Cars (other power types) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in cars (other power types) was worth $2.80 billion in 2024, about 206.9 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 36% since 2017, and up 7% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2.80B | 206.9K t |
| 2023 | $2.63B | 202.8K t |
| 2022 | $2.41B | 153.8K t |
| 2021 | $2.51B | 210.1K t |
| 2020 | $2.29B | 240.0K t |
| 2019 | $2.26B | 271.1K t |
| 2018 | $1.60B | 140.9K t |
| 2017 | $2.06B | 138.9K t |
Top cars (other power types) exporting countries
Exports are led by the United States (28%), Thailand (13%) and Canada (12%). 109 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 54%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $788.0M | 28% |
| Thailand | $378.3M | 14% |
| Canada | $341.1M | 12% |
| Germany | $193.8M | 6.9% |
| France | $144.8M | 5.2% |
| Japan | $129.4M | 4.6% |
| Indonesia | $116.1M | 4.1% |
| United Kingdom | $61.1M | 2.2% |
| Belgium | $58.2M | 2.1% |
| Poland | $52.6M | 1.9% |
| Denmark | $51.7M | 1.8% |
| China | $49.0M | 1.8% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the Philippines (20%), the United Arab Emirates (8%) and the Netherlands (5%). 209 countries imported it, and the top three take 33% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Philippines | $563.6M | 20% |
| United Arab Emirates | $217.8M | 7.8% |
| Netherlands | $147.7M | 5.3% |
| France | $129.7M | 4.6% |
| Germany | $92.8M | 3.3% |
| Poland | $75.6M | 2.7% |
| Dominican Republic | $62.7M | 2.2% |
| Ukraine | $62.0M | 2.2% |
| Italy | $59.3M | 2.1% |
| United States | $58.5M | 2.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $58.2M | 2.1% |
| Romania | $57.6M | 2.1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $13.56 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $16.47 per kg and Japan $6.61 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 8703.90: Vehicles: for transport of persons (other than those of heading no. 8702) n.e.c. in heading no. 8703. HS 8703 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most cars (other power types)?
The United States exported $788.0 million in 2024, 28% of the world total, followed by Thailand (13%) and Canada (12%). In all, 109 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most cars (other power types)?
The Philippines imported $563.6 million in 2024, 20% of world imports, ahead of the United Arab Emirates (8%) and the Netherlands (5%). The top three importers together take 33%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in cars (other power types)?
It was worth $2.80 billion in 2024, about 206.9 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 36% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 109 countries reported exports and 209 reported imports.
What is the average price of cars (other power types) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $13.56 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $16.47 per kg and Japan $6.61 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for cars (other power types)?
The HS code for cars (other power types) is subheading 8703.90, in chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 8703 page.
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