Top US Used Car Importers in 2025: Full Country List & Data

📈 Top Importers of Used U.S. Cars in 2025

According to recent trade data, the leading countries importing used vehicles from the U.S. are:

Source: 234Drive

The global used car market is booming, and U.S. exports are at the heart of it. According to recent data, the United Arab Emirates, Nigeria, Mexico, Georgia, Ukraine, Germany, Canada, Saudi Arabia, Chile, and the Dominican Republic are among the top destinations for American used vehicles. These countries have become strongholds for U.S. exports due to a mix of demand, affordability, and re-export opportunities.

The UAE serves as a re-export hub, moving American cars into other Middle Eastern and African markets. Nigeria has emerged as one of Africa’s largest buyers of used vehicles, driven by affordability and demand for spare parts. Mexico’s proximity and free trade agreements make it a natural buyer, while countries like Georgia and Ukraine rely on U.S. imports to fill local demand for affordable and reliable vehicles.

🚗 Most Exported Makes and Models

The most commonly exported used vehicles from the U.S. include:

• Toyota: Camry, Corolla, RAV4
• Ford: F-150, Explorer
• Chevrolet: Silverado, Malibu
• Honda: Civic, Accord
• Jeep: Grand Cherokee
• Mercedes-Benz: C-Class, E-Class
• BMW: X5, X3
• Tesla: Model 3
• Kia: Telluride

Source: North Atlantic Logistics

The U.S. exports a wide range of makes and models, but some stand out as global favorites. Toyota dominates with its Camry, Corolla, and RAV4 models, prized for their reliability and easy maintenance. Ford’s F-150 and Explorer are beloved by buyers looking for tough, durable trucks and SUVs, especially in emerging markets.

Chevrolet’s Silverado and Malibu, along with Honda’s Civic and Accord, continue to be popular thanks to their reputation for longevity. On the premium side, Mercedes-Benz’s C-Class and E-Class and BMW’s X5 and X3 lead the pack, showing that luxury buyers abroad still appreciate American-sourced models. Even Tesla’s Model 3 is seeing increasing demand, especially in Ukraine, where electric vehicle adoption is growing. The Kia Telluride has also seen a surge in popularity across export markets.

📅 Typical Age of Exported Used Vehicles

• Global Average: 3–5 years old

  Most U.S. used cars exported overseas fall into the 3–5 year-old range. This makes them attractive to international buyers because they offer modern safety and tech features at a fraction of the price of a new car.

• Ukraine (2024): Average age of 5.8 years

  In Ukraine, for example, the average age of imported U.S. cars is about 5.8 years, making them relatively young by global standards.

• U.S. Domestic Market: Average vehicle age is 12.6 years

  Within the U.S. itself, however, the average car age is much higher—12.6 years—because Americans tend to hold onto their vehicles longer before trading them in. This difference helps explain why lightly used American cars are so popular abroad: they are seen as “like new” and affordable alternatives.

Sources: UNN.ua, Car and Driver

🚫 Countries Restricting U.S. Used Car Imports

Not every country is eager for American used cars. Countries like Japan, the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, India, South Africa, Kenya, Thailand, Singapore, and Malaysia drive on the left side of the road and require right-hand drive (RHD) vehicles. Since U.S. cars are left-hand drive (LHD), they are often banned or require expensive conversions.

⚙️ Right-Hand Drive Countries

These countries drive on the left side of the road and primarily use right-hand drive (RHD) vehicles, making U.S. left-hand drive (LHD) cars less compatible:

• Japan
• United Kingdom
• Australia
• New Zealand
• India
• South Africa
• Kenya
• Thailand
• Singapore
• Malaysia

Countries with Strict Import Regulations

Other nations restrict imports for economic or environmental reasons. China imposes high tariffs and limits import channels to protect domestic brands. Brazil has a near-total ban on used car imports, while Argentina heavily restricts them to protect local manufacturing. Vietnam and Indonesia have complex tax and regulatory systems that make used car imports unattractive or illegal. Egypt only allows vehicles under one year old, and Saudi Arabia bans the import of used taxis, police cars, and vehicles older than five years.

These nations have implemented stringent rules or bans on used car imports:

• China: High tariffs and limited import channels
• Brazil: Near-total ban on used vehicle imports
• Argentina: Restrictions favoring local manufacturing
• Vietnam: High taxes and strict import regulations
• Indonesia: Ban on used car imports except for specific cases
• Egypt: Only allows imports of cars less than 1 year old
• Saudi Arabia: Ban on importing used taxis, police cars, and vehicles older than 5 years

Sources: Reuters, Fleet News

Summary Table: Reasons for Restricting U.S. Used Car Imports

Visual Insights

Data visualizations like this highlight the global footprint of American used car exports, offering a clear snapshot of where vehicles are heading and how the market is evolving.

Source: Statista

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