Mercedes-Benz GLS 2022 price in Kenya
No 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS is listed on Cada right now. Imported to arrive in 2026, it is 4 years old to KRA, which takes 40% off its CRSP value: about KES 13,400,000 – KES 14,900,000 landed across 4 KRA versions.
Import duty on a Mercedes-Benz GLS 2022, by version
KRA treats a Mercedes-Benz GLS 2022 landing in 2026 as 4 years old and takes 40% 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 6,680,635 | KES 2,338,222 | KES 2,254,714 | KES 1,803,771 | KES 167,016 | KES 133,613 | KES 6,697,336 | KES 13,482,971 |
| GLS GLS400D 4MATIC AMG LINE PACKAGE | 3,000 cc · Diesel | KES 27,320,804 | KES 6,203,106 | KES 2,171,087 | KES 2,930,968 | KES 1,808,826 | KES 155,078 | KES 124,062 | KES 7,190,021 | KES 13,498,127 |
| GLS GLS400D 4MATIC AMG LINE | 3,000 cc · Diesel | KES 29,506,469 | KES 6,699,354 | KES 2,344,774 | KES 3,165,445 | KES 1,953,532 | KES 167,484 | KES 133,987 | KES 7,765,222 | KES 14,569,576 |
| GLS GLS400D 4MATIC | 3,000 cc · Diesel | KES 30,030,294 | KES 6,818,287 | KES 2,386,400 | KES 3,221,640 | KES 1,988,212 | KES 170,457 | KES 136,366 | KES 7,903,075 | KES 14,826,362 |
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.
2022 against nearby years
| Model year | KRA duty and taxes | Landed cost | From-price vs 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | KES 8,900,000 – KES 10,600,000 | KES 17,900,000 – KES 19,800,000 | +KES 4,500,000 |
| 2023 | KES 7,800,000 – KES 9,300,000 | KES 15,700,000 – KES 17,300,000 | +KES 2,300,000 |
| 2022 | KES 6,600,000 – KES 8,000,000 | KES 13,400,000 – KES 14,900,000 | – |
| 2021 | KES 5,500,000 – KES 6,600,000 | KES 11,200,000 – KES 12,400,000 | −KES 2,200,000 |
| 2020 | KES 5,000,000 – KES 6,000,000 | KES 10,100,000 – KES 11,200,000 | −KES 3,300,000 |
Mercedes-Benz GLS 2022 questions
How much is a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS in Kenya?
No 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS is listed on Cada right now. Imported from Japan, the estimate is KES 13,400,000 – KES 14,900,000 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 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS?
KRA values a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS at its CRSP value less 40% depreciation for a 4-year-old car, then charges import duty, excise duty, VAT, IDF and RDL on that value: about KES 6,600,000 – KES 8,000,000 in total, depending on the version. The final KRA assessment may differ.
Can a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS be imported into Kenya?
Yes. Kenya admits cars first registered within 8 years, so a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS can land up to the end of 2029. Cada can import one for you.
What engine and fuel does a 2022 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 2022 depends on the car; a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS's export certificate and chassis number confirm it.