Volkswagen Beetle 2021 price in Kenya
No 2021 Volkswagen Beetle 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 390,000 – KES 2,450,000 landed across 6 KRA versions.
Import duty on a Volkswagen Beetle 2021, by version
KRA treats a Volkswagen Beetle 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NEW BEETLE | 1,800 cc · Petrol | KES 698,898 | KES 142,814 | KES 49,985 | KES 48,200 | KES 38,560 | KES 3,570 | KES 2,856 | KES 143,171 | KES 390,985 |
| THE BEETLE EXCLUSIVE | 1,200 cc · Petrol | KES 2,425,053 | KES 516,188 | KES 180,666 | KES 139,371 | KES 133,796 | KES 12,905 | KES 10,324 | KES 477,062 | KES 1,098,250 |
| THE BEETLE BLACK STYLE | 1,200 cc · Petrol | KES 2,561,079 | KES 545,142 | KES 190,800 | KES 147,188 | KES 141,301 | KES 13,629 | KES 10,903 | KES 503,821 | KES 1,153,963 |
| THE BEETLE DESIGN | 2,000 cc · Petrol | KES 3,873,598 | KES 791,540 | KES 277,039 | KES 267,145 | KES 213,716 | KES 19,789 | KES 15,831 | KES 793,520 | KES 1,690,060 |
| THE BEETLE DESIGN MEISTER | 1,200 cc · Petrol | KES 4,289,363 | KES 913,019 | KES 319,557 | KES 246,515 | KES 236,655 | KES 22,825 | KES 18,260 | KES 843,812 | KES 1,861,831 |
| THE BEETLE 2.0 R LINE MEISTER | 2,000 cc · Diesel | KES 5,710,660 | KES 1,166,929 | KES 408,425 | KES 393,839 | KES 315,071 | KES 29,173 | KES 23,339 | KES 1,169,847 | KES 2,441,776 |
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 200,000 – KES 1,650,000 | KES 500,000 – KES 3,400,000 | +KES 110,000 |
| 2022 | KES 170,000 – KES 1,450,000 | KES 440,000 – KES 2,950,000 | +KES 50,000 |
| 2021 | KES 140,000 – KES 1,200,000 | KES 390,000 – KES 2,450,000 | – |
| 2020 | KES 120,000 – KES 1,100,000 | KES 360,000 – KES 2,250,000 | −KES 30,000 |
| 2019 | KES 110,000 – KES 940,000 | KES 330,000 – KES 2,000,000 | −KES 60,000 |
Volkswagen Beetle 2021 questions
How much is a 2021 Volkswagen Beetle in Kenya?
No 2021 Volkswagen Beetle is listed on Cada right now. Imported from Japan, the estimate is KES 390,000 – KES 2,450,000 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 Volkswagen Beetle?
KRA values a 2021 Volkswagen Beetle 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 140,000 – KES 1,200,000 in total, depending on the version. The final KRA assessment may differ.
Can a 2021 Volkswagen Beetle be imported into Kenya?
Yes. Kenya admits cars first registered within 8 years, so a 2021 Volkswagen Beetle can land up to the end of 2028. Cada can import one for you.
What engine and fuel does a 2021 Volkswagen Beetle have?
KRA lists 6 versions of the Volkswagen Beetle with 1,200 cc, 1,800 cc, 2,000 cc engines (petrol, diesel). Which of them were built in 2021 depends on the car; a 2021 Volkswagen Beetle's export certificate and chassis number confirm it.