Diesel cars >2500cc imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
Kuwait imported $2.4 million of diesel cars >2500cc in 2024 (109 tonnes). That is 86% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $16.3 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 | $2.4M | 109 t |
| 2023 | $16.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $4.9M | 88 t |
| 2021 | $11.8M | 738 t |
| 2020 | $12.6M | 635 t |
| 2019 | $3.8M | 230 t |
| 2018 | $4.6M | 101 t |
| 2017 | $4.5M | 127 t |
Where Kuwait imports diesel cars >2500cc from
The largest suppliers were Japan (39%), Thailand (24%), Netherlands (13%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $930K | 39% |
| Thailand | $558K | 24% |
| Netherlands | $317K | 13% |
| Switzerland | $187K | 7.9% |
| Indonesia | $145K | 6.1% |
| Germany | $109K | 4.6% |
| United States | $101K | 4.3% |
| Morocco | $15K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $21.59 per kg, 25% above the world average of $17.22. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Diesel cars >2500cc exports from Kuwait
Kuwait exported $353 thousand of diesel cars >2500cc in 2024 (44 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 70% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $247K | 70% |
| Germany | $44K | 13% |
| Nigeria | $22K | 6.2% |
| Morocco | $16K | 4.6% |
| Italy | $16K | 4.5% |
| Philippines | $6K | 1.6% |
| Senegal | $3K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait diesel cars >2500cc imports (HS 8703.33): 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 8703.33: Vehicles: with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity over 2500cc.
Common questions
What is the value of diesel cars >2500cc imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported diesel cars >2500cc worth $2.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 109 tonnes. That ranks it 154th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 86% on 2023.
Which countries supply diesel cars >2500cc to Kuwait?
Japan was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($930 thousand), followed by Thailand (24%) and the Netherlands (13%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 8 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of diesel cars >2500cc per kg?
The average declared import value was about $21.59 per kg in 2024, 25% above the world average of $17.22 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 >2500cc to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.5 million in 2017 to $2.4 million in 2024, a fall of 48%. The peak was 2023 at $16.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.6 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export diesel cars >2500cc?
Yes. Kuwait exported $353 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Germany and Nigeria. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $2.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for diesel cars >2500cc?
The HS code for diesel cars >2500cc is subheading 8703.33. 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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