Petrol cars 1500-3000cc imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported petrol cars 1500-3000cc worth $1.19 billion (93.0 thousand tonnes). Value rose 6% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $1.93 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 | $1.19B | 93.0K t |
| 2023 | $1.12B | 126.9K t |
| 2022 | $961.1M | 104.7K t |
| 2021 | $1.93B | 204.8K t |
| 2020 | $1.47B | 142.4K t |
| 2019 | $1.35B | 127.8K t |
| 2018 | $1.22B | 129.3K t |
| 2017 | $625.6M | 66.6K t |
Where Egypt imports petrol cars 1500-3000cc from
Most of the value came from South Korea (20%), Germany (18%), Czech Republic (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 47%. Among the main suppliers, Kuwait grew fastest (+193% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.79 per kg, close to the world average of $15.63.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Petrol cars 1500-3000cc exports from Egypt
In 2024, Egypt exported petrol cars 1500-3000cc worth $421 thousand (42 tonnes). Most of it went to Libya (24%), Germany (23%), Nigeria (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+784% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Libya | $100K | 24% |
| Germany | $98K | 23% |
| Nigeria | $46K | 11% |
| Saudi Arabia | $40K | 9.6% |
| Italy | $22K | 5.2% |
| South Korea | $21K | 5% |
| Panama | $20K | 4.8% |
| France | $20K | 4.8% |
| Kyrgyzstan | $15K | 3.5% |
| Kuwait | $13K | 3.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt petrol cars 1500-3000cc imports (HS 8703.23): 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 8703.23: Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc.
Common questions
What is the value of petrol cars 1500-3000cc imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported petrol cars 1500-3000cc worth $1.19 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 93.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 27th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply petrol cars 1500-3000cc to Egypt?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 20% of the value ($243.4 million), followed by Germany (18%) and the Czech Republic (9%). The top three together account for 47%, out of 62 supplier countries in total. Kuwait grew fastest among the top ten, up 193% on the year.
What is the average import price of petrol cars 1500-3000cc per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.79 per kg in 2024, 18% below the world average of $15.63 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 1500-3000cc to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $625.6 million in 2017 to $1.19 billion in 2024, an increase of 90%. The peak was 2021 at $1.93 billion. Over 8 years the average was $1.23 billion a year.
Does Egypt also export petrol cars 1500-3000cc?
Yes. Egypt exported $421 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Libya, Germany and Nigeria. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $1.19 billion a year.
What is the HS code for petrol cars 1500-3000cc?
The HS code for petrol cars 1500-3000cc is subheading 8703.23. 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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