Mercedes-Benz E-Class (E350 / E300) 2016 clearing cost in Nigeria
Customs duty, levies and VAT on a used 2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class (E350 / E300) (3.5L V6 (E350), petrol), worked out at today's exchange rate.
| Import duty 20% of CIF | ₦3,410,829 |
|---|---|
| Surcharge 7% of import duty | ₦238,758 |
| NAC levy 5% of CIF (used vehicle) | ₦852,707 |
| Green tax 2% of CIF | ₦341,083 |
| ECOWAS levy (ETLS) 0.5% of CIF | ₦85,271 |
| FOB charge 4% of FOB | ₦682,166 |
| VAT 7.5% of CIF + duties and levies | ₦1,648,709 |
| Total customs charges | ₦7,259,523 |
| Car value + customs charges | ₦24,313,666 |
Its 3.5L V6 (E350) engine (3,498 cc) attracts the 2% green tax introduced on 1 July 2026, which adds ₦341,083 here. The 2016 example uses a CIF value of $12,800: an estimate for a clean used example plus about $1,600 freight and insurance to Lagos. Your invoice, the car's condition and Customs' own valuation set the real figure.
If your E-Class (E350 / E300) costs more or less
| CIF value | Amount | Customs charges |
|---|---|---|
| Lower value | $9,600 | ₦5,444,641 |
| Typical | $12,800 | ₦7,259,523 |
| Higher value | $16,000 | ₦9,074,404 |
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Get my clearing quotesOther Mercedes-Benz E-Class (E350 / E300) years
| Model year | Example CIF | Customs charges |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class (E350 / E300) | $9,500 | ₦5,387,926 |
| 2015 Mercedes-Benz E-Class (E350 / E300) | $11,000 | ₦6,238,653 |
| 2016 (this page) | $12,800 | ₦7,259,523 |
| 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class (E350 / E300) | $15,000 | ₦8,077,569 |
| 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class (E350 / E300) | $17,500 | ₦9,423,829 |
| 2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class (E350 / E300) | $20,600 | ₦11,093,194 |
| 2020 Mercedes-Benz E-Class (E350 / E300) | $24,200 | ₦13,031,811 |
| 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class (E350 / E300) | $28,500 | ₦15,347,381 |
| 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class (E350 / E300) | $33,600 | ₦18,093,753 |
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Can a 2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class (E350 / E300) still be imported?
Nigeria prohibits used vehicles more than 12 years old from their year of manufacture, so a car built in 2016 can be imported until the end of 2028. Customs goes by the year of manufacture on the VIN, which can be a year earlier than the model year.
Common questions
How much is customs duty on a 2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class (E350 / E300) in Nigeria?
On a CIF value of about $12,800, customs duty, surcharge, NAC levy, green tax, ETLS, FOB charge and VAT total about ₦7,259,523 at ₦1,332.35 to $1. A cheaper or dearer car changes this in proportion.
Can I still import a 2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class (E350 / E300) into Nigeria?
Nigeria prohibits used vehicles more than 12 years old from their year of manufacture, so a car built in 2016 can be imported until the end of 2028. Customs goes by the year of manufacture on the VIN, which can be a year earlier than the model year.
What else do I pay to clear a 2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class (E350 / E300)?
Terminal and shipping-line charges, storage if the car stays past its free days, and the clearing agent's fee. Agents quote these together.
Rates reviewed 18 October 2026. See how car clearing costs are worked out or browse all models.
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