Plug-in hybrid petrol cars imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of plug-in hybrid petrol cars by the United Kingdom reached $6.06 billion in 2024 (301.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 193 countries for imports of this product. That is 14% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 35% 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 | $6.06B | 301.8K t |
| 2023 | $5.30B | 266.2K t |
| 2022 | $3.37B | 179.5K t |
| 2021 | $2.84B | 130.1K t |
| 2020 | $2.20B | 112.2K t |
| 2019 | $909.1M | 37.9K t |
| 2018 | $805.6M | 34.9K t |
| 2017 | $761.3M | 38.5K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports plug-in hybrid petrol cars from
The largest suppliers were Germany (24%), Spain (18%), Slovakia (10%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.48B | 24% |
| Spain | $1.11B | 18% |
| Slovakia | $576.7M | 9.5% |
| Japan | $486.5M | 8% |
| Sweden | $412.0M | 6.8% |
| United States | $358.3M | 5.9% |
| China | $304.0M | 5% |
| Turkey | $233.0M | 3.8% |
| Romania | $194.7M | 3.2% |
| Mexico | $176.5M | 2.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $20.09 per kg, close to the world average of $20.96.
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 Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported plug-in hybrid petrol cars worth $3.83 billion (114.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 103 countries. Most of it went to United States (18%), France (17%), Germany (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 48%. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $683.9M | 18% |
| France | $662.2M | 17% |
| Germany | $509.5M | 13% |
| Belgium | $348.5M | 9.1% |
| Netherlands | $200.4M | 5.2% |
| Ireland | $149.2M | 3.9% |
| Switzerland | $126.4M | 3.3% |
| Japan | $117.3M | 3.1% |
| Spain | $89.4M | 2.3% |
| Austria | $80.8M | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom 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 Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported plug-in hybrid petrol cars worth $6.06 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 301.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 193 countries worldwide, with 10% of world imports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply plug-in hybrid petrol cars to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($1.48 billion), followed by Spain (18%) and Slovakia (10%). The top three together account for 52%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. Romania grew fastest among the top ten, up 405% on the year.
What is the average import price of plug-in hybrid petrol cars per kg?
The average declared import value was about $20.09 per kg in 2024, close to 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 Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $761.3 million in 2017 to $6.06 billion in 2024, an increase of 696%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.78 billion a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export plug-in hybrid petrol cars?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $3.83 billion worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, France and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $2.23 billion 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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