Diesel cars <1500cc imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of diesel cars <1500cc by the United Arab Emirates reached $3.8 million in 2024 (299 tonnes). Value fell 97% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 26% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $124.6 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 | $3.8M | 299 t |
| 2023 | $124.6M | 7.3K t |
| 2022 | $47.3M | 4.1K t |
| 2021 | $25.4M | 2.5K t |
| 2020 | $15.0M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $2.4M | 232 t |
| 2018 | $1.1M | 148 t |
| 2017 | $31.0M | 3.0K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports diesel cars <1500cc from
Most of the value came from France (34%), India (31%), Spain (16%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $1.3M | 34% |
| India | $1.2M | 31% |
| Spain | $628K | 16% |
| China | $178K | 4.6% |
| Netherlands | $118K | 3.1% |
| Germany | $108K | 2.8% |
| United States | $77K | 2% |
| United Kingdom | $55K | 1.4% |
| Japan | $47K | 1.2% |
| South Korea | $47K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.80 per kg, 21% above the world average of $10.54. 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.
Diesel cars <1500cc exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $237 thousand of diesel cars <1500cc in 2024 (67 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Tanzania accounted for 80% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $190K | 80% |
| Nigeria | $27K | 12% |
| Angola | $13K | 5.3% |
| Central African Republic | $4K | 1.8% |
| France | $3K | 1.3% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates diesel cars <1500cc imports (HS 8703.31): 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 8703.31: Vehicles: with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity not over 1500cc.
Common questions
What is the value of diesel cars <1500cc imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported diesel cars <1500cc worth $3.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 299 tonnes. That ranks it 65th of 200 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 97% on 2023.
Which countries supply diesel cars <1500cc to the United Arab Emirates?
France was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by India (31%) and Spain (16%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 490% on the year.
What is the average import price of diesel cars <1500cc per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.80 per kg in 2024, 21% above the world average of $10.54 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of diesel cars <1500cc to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $31.0 million in 2017 to $3.8 million in 2024, a fall of 88%. The peak was 2023 at $124.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $31.3 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export diesel cars <1500cc?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $237 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Tanzania, Nigeria and Angola. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $3.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for diesel cars <1500cc?
The HS code for diesel cars <1500cc is subheading 8703.31. 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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