Petrol cars 1500-3000cc imports in Ethiopia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of petrol cars 1500-3000cc by Ethiopia reached $5.5 million in 2024 (335 tonnes). Value fell 88% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $110.9 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 | $5.5M | 335 t |
| 2023 | $46.6M | 4.0K t |
| 2022 | $96.9M | 7.9K t |
| 2021 | $102.4M | 8.1K t |
| 2020 | $110.9M | 8.8K t |
| 2019 | $105.2M | 8.9K t |
| 2018 | $30.7M | 6.5K t |
| 2017 | $14.5M | 1.4K t |
Where Ethiopia imports petrol cars 1500-3000cc from
Most of the value came from India (31%), China (22%), Belgium (19%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+71% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $1.7M | 31% |
| China | $1.2M | 22% |
| Belgium | $1.1M | 19% |
| Germany | $982K | 18% |
| Switzerland | $212K | 3.9% |
| Thailand | $161K | 3% |
| United States | $91K | 1.7% |
| South Korea | $45K | 0.8% |
| Japan | $16K | 0.3% |
| Zambia | $8K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.30 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 Ethiopia
In 2024, Ethiopia exported petrol cars 1500-3000cc worth $435 thousand (11 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Nigeria accounted for 89% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Nigeria grew fastest (+897% on the year before).
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The shipment records behind Ethiopia 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 Ethiopia?
Ethiopia imported petrol cars 1500-3000cc worth $5.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 335 tonnes. That ranks it 179th of 224 countries worldwide. The value was down 88% on 2023.
Which countries supply petrol cars 1500-3000cc to Ethiopia?
India was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by China (22%) and Belgium (19%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 71% on the year.
What is the average import price of petrol cars 1500-3000cc per kg?
The average declared import value was about $16.30 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $15.63 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 1500-3000cc to Ethiopia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.5 million in 2017 to $5.5 million in 2024, a fall of 62%. The peak was 2020 at $110.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $64.1 million a year.
Does Ethiopia also export petrol cars 1500-3000cc?
Yes. Ethiopia exported $435 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Nigeria, Italy and Egypt. On balance Ethiopia is a net importer of this product, by about $5.0 million 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.
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