Electric cars imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Saudi Arabia imported $91.9 million of electric cars in 2024 (2.4 thousand tonnes). That is 53% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 138% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $194.0 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 | $91.9M | 2.4K t |
| 2023 | $194.0M | 7.3K t |
| 2022 | $37.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $10.2M | 242 t |
| 2020 | $4.4M | 170 t |
| 2019 | $2.9M | 143 t |
| 2018 | $2.0M | 68 t |
| 2017 | $210K | 13 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports electric cars from
The largest suppliers were United Kingdom (30%), China (26%), United States (25%). Among the main suppliers, Bahrain grew fastest (+504% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $27.1M | 30% |
| China | $24.3M | 27% |
| United States | $22.5M | 25% |
| Germany | $10.3M | 11% |
| South Korea | $2.5M | 2.7% |
| Bahrain | $2.5M | 2.7% |
| Belgium | $733K | 0.8% |
| Switzerland | $601K | 0.7% |
| Austria | $513K | 0.6% |
| Japan | $213K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $38.55 per kg, 111% above the world average of $18.28. 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.
Electric cars exports from Saudi Arabia
Exports of electric cars by Saudi Arabia reached $8.8 million in 2024 (190 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 84% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $7.4M | 84% |
| Egypt | $380K | 4.3% |
| Bahrain | $231K | 2.6% |
| United States | $134K | 1.5% |
| France | $133K | 1.5% |
| South Korea | $131K | 1.5% |
| Japan | $91K | 1% |
| Turkey | $76K | 0.9% |
| Austria | $74K | 0.9% |
| Germany | $73K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia electric cars imports (HS 8703.80): 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 8703.80: Vehicles: with only electric motor for propulsion.
Common questions
What is the value of electric cars imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported electric cars worth $91.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 65th of 208 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 53% on 2023.
Which countries supply electric cars to Saudi Arabia?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($27.1 million), followed by China (26%) and the United States (25%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Bahrain grew fastest among the top ten, up 504% on the year.
What is the average import price of electric cars per kg?
The average declared import value was about $38.55 per kg in 2024, 111% above the world average of $18.28 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of electric cars to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $210 thousand in 2017 to $91.9 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $194.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $42.9 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export electric cars?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $8.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Egypt and Bahrain. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $83.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for electric cars?
The HS code for electric cars is subheading 8703.80. 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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