Radar Sensor Market Outlook Report 2025-2034 | Growing Demand Across Defense, Automation and Smart Cities

By 2034, the Radar Sensor Market is set to surge to USD 56.3 billion, driven by a 17.4% CAGR from its 2025 valuation of USD 13.3 billion. Key growth drivers include advancements in ADAS, increased use in smart cities, and defense applications. The market faces challenges in cost and standardization.


Dublin, July 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Radar Sensor Market Outlook 2025-2034: Market Share, and Growth Analysis By Type (Imaging Radar, Non-imaging Radar), By Range (Short-Range Radar Sensor, Medium-Range Radar Sensor, Long-Range Radar Sensor), By Application, By End User" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Radar Sensor Market is valued at USD 13.3 billion in 2025. Further the market is expected to grow by a CAGR of 17.4% to reach global sales of USD 56.3 billion in 2034



The radar sensor market is a crucial component of the global sensor industry, experiencing rapid growth due to the increasing demand for automation, security, and safety applications across various sectors. Radar sensors are widely used in automotive, aerospace, defense, industrial, and consumer electronics applications due to their ability to detect objects and measure distances with high accuracy, even in low visibility conditions. These sensors use radio waves to detect the presence, speed, and direction of objects, making them essential for collision avoidance systems, autonomous vehicles, radar imaging, and surveillance systems.

The growing demand for advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) in vehicles, increasing use in industrial automation, and expanding applications in military and defense sectors are major factors driving the radar sensor market's growth. Additionally, radar sensors play a vital role in the development of smart cities, where they help monitor traffic, enhance security systems, and optimize resource management. Despite the promising growth, the market faces challenges such as the high cost of radar sensor technologies, particularly for advanced radar systems, and the need for greater standardization and compatibility across different industries and regions.

In 2024, the radar sensor market continued to evolve with notable advancements in radar sensor technology, particularly in the automotive and defense sectors. The automotive industry saw increased adoption of radar sensors in advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), with more vehicles incorporating radar-based systems for features such as adaptive cruise control, collision detection, and lane-keeping assistance. Radar sensors are also becoming integral in the development of autonomous vehicles, where they are used to complement other sensor technologies like LIDAR and cameras to create a comprehensive safety system.

In the defense sector, radar sensors were further enhanced for surveillance, detection, and tracking purposes, enabling more accurate and reliable systems for national security. Furthermore, radar sensors gained traction in industrial applications for monitoring and optimizing production processes, as well as in smart city infrastructure, where they are used for traffic management and safety. The market also witnessed the launch of radar sensors with improved resolution, smaller form factors, and better integration capabilities with IoT devices. Despite these advancements, challenges such as high costs and technical complexity persisted, hindering widespread adoption in some regions and industries.

Looking to 2025 and beyond, the radar sensor market is expected to experience significant growth driven by advancements in radar technology, the increasing demand for autonomous systems, and expanding applications in various industries. In automotive, radar sensors are expected to become even more crucial for the development of fully autonomous vehicles, with higher resolution and multi-functionality. The integration of radar sensors with other technologies like AI and machine learning will enhance their ability to detect and respond to dynamic environments. The aerospace and defense sectors are also expected to see greater adoption of radar sensors for more sophisticated applications in surveillance, reconnaissance, and navigation.

Furthermore, radar sensors are expected to play a pivotal role in smart city initiatives, with applications ranging from traffic monitoring to environmental sensing. As the technology becomes more affordable and accessible, smaller manufacturers and companies in emerging markets are likely to adopt radar sensors for various industrial automation purposes. However, challenges related to cost, regulatory standards, and competition from other sensor technologies will continue to shape the market's growth trajectory.

