Petrol cars 1000-1500cc imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of petrol cars 1000-1500cc by Kenya reached $83.7 million in 2024 (5.7 thousand tonnes). That is 11% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $145.2 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 | $83.7M | 5.7K t |
| 2023 | $75.7M | 7.4K t |
| 2022 | $94.8M | 9.5K t |
| 2021 | $128.9M | 10.1K t |
| 2020 | $120.7M | 9.3K t |
| 2019 | $145.2M | 12.0K t |
| 2018 | $142.3M | 12.9K t |
| 2017 | $133.6M | 12.9K t |
Where Kenya imports petrol cars 1000-1500cc from
Japan alone supplied 92% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $77.4M | 93% |
| India | $1.8M | 2.2% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 1.3% |
| United Kingdom | $847K | 1% |
| France | $684K | 0.8% |
| Indonesia | $326K | 0.4% |
| South Africa | $191K | 0.2% |
| Malaysia | $175K | 0.2% |
| Hong Kong | $157K | 0.2% |
| Poland | $150K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.61 per kg, close to the world average of $12.24.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Petrol cars 1000-1500cc exports from Kenya
In 2024, Kenya exported petrol cars 1000-1500cc worth $210 thousand (20 tonnes). Tanzania alone took 76% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest (+245% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $160K | 76% |
| Uganda | $26K | 12% |
| North Macedonia | $13K | 6.4% |
| Zambia | $7K | 3.5% |
| South Sudan | $2K | 1% |
| Zimbabwe | $1K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya petrol cars 1000-1500cc imports (HS 8703.22): 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 8703.22: Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1000 but not over 1500cc.
Common questions
What is the value of petrol cars 1000-1500cc imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported petrol cars 1000-1500cc worth $83.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 88th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply petrol cars 1000-1500cc to Kenya?
Japan was the largest supplier with 92% of the value ($77.4 million), followed by India (2%) and Germany (1%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 588% on the year.
What is the average import price of petrol cars 1000-1500cc per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.61 per kg in 2024, 19% above the world average of $12.24 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 1000-1500cc to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $133.6 million in 2017 to $83.7 million in 2024, a fall of 37%. The peak was 2019 at $145.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $115.6 million a year.
Does Kenya also export petrol cars 1000-1500cc?
Yes. Kenya exported $210 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Tanzania, Uganda and North Macedonia. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $83.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for petrol cars 1000-1500cc?
The HS code for petrol cars 1000-1500cc is subheading 8703.22. 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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