Saudi Arabia Automotive Paint Market

Saudi Arabia Automotive Paint Market Overview:

The Saudi Arabia automotive paint market size reached USD 290.92 Million in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 460.28 Million by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 5.23% during 2025-2033. The market is experiencing significant growth due to the increasing demand for automotive manufacturing and refinishing services. Technological advancements in eco-friendly and high-performance coatings are also supporting market expansion. The growing automotive industry and rising vehicle ownership are further contributing to the overall increase in the Saudi Arabia automotive paint market share.

Saudi Arabia Automotive Paint Market Trends:

Growing Demand for Vehicle Aesthetics and Customization

The Saudi Arabian automobile market is witnessing high demand for vehicle customization and aesthetics. Customers are opting more and more for distinctive paint finishes, bright colors, and customized vehicle looks. With vehicle owners giving importance to style and individuality, car paint manufacturers are adjusting by increasing the color range and providing innovative finishes, such as matte, metallic, and pearlescent finishes. The increasing demand for personalized vehicles is pressurizing automobile manufacturers and car repair centers to invest in quality paints that meet these changing tastes. Consequently, automotive paint firms are constantly developing new products to address these needs, generating a constant rise in the demand for special automotive paints in Saudi Arabia. This will propel the market even further, as more businesses and consumers are adopting vehicle customization as an expression of self. the IMARC Group predicts that the Saudi Arabia car customization market is projected to attain USD 840.65 Million by 2033.

Government Support to Strengthen the Automotive Sector

The government of Saudi Arabia is actively facilitating the automotive sector under its Vision 2030 program, which focuses on diversifying the economy and decreasing dependence on oil. Such programs are having a positive effect on the automotive paint industry by encouraging local production, broadening the automotive supply chain, and enhancing infrastructure. Smart cities, greenfield manufacturing clusters, and broadening automotive industries are being supported by the government, which is raising the demand for new vehicles as well as automotive paint items. Saudi Arabia is at the forefront of smart city investments in the Arab world, holds the top position in the Government AI Readiness Index, and leads the 2024 Government Electronic and Mobile Services Maturity Index. These advancements are inspiring local and global automotive brands to penetrate the Saudi market further, boosting the need for premium-quality automotive paint to accompany both manufacturing and repair operations.

Economic Growth of the Automotive Market

Saudi Arabia is experiencing accelerated growth within its automotive industry, driven by technological advancements and government reforms. The growing population, rising disposable income, and urban developments are rising car sales and hence the demand for automotive paints. Both domestic customers and foreign buyers are fueling the market growth with high-performance vehicles and long-lasting finishes in demand. As the car ownership rate keeps rising, the demand for automotive paints for new and used vehicles also keeps on rising. Moreover, the increasing trend of vehicle leasing and renting is generating a steady demand for painting services, boosting the market for car paints. With the consumer and commercial automotive markets growing, demand for varied and durable automotive paint is gaining intensity in Saudi Arabia. In 2024, Shaji Paints expanded its operations in Saudi Arabia, offering a wide range of automotive, decorative, wood, and industrial paints to the Saudi Arabian market.

Saudi Arabia Automotive Paint Market Growth Drivers:

Increase in the Aftermarket and Vehicle Repair Market

The Saudi Arabian automotive aftermarket is experiencing robust growth, fueled by the growing number of cars on the road and the requirement for repair and maintenance. This also encompasses the rising need for vehicle repainting services resulting from accidents, normal wear and tear, and cosmetic adjustments. As the fleet of vehicles grows older, the need for quality automotive paints that can restore or improve the appearance of vehicles becomes greater. Automobile repair garages and automobile service centers are always on the lookout for top-of-the-line paints that are durable, color stable, and have fast drying times. Moreover, since consumers in Saudi Arabia are increasingly becoming more aware of the looks of their vehicles, more of them are going in for regular repainting and servicing, which is increasing the demand for automotive paint products.

