Petrol cars >3000cc imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Saudi Arabia imported $2.24 billion of petrol cars >3000cc in 2024 (53.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 216 countries for imports of this product. That is 13% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $3.24 billion.
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 | $2.24B | 53.4K t |
| 2023 | $2.58B | 56.3K t |
| 2022 | $2.00B | 46.1K t |
| 2021 | $2.15B | 73.7K t |
| 2020 | $2.94B | 101.1K t |
| 2019 | $3.24B | 98.8K t |
| 2018 | $2.89B | 164.4K t |
| 2017 | $2.88B | 102.5K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports petrol cars >3000cc from
The largest suppliers were Japan (31%), United States (27%), South Korea (11%). Among the main suppliers, Kuwait grew fastest (+676% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $704.7M | 32% |
| United States | $600.9M | 27% |
| South Korea | $239.9M | 11% |
| Kuwait | $151.9M | 6.8% |
| United Kingdom | $141.9M | 6.3% |
| Germany | $108.5M | 4.9% |
| Bahrain | $64.5M | 2.9% |
| Italy | $62.7M | 2.8% |
| Mexico | $33.8M | 1.5% |
| Indonesia | $32.1M | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $41.89 per kg, 20% above the world average of $34.82. 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.
Petrol cars >3000cc exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported petrol cars >3000cc worth $109.8 million (2.0 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Spain accounted for 77% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+129% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $84.3M | 77% |
| United Arab Emirates | $10.8M | 9.9% |
| Austria | $4.4M | 4% |
| Hong Kong | $3.1M | 2.8% |
| Malaysia | $1.8M | 1.7% |
| Netherlands | $1.3M | 1.2% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 1.2% |
| South Africa | $453K | 0.4% |
| Uruguay | $248K | 0.2% |
| United States | $237K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia petrol cars >3000cc imports (HS 8703.24): 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 8703.24: Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 3000cc.
Common questions
What is the value of petrol cars >3000cc imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported petrol cars >3000cc worth $2.24 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 53.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 216 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply petrol cars >3000cc to Saudi Arabia?
Japan was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($704.7 million), followed by the United States (27%) and South Korea (11%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. Kuwait grew fastest among the top ten, up 676% on the year.
What is the average import price of petrol cars >3000cc per kg?
The average declared import value was about $41.89 per kg in 2024, 20% above the world average of $34.82 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 >3000cc to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.88 billion in 2017 to $2.24 billion in 2024, a fall of 22%. The peak was 2019 at $3.24 billion. Over 8 years the average was $2.61 billion a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export petrol cars >3000cc?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $109.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Spain, the United Arab Emirates and Austria. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $2.13 billion a year.
What is the HS code for petrol cars >3000cc?
The HS code for petrol cars >3000cc is subheading 8703.24. 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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