Toyota Camry import cost from the USA to Georgia in 2026

The Toyota Camry is one of the most-imported cars in Georgia — reliable, fuel-efficient, and cheap to maintain. This article breaks down the full cost of importing a Camry from US auctions in 2026, by year, engine, and condition.

Short answer: average total cost in 2026

A 2019–2021 Toyota Camry in average condition on Copart or IAAI:

• Auction price: $8,500 – $14,000
• Auction buyer fee: $600 – $1,200
• US inland transport: $400 – $900
• Ocean freight to Poti / Batumi: $1,200 – $1,800
• Excise + VAT + customs: $1,400 – $2,200 (2.5L petrol)
• Registration + plates: ~$70

Total: $12,200 – $20,200

For an exact estimate, use our calculator.

What drives the price

1. Vehicle age

Georgian excise tax rises sharply with age. A 6-year-old car pays 2–3x more excise than a 2-year-old one. Stick to 2018-and-newer models for the best ratio.

2. Engine size

2.5L is the sweet spot. A 3.5L V6 pays about 70% more excise. Hybrids are taxed by engine displacement, not by powertrain type.

3. Title type

A Clean Title costs $2,000–$4,000 more up front. A Salvage Title is cheaper, but factor in $1,500–$5,000 of repairs in Georgia.

How to save $1,500–$3,000

1. Choose a 2.5L 4-cylinder over the V6 → about $650 saved on excise
2. Pick a light-damage Salvage Title → about $3,000 cheaper, repairs often around $1,500
3. RoRo instead of a container → save $300–$500 on shipping
4. Avoid the November–December buying spike

Timing

The full process takes 35–50 days: auction purchase (3–5 days) → US inland transport (5–10 days) → ocean freight (22–35 days) → customs (2–5 days) → registration (1 day).

Bottom line

Budget $13,000–$17,000 for a 2018–2020 Clean Title Camry. Request a quote with a VIN or lot number and get an exact price within 2 hours.