Mercedes-Benz GLS 2021 price in Kenya
No 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS 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 11,200,000 – KES 12,400,000 landed across 4 KRA versions.
Import duty on a Mercedes-Benz GLS 2021, by version
KRA treats a Mercedes-Benz GLS 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 (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 5,567,196 | KES 1,948,519 | KES 1,878,929 | KES 1,503,143 | KES 139,180 | KES 111,344 | KES 5,581,115 | KES 11,253,311 |
| GLS GLS400D 4MATIC AMG LINE PACKAGE | 3,000 cc · Diesel | KES 27,320,804 | KES 5,169,255 | KES 1,809,239 | KES 2,442,473 | KES 1,507,355 | KES 129,231 | KES 103,385 | KES 5,991,683 | KES 11,265,938 |
| GLS GLS400D 4MATIC AMG LINE | 3,000 cc · Diesel | KES 29,506,469 | KES 5,582,795 | KES 1,953,978 | KES 2,637,871 | KES 1,627,943 | KES 139,570 | KES 111,656 | KES 6,471,018 | KES 12,158,813 |
| GLS GLS400D 4MATIC | 3,000 cc · Diesel | KES 30,030,294 | KES 5,681,906 | KES 1,988,667 | KES 2,684,701 | KES 1,656,844 | KES 142,048 | KES 113,638 | KES 6,585,898 | KES 12,372,804 |
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 7,800,000 – KES 9,300,000 | KES 15,700,000 – KES 17,300,000 | +KES 4,500,000 |
| 2022 | KES 6,600,000 – KES 8,000,000 | KES 13,400,000 – KES 14,900,000 | +KES 2,200,000 |
| 2021 | KES 5,500,000 – KES 6,600,000 | KES 11,200,000 – KES 12,400,000 | – |
| 2020 | KES 5,000,000 – KES 6,000,000 | KES 10,100,000 – KES 11,200,000 | −KES 1,100,000 |
| 2019 | KES 4,450,000 – KES 5,300,000 | KES 9,000,000 – KES 10,000,000 | −KES 2,200,000 |
Mercedes-Benz GLS 2021 questions
How much is a 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS in Kenya?
No 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS is listed on Cada right now. Imported from Japan, the estimate is KES 11,200,000 – KES 12,400,000 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 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS?
KRA values a 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS 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 5,500,000 – KES 6,600,000 in total, depending on the version. The final KRA assessment may differ.
Can a 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS be imported into Kenya?
Yes. Kenya admits cars first registered within 8 years, so a 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS can land up to the end of 2028. Cada can import one for you.
What engine and fuel does a 2021 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 2021 depends on the car; a 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS's export certificate and chassis number confirm it.