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Is exporting a Hyundai Tucson or Kia Sportage from South Korea really cheaper than buying locally? We break down real numbers, export and customs costs, and your actual savings.
One question drives most of our conversations with clients: is exporting a car from South Korea genuinely more cost-effective than buying from a local dealer? The answer, in most cases, is a clear yes — but the details matter.
Take the Hyundai Tucson 2024 (2.0L petrol, full trim) as a concrete example. The average Korean market price sits between $28,000 and $31,000 USD. In destination markets like Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, or Russia, the same vehicle at a local dealership typically runs $38,000 to $55,000 USD, depending on the country and markup.
What does exporting through Carify actually cost? The total includes the Korean market purchase price, shipping from Korea to your destination, customs duties (calculated by engine displacement and vehicle age according to local regulations), applicable taxes such as VAT or excise duties, and documentation and compliance fees. Even after all of these costs are added up, clients regularly save 15–30% compared to local dealership prices.
