8703.24.01 - Of a cylinder capacity exceeding 3,000 cc

This HTS category, 8703.24.01, specifically covers motor cars and other motor vehicles designed primarily for transporting persons, which are equipped with spark-ignition internal combustion piston engines and have a cylinder capacity exceeding 3,000 cubic centimeters (cc). These vehicles are distinct from those classified under heading 8702, which are exclusively designed for transporting ten or more persons. The key defining characteristic of this classification is the engine's displacement volume.

To differentiate this category from its siblings, one must consider the engine's cylinder capacity. This classification is for vehicles with engines larger than 3,000 cc, whereas 8703.23.01 covers vehicles with capacities between 1,500 cc and 3,000 cc, 8703.22.01 is for those between 1,000 cc and 1,500 cc, and 8703.21.01 applies to engines not exceeding 1,000 cc. Therefore, the physical capability and often the intended performance of the engine are primary determinative factors for distinguishing among these similar categories.

Within this specific classification (8703.24.01), further subdivisions exist to account for specialized vehicle types. These include dedicated categories for ambulances, hearses, and prison vans, which, while sharing the characteristic engine size, have specific purposes and modifications. Additionally, a subcategory for motor homes is provided, recognizing their unique design for habitation and travel. The remaining vehicles that do not fit into these specialized types fall under an "Other" classification, ensuring comprehensive coverage for all passenger vehicles meeting the engine capacity criteria.