BYD Dolphin 2020 price in Kenya
No 2020 BYD Dolphin is listed on Cada right now. Imported to arrive in 2026, it is 6 years old to KRA, which takes 55% off its CRSP value: about KES 3,450,000 – KES 3,800,000 landed across 3 KRA versions.
Import duty on a BYD Dolphin 2020, by version
KRA treats a BYD Dolphin 2020 landing in 2026 as 6 years old and takes 55% off its CRSP value before charging tax.
| KRA model | Engine | CRSP value | Customs value | Import duty (25%) | Excise duty | VAT (16%) | Import declaration fee (2.5%) | Railway development levy (2%) | Total taxes | Landed cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DOLPHIN 44.9 ACTIVE | 44.9 kWh · Electric | KES 9,766,905 | KES 2,041,150 | KES 510,288 | KES 255,144 | KES 449,053 | KES 51,029 | KES 40,823 | KES 1,306,337 | KES 3,452,487 |
| DOLPHIN 44.9 BOOST | 44.9 kWh · Electric | KES 10,743,922 | KES 2,245,334 | KES 561,334 | KES 280,667 | KES 493,974 | KES 56,133 | KES 44,907 | KES 1,437,015 | KES 3,787,349 |
| DOLPHIN 60.4 KWH | 60.5 kWh · Electric | KES 10,743,922 | KES 2,245,334 | KES 561,334 | KES 280,667 | KES 493,974 | KES 56,133 | KES 44,907 | KES 1,437,015 | KES 3,787,349 |
Landed cost is KRA's customs value plus these taxes and KES 105,000 for port, clearing and registration. The car's own price, shipping and Cada's service fee are not included. Estimate — final KRA assessment may differ.
2020 against nearby years
| Model year | KRA duty and taxes | Landed cost | From-price vs 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | KES 1,700,000 – KES 1,950,000 | KES 4,550,000 – KES 5,100,000 | +KES 1,100,000 |
| 2021 | KES 1,450,000 – KES 1,600,000 | KES 3,800,000 – KES 4,200,000 | +KES 350,000 |
| 2020 | KES 1,300,000 – KES 1,450,000 | KES 3,450,000 – KES 3,800,000 | – |
| 2019 | KES 1,150,000 – KES 1,300,000 | KES 3,050,000 – KES 3,400,000 | −KES 400,000 |
BYD Dolphin 2020 questions
How much is a 2020 BYD Dolphin in Kenya?
No 2020 BYD Dolphin is listed on Cada right now. Imported from Japan, the estimate is KES 3,450,000 – KES 3,800,000 with KRA taxes, port, clearing and registration (based on KRA's values; the car's own price and shipping differ).
What is the import duty on a 2020 BYD Dolphin?
KRA values a 2020 BYD Dolphin at its CRSP value less 55% depreciation for a 6-year-old car, then charges import duty, excise duty, VAT, IDF and RDL on that value: about KES 1,300,000 – KES 1,450,000 in total, depending on the version. The final KRA assessment may differ.
Can a 2020 BYD Dolphin be imported into Kenya?
Yes. Kenya admits cars first registered within 8 years, so a 2020 BYD Dolphin can land up to the end of 2027. Cada can import one for you.
What engine and fuel does a 2020 BYD Dolphin have?
KRA lists 3 versions of the BYD Dolphin with 44.9 kWh, 60.5 kWh engines (electric). Which of them were built in 2020 depends on the car; a 2020 BYD Dolphin's export certificate and chassis number confirm it.