Mercedes-Benz CLS 2020 price in Kenya
No 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS is listed on Cada right now. Imported to arrive in 2026, it is 6 years old to KRA, which takes 55% off its CRSP value: about KES 4,700,000 – KES 8,300,000 landed across 4 KRA versions.
Import duty on a Mercedes-Benz CLS 2020, by version
KRA treats a Mercedes-Benz CLS 2020 landing in 2026 as 6 years old and takes 55% 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 2,295,741 | KES 803,509 | KES 774,813 | KES 619,850 | KES 57,394 | KES 45,915 | KES 2,301,481 | KES 4,702,222 |
| CLS-CLASS CLS220D SPORTS EXCLUSIVE PACKAGE | 2,000 cc · Diesel | KES 15,174,811 | KES 2,790,770 | KES 976,770 | KES 941,885 | KES 753,508 | KES 69,769 | KES 55,815 | KES 2,797,747 | KES 5,693,517 |
| CLS-CLASS CLS450 4MATIC SPORT | 3,000 cc · Diesel | KES 17,755,762 | KES 3,023,544 | KES 1,058,240 | KES 1,428,624 | KES 881,665 | KES 75,589 | KES 60,471 | KES 3,504,589 | KES 6,633,133 |
| AMG CLS-CLASS CLS53 4MATIC+ | 3,000 cc · Hybrid | KES 22,096,247 | KES 4,063,678 | KES 1,422,287 | KES 1,371,491 | KES 1,097,193 | KES 101,592 | KES 81,274 | KES 4,073,837 | KES 8,242,515 |
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.
2020 against nearby years
| Model year | KRA duty and taxes | Landed cost | From-price vs 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | KES 3,050,000 – KES 5,500,000 | KES 6,200,000 – KES 11,000,000 | +KES 1,500,000 |
| 2021 | KES 2,550,000 – KES 4,550,000 | KES 5,200,000 – KES 9,200,000 | +KES 500,000 |
| 2020 | KES 2,300,000 – KES 4,100,000 | KES 4,700,000 – KES 8,300,000 | – |
| 2019 | KES 2,000,000 – KES 3,650,000 | KES 4,150,000 – KES 7,400,000 | −KES 550,000 |
Mercedes-Benz CLS 2020 questions
How much is a 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS in Kenya?
No 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS is listed on Cada right now. Imported from Japan, the estimate is KES 4,700,000 – 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 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS?
KRA values a 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS at its CRSP value less 55% depreciation for a 6-year-old car, then charges import duty, excise duty, VAT, IDF and RDL on that value: about KES 2,300,000 – KES 4,100,000 in total, depending on the version. The final KRA assessment may differ.
Can a 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS be imported into Kenya?
Yes. Kenya admits cars first registered within 8 years, so a 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS can land up to the end of 2027. Cada can import one for you.
What engine and fuel does a 2020 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 2020 depends on the car; a 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS's export certificate and chassis number confirm it.