Petrol cars 1000-1500cc imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Egypt imported $1.07 billion of petrol cars 1000-1500cc in 2024 (72.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 49% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $1.45 billion.
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 | $1.07B | 72.1K t |
| 2023 | $718.0M | 56.6K t |
| 2022 | $738.5M | 70.2K t |
| 2021 | $1.45B | 151.4K t |
| 2020 | $1.03B | 106.9K t |
| 2019 | $586.5M | 64.3K t |
| 2018 | $699.1M | 68.1K t |
| 2017 | $296.4M | 33.3K t |
Where Egypt imports petrol cars 1000-1500cc from
The largest suppliers were China (33%), Germany (20%), Czech Republic (13%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+284% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $353.3M | 33% |
| Germany | $208.9M | 20% |
| Czech Republic | $134.0M | 13% |
| South Africa | $75.7M | 7.1% |
| Spain | $51.5M | 4.8% |
| South Korea | $25.7M | 2.4% |
| Hungary | $25.5M | 2.4% |
| Japan | $24.8M | 2.3% |
| United Kingdom | $23.7M | 2.2% |
| Indonesia | $22.2M | 2.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.85 per kg, 21% above the world average of $12.24. 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.
Petrol cars 1000-1500cc exports from Egypt
Exports of petrol cars 1000-1500cc by Egypt reached $25.0 million in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 89% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $22.4M | 89% |
| Turkey | $892K | 3.6% |
| Libya | $836K | 3.3% |
| Japan | $611K | 2.4% |
| Nigeria | $205K | 0.8% |
| Spain | $43K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $31K | 0.1% |
| Malta | $22K | 0.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $8K | 0% |
| Kuwait | $2K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt 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 Egypt?
Egypt imported petrol cars 1000-1500cc worth $1.07 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 72.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 222 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 49% on 2023.
Which countries supply petrol cars 1000-1500cc to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($353.3 million), followed by Germany (20%) and the Czech Republic (13%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 56 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 284% on the year.
What is the average import price of petrol cars 1000-1500cc per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.85 per kg in 2024, 21% above 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 Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $296.4 million in 2017 to $1.07 billion in 2024, an increase of 261%. The peak was 2021 at $1.45 billion. Over 8 years the average was $823.7 million a year.
Does Egypt also export petrol cars 1000-1500cc?
Yes. Egypt exported $25.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Turkey and Libya. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $1.05 billion 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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