Power Liftgate Market Report 2026

The power liftgate market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $3.42 billion in 2025 to $3.84 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing adoption of automated vehicle features, rising consumer preference for convenience and comfort, technological advancements in motorized liftgate mechanisms, growing demand for passenger vehicles, favorable government incentives for smart automotive technologies.

The power liftgate market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $5.95 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to shift towards electric and autonomous vehicles, integration of AI-driven sensors and iot, increasing demand for premium and luxury vehicles, innovations in lightweight composites and energy-efficient motors, expansion of smart vehicle connectivity ecosystems. Major trends in the forecast period include enhanced vehicle safety and security, user-friendly smart access features, energy-efficient motorized systems, lightweight and durable materials, integration with vehicle infotainment and control systems.

The rise in the adoption of electric vehicles is expected to boost the demand for power liftgates. Electric vehicles are automobiles that utilize one or more electric motors for propulsion. Power liftgates are extensively used in electric vehicles. The growing integration of technology in the automotive sector brings numerous advancements to its components, and one feature that enhances the utility of the powered tailgate is the hands-free opening functionality. As electric vehicles increasingly require automated components such as power liftgates, the rising adoption of electric vehicles is likely to generate higher demand for them. For example, in April 2024, the International Energy Agency (IEA), a France-based energy-analysis organization, reported that nearly 14 million new electric cars were registered worldwide in 2023. Electric car sales in 2023 were 3.5 million higher than in 2022, marking a 35% year-on-year growth, and electric cars accounted for around 18% of all cars sold in 2023, up from 14% in 2022, bringing the total number of electric cars on global roads to approximately 40 million. Therefore, the rising adoption of electric vehicles drives the growth of the power liftgate segment.

The rising sales of luxury vehicles are anticipated to drive the expansion of the power liftgate market in the coming years. Luxury vehicles are premium automobiles recognized for their exceptional comfort, advanced technologies, and high-quality materials, often crafted to offer a refined and prestigious driving experience. Power liftgates in these vehicles provide convenience and elegance, enabling hands-free access to the cargo area through a touch or gesture, thereby enhancing the overall user experience. For example, in January 2024, BMW Group, a Germany-based global premium automobile manufacturer, reported delivering 2,555,341 vehicles worldwide in 2023, marking a 6.5 percent increase compared with deliveries in 2022. Consequently, the growing sales of luxury vehicles are fueling the growth of the power liftgate market.

In November 2024, Continental AG, a German automobile manufacturer, entered into a collaboration with Ford Motor Company, initiating a partnership dedicated to the comprehensive design, development, and production of a composite power liftgate module. This module was specifically designed to fulfill the unique requirements of Ford's Mustang Mach-E vehicle model. Ford Motor Company is a US-based automobile manufacturer.

Major companies operating in the power liftgate market are Robert Bosch GmbH, Denso Corporation, Johnson Electric Holdings Limited, Magna International Inc., ZF Friedrichshafen AG, Valeo SA, Aisin Seiki Co. Ltd., Hyundai Mobis Co. Ltd., Continental AG, Brose Fahrzeugteile SE & Co. KG, Kiekert AG, Visteon Corporation, Hitachi Automotive Systems Ltd., Huf Hülsbeck & Fürst GmbH & Co. KG, Toyota Motor Corporation, Ford Motor Company, Volkswagen AG, Nissan Motor Co. Ltd., Honda Motor Company, General Motors Company, Tesla Inc., Hyundai Motor Company, Kia Corporation, Stellantis NV, BMW AG, Mercedes‑Benz Group AG, Mazda Motor Corporation, Subaru Corporation.

North America was the largest region in the power liftgate market in 2025. The regions covered in the power liftgate market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the power liftgate market report are Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Taiwan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain.

The power liftgate market consists of sales of tuck-under, cantilever, and rail-lift. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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