Petrol cars >3000cc imports in Bahrain: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of petrol cars >3000cc by Bahrain reached $347.2 million in 2024 (16.1 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $486.4 million.
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 | $347.2M | 16.1K t |
| 2023 | $340.0M | 12.0K t |
| 2022 | $301.8M | 12.3K t |
| 2021 | $401.4M | 16.8K t |
| 2020 | $440.2M | 8.2K t |
| 2019 | $445.0M | 9.9K t |
| 2018 | $486.4M | 22.6K t |
| 2017 | $446.6M | 11.0K t |
Where Bahrain imports petrol cars >3000cc from
One supplier dominates: Japan accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+31% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $177.8M | 51% |
| United States | $44.4M | 13% |
| United Kingdom | $25.4M | 7.3% |
| Italy | $25.1M | 7.2% |
| Germany | $19.9M | 5.7% |
| Austria | $14.8M | 4.3% |
| Thailand | $14.2M | 4.1% |
| India | $6.7M | 1.9% |
| South Korea | $5.0M | 1.4% |
| France | $3.6M | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $21.54 per kg, 38% below the world average of $34.82, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Petrol cars >3000cc exports from Bahrain
Exports of petrol cars >3000cc by Bahrain reached $147.8 million in 2024 (5.6 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Saudi Arabia (44%), United Arab Emirates (42%), China (10%). Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+684% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $64.5M | 44% |
| United Arab Emirates | $61.6M | 42% |
| China | $14.1M | 9.5% |
| Qatar | $1.7M | 1.1% |
| Cambodia | $1.5M | 1% |
| Thailand | $845K | 0.6% |
| Egypt | $603K | 0.4% |
| Kuwait | $576K | 0.4% |
| Malaysia | $509K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $289K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Bahrain?
The shipment records behind Bahrain petrol cars >3000cc imports (HS 8703.24): 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 8703.24: Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 3000cc.
Common questions
What is the value of petrol cars >3000cc imported by Bahrain?
Bahrain imported petrol cars >3000cc worth $347.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 31st of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply petrol cars >3000cc to Bahrain?
Japan was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($177.8 million), followed by the United States (13%) and the United Kingdom (7%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 159% on the year.
What is the average import price of petrol cars >3000cc per kg?
The average declared import value was about $21.54 per kg in 2024, 38% below the world average of $34.82 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of petrol cars >3000cc to Bahrain changed since 2017?
Imports went from $446.6 million in 2017 to $347.2 million in 2024, a fall of 22%. The peak was 2018 at $486.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $401.1 million a year.
Does Bahrain also export petrol cars >3000cc?
Yes. Bahrain exported $147.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and China. On balance Bahrain is a net importer of this product, by about $199.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for petrol cars >3000cc?
The HS code for petrol cars >3000cc is subheading 8703.24. 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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