Petrol cars >3000cc imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Uganda imported $23.0 million of petrol cars >3000cc in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 28% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $30.0 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 | $23.0M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $22.9M | 1.8K t |
| 2022 | $27.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $12.4M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $12.4M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $30.0M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $27.6M | 2.0K t |
| 2017 | $4.0M | 124 t |
Where Uganda imports petrol cars >3000cc from
Japan alone supplied 70% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $16.1M | 70% |
| Germany | $1.8M | 7.6% |
| United States | $1.1M | 5% |
| United Kingdom | $894K | 3.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $813K | 3.5% |
| Tanzania | $711K | 3.1% |
| Austria | $473K | 2.1% |
| South Africa | $303K | 1.3% |
| Kenya | $288K | 1.3% |
| Australia | $287K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.23 per kg, 59% below the world average of $34.82, 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 >3000cc exports from Uganda
In 2024, Uganda exported petrol cars >3000cc worth $2.0 million (153 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were South Sudan (45%), DR Congo (32%), Kenya (13%). Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+319% on the year before).
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The shipment records behind Uganda 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 Uganda?
Uganda imported petrol cars >3000cc worth $23.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 100th of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply petrol cars >3000cc to Uganda?
Japan was the largest supplier with 70% of the value ($16.1 million), followed by Germany (8%) and the United States (5%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. Austria grew fastest among the top ten, up 798% on the year.
What is the average import price of petrol cars >3000cc per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.23 per kg in 2024, 59% below the world average of $34.82 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 >3000cc to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.0 million in 2017 to $23.0 million in 2024, an increase of 469%. The peak was 2019 at $30.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $20.0 million a year.
Does Uganda also export petrol cars >3000cc?
Yes. Uganda exported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Sudan, the DR Congo and Kenya. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $21.0 million 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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