Plug-in hybrid diesel cars exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $705.0 million of plug-in hybrid diesel cars in 2024 (27.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 60 countries for exports of this product. That is 19% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 75% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $1.63 billion.
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 | $705.0M | 27.1K t |
| 2023 | $875.5M | 31.2K t |
| 2022 | $1.63B | 51.7K t |
| 2021 | $1.37B | 41.0K t |
| 2020 | $893.2M | 29.7K t |
| 2019 | $19.1M | 929 t |
| 2018 | $18.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $14.0M | 596 t |
Where the United States exports plug-in hybrid diesel cars to
One buyer market dominates: Germany accounted for 83% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Taiwan grew fastest (+249% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $582.4M | 83% |
| Spain | $41.6M | 5.9% |
| Taiwan | $29.5M | 4.2% |
| Poland | $14.0M | 2% |
| Switzerland | $7.6M | 1.1% |
| Morocco | $4.2M | 0.6% |
| Ireland | $3.8M | 0.5% |
| Czech Republic | $3.7M | 0.5% |
| Israel | $2.0M | 0.3% |
| Costa Rica | $1.8M | 0.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $26.05 per kg, close to the world average of $25.17.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Plug-in hybrid diesel cars imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported plug-in hybrid diesel cars worth $175.8 million (7.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 129 countries. One supplier dominates: South Korea accounted for 90% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+264% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $157.5M | 90% |
| United Kingdom | $11.2M | 6.4% |
| Germany | $5.5M | 3.1% |
| Canada | $867K | 0.5% |
| France | $354K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $174K | 0.1% |
| Japan | $94K | 0.1% |
| Mexico | $78K | 0% |
| Tajikistan | $25K | 0% |
| Bolivia | $6K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States plug-in hybrid diesel cars exports (HS 8703.70): 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 8703.70: Vehicles: with both compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel) 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 diesel cars exported by the United States?
The United States exported plug-in hybrid diesel cars worth $705.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 27.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 60 countries worldwide, with 23% of world exports. The value was down 19% on 2023.
Which countries buy plug-in hybrid diesel cars from the United States?
Germany was the largest buyer with 83% of the value ($582.4 million), followed by Spain (6%) and Taiwan (4%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 60 buyer countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 249% on the year.
What is the average export price of plug-in hybrid diesel cars per kg?
The average declared export value was about $26.05 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $25.17 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of plug-in hybrid diesel cars from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $14.0 million in 2017 to $705.0 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $1.63 billion. Over 8 years the average was $690.2 million a year.
Does the United States also import plug-in hybrid diesel cars?
Yes. The United States imported $175.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from South Korea, the United Kingdom and Germany. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $529.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for plug-in hybrid diesel cars?
The HS code for plug-in hybrid diesel cars is subheading 8703.70. 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?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United States. Tell us your product to see it live.
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