Exporting a Dodge RAM 1500 from the US to the United Kingdom: 2026 Cost
The Dodge RAM 1500 brings American truck swagger to British driveways, and demand keeps prices firm.
By Marcus Lane, Vehicle import & export specialist · 6 min read
Importing a RAM 1500 into the UK stacks 10% duty and 20% VAT onto the CIF value.
US examples appeal for their lower base prices and far wider choice than the UK market offers.
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.
| Vehicle (purchase price) | $60,000 |
| Seller-side export documentation | $150 |
| Ocean freight | $1,900 |
| Marine insurance (~1.5%) | $900 |
| The UK charges 10% import duty on the CIF value | $6,280 |
| UK import VAT of 20% applies on the duty-inclusive value | $13,816 |
| Customs broker & port handling | $830 |
| Type-approval / inspection | $2,500 |
| Inland transport & registration | $1,500 |
| Estimated all-in landed cost | $87,876 |
Compliance & the fine print
The RAM needs UK IVA approval and DVLA registration before going on the road. Left-hand drive is permitted but can reduce resale value among UK buyers.
Frequently asked questions
Is a RAM 1500 practical to register in the UK?+
Yes, once it clears IVA approval and DVLA registration, though its size suits larger spaces.
What is the duty rate on a US pickup into the UK?+
The UK charges 10% import duty on the CIF value.
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