How much does it cost to import a car from Germany to Spain?
Full price breakdown at every stage: vehicle cost, transport, IEDMT tax, ITV and DGT registration. No hidden costs.
What is included in the total cost of importing a car from Germany to Spain?
The total import cost is not just the purchase price of the vehicle. When bringing a car from Germany to Spain you also need to factor in transport, document preparation, ITV inspection and DGT registration.
Main cost components:
Vehicle purchase
auction or dealership price
Transport from Germany
car transporter or self-drive
Transit plates and insurance
for self-drive collection
ITV inspection in Spain
€100–150
DGT registration
approx. €100
IEDMT registration tax
based on CO₂ emissions
The most common mistake when calculating costs
Comparing only the vehicle price in Germany to the Spanish market price. The real cost is the sum of all components above. That is exactly what we calculate upfront — before you make any purchase decision.
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How much does car transport from Germany to Spain cost?
Transport cost depends on the distance and method of delivery. The most common option is a car transporter. The average cost is €1,200–1,700.
The alternative is self-collection on German transit plates. In this case costs include transit plates, insurance, fuel and motorway tolls.
🚛 Car transporter
- ✓ No additional mileage on the vehicle
- ✓ Safer for the bodywork and mechanics
- ✓ No need to travel to Germany
- — Delivery from 15 working days
🚗 Self-collection
- ✓ Faster — possible within a week
- — Adds mileage to the vehicle
- — Requires travel to Germany
- — Additional travel expenses
Taxes and mandatory fees when importing a car from Germany to Spain
There are no customs duties between Germany and Spain — both are EU members. However, when registering the vehicle in Spain the following are mandatory: the IEDMT registration tax (calculated individually based on CO₂ emissions), ITV inspection (€100–150) and DGT registration (approx. €100).
Which documents are required, how the IEDMT is calculated, what a CoC and ficha reducida are, and which mistakes most commonly delay registration — full breakdown on a dedicated page.
Taxes and documentation →When is buying a car in Germany cheaper than in Spain?
German market prices are on average 10–20% lower than in Spain. The difference depends on the specific model, year and specification — it varies case by case. The saving is most significant in the mid-range and premium segments.
The best value models to import:
- →Huge selection — the German market is significantly larger than the Spanish one
- →2–4 year-old lease returns with full service history
- →Verified mileage and single corporate owner
- →High-spec configurations that are rarely available in Spain
At the client's request, the final vehicle inspection and handover take place at our Alicante premises. We also deliver anywhere in Spain after registration. → Cars from Germany to Alicante
How long does the whole import process take?
The full process from enquiry to vehicle collection typically takes 5–6 weeks. Self-collection is considerably faster; car transporter delivery is safer.
Get an accurate cost estimate
The estimate is free and without obligation. We typically respond within one business day.
To prepare the estimate, we need:
- car model
- year of manufacture
- engine
- approximate budget
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to import a car from Germany to Spain?
The total cost includes the auction vehicle price, transport to Spain (€1,200–1,700), IEDMT registration tax, ITV inspection (€100–150) and DGT registration (approx. €100). German prices are on average 10–20% lower than the Spanish market.
Are there customs duties between Germany and Spain?
No. Both countries are EU members. When registering in Spain, the IEDMT tax is payable — full details on the taxes and documentation page.
Is it worth importing a car from Germany to Spain?
Yes, especially for vehicles priced at €20,000 or more. Prices average 10–20% below Spanish levels. The best value is found in 2–4 year-old lease returns: Audi Q5/Q7, BMW 5-Series and X5, Mercedes E-Class, GLC and GLE, VW Passat and Tiguan.
How long does the whole process take?
5–6 weeks from enquiry to collection: vehicle search 3–10 days, purchase and paperwork 1–3 days, car transporter delivery from 15 working days, ITV and registration 2–5 days.
How much does it cost to transport a car from Germany to Spain?
Car transporter delivery costs €1,200–1,700. The alternative is self-collection on transit plates, which is faster but adds mileage to the vehicle.
What is the IEDMT registration tax in Spain?
The IEDMT depends on CO₂ emissions: 0% below 120 g/km, 4.75% for 120–160 g/km, 9.75% for 160–200 g/km, and 14.75% above 200 g/km. Regional discounts may apply.
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