Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 2020 clearing cost in Nigeria
Customs duty, levies and VAT on a used 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 (2.0L turbo 4-cylinder, petrol), worked out at today's exchange rate.
| Import duty 20% of CIF | ₦7,567,776 |
|---|---|
| Surcharge 7% of import duty | ₦529,744 |
| NAC levy 5% of CIF (used vehicle) | ₦1,891,944 |
| Green tax 0% (under 2,000cc or EV) | ₦0 |
| ECOWAS levy (ETLS) 0.5% of CIF | ₦189,194 |
| FOB charge 4% of FOB | ₦1,513,555 |
| VAT 7.5% of CIF + duties and levies | ₦3,601,315 |
| Total customs charges | ₦15,293,528 |
| Car value + customs charges | ₦53,132,408 |
Its 2.0L turbo 4-cylinder engine (1,991 cc) is under 2,000cc, so no green tax applies. The 2020 example uses a CIF value of $28,400: 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 | $21,300 | ₦11,470,147 |
| Typical | $28,400 | ₦15,293,528 |
| Higher value | $35,500 | ₦19,116,911 |
Shipping a 2020 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 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 | $20,500 | ₦11,626,579 |
| 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 | $24,100 | ₦13,668,320 |
| 2020 (this page) | $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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- 2020 Acura MDX₦14,405,615
- 2020 Mercedes-Benz C300₦11,523,998
Can a 2020 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 2020 can be imported until the end of 2032. 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 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 in Nigeria?
On a CIF value of about $28,400, customs duty, surcharge, NAC levy, green tax, ETLS, FOB charge and VAT total about ₦15,293,528 at ₦1,332.35 to $1. A cheaper or dearer car changes this in proportion.
Can I still import a 2020 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 2020 can be imported until the end of 2032. 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 2020 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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