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Following her high-profile move from Spain, singer Shakira chose to bring her entire personal car collection with her. This complex decision reportedly resulted in a bill of about $15.2 million, as cited by entertainment outlets in late October 2025; however, no primary financial filings have verified the figure
Coverage attributes the total to shipping, logistics, and import-related fees rather than new purchases. She paid this to have her exact cars, including luxury sedans, high-performance SUVs, and even family vans, legally shipped to her new home in Miami.

For many finished vehicles imported after Apr 3, 2025, the U.S. applies a 25% additional tariff on top of the existing 2.5% passenger-car duty (27.5% total for affected countries), plus a 0.125% HMF and an MPF of 0.3464% that’s capped per entry.
The final cost included the 0.3464% Merchandise Processing Fee and the 0.125% Harbor Maintenance Fee. The rest paid for specialized container shipping, customs bonds, insurance, and secure, enclosed ground transport from the port to her garage.

Her 2024 Mercedes S 580 sedan led the shipment, a car known for its high-tech cabin featuring a 12.8-inch OLED screen. This luxury vehicle is powered by a 4.0-liter V8 biturbo engine with a 48-volt mild hybrid system, producing 496 horsepower and 516 pound-feet of torque.
She also imported her Mercedes AMG SL 55 roadster for open-air driving. That convertible uses a 469-horsepower 4.0-liter V8 and an AMG Speedshift 9-speed transmission.

The singer’s collection also includes high-tech SUVs. She transported her 2024 BMW X6 xDrive40i, which is known for its fastback roofline and large 14.9-inch BMW Curved Display. This model features the B58 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine, which produces 375 horsepower and 398 pound-feet of torque.
For more passenger space, she also shipped her Audi Q7 55 TFSI. This large family SUV features the 12.3-inch Virtual Cockpit display and is powered by a 3.0-liter V6 engine, making 335 horsepower.

Her garage also features modern electric technology. She shipped her Tesla Model S Dual Motor, Tesla Model S Dual Motor (AWD), which is rated up to an EPA-estimated 410 miles.
Alongside it, she brought her Audi A7 55 TFSI. Audi A7 55 TFSI features dual MMI touch displays (10.1-in upper, 8.6-in lower) plus a 12.3-in Virtual Cockpit instrument cluster.

One car was missing from the shipment. In late 2024, Shakira gave away her custom purple Lamborghini Urus to promote her “Soltera” song. The winner, Michael Mejía, reported in February 2025 that he had to sell it.
Although Shakira provided $90,000, Mejía faced an immediate $95,000 federal tax bill and $2,000 monthly insurance payments. He said he was spending around $70 in gasoline every two days, alongside about $95,000 in federal taxes and roughly $2,000 per month for insurance.

Returning to the cars that did make the move, the shipment also included her 2015 Mercedes SLK 250. This is a compact, two-seat hardtop convertible. It is known for its “Magic Sky Control” electrochromic roof, a glass panel that can transition from dark to clear with the press of a button.
A 1.8-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine powers the car. This efficient engine produces 201 horsepower and 229 pound-feet of torque, which is sent to the rear wheels via a 7G-Tronic automatic transmission.

For off-road driving, Shakira also imported her four-door Jeep Wrangler. This vehicle is ideally suited for the Florida sun, thanks to its famous removable doors and roof. It is powered by the 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 engine, which produces 285 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque.
For capability, it features the Command Trac 4×4 system, a high-performance suspension, and protective steel skid plates. Its interior is designed to be rugged and water-resistant, fitting its adventurous image.

Also included in the high-cost move was a classic Mini Cooper. This compact two-door car is renowned for its compact size, making it easy to navigate city traffic. Hers is a convertible model, famous for its retro styling, round headlights, and colorful ambient interior lighting.
It is powered by a 1.5-liter three-cylinder B38 engine using TwinPower Turbo technology. The dashboard features a central 8.8-inch circular touchscreen for its infotainment computer system.

Among the luxury cars, Shakira also paid to ship her SEAT Leon. This is a practical four-door car from a Spanish brand owned by Volkswagen. The vehicle is not sold in the United States, meaning it had to be “federalized.”
The permanent import of a newer EU-market Leon typically requires Registered Importer FMVSS/EPA compliance (or waiting until it is 25 years old). Costs vary and can be substantial; no reliable confirmation that she imported a Leon to Florida.

The singer also moved her Volkswagen California T6 Ocean campervan. This minivan is designed for family trips and was often used for outings in Spain. It features an electro-hydraulic pop-up roof, creating additional space for sleeping.
It has a full kitchenette with a two-burner gas stove, a sink, and a 1.5 cubic foot refrigerator. The front seats are designed to swivel 180 degrees to face a folding table, making it an efficient part of her collection.
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The purple Lamborghini Urus she gave away has become a major collector’s item. A 2024 Urus has a base price of around $241,843, but its celebrity ownership changed its value. The fan who won the 641-horsepower SUV received huge offers for the car.
Reports in February 2025 confirmed he was offered between $700,000 and $800,000. This increase aligns with auction data, which shows that cars owned by major celebrities can often sell for 3 to 4 times their normal market value.
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