Sedan
Mercedes S-class
4000cc · Gasoline · AT · Sedan
CRSP Value
KES 24,642,303
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 10,070,826 | KES 7,830,067 |
| 2025 | 1 yr | 0% | KES 10,070,826 | KES 7,830,067 |
| 2024 | 2 yrs | 20% | KES 8,056,660 | KES 6,264,053 |
| 2023 | 3 yrs | 30% | KES 7,049,578 | KES 5,481,047 |
| 2022 | 4 yrs | 40% | KES 6,042,495 | KES 4,698,040 |
| 2021 | 5 yrs | 50% | KES 5,035,413 | KES 3,915,033 |
| 2020 | 6 yrs | 55% | KES 4,531,871 | KES 3,523,530 |
| 2019 | 7 yrs | 60% | KES 4,028,330 | KES 3,132,027 |
| 2018 | 8 yrs | 65% | KES 3,524,789 | KES 2,740,523 |
How KRA calculated this
Source: KRA CRSP July 2025 (Excel)
Frequently asked questions
How much is import duty on a Mercedes S-class in Kenya?
KRA import duty on a Mercedes S-class depends on its year of manufacture. Based on the CRSP value of KES 24,642,303, total duty ranges from about KES 2,740,523 for a 2018 model to KES 7,830,067 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 Mercedes S-class?
The official KRA CRSP (Current Retail Selling Price) for the Mercedes S-class is KES 24,642,303, 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 Mercedes S-class 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 Mercedes S-class you can import is a 2018 model.
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