Mercedes-Benz GLS 2024 price in Kenya
No 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS is listed on Cada right now. Imported to arrive in 2026, it is 2 years old to KRA, which takes 20% off its CRSP value: about KES 17,900,000 – KES 19,800,000 landed across 4 KRA versions.
Import duty on a Mercedes-Benz GLS 2024, by version
KRA treats a Mercedes-Benz GLS 2024 landing in 2026 as 2 years old and takes 20% 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 8,907,513 | KES 3,117,630 | KES 3,006,286 | KES 2,405,029 | KES 222,688 | KES 178,150 | KES 8,929,783 | KES 17,942,296 |
| GLS GLS400D 4MATIC AMG LINE PACKAGE | 3,000 cc · Diesel | KES 27,320,804 | KES 8,270,808 | KES 2,894,783 | KES 3,907,957 | KES 2,411,768 | KES 206,770 | KES 165,416 | KES 9,586,694 | KES 17,962,502 |
| GLS GLS400D 4MATIC AMG LINE | 3,000 cc · Diesel | KES 29,506,469 | KES 8,932,473 | KES 3,126,366 | KES 4,220,594 | KES 2,604,709 | KES 223,312 | KES 178,649 | KES 10,353,630 | KES 19,391,103 |
| GLS GLS400D 4MATIC | 3,000 cc · Diesel | KES 30,030,294 | KES 9,091,050 | KES 3,181,868 | KES 4,295,521 | KES 2,650,950 | KES 227,276 | KES 181,821 | KES 10,537,436 | KES 19,733,486 |
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.
2024 against nearby years
| Model year | KRA duty and taxes | Landed cost | From-price vs 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | KES 11,100,000 – KES 13,200,000 | KES 22,400,000 – KES 24,700,000 | +KES 4,500,000 |
| 2025 | KES 11,100,000 – KES 13,200,000 | KES 22,400,000 – KES 24,700,000 | +KES 4,500,000 |
| 2024 | KES 8,900,000 – KES 10,600,000 | KES 17,900,000 – KES 19,800,000 | – |
| 2023 | KES 7,800,000 – KES 9,300,000 | KES 15,700,000 – KES 17,300,000 | −KES 2,200,000 |
| 2022 | KES 6,600,000 – KES 8,000,000 | KES 13,400,000 – KES 14,900,000 | −KES 4,500,000 |
Mercedes-Benz GLS 2024 questions
How much is a 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS in Kenya?
No 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS is listed on Cada right now. Imported from Japan, the estimate is KES 17,900,000 – KES 19,800,000 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 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS?
KRA values a 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS at its CRSP value less 20% depreciation for a 2-year-old car, then charges import duty, excise duty, VAT, IDF and RDL on that value: about KES 8,900,000 – KES 10,600,000 in total, depending on the version. The final KRA assessment may differ.
Can a 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS be imported into Kenya?
Yes. Kenya admits cars first registered within 8 years, so a 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS can land up to the end of 2031. Cada can import one for you.
What engine and fuel does a 2024 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 2024 depends on the car; a 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS's export certificate and chassis number confirm it.