Hino Melpha 2023 price in Kenya
No 2023 Hino Melpha is listed on Cada right now. Imported to arrive in 2026, it is 3 years old to KRA, which takes 30% off its CRSP value: about KES 33,300,000 – KES 42,000,000 landed across 2 KRA versions.
Import duty on a Hino Melpha 2023, by version
KRA treats a Hino Melpha 2023 landing in 2026 as 3 years old and takes 30% off its CRSP value before charging tax.
| KRA model | Engine | CRSP value | Customs value | Import duty (35%) | Excise duty | VAT (16%) | Import declaration fee (2.5%) | Railway development levy (2%) | Total taxes | Landed cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MELPHA | 5,120 cc · Diesel | KES 58,135,946 | KES 15,399,522 | KES 5,389,833 | KES 7,276,274 | KES 4,490,501 | KES 384,988 | KES 307,990 | KES 17,849,586 | KES 33,354,108 |
| MELPHA | 5,120 cc · Diesel | KES 73,202,697 | KES 19,390,526 | KES 6,786,684 | KES 9,162,024 | KES 5,654,277 | KES 484,763 | KES 387,811 | KES 22,475,559 | KES 41,971,085 |
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.
2023 against nearby years
| Model year | KRA duty and taxes | Landed cost | From-price vs 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | KES 25,400,000 – KES 32,200,000 | KES 47,600,000 – KES 60,000,000 | +KES 14,300,000 |
| 2024 | KES 20,300,000 – KES 25,700,000 | KES 38,100,000 – KES 48,000,000 | +KES 4,800,000 |
| 2023 | KES 17,800,000 – KES 22,500,000 | KES 33,300,000 – KES 42,000,000 | – |
| 2022 | KES 15,200,000 – KES 19,300,000 | KES 28,600,000 – KES 36,000,000 | −KES 4,700,000 |
| 2021 | KES 12,700,000 – KES 16,100,000 | KES 23,800,000 – KES 30,100,000 | −KES 9,500,000 |
Hino Melpha 2023 questions
How much is a 2023 Hino Melpha in Kenya?
No 2023 Hino Melpha is listed on Cada right now. Imported from Japan, the estimate is KES 33,300,000 – KES 42,000,000 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 2023 Hino Melpha?
KRA values a 2023 Hino Melpha at its CRSP value less 30% depreciation for a 3-year-old car, then charges import duty, excise duty, VAT, IDF and RDL on that value: about KES 17,800,000 – KES 22,500,000 in total, depending on the version. The final KRA assessment may differ.
Can a 2023 Hino Melpha be imported into Kenya?
Yes. Kenya admits cars first registered within 8 years, so a 2023 Hino Melpha can land up to the end of 2030. Cada can import one for you.
What engine and fuel does a 2023 Hino Melpha have?
KRA lists 2 versions of the Hino Melpha with 5,120 cc engines (diesel). Which of them were built in 2023 depends on the car; a 2023 Hino Melpha's export certificate and chassis number confirm it.