Tuminion Automobile Limited

2026 Price Guide

Car Prices in Kenya

Japan-import car prices in Kenya start at KES 589,000 CIF Mombasa (Nissan NOTE) and go up to KES 22,502,000. KRA import duty is charged on top and quoted per vehicle.

Compare 2,561 vehicles across 19 brands imported directly from Japanese auctions. Scroll for brand-by-brand tables.

Prices last updated: 31 August 2026

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Direct Import

How It Works

Understanding Car Import Prices from Japan to Kenya

Every price on this page is CIF Mombasa — the vehicle, inspection and sea freight to the port. It is the figure we control and quote to the shilling. KRA import duty is not included, because KRA does not tax the price you paid: it taxes its own CRSP valuation for that make, model and year, adjusted for age and engine size, at whatever rates the current Finance Act sets. We quote that figure for the specific vehicle you choose.

Tuminion sources vehicles directly from Japanese auctions — not through middlemen. About 90% of our cars come with the original auction inspection sheet showing verified mileage, interior and exterior condition grades, and full equipment specification. We handle the entire process from bidding to Nairobi delivery, typically in 6–10 weeks.

Why we don't publish a landed price

Two cars with the same CIF price can attract very different duty, and KRA revises the CRSP schedule and excise bands without notice. A single "landed" number would be wrong for most buyers most of the time. Send us the vehicle you want and we'll return the exact duty on KRA's current valuation — +254 716 121 416.

Import vs Local Dealer

Why Direct Import Is Cheaper Than Local Dealers in Kenya

A local dealer paid the same KRA duty you would on the same car, then added a margin, yard and finance costs. Importing directly removes that layer and gives you the Japan auction inspection sheet — verified mileage, condition grades, equipment list — which local used stock rarely comes with. The size of the saving depends on the model and on current duty, so compare a dealer's quote against our CIF price plus a per-vehicle duty quote.

You pay

CIF Mombasa + KRA duty at cost + port & transport

A dealer pays

The same, then adds margin, yard time and finance

You also get

The original Japan auction sheet for the exact car

Price by Brand

2026 Car Prices in Kenya — All Brands

Mini Cooper

37 vehicles · 1 models · From KES 707,000 CIF Mombasa

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Mini Cooper

KES 707,000 – 2,950,000

2018–2025

37

Jeep

29 vehicles · 1 models · From KES 1,852,000 CIF Mombasa

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BYD

23 vehicles · 1 models · From KES 2,933,000 CIF Mombasa

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BYD SEAL

KES 2,933,000 – 4,007,000

2024–2026

23

CIF = Cost, Inspection & Freight to Mombasa at today's exchange rate. KRA import duty, port charges and Mombasa→Nairobi transport are not included; duty is assessed on KRA's CRSP valuation for the model and year and is quoted per vehicle. Call +254 716 121 416 for a duty quote on any car listed.

How KRA Duty Is Assessed

What Gets Added to the CIF Price

Component
Charged on
Customs value
KRA CRSP for the make / model / year, depreciated for age — not the auction price
Import duty
Customs value
Excise duty
Customs value + import duty; rate depends on engine cc and fuel type
VAT
Customs value + import duty + excise
IDF and RDL levies
Customs value
Port, clearing, transport
Fixed charges, quoted with the vehicle
Your total
CIF + the above, quoted per vehicle

Duty stacks — each line is taxed on the lines above it — which is why a small CRSP change moves the total more than you'd expect. Rates last verified 13 Sep 2026. Call +254 716 121 416 for your vehicle's exact figure.

Why Japan?

Why Kenyans Import Cars from Japan

Lower Mileage

Japanese cars typically have 30,000–80,000 km — far less than locally available used vehicles with 150,000+ km.

Better Condition

Japan's strict vehicle inspection system (shaken) means cars are maintained to a higher standard than most markets worldwide.

Competitive Pricing

Auction-sourced vehicles cut out dealership markups. Even with shipping and duties, total cost is often lower than buying locally.

Verified History

Auction vehicles come with an independent inspection sheet (about 90% of our cars) — verified mileage, condition grades, and equipment list. No odometer fraud.

Popular Price Questions

How Much Does Each Model Cost in Kenya?

How much is a Nissan XTRAIL in Kenya?

A Nissan XTRAIL costs from KES 1,263,000 to KES 4,256,000 CIF Mombasa (2018–2026 models), plus KRA duty quoted per vehicle. 63 units in stock.

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How much is a BMW X3 in Kenya?

A BMW X3 costs from KES 2,274,000 to KES 7,613,000 CIF Mombasa (2018–2026 models), plus KRA duty quoted per vehicle. 50 units in stock.

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How much is a Land Rover Defender in Kenya?

A Land Rover Defender costs from KES 4,962,000 to KES 11,546,000 CIF Mombasa (2020–2025 models), plus KRA duty quoted per vehicle. 50 units in stock.

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How much is a Toyota Landrcuiser 300 in Kenya?