Key Insights Radar Sensor Market

  • Growing adoption of radar sensors in the automotive sector for advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous vehicles, enhancing safety and navigation capabilities.
  • Integration of radar sensors with AI and machine learning technologies, improving real-time data processing and decision-making capabilities in various applications.
  • Development of smaller, more cost-effective radar sensors with higher resolution and multi-functional capabilities, expanding their use in consumer electronics and industrial applications.
  • Increased deployment of radar sensors in smart city initiatives for traffic management, public safety, and resource optimization, contributing to the development of connected urban environments.
  • Expansion of radar sensor applications in aerospace and defense sectors for more precise surveillance, detection, and tracking of objects in complex environments.
  • Rising demand for advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous vehicles, where radar sensors play a key role in ensuring safety and enabling vehicle automation.
  • Technological advancements in radar sensor resolution and capabilities, leading to increased adoption in a wide range of industries such as automotive, aerospace, and industrial automation.
  • Government initiatives and investments in smart city infrastructure, driving the use of radar sensors for traffic management, public safety, and environmental monitoring.
  • Growing demand for radar sensors in military and defense applications, particularly in surveillance, reconnaissance, and navigation systems for better situational awareness and security.
  • High initial costs associated with advanced radar sensor technologies and the technical complexity of integrating them into existing systems, particularly in industries with budget constraints or limited infrastructure.

Your Takeaways From this Report

  • Global Radar Sensor market size and growth projections (CAGR), 2024 - 2034
  • Impact of recent changes in geopolitical, economic, and trade policies on the demand and supply chain of Radar Sensor.
  • Radar Sensor market size, share, and outlook across 5 regions and 27 countries, 2024 - 2034.
  • Radar Sensor market size, CAGR, and Market Share of key products, applications, and end-user verticals, 2024 - 2034.
  • Short and long-term Radar Sensor market trends, drivers, restraints, and opportunities.
  • Porter's Five Forces analysis, Technological developments in the Radar Sensor market, Radar Sensor supply chain analysis.
  • Radar Sensor trade analysis, Radar Sensor market price analysis, Radar Sensor Value Chain Analysis.
  • Profiles of 5 leading companies in the industry- overview, key strategies, financials, and products.
  • Latest Radar Sensor market news and developments.

Key Attributes:

Report AttributeDetails
No. of Pages150
Forecast Period2025 - 2034
Estimated Market Value in 202513.3 Billion
Forecasted Market Value by 203456.3 Billion
Compound Annual Growth Rate17.3%
Regions CoveredGlobal


Companies Featured

  • Robert Bosch GmbH
  • Raytheon Technologies Corporation
  • Lockheed Martin Corporation
  • Denso Corporation
  • ZF Friedrichshafen AG
  • Qualcomm Technologies
  • Continental AG
  • Northrop Grumman Corporation
  • Honeywell International Inc.
  • Texas Instruments Inc.
  • Thales Group
  • Aptiv Plc
  • L3Harris Technologies Inc.
  • STMicroelectronics N.V
  • Infineon Technologies AG
  • NXP Semiconductors NV
  • Analog Devices
  • Autoliv Inc
  • Hella KGaA Hueck & Co.
  • Saab AB
  • SICK AG
  • Banner Engineering Corp
  • Socionext America Inc.
  • Smart Microwave Sensors GmbH
  • Oculi Corp

Radar Sensor Market Segmentation

By Type

  • Imaging Radar
  • Non-imaging Radar

By Range

  • Short-Range Radar Sensor
  • Medium-Range Radar Sensor
  • Long-Range Radar Sensor

By Application

  • Air Traffic Control
  • Remote Sensing
  • Ground Traffic Control
  • Space Navigation And Control
  • Other Applications

By End User

  • Automotive
  • Aerospace And Defense
  • Environment And Weather Monitoring
  • Industrial
  • Other End Users

By Geography

  • North America (USA, Canada, Mexico)
  • Europe (Germany, UK, France, Spain, Italy, Rest of Europe)
  • Asia-Pacific (China, India, Japan, Australia, Vietnam, Rest of APAC)
  • The Middle East and Africa (Middle East, Africa)
  • South and Central America (Brazil, Argentina, Rest of SCA)

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