Diesel cars 1500-2500cc imports in Iraq: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of diesel cars 1500-2500cc by Iraq reached $7.2 million in 2024 (988 tonnes). That is 26% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $11.1 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 | $7.2M | 988 t |
| 2023 | $9.7M | 854 t |
| 2022 | $7.3M | 660 t |
| 2021 | $3.1M | 356 t |
| 2020 | $2.2M | 490 t |
| 2019 | $11.1M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $7.0M | 737 t |
| 2017 | $2.4M | 303 t |
Where Iraq imports diesel cars 1500-2500cc from
Most of the value came from South Korea (40%), Turkey (23%), Germany (21%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+310% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $2.8M | 40% |
| Turkey | $1.6M | 23% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 21% |
| Thailand | $1.0M | 14% |
| Netherlands | $80K | 1.1% |
| Poland | $68K | 0.9% |
| Canada | $38K | 0.5% |
| Norway | $25K | 0.4% |
| Hungary | $2K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.29 per kg, 48% below the world average of $13.99, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Iraq?
The shipment records behind Iraq diesel cars 1500-2500cc imports (HS 8703.32): 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 8703.32: Vehicles: with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 2500cc.
Common questions
What is the value of diesel cars 1500-2500cc imported by Iraq?
Iraq imported diesel cars 1500-2500cc worth $7.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 988 tonnes. That ranks it 115th of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply diesel cars 1500-2500cc to Iraq?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($2.8 million), followed by Turkey (23%) and Germany (21%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 651% on the year.
What is the average import price of diesel cars 1500-2500cc per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.29 per kg in 2024, 48% below the world average of $13.99 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of diesel cars 1500-2500cc to Iraq changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.4 million in 2017 to $7.2 million in 2024, an increase of 204%. The peak was 2019 at $11.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for diesel cars 1500-2500cc?
The HS code for diesel cars 1500-2500cc is subheading 8703.32. 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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