Dominica's roads are steep, winding and often wet, and that should shape which car you buy. This guide covers the Japanese used cars that suit the Nature Isle, what they cost delivered to Roseau, and how import duty is worked out.
RHD cars for sale in Dominica, no conversion needed
Dominica drives on the left, so Japanese cars arrive right-hand drive and ready to register. There is no strict age limit on imported used vehicles, so any car in our stock can ship to Roseau. Right now that is 186 cars, delivered from about $3,000.
The right car for Dominica's roads
- 4WD SUVs: ground clearance and four-wheel drive matter on the roads up to the interior villages. The 2017 Mazda CX-5 XD L Package 4WD (diesel) and the 2013 Subaru Forester 2.0i-L EyeSight are good examples. For more space, the 2016 Land Cruiser Prado TX-L seats seven.
- Used SUVs for sale in Dominica on a budget: 4WD kei vehicles like the 2019 Suzuki Hustler are small, light and cheap to ship.
- Pickups and vans for farm and business use: Suzuki Carry 4WD trucks and Every 4WD vans are among the cheapest used vehicles to land in Roseau.
Toyota, Honda and Nissan used cars in Dominica
Toyota is the easiest brand to service on the island, and it is the largest part of our stock: Toyota used cars. Honda's Vezel hybrid comes in both 2WD and 4WD (Honda), and Nissan's X-Trail is a proper 4WD SUV (Nissan).
Car shipping from Japan to Roseau
Transit from Japan to the Port of Roseau takes about 32 to 42 days. Freight is $207 per m³ today, so the Japan to Dominica shipping cost is usually $2,000 to $3,500, depending on the car's size.
Import duty and landed cost of a car in Dominica
Dominica's Customs and Excise Division charges import duty and VAT on the CIF value (car + freight + insurance). The rate depends on the vehicle's value, engine size and type, and there can be an environmental or excise charge on top. Get a written estimate from a customs broker in Roseau before you commit.
An example of the landed cost of a car in Dominica, using the 2017 Mazda CX-5 XD L Package 4WD:
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Car price, FOB Japan | $9,198 |
| Freight to Roseau (14.1 m³) | $2,922 |
| Delivered to the port (C&F) | $12,120 |
| Insurance, duty, VAT and port/broker fees | assessed in Dominica |
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Japan car auction: what you see before you pay
Our cars come from Japanese auctions and dealer stock. Each has photos, recorded mileage and, for auction cars, an auction sheet that grades the body and interior. Ask us for it on WhatsApp before you buy.
Buying a Japanese used car online from Roseau
Press Buy Now on any car below, choose the Port of Roseau, and you get a proforma invoice at once. We confirm the car, send payment details on WhatsApp, ship it, and courier the documents your broker needs: Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice, Certificate of Origin and the customs declaration.
A car dealer in Roseau or direct import?
A car dealer in Roseau has the car on the ground today, which matters if you need one this week. Importing direct from a Japan car exporter means a six-week wait but usually a lower price and a far wider choice. If you are searching "used cars near me" in Roseau, compare the dealer's price with the delivered prices below plus duty.
Ready to buy? Pick a car in the list below and press Buy Now, or Inquiry Now on WhatsApp. Tell us your budget and the car you want and we reply 24/7.
See also: Dominica import page with delivered prices · Japanese used cars across the Eastern Caribbean
