Petrol cars 1500-3000cc imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of petrol cars 1500-3000cc by Lebanon reached $189.5 million in 2024 (12.0 thousand tonnes). That is 48% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 16% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $774.1 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 | $189.5M | 12.0K t |
| 2023 | $366.7M | 23.8K t |
| 2022 | $774.1M | 71.5K t |
| 2021 | $350.9M | 37.5K t |
| 2020 | $110.9M | 11.3K t |
| 2019 | $377.5M | 43.6K t |
| 2018 | $463.4M | 38.4K t |
| 2017 | $625.0M | 56.9K t |
Where Lebanon imports petrol cars 1500-3000cc from
Most of the value came from Germany (27%), Japan (19%), United States (15%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+60% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $50.7M | 27% |
| Japan | $35.1M | 19% |
| United States | $27.6M | 15% |
| China | $19.4M | 10% |
| United Kingdom | $14.7M | 7.8% |
| South Korea | $7.7M | 4% |
| India | $6.8M | 3.6% |
| Mexico | $6.3M | 3.3% |
| Canada | $4.1M | 2.2% |
| Czech Republic | $3.5M | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.75 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 Lebanon
Lebanon exported $56.5 million of petrol cars 1500-3000cc in 2024 (3.4 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 64% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $36.1M | 64% |
| Turkey | $15.5M | 27% |
| Syria | $775K | 1.4% |
| China | $712K | 1.3% |
| Netherlands | $459K | 0.8% |
| Ghana | $382K | 0.7% |
| Kuwait | $368K | 0.7% |
| Gabon | $302K | 0.5% |
| France | $235K | 0.4% |
| Angola | $166K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon 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 Lebanon?
Lebanon imported petrol cars 1500-3000cc worth $189.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 12.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 81st of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 48% on 2023.
Which countries supply petrol cars 1500-3000cc to Lebanon?
Germany was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($50.7 million), followed by Japan (19%) and the United States (15%). The top three together account for 60%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 60% on the year.
What is the average import price of petrol cars 1500-3000cc per kg?
The average declared import value was about $15.75 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $15.63 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of petrol cars 1500-3000cc to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $625.0 million in 2017 to $189.5 million in 2024, a fall of 70%. The peak was 2022 at $774.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $407.2 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export petrol cars 1500-3000cc?
Yes. Lebanon exported $56.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Turkey and Syria. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $133.0 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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