Chile has no import age limit for used cars, which makes it one of the most flexible markets in Latin America.
Chile has no import age limit for used cars, which makes it one of the most flexible markets in Latin America. The import duty is a flat 6% plus VAT, and clearance is most often handled through the Iquique free trade zone, which also functions as a re-export hub for the region.
This combination — no age cap and a predictable 6% duty — makes Chile a popular destination for Chinese used SUVs, sedans and electric models. Left-hand drive is the standard, matching our export stock.
For the full process, documents and cost estimate, see our Chile used car import guide, or ask for a quote on the model you are considering.
"Chile is one of the more open used-car markets in South America, and it has a free-zone quirk that trade buyers use deliberately. The Iquique free-zone route Iquique's free zone lets units be held and traded in a low-friction area before final importation, which suits dealers who…"Read Full Chile Import Guide →
