Mercedes-Benz EQS 2021 price in Kenya
No 2021 Mercedes-Benz EQS 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 4,800,000 – KES 8,700,000 landed across 4 KRA versions.
Import duty on a Mercedes-Benz EQS 2021, by version
KRA treats a Mercedes-Benz EQS 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 (25%) | Excise duty | VAT (16%) | Import declaration fee (2.5%) | Railway development levy (2%) | Total taxes | Landed cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EQS EQS450+ AMG LINE PACKAGE | EV · Electric | KES 12,425,007 | KES 2,885,175 | KES 721,294 | KES 360,647 | KES 634,739 | KES 72,129 | KES 57,704 | KES 1,846,513 | KES 4,836,688 |
| EQS SUV EQS450 4MATIC SUV AMG LINE PACKAGE | EV · Electric | KES 17,177,275 | KES 3,988,686 | KES 997,172 | KES 498,586 | KES 877,511 | KES 99,717 | KES 79,774 | KES 2,552,760 | KES 6,646,446 |
| EQS EQS450+ | EV · Electric | KES 17,503,571 | KES 4,064,454 | KES 1,016,114 | KES 508,057 | KES 894,180 | KES 101,611 | KES 81,289 | KES 2,601,251 | KES 6,770,705 |
| EQS SUV EQS580 4MATIC SUV SPORT | EV · Electric | KES 22,555,342 | KES 5,237,511 | KES 1,309,378 | KES 654,689 | KES 1,152,252 | KES 130,938 | KES 104,750 | KES 3,352,007 | KES 8,694,518 |
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 2,550,000 – KES 4,700,000 | KES 6,700,000 – KES 12,200,000 | +KES 1,900,000 |
| 2022 | KES 2,200,000 – KES 4,050,000 | KES 5,700,000 – KES 10,500,000 | +KES 900,000 |
| 2021 | KES 1,800,000 – KES 3,400,000 | KES 4,800,000 – KES 8,700,000 | – |
| 2020 | KES 1,650,000 – KES 3,050,000 | KES 4,350,000 – KES 7,900,000 | −KES 450,000 |
| 2019 | KES 1,450,000 – KES 2,700,000 | KES 3,850,000 – KES 7,000,000 | −KES 950,000 |
Mercedes-Benz EQS 2021 questions
How much is a 2021 Mercedes-Benz EQS in Kenya?
No 2021 Mercedes-Benz EQS is listed on Cada right now. Imported from Japan, the estimate is KES 4,800,000 – KES 8,700,000 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 Mercedes-Benz EQS?
KRA values a 2021 Mercedes-Benz EQS 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 1,800,000 – KES 3,400,000 in total, depending on the version. The final KRA assessment may differ.
Can a 2021 Mercedes-Benz EQS be imported into Kenya?
Yes. Kenya admits cars first registered within 8 years, so a 2021 Mercedes-Benz EQS can land up to the end of 2028. Cada can import one for you.
What engine and fuel does a 2021 Mercedes-Benz EQS have?
KRA lists 4 versions of the Mercedes-Benz EQS with EV engines (electric). Which of them were built in 2021 depends on the car; a 2021 Mercedes-Benz EQS's export certificate and chassis number confirm it.