Petrol cars 1000-1500cc imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of petrol cars 1000-1500cc by the United Kingdom reached $9.29 billion in 2024 (599.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 222 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 6% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $9.29B | 599.4K t |
| 2023 | $9.84B | 633.3K t |
| 2022 | $7.04B | 517.4K t |
| 2021 | $5.69B | 415.4K t |
| 2020 | $7.39B | 583.0K t |
| 2019 | $10.16B | 874.0K t |
| 2018 | $9.57B | 834.6K t |
| 2017 | $8.21B | 812.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports petrol cars 1000-1500cc from
Most of the value came from Germany (32%), Spain (15%), Czech Republic (12%). Among the main suppliers, Mexico grew fastest (+60% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $3.02B | 33% |
| Spain | $1.36B | 15% |
| Czech Republic | $1.11B | 12% |
| Hungary | $666.4M | 7.2% |
| China | $537.3M | 5.8% |
| France | $490.2M | 5.3% |
| Slovakia | $483.4M | 5.2% |
| Portugal | $456.4M | 4.9% |
| Mexico | $304.9M | 3.3% |
| Japan | $255.7M | 2.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.51 per kg, 27% above the world average of $12.24. 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.
Petrol cars 1000-1500cc exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of petrol cars 1000-1500cc by the United Kingdom reached $1.68 billion in 2024 (123.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Germany (17%), Turkey (14%), Hungary (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 40%. Among the main buyer markets, Hungary grew fastest (+272% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $285.9M | 17% |
| Turkey | $234.2M | 14% |
| Hungary | $144.4M | 8.6% |
| France | $143.6M | 8.6% |
| Australia | $126.8M | 7.5% |
| Japan | $98.2M | 5.8% |
| China | $86.2M | 5.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $83.6M | 5% |
| Poland | $49.3M | 2.9% |
| Spain | $34.6M | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom petrol cars 1000-1500cc imports (HS 8703.22): 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 8703.22: Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1000 but not over 1500cc.
Common questions
What is the value of petrol cars 1000-1500cc imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported petrol cars 1000-1500cc worth $9.29 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 599.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 222 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply petrol cars 1000-1500cc to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($3.02 billion), followed by Spain (15%) and the Czech Republic (12%). The top three together account for 59%, out of 55 supplier countries in total. Mexico grew fastest among the top ten, up 60% on the year.
What is the average import price of petrol cars 1000-1500cc per kg?
The average declared import value was about $15.51 per kg in 2024, 27% above the world average of $12.24 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of petrol cars 1000-1500cc to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.21 billion in 2017 to $9.29 billion in 2024, an increase of 13%. The peak was 2019 at $10.16 billion. Over 8 years the average was $8.40 billion a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export petrol cars 1000-1500cc?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.68 billion worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Turkey and Hungary. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $7.61 billion a year.
What is the HS code for petrol cars 1000-1500cc?
The HS code for petrol cars 1000-1500cc is subheading 8703.22. 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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