BMW X5 xDrive45de Plug-in Hybrid from Germany
BMW's X5 xDrive45de features a 3.0L inline-6 diesel engine paired with an electric motor in a plug-in hybrid system rechargeable via external power. This mid-size luxury SUV offers seating for 5-7 passengers and all-wheel drive. It qualifies for HTS 8703.70.00 as a passenger vehicle with diesel-electric propulsion and external charging.
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
• Submit technical specifications confirming both diesel and electric motors contribute to propulsion
• Prepare for FMVSS compliance testing specific to hybrid vehicle safety systems
• Document battery capacity and charging voltage to validate plug-in classification