Mercedes-Benz GLS 2023 price in Kenya
No 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLS 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 15,700,000 – KES 17,300,000 landed across 4 KRA versions.
Import duty on a Mercedes-Benz GLS 2023, by version
KRA treats a Mercedes-Benz GLS 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLS GLS450D 4MATIC AMG LINE PACKAGE | 3,000 cc · Hybrid | KES 27,244,464 | KES 7,794,074 | KES 2,727,926 | KES 2,630,500 | KES 2,104,400 | KES 194,852 | KES 155,881 | KES 7,813,559 | KES 15,712,633 |
| GLS GLS400D 4MATIC AMG LINE PACKAGE | 3,000 cc · Diesel | KES 27,320,804 | KES 7,236,957 | KES 2,532,935 | KES 3,419,462 | KES 2,110,297 | KES 180,924 | KES 144,739 | KES 8,388,357 | KES 15,730,314 |
| GLS GLS400D 4MATIC AMG LINE | 3,000 cc · Diesel | KES 29,506,469 | KES 7,815,913 | KES 2,735,570 | KES 3,693,019 | KES 2,279,120 | KES 195,398 | KES 156,318 | KES 9,059,425 | KES 16,980,338 |
| GLS GLS400D 4MATIC | 3,000 cc · Diesel | KES 30,030,294 | KES 7,954,668 | KES 2,784,134 | KES 3,758,581 | KES 2,319,581 | KES 198,867 | KES 159,093 | KES 9,220,256 | KES 17,279,924 |
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 11,100,000 – KES 13,200,000 | KES 22,400,000 – KES 24,700,000 | +KES 6,700,000 |
| 2024 | KES 8,900,000 – KES 10,600,000 | KES 17,900,000 – KES 19,800,000 | +KES 2,200,000 |
| 2023 | KES 7,800,000 – KES 9,300,000 | KES 15,700,000 – KES 17,300,000 | – |
| 2022 | KES 6,600,000 – KES 8,000,000 | KES 13,400,000 – KES 14,900,000 | −KES 2,300,000 |
| 2021 | KES 5,500,000 – KES 6,600,000 | KES 11,200,000 – KES 12,400,000 | −KES 4,500,000 |
Mercedes-Benz GLS 2023 questions
How much is a 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLS in Kenya?
No 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLS is listed on Cada right now. Imported from Japan, the estimate is KES 15,700,000 – KES 17,300,000 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 GLS?
KRA values a 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLS 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 7,800,000 – KES 9,300,000 in total, depending on the version. The final KRA assessment may differ.
Can a 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLS be imported into Kenya?
Yes. Kenya admits cars first registered within 8 years, so a 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLS can land up to the end of 2030. Cada can import one for you.
What engine and fuel does a 2023 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 2023 depends on the car; a 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLS's export certificate and chassis number confirm it.