A Toyota Landrcuiser 300 costs from KES 7,752,000 to KES 10,950,000 CIF Mombasa (2021–2026 models), plus KRA duty quoted per vehicle. 49 units in stock.

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How much is a Toyota Hilux in Kenya?

A Toyota Hilux costs from KES 3,211,000 to KES 5,055,000 CIF Mombasa (2018–2026 models), plus KRA duty quoted per vehicle. 49 units in stock.

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How much is a Toyota Crown in Kenya?

A Toyota Crown costs from KES 2,250,000 to KES 5,815,000 CIF Mombasa (2018–2025 models), plus KRA duty quoted per vehicle. 49 units in stock.

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How much is a Subaru Forester in Kenya?

A Subaru Forester costs from KES 1,684,000 to KES 4,466,000 CIF Mombasa (2018–2026 models), plus KRA duty quoted per vehicle. 48 units in stock.

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How much is a Lexus NX in Kenya?

A Lexus NX costs from KES 2,343,000 to KES 5,730,000 CIF Mombasa (2018–2026 models), plus KRA duty quoted per vehicle. 48 units in stock.

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How much is a Volvo XC40 in Kenya?

A Volvo XC40 costs from KES 1,928,000 to KES 3,733,000 CIF Mombasa (2018–2025 models), plus KRA duty quoted per vehicle. 48 units in stock.

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How much is a Land Rover Rangerover in Kenya?

A Land Rover Rangerover costs from KES 6,100,000 to KES 22,502,000 CIF Mombasa (2019–2026 models), plus KRA duty quoted per vehicle. 48 units in stock.

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How much is a Toyota Alphard in Kenya?

A Toyota Alphard costs from KES 3,033,000 to KES 6,884,000 CIF Mombasa (2018–2026 models), plus KRA duty quoted per vehicle. 47 units in stock.

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How much is a Toyota Harrier in Kenya?

A Toyota Harrier costs from KES 2,527,000 to KES 4,719,000 CIF Mombasa (2020–2026 models), plus KRA duty quoted per vehicle. 47 units in stock.

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Common Questions

Car Prices in Kenya — Frequently Asked Questions

What are car prices in Kenya in 2026? add

Japan-import car prices in Kenya range from KES 589,000 to KES 22,502,000 CIF Mombasa in 2026 (vehicle, inspection and sea freight). KRA import duty is charged on top and is assessed on KRA's CRSP valuation for each model, not on the purchase price, so it is quoted per vehicle. Prices vary by brand, model, year, and mileage. Tuminion Automobile Limited stocks 2,561 vehicles across 19 brands.

How much does it cost to import a car from Japan to Kenya? add

Two parts: the CIF Mombasa price (vehicle + inspection + sea freight), which we publish for every car, and KRA import duties, which we quote per vehicle. KRA does not tax the price you paid — it applies import duty, excise duty, VAT, IDF and RDL to its own CRSP (Current Retail Selling Price) value for that make, model and year, adjusted for age and engine size. Because CRSP schedules and excise bands change, the same CIF price can attract very different duty. Tuminion handles the full process — auction bidding, shipping, customs clearance and delivery. Call +254716121416 for a duty quote on a specific vehicle.

Which are the cheapest cars to import from Japan to Kenya? add

The most affordable Japan imports to Kenya currently in stock include Nissan NOTE, Peugeot 208, Mini Cooper, Peugeot 2008. CIF Mombasa prices start from KES 589,000 (Nissan NOTE). Browse the full price list at tuminion.net/car-prices-kenya.

What brands of cars can I import from Japan to Kenya? add

Tuminion imports 19 brands from Japan to Kenya including Toyota, Subaru, Peugeot, Lexus, Volkswagen and more. We source from verified Japanese auctions with full inspection reports. Visit tuminion.net or call +254716121416.

How long does it take to import a car from Japan to Kenya? add

Importing a car from Japan to Kenya typically takes 6–10 weeks from auction purchase to Nairobi delivery. This includes auction processing (1–2 weeks), sea freight to Mombasa (3–5 weeks), and KRA customs clearance plus inland transport (1–3 weeks).

Is it cheaper to import a car from Japan than to buy locally in Kenya? add

Usually, for the same year and mileage — a local dealer has already paid the same KRA duty you would, then added a margin and holding costs. Importing directly removes that margin and gives you the Japan auction inspection sheet showing verified mileage and condition, which local used cars rarely have. The saving depends on the model and on current KRA duty, so compare a dealer quote against our CIF price plus a per-vehicle duty quote rather than a rule of thumb.

Reviews from Google

What Kenyan Buyers Say

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"Exceptional and wonderful services. Quite knowledgeable and resourceful. The client relationship with these guys is quite commendable."

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2 weeks ago

"Best Services !Assured to deliver"

VICTOR OMONDI

5 months ago

"I would highly recommend them over and over again! Kiio from Tuminion was our guy and he gave us a great experience!"

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5 months ago

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Tell us the make, model, and year you want. We'll find it at auction, quote the exact KRA duty on it, and deliver it to Nairobi in 6–10 weeks.

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