Diesel cars 1500-2500cc imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $34.7 million of diesel cars 1500-2500cc in 2024 (5.7 thousand tonnes). That is 11% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average.
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 | $34.7M | 5.7K t |
| 2023 | $39.2M | 4.1K t |
| 2022 | $36.1M | 3.8K t |
| 2021 | $26.4M | 2.4K t |
| 2020 | $36.6M | 2.8K t |
| 2019 | $20.4M | 2.1K t |
| 2018 | $18.1M | 2.2K t |
| 2017 | $14.0M | 1.6K t |
Where Kenya imports diesel cars 1500-2500cc from
The largest suppliers were Japan (47%), South Africa (18%), United Kingdom (11%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+184% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $16.3M | 47% |
| South Africa | $6.1M | 18% |
| United Kingdom | $4.0M | 11% |
| Thailand | $3.8M | 11% |
| India | $1.1M | 3.2% |
| South Korea | $928K | 2.7% |
| Germany | $885K | 2.6% |
| China | $759K | 2.2% |
| Sweden | $299K | 0.9% |
| United States | $158K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.13 per kg, 56% 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.
Diesel cars 1500-2500cc exports from Kenya
Exports of diesel cars 1500-2500cc by Kenya reached $2.1 million in 2024 (188 tonnes). Uganda alone took 61% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Uganda grew fastest (+192% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $1.3M | 62% |
| Tanzania | $175K | 8.3% |
| Zambia | $159K | 7.6% |
| Somalia | $158K | 7.5% |
| South Africa | $53K | 2.5% |
| Rwanda | $47K | 2.2% |
| Thailand | $43K | 2.1% |
| Albania | $43K | 2% |
| Mozambique | $42K | 2% |
| Eswatini | $36K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya 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 Kenya?
Kenya imported diesel cars 1500-2500cc worth $34.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 80th of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply diesel cars 1500-2500cc to Kenya?
Japan was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($16.3 million), followed by South Africa (18%) and the United Kingdom (11%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 184% on the year.
What is the average import price of diesel cars 1500-2500cc per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.13 per kg in 2024, 56% below the world average of $13.99 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of diesel cars 1500-2500cc to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.0 million in 2017 to $34.7 million in 2024, an increase of 148%. The peak was 2023 at $39.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $28.2 million a year.
Does Kenya also export diesel cars 1500-2500cc?
Yes. Kenya exported $2.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Uganda, Tanzania and Zambia. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $32.6 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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