Electric cars imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of electric cars by Kenya reached $4.1 million in 2024 (327 tonnes). Value rose 183% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 57% 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 | $4.1M | 327 t |
| 2023 | $1.5M | 108 t |
| 2022 | $824K | 68 t |
| 2021 | $469K | 24 t |
| 2020 | $329K | 36 t |
| 2019 | $90K | 12 t |
| 2018 | $58K | 3 t |
| 2017 | $177K | 6 t |
Where Kenya imports electric cars from
Most of the value came from China (50%), Japan (28%), South Korea (6%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+971% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.1M | 50% |
| Japan | $1.2M | 28% |
| South Korea | $246K | 5.9% |
| India | $212K | 5.1% |
| United Kingdom | $185K | 4.5% |
| Hong Kong | $147K | 3.6% |
| South Africa | $62K | 1.5% |
| Indonesia | $52K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.69 per kg, 31% below the world average of $18.28, 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 Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya electric cars imports (HS 8703.80): 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 8703.80: Vehicles: with only electric motor for propulsion.
Common questions
What is the value of electric cars imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported electric cars worth $4.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 327 tonnes. That ranks it 121st of 208 countries worldwide. The value was up 183% on 2023.
Which countries supply electric cars to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by Japan (28%) and South Korea (6%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 971% on the year.
What is the average import price of electric cars per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.69 per kg in 2024, 31% below the world average of $18.28 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of electric cars to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $177 thousand in 2017 to $4.1 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $945 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for electric cars?
The HS code for electric cars is subheading 8703.80. 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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