Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from Beijing to Chisinau

The shipping cost of a fully loaded container (FCL) from China to Europe will range from $1500 to $3000, depending on the distance and the size of the container (20-foot or 40-foot). Shipping LCL will cost approximately $50 to $100 per cubic meter.

Driving costs include food, lodging, and fuel for one person. Like we said earlier, the cost to ship a car is almost always higher than the cost of driving that car the same distance. Even when you factor in additional costs like hotels, gas, and food, driving is still cheaper.

Importing a car from China involves significant costs beyond the purchase price, including shipping (around $1,500-$4,000+), insurance (1-2% of car value), export/customs fees, and potentially high import duties (e.g., 30% in the US) plus taxes (VAT/GST), often adding thousands to tens of thousands of dollars, depending heavily on your destination country's regulations and vehicle type. Expect total landed costs to significantly exceed the car's initial price due to compliance, modifications, and tariffs.