Petrol cars 1500-3000cc imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $174.2 million of petrol cars 1500-3000cc in 2024 (12.2 thousand tonnes). That is 13% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $249.4 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 | $174.2M | 12.2K t |
| 2023 | $154.7M | 26.8K t |
| 2022 | $171.6M | 27.6K t |
| 2021 | $203.0M | 13.4K t |
| 2020 | $183.8M | 12.4K t |
| 2019 | $249.4M | 24.4K t |
| 2018 | $233.8M | 16.8K t |
| 2017 | $208.7M | 17.0K t |
Where Kenya imports petrol cars 1500-3000cc from
One supplier dominates: Japan accounted for 81% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+187% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $140.8M | 81% |
| Germany | $10.5M | 6% |
| United Kingdom | $7.6M | 4.4% |
| South Africa | $3.8M | 2.2% |
| Australia | $1.6M | 0.9% |
| Uganda | $1.3M | 0.7% |
| United States | $1.2M | 0.7% |
| South Korea | $1.2M | 0.7% |
| Thailand | $1.1M | 0.6% |
| France | $1.0M | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.33 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 Kenya
Kenya exported $2.2 million of petrol cars 1500-3000cc in 2024 (156 tonnes). Most of it went to Uganda (44%), Tanzania (29%), United Kingdom (8%). Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+490% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $986K | 44% |
| Tanzania | $643K | 29% |
| United Kingdom | $183K | 8.3% |
| Zimbabwe | $126K | 5.7% |
| Zambia | $111K | 5% |
| Thailand | $42K | 1.9% |
| Mozambique | $40K | 1.8% |
| Botswana | $34K | 1.5% |
| Malawi | $30K | 1.4% |
| Mauritania | $8K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya 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 Kenya?
Kenya imported petrol cars 1500-3000cc worth $174.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 12.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 84th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply petrol cars 1500-3000cc to Kenya?
Japan was the largest supplier with 81% of the value ($140.8 million), followed by Germany (6%) and the United Kingdom (4%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 187% on the year.
What is the average import price of petrol cars 1500-3000cc per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.33 per kg in 2024, 8% below the world average of $15.63 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of petrol cars 1500-3000cc to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $208.7 million in 2017 to $174.2 million in 2024, a fall of 17%. The peak was 2019 at $249.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $197.4 million a year.
Does Kenya also export petrol cars 1500-3000cc?
Yes. Kenya exported $2.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Uganda, Tanzania and the United Kingdom. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $172.0 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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