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.

Camry generations and the best years

XV50 (2012–2017)

Reliable and cheap. The 2015 facelift improved styling and safety. A budget pick, but over 6 years old, so excise is high.

XV70 (2018–2024)

TNGA platform, modern design, better handling, and Toyota Safety Sense as standard. This is the most in-demand generation — the best balance of price, equipment and excise. The 2018–2020 years are especially popular.

New generation (2025+)

From 2025 the Camry is hybrid-only. Still rare and expensive at auction.

For balance, pick a 2018–2020 XV70 2.5L. On a tight budget, a 2015–2017 XV50.

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).

Reliability and mileage

The Camry is famous for durability — with proper care 300,000+ km is normal. The 2.5L petrol is a simple, long-lived engine. At auction, 80,000–150,000 km (50,000–90,000 miles) is a good balance between price and remaining life.

Common mechanical problems

• XV50: some 2.5L engines show higher oil consumption — check the oil level and colour.
• XV70: early 2018–2019 cars had minor infotainment and transmission glitches (mostly fixed via software).
• General: on salvage lots check airbag status, the A/C and the hybrid battery (on hybrids).

Camry vs the rivals — Honda Accord, Hyundai Sonata

The Honda Accord is sportier to drive, but the Camry beats it on resale value and parts availability in Georgia. The Hyundai Sonata is cheaper and well equipped, but loses value faster. If reliability and resale price matter most, the Camry leads.

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.