Other vehicles, with only electric motors for propulsion
Motor cars and other motor vehicles principally designed for the transport of persons (other than those of heading 8702), including station wagons and racing cars: > Other vehicles, with only electric motors for propulsion
Duty Rate (from China)
Except as provided in heading 9903.91.10, effective with respect to entries on or after September 27, 2024, articles the product of China, as provided for in subdivision (d) of U.S. note 31 to this subchapter
Articles of iron or steel, derivative articles of iron or steel, articles of aluminum, derivative articles of aluminum, passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks and parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks, semiconductor articles, semi-finished copper and intensive copper derivative products, wood products, or medium- and heavy-duty vehicles or medium- and heavy-duty vehicle parts, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Effective with respect to entries on or after April 3, 2025, certain passenger vehicles and light trucks, as provided for in subdivision (e) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter.
Products classified under HTS 8703.80.00
Tesla Model 3 Long Range Sedan
The Tesla Model 3 Long Range is a compact electric sedan designed primarily for transporting persons, featuring a single electric motor propulsion system with over 300 miles of range. It falls under HTS 8703.80.00 as a motor vehicle principally for passenger transport powered solely by electric motors, excluding diesel or gasoline engines. This classification applies to finished consumer electric vehicles not fitting other specific subheadings.
Nissan Leaf SV Plus Hatchback
The Nissan Leaf SV Plus is a five-door electric hatchback with a 62 kWh battery, offering around 226 miles of range for personal transport. Classified under HTS 8703.80.00 for its sole electric motor propulsion and principal design for carrying persons in urban settings. It meets the criteria for other electric passenger vehicles beyond station wagons or racing cars.
Chevrolet Bolt EV Compact Hatchback
The Chevrolet Bolt EV is an affordable electric hatchback with a 259-mile range, built for everyday passenger transport with front-wheel-drive electric motor. It qualifies for HTS 8703.80.00 as a finished motor vehicle using only electric propulsion for persons, not tractors or commercial chassis. Popular for its efficiency in city commuting.
Hyundai Kona Electric SUV
The Hyundai Kona Electric is a subcompact crossover SUV with dual electric motors providing 258 miles of range, optimized for family passenger transport. Under HTS 8703.80.00 for its exclusive electric propulsion and design as a motor car for persons, including SUV body styles. It includes advanced driver-assist features standard in modern EVs.
Rivian R1T Electric Pickup Truck
The Rivian R1T is an adventure-ready electric pickup truck with quad electric motors, 400+ miles range, and seating for five persons. Classified in HTS 8703.80.00 as it principally transports persons despite truck bed, powered solely by electric motors. Designed for both off-road and highway passenger use.
Fiat 500e City Car
The Fiat 500e is a retro-styled micro electric city car with 42 kWh battery and 118-mile range, ideal for urban passenger transport. It fits HTS 8703.80.00 for small electric vehicles designed solely for persons with electric motor propulsion. Compact size suits dense city parking.
BMW i3 Electric Hatchback
The BMW i3 features a carbon-fiber body and rear electric motor for 153-mile range, emphasizing sustainable passenger transport. Under HTS 8703.80.00 as a premium electric motor vehicle for persons with only electric propulsion. Known for its unique rear-hinged doors.
Kia Niro EV Crossover
The Kia Niro EV is a versatile electric crossover with 239-mile range and spacious interior for five passengers. Classified HTS 8703.80.00 for sole electric motor drive in a passenger-oriented vehicle. Offers competitive pricing in the EV market.
Volkswagen ID.4 Pro SUV
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro is a midsize electric SUV with 260-mile range, all-wheel drive option via dual motors, for family transport. HTS 8703.80.00 applies to its pure electric propulsion for passengers. Built on MEB platform for scalability.
Mini Cooper SE Electric Hardtop
The Mini Cooper SE is a sporty electric hardtop with 114 hp motor and 110-mile range, fun for urban passenger driving. Fits HTS 8703.80.00 as compact electric car solely propelled by electric motor. Retains iconic go-kart handling.