Plug-in hybrid petrol cars exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $511.4 million of plug-in hybrid petrol cars in 2024 (22.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value rose 148% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 44% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $511.4M | 22.2K t |
| 2023 | $206.1M | 10.9K t |
| 2022 | $194.0M | 8.9K t |
| 2021 | $32.7M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $57.4M | 2.6K t |
| 2019 | $95.8M | 4.5K t |
| 2018 | $44.3M | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $39.0M | 1.6K t |
Where South Africa exports plug-in hybrid petrol cars to
Most of it went to Belgium (34%), Germany (26%), France (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Azerbaijan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $173.3M | 34% |
| Germany | $134.8M | 26% |
| France | $76.7M | 15% |
| United Kingdom | $42.7M | 8.4% |
| Azerbaijan | $18.2M | 3.6% |
| Japan | $12.1M | 2.4% |
| Switzerland | $7.3M | 1.4% |
| Portugal | $7.0M | 1.4% |
| Brazil | $6.9M | 1.4% |
| Slovakia | $5.0M | 1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $23.07 per kg, close to the world average of $20.96.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Plug-in hybrid petrol cars imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $36.2 million of plug-in hybrid petrol cars in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were Germany (31%), Italy (25%), United States (20%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+148% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $11.3M | 31% |
| Italy | $9.0M | 25% |
| United States | $7.1M | 20% |
| Sweden | $2.6M | 7.2% |
| Japan | $2.2M | 6.1% |
| United Kingdom | $1.8M | 4.9% |
| China | $1.5M | 4.2% |
| India | $454K | 1.3% |
| Slovakia | $248K | 0.7% |
| South Korea | $31K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa plug-in hybrid petrol cars exports (HS 8703.60): 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 8703.60: Vehicles: with both spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine and electric motor for propulsion, capable of being charged by plugging to external source of electric power.
Common questions
What is the value of plug-in hybrid petrol cars exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported plug-in hybrid petrol cars worth $511.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 22.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 17th of 103 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 148% on 2023.
Which countries buy plug-in hybrid petrol cars from South Africa?
Belgium was the largest buyer with 34% of the value ($173.3 million), followed by Germany (26%) and France (15%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 41 buyer countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 253% on the year.
What is the average export price of plug-in hybrid petrol cars per kg?
The average declared export value was about $23.07 per kg in 2024, 10% above the world average of $20.96 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of plug-in hybrid petrol cars from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $39.0 million in 2017 to $511.4 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $147.6 million a year.
Does South Africa also import plug-in hybrid petrol cars?
Yes. South Africa imported $36.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, Italy and the United States. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $475.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for plug-in hybrid petrol cars?
The HS code for plug-in hybrid petrol cars is subheading 8703.60. 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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