Hybrid diesel-electric cars imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $14.2 million of hybrid diesel-electric cars in 2024 (387 tonnes). That is 105% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 43% a year on average.
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 | $14.2M | 387 t |
| 2023 | $6.9M | 218 t |
| 2022 | $4.2M | 111 t |
| 2021 | $429K | 15 t |
| 2020 | $271K | 68 t |
| 2019 | $233K | 13 t |
| 2018 | $958K | 55 t |
| 2017 | $1.1M | 51 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports hybrid diesel-electric cars from
Most of the value came from Germany (30%), Czech Republic (22%), Slovakia (11%). Among the main suppliers, Canada grew fastest (+587% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $4.3M | 30% |
| Czech Republic | $3.1M | 22% |
| Slovakia | $1.6M | 11% |
| Poland | $1.3M | 9.1% |
| Canada | $714K | 5% |
| China | $615K | 4.3% |
| United Kingdom | $559K | 3.9% |
| Turkey | $501K | 3.5% |
| Belgium | $339K | 2.4% |
| South Korea | $307K | 2.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $36.81 per kg, 67% above the world average of $22.02. 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.
Hybrid diesel-electric cars exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of hybrid diesel-electric cars by the United Arab Emirates reached $251 thousand in 2024 (8 tonnes). Nigeria alone took 89% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | $224K | 89% |
| Philippines | $28K | 11% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates hybrid diesel-electric cars imports (HS 8703.50): 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 8703.50: Vehicles: with both compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel) and electric motor for propulsion, incapable of being charged by plugging to external source of electric power.
Common questions
What is the value of hybrid diesel-electric cars imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported hybrid diesel-electric cars worth $14.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 387 tonnes. That ranks it 61st of 155 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 105% on 2023.
Which countries supply hybrid diesel-electric cars to the United Arab Emirates?
Germany was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($4.3 million), followed by the Czech Republic (22%) and Slovakia (11%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 587% on the year.
What is the average import price of hybrid diesel-electric cars per kg?
The average declared import value was about $36.81 per kg in 2024, 67% above the world average of $22.02 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of hybrid diesel-electric cars to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.1 million in 2017 to $14.2 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.5 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export hybrid diesel-electric cars?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $251 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Nigeria and the Philippines. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $14.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for hybrid diesel-electric cars?
The HS code for hybrid diesel-electric cars is subheading 8703.50. 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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