2024 Ford Transit ConnectTrue Cost of Ownership in Kenya
162 hp turbocharged inline-4, popular compact van. Full cost breakdown including import duty (25%), VAT (16%), insurance, fuel at KSh1.35/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$41K
Base: $28K
Annual Total
$8K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$7K
25% of base price
VAT
$6K
16% applied
Annual Insurance
$750
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$82K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 Ford Transit Connect — Full Cost Breakdown in Kenya
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $28K |
| Import Duty (25%) | $7K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (16%) | $6K |
| Total Purchase Price | $41K |
| Annual Insurance | $750 |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $1K |
| Annual Maintenance | $482 |
| Annual Depreciation | $6K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $300 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $8K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $82K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.556 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Ford Transit Connect Fuel Cost Calculator — Kenya
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Annual Fuel Cost
$1,215
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$101
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
900L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$8.10
6L × KSh1.35
Ford Transit Connect Depreciation Curve
The Ford Transit Connect loses approximately $14K (49%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $28K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $22K | 80% |
| Year 2 | $20K | 70% |
| Year 3 | $17K | 62% |
| Year 4 | $16K | 56% |
| Year 5 | $14K | 51% |
Depreciation based on economy segment averages.
Ford Transit Connect vs. Competitors in Kenya
How does the Ford Transit Connect compare to similar cars available in Kenya?
Ford
Transit Connect
Base Price
$28K
Annual Cost in Kenya
$8K
Toyota
Yaris
Base Price
$22K
Annual Cost in Kenya
$4K
Honda
Fit
Base Price
$21K
Annual Cost in Kenya
$4K
Hyundai
i20
Base Price
$20K
Annual Cost in Kenya
$4K
Annual costs estimated for Kenya market. Import duty (25%) and VAT (16%) applied to all models.
🇰🇪 Owning a Car in Kenya
Used Japanese imports dominate market.
Very Expensive for Kenya
Annual car costs = 379% of average Kenya income ($2K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$2K
In Kenya
Fuel Price
KSh1.35/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$750
Per year
Import Duty
25%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
16%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Left-hand
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Ford Transit Connect in Kenya — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Ford Transit Connect in Kenya.
The 2024 Ford Transit Connect has a base price of $28,000 USD. In Kenya, after 25% import duty and 16% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $40,600 USD (KSh40,600 KES).