Plug-in hybrid petrol cars imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported plug-in hybrid petrol cars worth $9.47 billion (420.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 193 countries. Value rose 33% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% 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 | $9.47B | 420.9K t |
| 2023 | $7.10B | 338.5K t |
| 2022 | $4.74B | 232.8K t |
| 2021 | $3.94B | 187.0K t |
| 2020 | $2.58B | 126.6K t |
| 2019 | $2.62B | 125.6K t |
| 2018 | $2.95B | 143.4K t |
| 2017 | $2.31B | 107.9K t |
Where the United States imports plug-in hybrid petrol cars from
The largest suppliers were Japan (33%), Sweden (20%), Germany (13%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $3.12B | 33% |
| Sweden | $1.90B | 20% |
| Germany | $1.24B | 13% |
| South Korea | $877.3M | 9.3% |
| United Kingdom | $683.9M | 7.2% |
| Canada | $659.5M | 7% |
| Italy | $453.4M | 4.8% |
| Slovakia | $421.9M | 4.5% |
| Mexico | $56.3M | 0.6% |
| China | $29.2M | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $22.50 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 States
The United States exported $3.97 billion of plug-in hybrid petrol cars in 2024 (227.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 103 countries. The largest buyer markets were Germany (31%), Canada (9%), United Kingdom (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 49%. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+281% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.24B | 31% |
| Canada | $359.4M | 9% |
| United Kingdom | $358.3M | 9% |
| Belgium | $294.7M | 7.4% |
| China | $198.1M | 5% |
| France | $181.8M | 4.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $166.5M | 4.2% |
| South Korea | $122.4M | 3.1% |
| Switzerland | $115.2M | 2.9% |
| Mexico | $94.8M | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States 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 States?
The United States imported plug-in hybrid petrol cars worth $9.47 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 420.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 193 countries worldwide, with 15% of world imports. The value was up 33% on 2023.
Which countries supply plug-in hybrid petrol cars to the United States?
Japan was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($3.12 billion), followed by Sweden (20%) and Germany (13%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 371% on the year.
What is the average import price of plug-in hybrid petrol cars per kg?
The average declared import value was about $22.50 per kg in 2024, 7% above the world average of $20.96 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plug-in hybrid petrol cars to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.31 billion in 2017 to $9.47 billion in 2024, an increase of 311%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.46 billion a year.
Does the United States also export plug-in hybrid petrol cars?
Yes. The United States exported $3.97 billion worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Canada and the United Kingdom. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $5.49 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?
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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