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France Car Brands

French car brands built their reputation on comfort, clever engineering and quirky, forward-looking design. With some of the oldest surviving marques in the world alongside modern electric ventures, France balances avant-garde style with practical, mass-market appeal.

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Peugeot · 1810

Oldest marque

Hopium · 2019

Newest marque

Avant-garde design, ride comfort and one of the oldest marques on earth.

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Frequently asked questions

What are French cars known for?: French manufacturers are celebrated for ride comfort, innovative suspension and distinctive, often unconventional styling. Citroën in particular has a long history of technically adventurous vehicles.
Which is the oldest French car brand?: Peugeot is one of the oldest car brands in the world still in operation, having built vehicles since the 19th century after beginnings as a family manufacturing business.
Does France make luxury or performance cars?: Bugatti — historically French and still based in Molsheim — produces some of the most exclusive hypercars in existence, while DS Automobiles positions itself as a modern French premium brand.

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