2024 Seres SF5True Cost of Ownership in Kenya
551 hp hybrid. Full cost breakdown including import duty (25%), VAT (16%), insurance, fuel at KSh1.35/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$58K
Base: $40K
Annual Total
$13K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$10K
25% of base price
VAT
$8K
16% applied
Annual Insurance
$750
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$122K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 Seres SF5 — 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) | $40K |
| Import Duty (25%) | $10K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (16%) | $8K |
| Total Purchase Price | $58K |
| Annual Insurance | $750 |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $0 |
| Annual Maintenance | $643 |
| Annual Depreciation | $11K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $300 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $13K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $122K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.860 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
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⚡ Electric Vehicle
The Seres SF5 runs on electricity. No fuel costs apply. Charging costs vary by electricity tariff in Kenya.
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Electric vehicle — no gasoline required
Seres SF5 Depreciation Curve
The Seres SF5 loses approximately $23K (57%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $40K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $29K | 72% |
| Year 2 | $25K | 62% |
| Year 3 | $22K | 54% |
| Year 4 | $19K | 48% |
| Year 5 | $17K | 43% |
Depreciation based on electric segment averages.
Seres SF5 vs. Competitors in Kenya
How does the Seres SF5 compare to similar cars available in Kenya?
Seres
SF5
Base Price
$40K
Annual Cost in Kenya
$13K
Tesla
Model 3
Base Price
$42K
Annual Cost in Kenya
$5K
Hyundai
IONIQ 6
Base Price
$39K
Annual Cost in Kenya
$5K
BMW
i4
Base Price
$56K
Annual Cost in Kenya
$8K
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 = 586% 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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Seres SF5 in Kenya — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Seres SF5 in Kenya.
The 2024 Seres SF5 has a base price of $40,000 USD. In Kenya, after 25% import duty and 16% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $58,000 USD (KSh58,000 KES).