Export · USA → Australia

Exporting a Ford Bronco from the US to Australia: 2026 Cost

The Ford Bronco's off-road heritage strikes a chord in Australia, where adventure SUVs sell well.

Marcus Lane
By Marcus Lane, Vehicle import & export specialist · 6 min read
Ford Bronco — USA → Australia cost guide
Ford Bronco. Photo: UltraTech66 · CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

A Bronco entering Australia faces about 5% duty plus 10% GST on the customs value, duty and freight.

US-bought Broncos appeal because the model is scarce locally and US prices are competitive.

The full cost breakdown

Plug in your own purchase figure — everything below the vehicle scales only modestly with value. All amounts are researched 2026 estimates in USD.

Estimated landed cost — Ford Bronco, USA → Australia, 2026
Vehicle (purchase price)$55,000
Seller-side export documentation$150
Ocean freight$3,200
Marine insurance (~1.5%)$825
Australian duty of about 5% applies (an FTA may reduce it)$2,951
10% GST applies on the customs value plus duty and freight$6,198
Customs broker & port handling$830
Type-approval / inspection$2,500
Inland transport & registration$1,500
Estimated all-in landed cost$73,154

Compliance & the fine print

Import eligibility runs through SEVS or RAWS, and a right-hand-drive conversion may be required for road registration. Compliance plating must precede state registration.

Frequently asked questions

Will a Bronco need RHD conversion in Australia?+

A right-hand-drive conversion is commonly required unless an exemption applies.

What duty applies to a Bronco into Australia?+

Duty is about 5% of the customs value, though an FTA may reduce it.

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