Advances in Paint Technology

Advances in the technology of paint formulations are among the major factors driving the market. Paint manufacturers are constantly enhancing paint products to provide improved performance, durability, and ecological integrity. Waterborne paints, which pose less threat to the environment than solvent-based paints, are becoming increasingly popular across the region. Not only do these paints lower volatile organic compounds (VOC) emissions, they also provide better finish quality as well as protection that lasts longer. In addition, advancements in paint technology, including self-healing and scratch protection coatings, are increasing popularity among consumers seeking to ensure durability and ease of maintenance. As the industry embraces the new technologies, demand for advanced feature automotive paints is on the rise, prompting more entrants into the Saudi market and further driving market expansion.

Increasing Environmental and Sustainability Issues

Growing concern for environmental issues and sustainability in Saudi Arabia is also impacting the automotive paint industry. End users, manufacturers, and government are increasingly concerned with adopting environmentally friendly practices. This involves the application and disposal of sustainable and low-impact paints that do not negatively affect the environment. Manufacturers are constantly formulating greener versions, like bio-based paints and coatings, to meet both local and global environmental requirements. The Saudi government is also introducing tougher regulations on emissions and waste management, which is urging the automotive sector to be more environment friendly. With the market gravitating toward green products, the automotive paint market that is eco-friendly is likely to grow in demand, propelling the industry forward.

Saudi Arabia Automotive Paint Market Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the country and regional levels for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on application, type, vehicle type, and finish type.

Application Insights:

• Automobile Manufacturing
• Automobile Repair and Refinishing
• Automobile Maintenance

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the application. This includes automobile manufacturing, automobile repair and refinishing, and automobile maintenance.

Type Insights:

• Solvent-Based Paints
• Water-Based Paints
• Powder Coatings
• UV-Cured Paints

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the type have also been provided in the report. This includes solvent-based paints, water-based paints, powder coatings, and UV-cured paints.

Vehicle Type Insights:

• Passenger Cars
• Commercial Vehicles
• Motorcycles
• Heavy-Duty Vehicles

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the vehicle type have also been provided in the report. This includes passenger cars, commercial vehicles, motorcycles, and heavy-duty vehicles.

Finish Type Insights:

• Matte Finish
• Gloss Finish
• Satin Finish
• Metallic Finish

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the finish type have also been provided in the report. This includes matte finish, gloss finish, satin finish, and metallic finish.

Regional Insights:

• Northern and Central Region
• Western Region
• Eastern Region
• Southern Region

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include Northern and Central Region, Western Region, Eastern Region, and Southern Region.

Competitive Landscape:

The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.

Saudi Arabia Automotive Paint Market News:

• February 2025: Saudi Industrial Paint Company (SIPCO), part of Kaizen Paint Middle East (KPME), has gained complete ownership of Premium Paints Company (PPC), a Saudi coatings producer that was formerly a joint venture between Red Sea Building Materials & Equipment Trading Co. and Sherwin-Williams Company. The purchase occurs as Saudi Arabia fast-tracks its Vision 2030 plan, fueling a construction surge via extensive infrastructure and urban development initiatives.
• April 2025: ONYX COATING Saudi Arabia Franchise launched marking a major milestone in the expansion of ONYX COATING and a significant advancement for the automotive industry in the Kingdom. This growth introduces top-tier vehicle protection technologies to one of the most vibrant and swiftly evolving automotive markets in the Middle East.

Saudi Arabia Automotive Paint Market Report Coverage:

Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

• IMARC’s industry report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the Saudi Arabia automotive paint market from 2019-2033.
• The research report provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the Saudi Arabia automotive paint market.
• Porter's five forces analysis assist stakeholders in assessing the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. It helps stakeholders to analyze the level of competition within the Saudi Arabia automotive paint industry and its attractiveness.
• Competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides an insight into the current positions of key players in the market.