2022 BMW i3True Cost of Ownership in Hong Kong
170 hp all-electric. Full cost breakdown including import duty (115%), VAT (0%), insurance, fuel at HK$2.2/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$97K
Base: $45K
Annual Total
$23K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$52K
115% of base price
VAT
$0
0% applied
Annual Insurance
$2K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$211K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2022 BMW i3 — Full Cost Breakdown in Hong Kong
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $45K |
| Import Duty (115%) | $52K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (0%) | $0 |
| Total Purchase Price | $97K |
| Annual Insurance | $2K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $0 |
| Annual Maintenance | $2K |
| Annual Depreciation | $13K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $6K |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $23K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $211K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $1.525 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
BMW i3 Fuel Cost Calculator — Hong Kong
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⚡ Electric Vehicle
The BMW i3 runs on electricity. No fuel costs apply. Charging costs vary by electricity tariff in Hong Kong.
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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 Hong Kong
How does the BMW i3 compare to similar cars available in Hong Kong?
BMW
i3
Base Price
$45K
Annual Cost in Hong Kong
$23K
Tesla
Model 3
Base Price
$42K
Annual Cost in Hong Kong
$5K
Hyundai
IONIQ 6
Base Price
$39K
Annual Cost in Hong Kong
$5K
BMW
i4
Base Price
$56K
Annual Cost in Hong Kong
$8K
Annual costs estimated for Hong Kong market. Import duty (115%) and VAT (0%) applied to all models.
🇭🇰 Owning a Car in Hong Kong
First registration tax up to 115%. Fuel ~HK$20/L.
Expensive for Hong Kong
Annual car costs = 48% of average Hong Kong income ($48K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$48K
In Hong Kong
Fuel Price
HK$2.20/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$2K
Per year
Import Duty
115%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
0%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Left-hand
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BMW i3 in Hong Kong — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a BMW i3 in Hong Kong.
The 2022 BMW i3 has a base price of $45,000 USD. In Hong Kong, after 115% import duty and 0% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $96,750 USD (HK$96,750 HKD).