Kenya's Average Vehicle Price Rises to KSh 1.37 Million in 2026, Jiji Data Shows
Data from Jiji Kenya shows that the average vehicle listing price in Kenya has surged from KSh 797,000 in 2024 to KSh 1.37 million in 2026. The report highlights a significant price gap between locally used and imported vehicles.
Why it matters
Rising vehicle costs reflect broader inflationary pressures and changing economic dynamics in the Kenyan automotive market.
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Elijah Ntongai is an experienced editor at TUKO.co.ke, with more than four years in financial, business, labour and technology research and reporting. His work provides valuable insights into Kenyan, African, and global trends.
Kenya's vehicle market has crossed a significant pricing threshold, with average listing prices on Jiji Kenya rising from approximately KSh 797,000 in 2024 to KSh 1.37 million in 2026, according to new data released by the platform.
Picture of a couple choosing a car at a showroom used for illustration. Photo: Luis Alvarez. Source: Getty Images The figures point to a pronounced shift in market dynamics over just two years, with buyers now facing considerably higher entry costs when purchasing a vehicle.
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