Mercedes-Benz CLS 2023 price in Kenya
No 2023 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 7,200,000 – KES 12,800,000 landed across 4 KRA versions.
Import duty on a Mercedes-Benz CLS 2023, by version
KRA treats a Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLS-CLASS CLS220D SPORTS | 2,000 cc · Diesel | KES 12,483,092 | KES 3,571,153 | KES 1,249,904 | KES 1,205,264 | KES 964,211 | KES 89,279 | KES 71,423 | KES 3,580,081 | KES 7,256,234 |
| CLS-CLASS CLS220D SPORTS EXCLUSIVE PACKAGE | 2,000 cc · Diesel | KES 15,174,811 | KES 4,341,198 | KES 1,519,419 | KES 1,465,154 | KES 1,172,123 | KES 108,530 | KES 86,824 | KES 4,352,050 | KES 8,798,248 |
| CLS-CLASS CLS450 4MATIC SPORT | 3,000 cc · Diesel | KES 17,755,762 | KES 4,703,291 | KES 1,646,152 | KES 2,222,305 | KES 1,371,480 | KES 117,582 | KES 94,066 | KES 5,451,585 | KES 10,259,876 |
| AMG CLS-CLASS CLS53 4MATIC+ | 3,000 cc · Hybrid | KES 22,096,247 | KES 6,321,276 | KES 2,212,447 | KES 2,133,431 | KES 1,706,745 | KES 158,032 | KES 126,426 | KES 6,337,081 | KES 12,763,357 |
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 5,100,000 – KES 9,100,000 | KES 10,300,000 – KES 18,200,000 | +KES 3,100,000 |
| 2024 | KES 4,050,000 – KES 7,300,000 | KES 8,200,000 – KES 14,600,000 | +KES 1,000,000 |
| 2023 | KES 3,550,000 – KES 6,400,000 | KES 7,200,000 – KES 12,800,000 | – |
| 2022 | KES 3,050,000 – KES 5,500,000 | KES 6,200,000 – KES 11,000,000 | −KES 1,000,000 |
| 2021 | KES 2,550,000 – KES 4,550,000 | KES 5,200,000 – KES 9,200,000 | −KES 2,000,000 |
Mercedes-Benz CLS 2023 questions
How much is a 2023 Mercedes-Benz CLS in Kenya?
No 2023 Mercedes-Benz CLS is listed on Cada right now. Imported from Japan, the estimate is KES 7,200,000 – KES 12,800,000 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS?
KRA values a 2023 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 3,550,000 – KES 6,400,000 in total, depending on the version. The final KRA assessment may differ.
Can a 2023 Mercedes-Benz CLS be imported into Kenya?
Yes. Kenya admits cars first registered within 8 years, so a 2023 Mercedes-Benz CLS can land up to the end of 2030. Cada can import one for you.
What engine and fuel does a 2023 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 2023 depends on the car; a 2023 Mercedes-Benz CLS's export certificate and chassis number confirm it.