Toyota RAV4 Hybrid 2.5L AWD from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.4115%Passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of Japan provided for in subdivision (k) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter.
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