Autka's import calculator helps you estimate what a car from the USA may cost after it lands in Poland. The tool is available both from any US listing detail page and as a standalone feature, so you can run estimates even without browsing the catalogue. All figures are indicative estimates, not official customs quotes.
What the calculator covers#
The calculator breaks down the landed cost into four main components:
| Component | Description |
|---|---|
| Shipping | Ocean freight and transport to destination |
| EU customs duty | Duty applied at EU border based on vehicle classification |
| Polish excise | Polish excise tax, calculated by drivetrain and engine capacity |
| VAT | Value-added tax on the total imported value |
Excise calculations are drivetrain-aware and engine-capacity aware. Electric and hydrogen vehicles follow separate tax paths. If engine capacity is missing for a non-exempt drivetrain, the calculator uses a deliberately conservative fallback rather than silently assuming a lower rate.
How to use the import calculator#
Open the calculator
Navigate to a US listing and tap Import estimate, or open the standalone import calculator from the app menu.
Review or enter vehicle details
When opened from a listing, make, model, price, and drivetrain are pre-filled. In standalone mode, enter the vehicle price, currency, drivetrain, and engine capacity manually.
Adjust shipping and defaults
Review the default shipping estimate. Adjust if you have specific quotes from a broker or logistics partner.
View the breakdown
The calculator shows a line-item breakdown of shipping, duty, excise, and VAT along with the total estimated landed cost in PLN.
Compare scenarios
Change drivetrain or engine capacity to compare how different configurations affect Polish excise.
Important limitations#
The result is an estimate, not a customs quote. Exact classification, valuation, shipping rates, tax rules, and available reliefs can change the final amount. Always confirm figures with your broker or customs office before purchasing.
Where the logic lives#
Import cost estimation is implemented in shared/src/commonMain/kotlin/com/autka/core/model/ImportCostEstimate.kt. Both the listing detail path and standalone tool reuse the same calculation logic, defaults, and localized numeric parsing so results are consistent.
Next steps#
Decode a US vehicle's VIN to verify make, model, and specifications before estimating import costs.
Browse US listings and trigger the import calculator directly from offer details.
Learn about partnerships with US auction brokers and logistics providers that can improve shipping estimates.