Diesel cars <1500cc exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $38.5 million of diesel cars <1500cc in 2024 (3.6 thousand tonnes). That is 39% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $63.1 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $38.5M | 3.6K t |
| 2023 | $63.1M | 5.8K t |
| 2022 | $42.5M | 3.1K t |
| 2021 | $26.6M | 2.5K t |
| 2020 | $30.6M | 3.3K t |
| 2019 | $17.7M | 2.2K t |
| 2018 | $18.0M | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $12.7M | 1.3K t |
Where the United States exports diesel cars <1500cc to
Most of it went to Belgium (36%), Senegal (11%), Canada (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Belgium grew fastest (+491% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $14.0M | 36% |
| Senegal | $4.1M | 11% |
| Canada | $4.0M | 10% |
| Ghana | $2.4M | 6.2% |
| United Kingdom | $2.2M | 5.8% |
| France | $1.8M | 4.6% |
| Australia | $1.4M | 3.8% |
| Netherlands | $1.4M | 3.6% |
| Albania | $1.1M | 2.9% |
| Germany | $1.0M | 2.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.75 per kg, close to the world average of $10.54.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Diesel cars <1500cc imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported diesel cars <1500cc worth $4.2 million (302 tonnes). Most of the value came from Japan (35%), Ukraine (22%), Canada (10%). Among the main suppliers, Canada grew fastest (+865% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $1.4M | 35% |
| Ukraine | $930K | 22% |
| Canada | $422K | 10% |
| United Kingdom | $379K | 9.1% |
| Germany | $250K | 6% |
| Italy | $147K | 3.5% |
| Ireland | $105K | 2.5% |
| France | $80K | 1.9% |
| Netherlands | $80K | 1.9% |
| Belgium | $77K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States diesel cars <1500cc exports (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 exported by the United States?
The United States exported diesel cars <1500cc worth $38.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 106 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 39% on 2023.
Which countries buy diesel cars <1500cc from the United States?
Belgium was the largest buyer with 36% of the value ($14.0 million), followed by Senegal (11%) and Canada (10%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 80 buyer countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 491% on the year.
What is the average export price of diesel cars <1500cc per kg?
The average declared export value was about $10.75 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $10.54 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of diesel cars <1500cc from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $12.7 million in 2017 to $38.5 million in 2024, an increase of 203%. The peak was 2023 at $63.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $31.2 million a year.
Does the United States also import diesel cars <1500cc?
Yes. The United States imported $4.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Japan, Ukraine and Canada. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $34.3 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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