Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from San Juan to Toronto, Ontario

Importing a car from the USA to Canada involves significant costs like the RIV fee ($310-$325 CAD + GST), GST/HST (5%+), potential duty (6.1% if non-NAFTA), a $100 AC excise tax, and mandatory safety/emissions inspections (costing hundreds of dollars), plus shipping ($800-$2,500+), with total expenses often adding thousands to the vehicle's price, though savings are possible on US-made cars.

Driving is usually cheaper for short distances, but for long cross-country moves, shipping can become more cost-effective when you factor in hidden driving costs like fuel, lodging, food, tolls, and vehicle wear-and-tear. While driving costs less upfront, the total expenses (gas, hotels, meals, wear/depreciation) for long trips often approach or exceed the price of professional auto transport, making shipping a potentially better value for saving time and avoiding hassle.

Get an Auto Transport Quote Now! Puerto Rico car import tax ranges from 6.6% to 13.5% of vehicle value, based on engine size, age, and environmental factors. Most vehicles pay between 6.6% and 11.5% excise tax plus registration fees between $200 and $500.