2023 Acura MDX Type STrue Cost of Ownership in Malaysia
355 hp turbocharged V6. Full cost breakdown including import duty (30%), VAT (6%), insurance, fuel at RM0.52/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$94K
Base: $68K
Annual Total
$17K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$20K
30% of base price
VAT
$5K
6% applied
Annual Insurance
$950
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$180K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2023 Acura MDX Type S — Full Cost Breakdown in Malaysia
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $68K |
| Import Duty (30%) | $20K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (6%) | $5K |
| Total Purchase Price | $94K |
| Annual Insurance | $950 |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $858 |
| Annual Maintenance | $1K |
| Annual Depreciation | $14K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $700 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $17K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $180K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $1.155 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Acura MDX Type S Fuel Cost Calculator — Malaysia
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Annual Fuel Cost
$858
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$72
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,650L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$5.72
11L × RM0.52
Acura MDX Type S Depreciation Curve
The Acura MDX Type S loses approximately $33K (49%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $68K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $54K | 80% |
| Year 2 | $48K | 70% |
| Year 3 | $42K | 62% |
| Year 4 | $38K | 56% |
| Year 5 | $35K | 51% |
Depreciation based on suv segment averages.
Acura MDX Type S vs. Competitors in Malaysia
How does the Acura MDX Type S compare to similar cars available in Malaysia?
Acura
MDX Type S
Base Price
$68K
Annual Cost in Malaysia
$17K
Toyota
RAV4
Base Price
$32K
Annual Cost in Malaysia
$8K
Honda
CR-V
Base Price
$31K
Annual Cost in Malaysia
$7K
Mazda
CX-5
Base Price
$30K
Annual Cost in Malaysia
$7K
Annual costs estimated for Malaysia market. Import duty (30%) and VAT (6%) applied to all models.
🇲🇾 Owning a Car in Malaysia
Heavily subsidized fuel. Proton/Perodua cheap.
Very Expensive for Malaysia
Annual car costs = 144% of average Malaysia income ($12K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$12K
In Malaysia
Fuel Price
RM0.52/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$950
Per year
Import Duty
30%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
6%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Left-hand
Asia
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Acura MDX Type S in Malaysia — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Acura MDX Type S in Malaysia.
The 2023 Acura MDX Type S has a base price of $68,000 USD. In Malaysia, after 30% import duty and 6% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $93,704 USD (RM93,704 MYR).