Mercedes-Benz CLS 2019 price in Kenya
No 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLS is listed on Cada right now. Imported to arrive in 2026, it is 7 years old to KRA, which takes 60% off its CRSP value: about KES 4,150,000 – KES 7,400,000 landed across 4 KRA versions.
Import duty on a Mercedes-Benz CLS 2019, by version
KRA treats a Mercedes-Benz CLS 2019 landing in 2026 as 7 years old and takes 60% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLS-CLASS CLS220D SPORTS | 2,000 cc · Diesel | KES 12,483,092 | KES 2,040,659 | KES 714,231 | KES 688,723 | KES 550,978 | KES 51,016 | KES 40,813 | KES 2,045,761 | KES 4,191,420 |
| CLS-CLASS CLS220D SPORTS EXCLUSIVE PACKAGE | 2,000 cc · Diesel | KES 15,174,811 | KES 2,480,684 | KES 868,239 | KES 837,231 | KES 669,785 | KES 62,017 | KES 49,614 | KES 2,486,886 | KES 5,072,570 |
| CLS-CLASS CLS450 4MATIC SPORT | 3,000 cc · Diesel | KES 17,755,762 | KES 2,687,595 | KES 940,658 | KES 1,269,889 | KES 783,703 | KES 67,190 | KES 53,752 | KES 3,115,192 | KES 5,907,787 |
| AMG CLS-CLASS CLS53 4MATIC+ | 3,000 cc · Hybrid | KES 22,096,247 | KES 3,612,158 | KES 1,264,255 | KES 1,219,103 | KES 975,283 | KES 90,304 | KES 72,243 | KES 3,621,188 | KES 7,338,346 |
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.
2019 against nearby years
| Model year | KRA duty and taxes | Landed cost | From-price vs 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | KES 2,550,000 – KES 4,550,000 | KES 5,200,000 – KES 9,200,000 | +KES 1,050,000 |
| 2020 | KES 2,300,000 – KES 4,100,000 | KES 4,700,000 – KES 8,300,000 | +KES 550,000 |
| 2019 | KES 2,000,000 – KES 3,650,000 | KES 4,150,000 – KES 7,400,000 | – |
Mercedes-Benz CLS 2019 questions
How much is a 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLS in Kenya?
No 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLS is listed on Cada right now. Imported from Japan, the estimate is KES 4,150,000 – KES 7,400,000 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 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLS?
KRA values a 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLS at its CRSP value less 60% depreciation for a 7-year-old car, then charges import duty, excise duty, VAT, IDF and RDL on that value: about KES 2,000,000 – KES 3,650,000 in total, depending on the version. The final KRA assessment may differ.
Can a 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLS be imported into Kenya?
Yes. Kenya admits cars first registered within 8 years, so a 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLS can land up to the end of 2026. Cada can import one for you.
What engine and fuel does a 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLS have?
KRA lists 4 versions of the Mercedes-Benz CLS with 2,000 cc, 3,000 cc engines (diesel, hybrid). Which of them were built in 2019 depends on the car; a 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLS's export certificate and chassis number confirm it.