BYD Dolphin 2026 price in Kenya
No 2026 BYD Dolphin is listed on Cada right now. Imported to arrive in 2026, it is new to KRA, which takes 0% off its CRSP value: about KES 7,500,000 – KES 8,300,000 landed across 3 KRA versions.
Import duty on a BYD Dolphin 2026, by version
KRA treats a BYD Dolphin 2026 landing in 2026 as new and takes 0% 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 4,535,890 | KES 1,133,973 | KES 566,986 | KES 997,896 | KES 113,397 | KES 90,718 | KES 2,902,970 | KES 7,543,860 |
| DOLPHIN 44.9 BOOST | 44.9 kWh · Electric | KES 10,743,922 | KES 4,989,631 | KES 1,247,408 | KES 623,704 | KES 1,097,719 | KES 124,741 | KES 99,793 | KES 3,193,365 | KES 8,287,996 |
| DOLPHIN 60.4 KWH | 60.5 kWh · Electric | KES 10,743,922 | KES 4,989,631 | KES 1,247,408 | KES 623,704 | KES 1,097,719 | KES 124,741 | KES 99,793 | KES 3,193,365 | KES 8,287,996 |
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.
2026 against nearby years
| Model year | KRA duty and taxes | Landed cost | From-price vs 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | KES 2,900,000 – KES 3,200,000 | KES 7,500,000 – KES 8,300,000 | – |
| 2025 | KES 2,900,000 – KES 3,200,000 | KES 7,500,000 – KES 8,300,000 | Same |
| 2024 | KES 2,300,000 – KES 2,600,000 | KES 6,000,000 – KES 6,700,000 | −KES 1,500,000 |
BYD Dolphin 2026 questions
How much is a 2026 BYD Dolphin in Kenya?
No 2026 BYD Dolphin is listed on Cada right now. Imported from Japan, the estimate is KES 7,500,000 – KES 8,300,000 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 2026 BYD Dolphin?
KRA values a 2026 BYD Dolphin at its CRSP value less 0% depreciation for a 0-year-old car, then charges import duty, excise duty, VAT, IDF and RDL on that value: about KES 2,900,000 – KES 3,200,000 in total, depending on the version. The final KRA assessment may differ.
Can a 2026 BYD Dolphin be imported into Kenya?
Yes. Kenya admits cars first registered within 8 years, so a 2026 BYD Dolphin can land up to the end of 2033. Cada can import one for you.
What engine and fuel does a 2026 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 2026 depends on the car; a 2026 BYD Dolphin's export certificate and chassis number confirm it.