Lexus LS500 2023 price in Kenya
No 2023 Lexus LS500 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 11,800,000 – KES 12,300,000 landed across 2 KRA versions.
Import duty on a Lexus LS500 2023, by version
KRA treats a Lexus LS500 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LS500 I PACKAGE | 3,456 cc · Petrol | KES 20,619,036 | KES 5,461,738 | KES 1,911,608 | KES 2,580,671 | KES 1,592,643 | KES 136,543 | KES 109,235 | KES 6,330,700 | KES 11,897,438 |
| LS500 F SPORT | 2,487 cc · Petrol | KES 21,273,337 | KES 6,085,859 | KES 2,130,051 | KES 2,053,978 | KES 1,643,182 | KES 152,146 | KES 121,717 | KES 6,101,074 | KES 12,291,933 |
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 8,700,000 – KES 9,100,000 | KES 16,900,000 – KES 17,600,000 | +KES 5,100,000 |
| 2024 | KES 6,900,000 – KES 7,300,000 | KES 13,500,000 – KES 14,100,000 | +KES 1,700,000 |
| 2023 | KES 6,100,000 – KES 6,400,000 | KES 11,800,000 – KES 12,300,000 | – |
| 2022 | KES 5,200,000 – KES 5,500,000 | KES 10,200,000 – KES 10,600,000 | −KES 1,600,000 |
| 2021 | KES 4,350,000 – KES 4,550,000 | KES 8,500,000 – KES 8,900,000 | −KES 3,300,000 |
Lexus LS500 2023 questions
How much is a 2023 Lexus LS500 in Kenya?
No 2023 Lexus LS500 is listed on Cada right now. Imported from Japan, the estimate is KES 11,800,000 – KES 12,300,000 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 2023 Lexus LS500?
KRA values a 2023 Lexus LS500 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 6,100,000 – KES 6,400,000 in total, depending on the version. The final KRA assessment may differ.
Can a 2023 Lexus LS500 be imported into Kenya?
Yes. Kenya admits cars first registered within 8 years, so a 2023 Lexus LS500 can land up to the end of 2030. Cada can import one for you.
What engine and fuel does a 2023 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 2023 depends on the car; a 2023 Lexus LS500's export certificate and chassis number confirm it.