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Saudi Arabia: Non-Propelled Vehicle Market 2025

Non-Propelled Vehicle Market Size in Saudi Arabia

In 2021, the Saudi non-propelled vehicle market decreased by -20.4% to $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Over the period under review, consumption recorded a mild curtailment. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Non-Propelled Vehicle Exports

Exports from Saudi Arabia

In 2021, the amount of vehicles not mechanically propelled exported from Saudi Arabia reduced dramatically to X units, dropping by -52.9% on 2020 figures. Overall, exports, however, saw a measured increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 1,031% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X units, and then reduced sharply in the following year.

In value terms, non-propelled vehicle exports dropped notably to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed strong growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 625%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X, and then shrank markedly in the following year.

Exports by Country

Oman (X units), Bahrain (X units) and Kuwait (X units) were the main destinations of non-propelled vehicle exports from Saudi Arabia, with a combined 74% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were in Oman (with a CAGR of +58.9%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Bahrain ($X), Oman ($X) and Kuwait ($X) constituted the largest markets for non-propelled vehicle exported from Saudi Arabia worldwide, together accounting for 75% of total exports.

Bahrain, with a CAGR of +34.3%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average non-propelled vehicle export price amounted to $X per unit, increasing by 9.6% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a resilient expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 an increase of 215% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per unit. From 2018 to 2021, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was Bahrain ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to Egypt ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to India (+264.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Non-Propelled Vehicle Imports

Imports into Saudi Arabia

In 2021, supplies from abroad of vehicles not mechanically propelled decreased by -30.3% to X units for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 84% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X units, and then fell rapidly in the following year.

In value terms, non-propelled vehicle imports contracted to $X in 2021. Overall, imports saw a pronounced contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by 24% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X units) constituted the largest non-propelled vehicle supplier to Saudi Arabia, accounting for a 77% share of total imports. Moreover, non-propelled vehicle imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, France (X units), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from China amounted to +2.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: France (+1.2% per year) and Italy (+1.4% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of non-propelled vehicle to Saudi Arabia, comprising 55% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by France ($X), with a 6.3% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from China totaled +2.0%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: France (-7.6% per year) and Italy (-9.6% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average non-propelled vehicle import price stood at $X per unit in 2021, picking up by 36% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, showed a noticeable slump. The import price peaked at $X per unit in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per unit), while the price for China ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (-0.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for vehicles not mechanically propelled in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 44% share of global consumption. Russia, Brazil, the UK, Italy, Germany, Japan, Mexico, South Korea, Thailand and France lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 28%.

What are the largest producers of vehicles not mechanically propelled in the world?

The country with the largest volume of non-propelled vehicle production was China, comprising approx. 58% of total volume. Moreover, non-propelled vehicle production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, sixfold. Brazil ranked third in terms of total production with a 3.8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of vehicles not mechanically propelled to Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of non-propelled vehicle to Saudi Arabia, comprising 60% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by France, with an 8.8% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of vehicles not mechanically propelled from Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, Bahrain remains the key foreign market for non-propelled vehicle exports from Saudi Arabia, comprising 71% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Kuwait, with a 25% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for vehicles not mechanically propelled in Saudi Arabia?

In 2021, the average non-propelled vehicle export price amounted to $77 per unit, rising by 13% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for vehicles not mechanically propelled in Saudi Arabia?

The average non-propelled vehicle import price stood at $25 per unit in 2021, picking up by 19% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the non-propelled vehicle market in Saudi Arabia. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 30991000 - Vehicles not mechanically propelled including industry trolleys, barrows, luggage trucks, hopper-trucks, hand pulled golf trolleys excluding shopping trolleys

Country coverage:

Saudi Arabia

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Saudi Arabia
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024