Toyota RAV4 Hybrid 2.5L AWD from Germany
The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is a compact SUV with a 2.5L compression-ignition diesel engine paired with an electric motor for propulsion, not plug-in rechargeable. Its engine displacement of 2,487 cc falls within 1,500-2,500 cc, classifying it under HTS 8703.50.00.30 as a new vehicle principally designed for passenger transport.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.5115%Passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of the European Union as specified in subdivision (n) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Verify engine displacement certification and hybrid system specs to confirm non-plug-in status for accurate HTS classification
• Obtain EPA/DOT certifications early; common pitfall is mismatched VIN data causing delays at port