Hybrid petrol-electric cars imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
Lebanon imported $98.4 million of hybrid petrol-electric cars in 2024 (5.8 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 104% 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 | $98.4M | 5.8K t |
| 2023 | $97.7M | 5.9K t |
| 2022 | $36.3M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $22.3M | 699 t |
| 2020 | $8.5M | 376 t |
| 2019 | $6.2M | 357 t |
| 2018 | $4.4M | 271 t |
| 2017 | $673K | 48 t |
Where Lebanon imports hybrid petrol-electric cars from
The largest suppliers were United Kingdom (44%), Japan (16%), Germany (8%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+570% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $43.1M | 44% |
| Japan | $16.1M | 16% |
| Germany | $8.1M | 8.3% |
| United States | $8.0M | 8.2% |
| Slovakia | $6.5M | 6.6% |
| Austria | $5.2M | 5.3% |
| China | $3.0M | 3.1% |
| Taiwan | $1.8M | 1.8% |
| Thailand | $1.1M | 1.1% |
| Canada | $905K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.86 per kg, close to the world average of $17.05.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Hybrid petrol-electric cars exports from Lebanon
Lebanon exported $17.5 million of hybrid petrol-electric cars in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 91% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $15.8M | 91% |
| Ghana | $441K | 2.5% |
| Qatar | $263K | 1.5% |
| Gabon | $229K | 1.3% |
| Senegal | $190K | 1.1% |
| Jordan | $148K | 0.9% |
| Angola | $126K | 0.7% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $117K | 0.7% |
| Benin | $77K | 0.4% |
| Romania | $31K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon hybrid petrol-electric cars imports (HS 8703.40): 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 8703.40: Vehicles: with both spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine and electric motor for propulsion, incapable of being charged by plugging to external source of electric power.
Common questions
What is the value of hybrid petrol-electric cars imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported hybrid petrol-electric cars worth $98.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 75th of 209 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply hybrid petrol-electric cars to Lebanon?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($43.1 million), followed by Japan (16%) and Germany (8%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 711% on the year.
What is the average import price of hybrid petrol-electric cars per kg?
The average declared import value was about $16.86 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $17.05 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of hybrid petrol-electric cars to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $672 thousand in 2017 to $98.4 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $34.3 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export hybrid petrol-electric cars?
Yes. Lebanon exported $17.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Ghana and Qatar. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $81.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for hybrid petrol-electric cars?
The HS code for hybrid petrol-electric cars is subheading 8703.40. 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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