Volkswagen Beetle 2026 price in Kenya
No 2026 Volkswagen Beetle is listed on Cada right now. Imported to arrive in 2026, it is new to KRA, which takes 0% off its CRSP value: about KES 670,000 – KES 4,800,000 landed across 6 KRA versions.
Import duty on a Volkswagen Beetle 2026, by version
KRA treats a Volkswagen Beetle 2026 landing in 2026 as new and takes 0% 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 285,629 | KES 99,970 | KES 96,400 | KES 77,120 | KES 7,141 | KES 5,713 | KES 286,344 | KES 676,973 |
| THE BEETLE EXCLUSIVE | 1,200 cc · Petrol | KES 2,425,053 | KES 1,032,377 | KES 361,332 | KES 278,742 | KES 267,592 | KES 25,809 | KES 20,648 | KES 954,123 | KES 2,091,500 |
| THE BEETLE BLACK STYLE | 1,200 cc · Petrol | KES 2,561,079 | KES 1,090,285 | KES 381,600 | KES 294,377 | KES 282,602 | KES 27,257 | KES 21,806 | KES 1,007,642 | KES 2,202,927 |
| THE BEETLE DESIGN | 2,000 cc · Petrol | KES 3,873,598 | KES 1,583,080 | KES 554,078 | KES 534,290 | KES 427,432 | KES 39,577 | KES 31,662 | KES 1,587,039 | KES 3,275,119 |
| THE BEETLE DESIGN MEISTER | 1,200 cc · Petrol | KES 4,289,363 | KES 1,826,038 | KES 639,113 | KES 493,030 | KES 473,309 | KES 45,651 | KES 36,521 | KES 1,687,624 | KES 3,618,662 |
| THE BEETLE 2.0 R LINE MEISTER | 2,000 cc · Diesel | KES 5,710,660 | KES 2,333,858 | KES 816,850 | KES 787,677 | KES 630,142 | KES 58,346 | KES 46,677 | KES 2,339,692 | KES 4,778,550 |
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.
2026 against nearby years
| Model year | KRA duty and taxes | Landed cost | From-price vs 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | KES 280,000 – KES 2,350,000 | KES 670,000 – KES 4,800,000 | – |
| 2025 | KES 280,000 – KES 2,350,000 | KES 670,000 – KES 4,800,000 | Same |
| 2024 | KES 220,000 – KES 1,900,000 | KES 560,000 – KES 3,850,000 | −KES 110,000 |
Volkswagen Beetle 2026 questions
How much is a 2026 Volkswagen Beetle in Kenya?
No 2026 Volkswagen Beetle is listed on Cada right now. Imported from Japan, the estimate is KES 670,000 – KES 4,800,000 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 2026 Volkswagen Beetle?
KRA values a 2026 Volkswagen Beetle at its CRSP value less 0% depreciation for a 0-year-old car, then charges import duty, excise duty, VAT, IDF and RDL on that value: about KES 280,000 – KES 2,350,000 in total, depending on the version. The final KRA assessment may differ.
Can a 2026 Volkswagen Beetle be imported into Kenya?
Yes. Kenya admits cars first registered within 8 years, so a 2026 Volkswagen Beetle can land up to the end of 2033. Cada can import one for you.
What engine and fuel does a 2026 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 2026 depends on the car; a 2026 Volkswagen Beetle's export certificate and chassis number confirm it.