2025 Lexus ISTrue Cost of Ownership in Kenya
241 hp turbocharged inline-4, compact luxury sedan. Full cost breakdown including import duty (25%), VAT (16%), insurance, fuel at KSh1.35/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$61K
Base: $42K
Annual Total
$16K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$11K
25% of base price
VAT
$8K
16% applied
Annual Insurance
$750
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$142K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2025 Lexus IS — 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) | $42K |
| Import Duty (25%) | $11K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (16%) | $8K |
| Total Purchase Price | $61K |
| Annual Insurance | $750 |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $2K |
| Annual Maintenance | $2K |
| Annual Depreciation | $11K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $300 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $16K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $142K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $1.075 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Lexus IS Fuel Cost Calculator — Kenya
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Annual Fuel Cost
$2,430
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$203
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,800L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$16.20
12L × KSh1.35
Lexus IS Depreciation Curve
The Lexus IS loses approximately $23K (54%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $42K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $32K | 75% |
| Year 2 | $27K | 65% |
| Year 3 | $24K | 57% |
| Year 4 | $21K | 51% |
| Year 5 | $19K | 46% |
Depreciation based on luxury segment averages.
Lexus IS vs. Competitors in Kenya
How does the Lexus IS compare to similar cars available in Kenya?
Lexus
IS
Base Price
$42K
Annual Cost in Kenya
$16K
BMW
3 Series
Base Price
$45K
Annual Cost in Kenya
$12K
Mercedes-Benz
C-Class
Base Price
$47K
Annual Cost in Kenya
$13K
Audi
A4
Base Price
$44K
Annual Cost in Kenya
$12K
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 = 733% 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
Africa
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Lexus IS in Kenya — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Lexus IS in Kenya.
The 2025 Lexus IS has a base price of $42,000 USD. In Kenya, after 25% import duty and 16% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $60,900 USD (KSh60,900 KES).