Petrol cars 1000-1500cc imports in Bahrain: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Bahrain imported petrol cars 1000-1500cc worth $182.3 million (17.8 thousand tonnes). Value rose 29% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $182.3M | 17.8K t |
| 2023 | $141.3M | 10.4K t |
| 2022 | $90.9M | 8.4K t |
| 2021 | $62.9M | 7.4K t |
| 2020 | $64.5M | 7.3K t |
| 2019 | $76.9M | 9.2K t |
| 2018 | $99.2M | 12.2K t |
| 2017 | $84.6M | 11.0K t |
Where Bahrain imports petrol cars 1000-1500cc from
Most of the value came from China (34%), India (27%), Thailand (12%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+77% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $61.8M | 34% |
| India | $50.0M | 28% |
| Thailand | $21.1M | 12% |
| Japan | $10.9M | 6% |
| Indonesia | $9.9M | 5.4% |
| Germany | $7.7M | 4.2% |
| United States | $5.9M | 3.3% |
| Hungary | $4.5M | 2.5% |
| South Africa | $3.2M | 1.7% |
| South Korea | $1.5M | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.22 per kg, close to the world average of $12.24.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Petrol cars 1000-1500cc exports from Bahrain
Exports of petrol cars 1000-1500cc by Bahrain reached $13.5 million in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Saudi Arabia (47%), Egypt (20%), United Arab Emirates (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Qatar grew fastest (+539% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $6.3M | 47% |
| Egypt | $2.6M | 20% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.9M | 14% |
| Angola | $1.2M | 8.6% |
| Anguilla | $491K | 3.7% |
| Qatar | $381K | 2.8% |
| Yemen | $350K | 2.6% |
| Kuwait | $50K | 0.4% |
| Tunisia | $46K | 0.3% |
| Oman | $30K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Bahrain?
The shipment records behind Bahrain petrol cars 1000-1500cc imports (HS 8703.22): 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 8703.22: Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1000 but not over 1500cc.
Common questions
What is the value of petrol cars 1000-1500cc imported by Bahrain?
Bahrain imported petrol cars 1000-1500cc worth $182.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 17.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 68th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 29% on 2023.
Which countries supply petrol cars 1000-1500cc to Bahrain?
China was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($61.8 million), followed by India (27%) and Thailand (12%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 77% on the year.
What is the average import price of petrol cars 1000-1500cc per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.22 per kg in 2024, 17% below the world average of $12.24 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of petrol cars 1000-1500cc to Bahrain changed since 2017?
Imports went from $84.6 million in 2017 to $182.3 million in 2024, an increase of 116%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $100.3 million a year.
Does Bahrain also export petrol cars 1000-1500cc?
Yes. Bahrain exported $13.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Egypt and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Bahrain is a net importer of this product, by about $168.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for petrol cars 1000-1500cc?
The HS code for petrol cars 1000-1500cc is subheading 8703.22. 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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