China's Used Car Exports Jumped 45.7% in 2024 - What Africa & Middle East Importers Should Prepare for in 2026

Africa and Middle East buyers should prepare for more China-sourced used-car offers in 2026, but headlines do not replace proof. Reporting cites 5.859 million Chinese vehicle exports in 2024, up 19.3%, and 436,000 used-car exports in another report. The title’s 45.7% figure was not confirmed. Focus on inspection, rules and landed cost.

Suitable Scope and Buyer Types

This guide covers dealers and fleets sourcing gasoline cars, hybrids or used EVs for Africa and the Middle East. Confirm age, LHD/RHD, emissions, inspection and quantity. Yijie Auto’s used gasoline category identifies Toyota Corolla, Chery Tiggo 7, Haval H6 and MG HS; its used EV category covers EVs.

Vehicle Selection

Compare 3-5 units by year, condition, mileage, fuel type, steering side, demand and parts. Yijie Auto’s inspection guide defines evidence requirements.

Cost and Compliance

Budget vehicle, transport, documents, port, freight, insurance, customs, tax, registration and delivery. Confirm Incoterm and responsibility. Ghana importers should check current CoC and pre-shipment verification with the Ghana Standards Authority; UAE buyers should confirm customs and registration requirements locally.

Risk Checklist for 2026

Check VIN across vehicle, invoice and export file. Treat “zero-mileage used” and “original condition” as claims needing evidence. For hybrids/EVs, request battery, charging, software and warranty data. For gasoline cars, check cooling, tyres, brakes and underbody. Confirm age limits, certificates, port and parts before payment.

Inquiry CTA

Send destination/port, new or used, quantity, LHD/RHD, fuel type, year range, budget, documents and shipping term. Request stock ID, VIN records, inspection file and lead time via Yijie Auto’s export contact. Ask suppliers to mark figures verified or pending.