Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 2018 clearing cost in Nigeria
Customs duty, levies and VAT on a used 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 (3.5L V6, petrol), worked out at today's exchange rate.
| Import duty 20% of CIF | ₦5,462,655 |
|---|---|
| Surcharge 7% of import duty | ₦382,386 |
| NAC levy 5% of CIF (used vehicle) | ₦1,365,664 |
| Green tax 2% of CIF | ₦546,266 |
| ECOWAS levy (ETLS) 0.5% of CIF | ₦136,566 |
| FOB charge 4% of FOB | ₦1,092,531 |
| VAT 7.5% of CIF + duties and levies | ₦2,640,511 |
| Total customs charges | ₦11,626,579 |
| Car value + customs charges | ₦38,939,855 |
Its 3.5L V6 engine (3,498 cc) attracts the 2% green tax introduced on 1 July 2026, which adds ₦546,266 here. The 2018 example uses a CIF value of $20,500: 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 GLE 350 costs more or less
| CIF value | Amount | Customs charges |
|---|---|---|
| Lower value | $15,400 | ₦8,734,112 |
| Typical | $20,500 | ₦11,626,579 |
| Higher value | $25,600 | ₦14,519,044 |
Shipping a 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350? Licensed agents will quote your full landed cost, port and agent charges included.
Get my clearing quotesOther Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 years
| Model year | Example CIF | Customs charges |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 | $14,900 | ₦8,450,538 |
| 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 | $17,500 | ₦9,925,128 |
| 2018 (this page) | $20,500 | ₦11,626,579 |
| 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 | $24,100 | ₦13,668,320 |
| 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 | $28,400 | ₦15,293,528 |
| 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 | $33,500 | ₦18,039,903 |
| 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 | $39,600 | ₦21,324,781 |
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- 2018 Acura MDX₦10,662,424
- 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300₦8,346,821
Can a 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 still be imported?
Nigeria prohibits used vehicles more than 12 years old from their year of manufacture, so a car built in 2018 can be imported until the end of 2030. 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 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 in Nigeria?
On a CIF value of about $20,500, customs duty, surcharge, NAC levy, green tax, ETLS, FOB charge and VAT total about ₦11,626,579 at ₦1,332.35 to $1. A cheaper or dearer car changes this in proportion.
Can I still import a 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 into Nigeria?
Nigeria prohibits used vehicles more than 12 years old from their year of manufacture, so a car built in 2018 can be imported until the end of 2030. 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 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350?
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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