Petrol cars 1500-3000cc imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kuwait imported petrol cars 1500-3000cc worth $1.47 billion (105.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 5% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $1.47B | 105.9K t |
| 2023 | $1.41B | 94.1K t |
| 2022 | $1.17B | 80.0K t |
| 2021 | $726.4M | 61.8K t |
| 2020 | $636.2M | 56.3K t |
| 2019 | $888.5M | 69.7K t |
| 2018 | $885.4M | 66.0K t |
| 2017 | $792.6M | 67.4K t |
Where Kuwait imports petrol cars 1500-3000cc from
Most of the value came from China (36%), Slovakia (10%), Germany (10%). Among the main suppliers, Czech Republic grew fastest (+48% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $533.2M | 36% |
| Slovakia | $152.9M | 10% |
| Germany | $144.0M | 9.8% |
| Japan | $140.6M | 9.6% |
| South Korea | $133.1M | 9.1% |
| United States | $106.3M | 7.2% |
| Czech Republic | $54.6M | 3.7% |
| Indonesia | $39.7M | 2.7% |
| Thailand | $33.0M | 2.2% |
| Taiwan | $22.1M | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.89 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 Kuwait
Kuwait exported $425.6 million of petrol cars 1500-3000cc in 2024 (35.3 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Iraq (49%), Saudi Arabia (19%), Egypt (18%). Among the main buyer markets, Iraq grew fastest (+737% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Iraq | $209.0M | 49% |
| Saudi Arabia | $81.2M | 19% |
| Egypt | $76.0M | 18% |
| United Arab Emirates | $31.9M | 7.5% |
| Qatar | $9.1M | 2.1% |
| Jordan | $7.8M | 1.8% |
| Iran | $6.9M | 1.6% |
| Oman | $1.5M | 0.4% |
| Yemen | $579K | 0.1% |
| Tunisia | $211K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait 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 Kuwait?
Kuwait imported petrol cars 1500-3000cc worth $1.47 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 105.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 224 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply petrol cars 1500-3000cc to Kuwait?
China was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($533.2 million), followed by Slovakia (10%) and Germany (10%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. The Czech Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 48% on the year.
What is the average import price of petrol cars 1500-3000cc per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.89 per kg in 2024, 11% 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 Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $792.6 million in 2017 to $1.47 billion in 2024, an increase of 86%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $996.7 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export petrol cars 1500-3000cc?
Yes. Kuwait exported $425.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Iraq, Saudi Arabia and Egypt. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $1.05 billion 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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