2022 BMW i3True Cost of Ownership in Argentina
170 hp all-electric. Full cost breakdown including import duty (35%), VAT (21%), insurance, fuel at $0.65/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$74K
Base: $45K
Annual Total
$15K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$16K
35% of base price
VAT
$13K
21% applied
Annual Insurance
$1K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$149K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2022 BMW i3 — Full Cost Breakdown in Argentina
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $45K |
| Import Duty (35%) | $16K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (21%) | $13K |
| Total Purchase Price | $74K |
| Annual Insurance | $1K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $0 |
| Annual Maintenance | $986 |
| Annual Depreciation | $13K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $450 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $15K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $149K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $1.012 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
BMW i3 Fuel Cost Calculator — Argentina
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⚡ Electric Vehicle
The BMW i3 runs on electricity. No fuel costs apply. Charging costs vary by electricity tariff in Argentina.
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BMW i3 Depreciation Curve
The BMW i3 loses approximately $26K (57%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $45K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $32K | 72% |
| Year 2 | $28K | 62% |
| Year 3 | $24K | 54% |
| Year 4 | $22K | 48% |
| Year 5 | $19K | 43% |
Depreciation based on electric segment averages.
BMW i3 vs. Competitors in Argentina
How does the BMW i3 compare to similar cars available in Argentina?
BMW
i3
Base Price
$45K
Annual Cost in Argentina
$15K
Tesla
Model 3
Base Price
$42K
Annual Cost in Argentina
$5K
Hyundai
IONIQ 6
Base Price
$39K
Annual Cost in Argentina
$5K
BMW
i4
Base Price
$56K
Annual Cost in Argentina
$8K
Annual costs estimated for Argentina market. Import duty (35%) and VAT (21%) applied to all models.
🇦🇷 Owning a Car in Argentina
Inflation makes costs volatile.
Very Expensive for Argentina
Annual car costs = 138% of average Argentina income ($11K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$11K
In Argentina
Fuel Price
$0.65/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$1K
Per year
Import Duty
35%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
21%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
South America
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BMW i3 in Argentina — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a BMW i3 in Argentina.
The 2022 BMW i3 has a base price of $45,000 USD. In Argentina, after 35% import duty and 21% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $73,508 USD ($73,508 ARS).