Sedan
Kia Optima
2400cc · Petrol · Auto · Sedan
CRSP Value
KES 5,117,446
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 2,091,400 | KES 1,626,063 |
| 2025 | 1 yr | 0% | KES 2,091,400 | KES 1,626,063 |
| 2024 | 2 yrs | 20% | KES 1,673,120 | KES 1,300,851 |
| 2023 | 3 yrs | 30% | KES 1,463,980 | KES 1,138,244 |
| 2022 | 4 yrs | 40% | KES 1,254,840 | KES 975,638 |
| 2021 | 5 yrs | 50% | KES 1,045,700 | KES 813,032 |
| 2020 | 6 yrs | 55% | KES 941,130 | KES 731,728 |
| 2019 | 7 yrs | 60% | KES 836,560 | KES 650,425 |
| 2018 | 8 yrs | 65% | KES 731,990 | KES 569,122 |
How KRA calculated this
Source: KRA CRSP July 2025 (Excel)
Frequently asked questions
How much is import duty on a Kia Optima in Kenya?
KRA import duty on a Kia Optima depends on its year of manufacture. Based on the CRSP value of KES 5,117,446, total duty ranges from about KES 569,122 for a 2018 model to KES 1,626,063 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 Optima?
The official KRA CRSP (Current Retail Selling Price) for the Kia Optima is KES 5,117,446, 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 Optima 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 Optima you can import is a 2018 model.
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