Mercedes-Benz GLS 2020 price in Kenya
No 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS 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 10,100,000 – KES 11,200,000 landed across 4 KRA versions.
Import duty on a Mercedes-Benz GLS 2020, by version
KRA treats a Mercedes-Benz GLS 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLS GLS450D 4MATIC AMG LINE PACKAGE | 3,000 cc · Hybrid | KES 27,244,464 | KES 5,010,476 | KES 1,753,667 | KES 1,691,036 | KES 1,352,829 | KES 125,262 | KES 100,210 | KES 5,023,004 | KES 10,138,480 |
| GLS GLS400D 4MATIC AMG LINE PACKAGE | 3,000 cc · Diesel | KES 27,320,804 | KES 4,652,329 | KES 1,628,315 | KES 2,198,225 | KES 1,356,619 | KES 116,308 | KES 93,047 | KES 5,392,514 | KES 10,149,843 |
| GLS GLS400D 4MATIC AMG LINE | 3,000 cc · Diesel | KES 29,506,469 | KES 5,024,516 | KES 1,758,581 | KES 2,374,084 | KES 1,465,149 | KES 125,613 | KES 100,490 | KES 5,823,917 | KES 10,953,433 |
| GLS GLS400D 4MATIC | 3,000 cc · Diesel | KES 30,030,294 | KES 5,113,715 | KES 1,789,800 | KES 2,416,230 | KES 1,491,159 | KES 127,843 | KES 102,274 | KES 5,927,306 | KES 11,146,021 |
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 6,600,000 – KES 8,000,000 | KES 13,400,000 – KES 14,900,000 | +KES 3,300,000 |
| 2021 | KES 5,500,000 – KES 6,600,000 | KES 11,200,000 – KES 12,400,000 | +KES 1,100,000 |
| 2020 | KES 5,000,000 – KES 6,000,000 | KES 10,100,000 – KES 11,200,000 | – |
| 2019 | KES 4,450,000 – KES 5,300,000 | KES 9,000,000 – KES 10,000,000 | −KES 1,100,000 |
Mercedes-Benz GLS 2020 questions
How much is a 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS in Kenya?
No 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS is listed on Cada right now. Imported from Japan, the estimate is KES 10,100,000 – KES 11,200,000 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 GLS?
KRA values a 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS 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 5,000,000 – KES 6,000,000 in total, depending on the version. The final KRA assessment may differ.
Can a 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS be imported into Kenya?
Yes. Kenya admits cars first registered within 8 years, so a 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS can land up to the end of 2027. Cada can import one for you.
What engine and fuel does a 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS have?
KRA lists 4 versions of the Mercedes-Benz GLS with 3,000 cc engines (hybrid, diesel). Which of them were built in 2020 depends on the car; a 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS's export certificate and chassis number confirm it.