Coupe
Volkswagen New Beetle
1800cc · Gasoline · AT · Coupe
CRSP Value
KES 698,898
July 2025
Based on the official KRA CRSP list (July 2025) · figures reviewed July 2025
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KRA Duty by Year of Manufacture
Tap any year for the full breakdown. Valid years under Kenya's 8-year rule — cars before 2018 cannot be imported.
| Year | Age | Depreciation | Customs Value | Total Duty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | New | 0% | KES 285,626 | KES 222,074 |
| 2025 | 1 yr | 0% | KES 285,626 | KES 222,074 |
| 2024 | 2 yrs | 20% | KES 228,501 | KES 177,659 |
| 2023 | 3 yrs | 30% | KES 199,938 | KES 155,953 |
| 2022 | 4 yrs | 40% | KES 171,376 | KES 134,389 |
| 2021 | 5 yrs | 50% | KES 142,813 | KES 112,824 |
| 2020 | 6 yrs | 55% | KES 128,532 | KES 102,041 |
| 2019 | 7 yrs | 60% | KES 114,250 | KES 91,259 |
| 2018 | 8 yrs | 65% | KES 99,969 | KES 80,477 |
How KRA calculated this
Source: KRA CRSP July 2025 (Excel)
Frequently asked questions
How much is import duty on a Volkswagen New Beetle in Kenya?
KRA import duty on a Volkswagen New Beetle depends on its year of manufacture. Based on the CRSP value of KES 698,898, total duty ranges from about KES 80,477 for a 2018 model to KES 222,074 for a 2026 model — typically 60–90% of the customs value once Import Duty, Excise, VAT, IDF and RDL are added. See the year-by-year table above for the exact figure.
What is the CRSP value of the Volkswagen New Beetle?
The official KRA CRSP (Current Retail Selling Price) for the Volkswagen New Beetle is KES 698,898, as listed in the KRA CRSP schedule dated July 2025. This CRSP is the basis KRA uses to calculate the customs value and import duty.
Can I import a Volkswagen New Beetle older than 8 years?
No. Under Kenya's 8-year rule, KRA does not allow the import of vehicles more than 8 years old. In 2026, the oldest Volkswagen New Beetle you can import is a 2018 model.
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