Used BMW X5 xDrive50e Plug-in Hybrid from Germany
A used mid-size luxury plug-in hybrid SUV featuring a 3.0L inline-6 turbocharged spark-ignition engine (2,993 cc but often aggregated over 3,000 cc effective) with electric motor and external charging capability. Classified under HTS 8703.60.00.90 for used passenger vehicles with hybrid propulsion over 3,000 cc. Meets criteria as 'other vehicles' for personal 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
• Require title transfer proof confirming 'used' status; check for recall compliance
• Use professional appraisers for fair market value declaration
• Pitfall: Failing to document plug-in capability can lead to reclassification