Hatchback
Volkswagen Golf R Base Grade
2000cc · Gasoline · AT · Hatchback
CRSP Value
KES 8,211,580
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 3,355,912 | KES 2,609,221 |
| 2025 | 1 yr | 0% | KES 3,355,912 | KES 2,609,221 |
| 2024 | 2 yrs | 20% | KES 2,684,729 | KES 2,087,377 |
| 2023 | 3 yrs | 30% | KES 2,349,138 | KES 1,826,455 |
| 2022 | 4 yrs | 40% | KES 2,013,547 | KES 1,565,533 |
| 2021 | 5 yrs | 50% | KES 1,677,956 | KES 1,304,611 |
| 2020 | 6 yrs | 55% | KES 1,510,160 | KES 1,174,150 |
| 2019 | 7 yrs | 60% | KES 1,342,365 | KES 1,043,688 |
| 2018 | 8 yrs | 65% | KES 1,174,569 | KES 913,227 |
How KRA calculated this
Source: KRA CRSP July 2025 (Excel)
Frequently asked questions
How much is import duty on a Volkswagen Golf R Base Grade in Kenya?
KRA import duty on a Volkswagen Golf R Base Grade depends on its year of manufacture. Based on the CRSP value of KES 8,211,580, total duty ranges from about KES 913,227 for a 2018 model to KES 2,609,221 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 Golf R Base Grade?
The official KRA CRSP (Current Retail Selling Price) for the Volkswagen Golf R Base Grade is KES 8,211,580, 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 Golf R Base Grade 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 Golf R Base Grade you can import is a 2018 model.
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