Lexus LS500 2021 price in Kenya
No 2021 Lexus LS500 is listed on Cada right now. Imported to arrive in 2026, it is 5 years old to KRA, which takes 50% off its CRSP value: about KES 8,500,000 – KES 8,900,000 landed across 2 KRA versions.
Import duty on a Lexus LS500 2021, by version
KRA treats a Lexus LS500 2021 landing in 2026 as 5 years old and takes 50% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LS500 I PACKAGE | 3,456 cc · Petrol | KES 20,619,036 | KES 3,901,241 | KES 1,365,434 | KES 1,843,336 | KES 1,137,602 | KES 97,531 | KES 78,025 | KES 4,521,928 | KES 8,528,169 |
| LS500 F SPORT | 2,487 cc · Petrol | KES 21,273,337 | KES 4,347,042 | KES 1,521,465 | KES 1,467,127 | KES 1,173,701 | KES 108,676 | KES 86,941 | KES 4,357,910 | KES 8,809,952 |
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.
2021 against nearby years
| Model year | KRA duty and taxes | Landed cost | From-price vs 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | KES 6,100,000 – KES 6,400,000 | KES 11,800,000 – KES 12,300,000 | +KES 3,300,000 |
| 2022 | KES 5,200,000 – KES 5,500,000 | KES 10,200,000 – KES 10,600,000 | +KES 1,700,000 |
| 2021 | KES 4,350,000 – KES 4,550,000 | KES 8,500,000 – KES 8,900,000 | – |
| 2020 | KES 3,900,000 – KES 4,100,000 | KES 7,600,000 – KES 8,000,000 | −KES 900,000 |
| 2019 | KES 3,450,000 – KES 3,650,000 | KES 6,800,000 – KES 7,100,000 | −KES 1,700,000 |
Lexus LS500 2021 questions
How much is a 2021 Lexus LS500 in Kenya?
No 2021 Lexus LS500 is listed on Cada right now. Imported from Japan, the estimate is KES 8,500,000 – KES 8,900,000 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 2021 Lexus LS500?
KRA values a 2021 Lexus LS500 at its CRSP value less 50% depreciation for a 5-year-old car, then charges import duty, excise duty, VAT, IDF and RDL on that value: about KES 4,350,000 – KES 4,550,000 in total, depending on the version. The final KRA assessment may differ.
Can a 2021 Lexus LS500 be imported into Kenya?
Yes. Kenya admits cars first registered within 8 years, so a 2021 Lexus LS500 can land up to the end of 2028. Cada can import one for you.
What engine and fuel does a 2021 Lexus LS500 have?
KRA lists 2 versions of the Lexus LS500 with 2,487 cc, 3,456 cc engines (petrol). Which of them were built in 2021 depends on the car; a 2021 Lexus LS500's export certificate and chassis number confirm it.