Petrol cars 1500-3000cc imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of petrol cars 1500-3000cc by Libya reached $466.9 million in 2024 (205.2 thousand tonnes). That is 26% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $689.4 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 | $466.9M | 205.2K t |
| 2023 | $626.7M | 258.4K t |
| 2022 | $355.3M | 169.2K t |
| 2021 | $382.0M | 229.2K t |
| 2020 | $276.8M | 161.2K t |
| 2019 | $689.4M | 50.8K t |
| 2018 | $366.6M | 233.5K t |
| 2017 | $125.5M | 109.9K t |
Where Libya imports petrol cars 1500-3000cc from
Most of the value came from South Korea (45%), United States (28%), China (6%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+398% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $208.4M | 45% |
| United States | $131.8M | 28% |
| China | $29.9M | 6.4% |
| Thailand | $27.6M | 5.9% |
| Canada | $25.1M | 5.4% |
| Japan | $12.6M | 2.7% |
| Germany | $9.6M | 2.1% |
| Belgium | $8.9M | 1.9% |
| India | $4.3M | 0.9% |
| Switzerland | $3.1M | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.27 per kg, 85% below the world average of $15.63, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Petrol cars 1500-3000cc exports from Libya
Libya exported $952 thousand of petrol cars 1500-3000cc in 2024 (73 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Tunisia accounted for 66% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+36% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tunisia | $633K | 66% |
| Spain | $249K | 26% |
| Italy | $28K | 3% |
| United Kingdom | $13K | 1.4% |
| Ukraine | $13K | 1.3% |
| Belgium | $5K | 0.6% |
| Bulgaria | $5K | 0.5% |
| Germany | $3K | 0.3% |
| Niger | $2K | 0.2% |
| Sweden | $2K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Libya?
The shipment records behind Libya 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 Libya?
Libya imported petrol cars 1500-3000cc worth $466.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 205.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 51st of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply petrol cars 1500-3000cc to Libya?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($208.4 million), followed by the United States (28%) and China (6%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 398% on the year.
What is the average import price of petrol cars 1500-3000cc per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.27 per kg in 2024, 85% below the world average of $15.63 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of petrol cars 1500-3000cc to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $125.5 million in 2017 to $466.9 million in 2024, an increase of 272%. The peak was 2019 at $689.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $411.1 million a year.
Does Libya also export petrol cars 1500-3000cc?
Yes. Libya exported $952 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Tunisia, Spain and Italy. On balance Libya is a net importer of this product, by about $465.9 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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