Daihatsu Mira e:S L SA III 2025 Import Tax in Sri Lanka

Ranked #9 among the most imported vehicles in Sri Lanka in 2025, the Daihatsu Mira e:S L SA III has carved out a loyal following among budget-conscious buyers and first-time car owners. Its 658cc petrol engine places it firmly in the kei car category, which attracts some of the most favourable import duty rates available for passenger cars under Sri Lanka's HS Code 8703.21. With a FOB price of approximately LKR 2,380,000 and a CIF value of LKR 2,520,000, buyers should be prepared for total taxes of LKR 3,750,290 bringing the all-in import cost to around LKR 6,270,290. That figure represents an effective tax rate of 148.8% on CIF, which, while substantial, is considerably lower than what applies to larger-engined vehicles. The tax structure is dominated by Excise Duty at LKR 1,908,200, followed by VAT at LKR 956,485, with Customs Import Duty and Surcharge contributing LKR 504,000 and LKR 252,000 respectively. Luxury Tax, PAL, CESS, and SSCL do not apply, keeping the total burden in check. An estimated 986 units were registered in 2025, reflecting strong and sustained demand. Fuel economy exceeding 33 km/L makes running costs especially attractive given Sri Lanka's fuel prices, reinforcing the Mira e:S as a practical long-term ownership choice.