Electric cars imports in Bahrain: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Bahrain imported electric cars worth $17.6 million (445 tonnes). That is 12% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 69% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $17.6M | 445 t |
| 2023 | $15.7M | 725 t |
| 2022 | $2.6M | 107 t |
| 2021 | $1.8M | 83 t |
| 2020 | $1.8M | 46 t |
| 2019 | $1.1M | 41 t |
| 2018 | $1.1M | 14 t |
| 2017 | $445K | 7 t |
Where Bahrain imports electric cars from
The largest suppliers were United Kingdom (29%), Germany (24%), China (19%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+217% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $5.2M | 29% |
| Germany | $4.2M | 24% |
| China | $3.4M | 19% |
| United States | $3.0M | 17% |
| Belgium | $1.1M | 6.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $231K | 1.3% |
| South Korea | $217K | 1.2% |
| Italy | $186K | 1.1% |
| Hungary | $59K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $39.50 per kg, 116% above the world average of $18.28. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Electric cars exports from Bahrain
Exports of electric cars by Bahrain reached $3.5 million in 2024 (34 tonnes). Saudi Arabia alone took 72% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+504% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $2.5M | 72% |
| United Arab Emirates | $891K | 26% |
| Qatar | $89K | 2.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Bahrain?
The shipment records behind Bahrain electric cars imports (HS 8703.80): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 8703.80: Vehicles: with only electric motor for propulsion.
Common questions
What is the value of electric cars imported by Bahrain?
Bahrain imported electric cars worth $17.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 445 tonnes. That ranks it 99th of 208 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply electric cars to Bahrain?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($5.2 million), followed by Germany (24%) and China (19%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 217% on the year.
What is the average import price of electric cars per kg?
The average declared import value was about $39.50 per kg in 2024, 116% above the world average of $18.28 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of electric cars to Bahrain changed since 2017?
Imports went from $444 thousand in 2017 to $17.6 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.3 million a year.
Does Bahrain also export electric cars?
Yes. Bahrain exported $3.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Qatar. On balance Bahrain is a net importer of this product, by about $14.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for electric cars?
The HS code for electric cars is subheading 8703.80. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8703 page.
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