Plug-in hybrid petrol cars imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $534.8 million of plug-in hybrid petrol cars in 2024 (52.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 200% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 30% 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 | $534.8M | 52.7K t |
| 2023 | $178.2M | 6.9K t |
| 2022 | $137.7M | 6.3K t |
| 2021 | $120.3M | 5.0K t |
| 2020 | $39.0M | 752 t |
| 2019 | $46.7M | 657 t |
| 2018 | $96.2M | 3.7K t |
| 2017 | $85.1M | 3.5K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports plug-in hybrid petrol cars from
Most of the value came from China (37%), United States (31%), Germany (14%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+290% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $200.0M | 37% |
| United States | $166.5M | 31% |
| Germany | $75.0M | 14% |
| United Kingdom | $42.2M | 7.9% |
| Italy | $28.4M | 5.3% |
| Singapore | $4.2M | 0.8% |
| Japan | $3.2M | 0.6% |
| Switzerland | $2.8M | 0.5% |
| Czech Republic | $2.7M | 0.5% |
| Slovakia | $2.3M | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.15 per kg, 52% below the world average of $20.96, 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.
Plug-in hybrid petrol cars exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of plug-in hybrid petrol cars by the United Arab Emirates reached $1.7 million in 2024 (87 tonnes). Most of it went to Philippines (44%), Sri Lanka (19%), Hungary (12%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Philippines | $751K | 44% |
| Sri Lanka | $324K | 19% |
| Hungary | $203K | 12% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $140K | 8.2% |
| Georgia | $59K | 3.4% |
| Croatia | $55K | 3.2% |
| Togo | $44K | 2.5% |
| United States | $38K | 2.2% |
| Netherlands | $37K | 2.1% |
| Germany | $33K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates plug-in hybrid petrol cars imports (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 imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported plug-in hybrid petrol cars worth $534.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 52.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 193 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 200% on 2023.
Which countries supply plug-in hybrid petrol cars to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($200.0 million), followed by the United States (31%) and Germany (14%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 290% on the year.
What is the average import price of plug-in hybrid petrol cars per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.15 per kg in 2024, 52% below the world average of $20.96 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of plug-in hybrid petrol cars to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $85.1 million in 2017 to $534.8 million in 2024, an increase of 528%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $154.7 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export plug-in hybrid petrol cars?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $1.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Philippines, Sri Lanka and Hungary. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $533.1 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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