and Central Asia, putting Türkiye firmly on the EV world map.
The Strength of Türkiye’s Automotive Ecosystem
Türkiye’s automotive industry in 2025 is not just about assembling cars — it’s a complete ecosystem. The country has over 1,000 component manufacturers and dozens of R&D centers that work closely with universities and global partners. From design to production and logistics, every stage of the automotive value chain is represented locally.
This integration gives Türkiye a major competitive advantage, allowing faster adaptation to new technologies like electric mobility, connected vehicles, and AI-based production systems.
Conclusion
In 2025, Türkiye stands as a leading automotive hub bridging Europe and Asia. With global brands like Ford, Toyota, Renault, and Hyundai — and a rising national brand, TOGG — the country continues to grow its export power, production volume, and technological innovation.
Whether it’s hybrid sedans, electric SUVs, or world-class commercial vehicles, Türkiye’s manufacturers are not only keeping up with global trends — they’re helping define the future of the automotive industry.
