How much is import duty on a Mercedes-Benz S280 in Kenya?

For a 2023 Mercedes-Benz S280, import duty, excise duty, VAT, IDF and the Railway Development Levy come to about KES 2,311,085, depending on the version. KRA works duty out from its CRSP value for the exact model, less depreciation for the car's age, not from the price you pay.

What is the KRA CRSP value of a Mercedes-Benz S280?

KRA's Current Retail Selling Price list has 2 versions of the Mercedes-Benz S280, valued from KES 8,288,977 when new.

Can Seaways import a Mercedes-Benz S280 for me?

Yes. Seaways Kenya has imported and cleared cars since 1987. We find the Mercedes-Benz S280 at auction in Japan or from our partners abroad, ship it to Mombasa, clear it through KRA as a licensed agent and deliver it to your town.

How old can an imported Mercedes-Benz S280 be?

Kenya only allows cars up to 8 years old from the year of manufacture, so check the year before you buy.

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Mercedes-Benz S280 in Kenya

Specifications, KRA values and estimated import duty for the Mercedes-Benz S280. When you're ready, import one from the Japanese auctions with Seaways.

Mercedes-Benz S280

Mercedes-Benz S280 specifications

Make: Mercedes-Benz
Model: S280
Body type: Saloon
Engine size: 2,800cc
Fuel: Petrol
Drive: 2WD
Versions on KRA list: 2
KRA value (new): KES 8,288,977

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KRA values and import duty

KRA lists these versions of the Mercedes-Benz S280. Estimates for a 2023 car delivered to Nairobi on a car carrier, duty paid. Click Get my quote for your exact year and town.

Version	Engine	Gearbox & drive	Body & seats	KRA value (new)	Import duty (2023)	Duty + clearing + delivery	Quote
Mercedes-Benz S280 SEDAN	2,800cc Petrol	, 2WD	Saloon	KES 8,288,977	KES 2,311,085	KES 2,469,571	Get my quote
Mercedes-Benz S280 SEDAN	2,800cc Petrol	, 2WD	Saloon	KES 8,288,977	KES 2,311,085	KES 2,469,571	Get my quote

The car's own price and shipping are not included. KRA makes the final duty assessment at clearance.

Mercedes-Benz S280 questions

How much is import duty on a Mercedes-Benz S280 in Kenya?: For a 2023 Mercedes-Benz S280, import duty, excise duty, VAT, IDF and the Railway Development Levy come to about KES 2,311,085, depending on the version. KRA works duty out from its CRSP value for the exact model, less depreciation for the car's age, not from the price you pay.
What is the KRA CRSP value of a Mercedes-Benz S280?: KRA's Current Retail Selling Price list has 2 versions of the Mercedes-Benz S280, valued from KES 8,288,977 when new.
Can Seaways import a Mercedes-Benz S280 for me?: Yes. Seaways Kenya has imported and cleared cars since 1987. We find the Mercedes-Benz S280 at auction in Japan or from our partners abroad, ship it to Mombasa, clear it through KRA as a licensed agent and deliver it to your town.
How old can an imported Mercedes-Benz S280 be?: Kenya only allows cars up to 8 years old from the year of manufacture, so check the year before you buy.

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