Sedan
Kia Cerato
1600cc · Petrol · Auto · Sedan
CRSP Value
KES 5,640,821
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 2,305,293 | KES 1,792,365 |
| 2025 | 1 yr | 0% | KES 2,305,293 | KES 1,792,365 |
| 2024 | 2 yrs | 20% | KES 1,844,234 | KES 1,433,892 |
| 2023 | 3 yrs | 30% | KES 1,613,705 | KES 1,254,656 |
| 2022 | 4 yrs | 40% | KES 1,383,176 | KES 1,075,419 |
| 2021 | 5 yrs | 50% | KES 1,152,646 | KES 896,183 |
| 2020 | 6 yrs | 55% | KES 1,037,382 | KES 806,564 |
| 2019 | 7 yrs | 60% | KES 922,117 | KES 716,946 |
| 2018 | 8 yrs | 65% | KES 806,852 | KES 627,328 |
How KRA calculated this
Source: KRA CRSP July 2025 (Excel)
Frequently asked questions
How much is import duty on a Kia Cerato in Kenya?
KRA import duty on a Kia Cerato depends on its year of manufacture. Based on the CRSP value of KES 5,640,821, total duty ranges from about KES 627,328 for a 2018 model to KES 1,792,365 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 Kia Cerato?
The official KRA CRSP (Current Retail Selling Price) for the Kia Cerato is KES 5,640,821, 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 Kia Cerato 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 Kia Cerato you can import is a 2018 model.
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