2020 BMW i8True Cost of Ownership in Switzerland
369 hp plug-in hybrid. Full cost breakdown including import duty (6.5%), VAT (7.7%), insurance, fuel at Fr1.6/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$172K
Base: $150K
Annual Total
$47K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$10K
6.5% of base price
VAT
$12K
7.7% applied
Annual Insurance
$2K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$406K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2020 BMW i8 — Full Cost Breakdown in Switzerland
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $150K |
| Import Duty (6.5%) | $10K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (7.7%) | $12K |
| Total Purchase Price | $172K |
| Annual Insurance | $2K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $0 |
| Annual Maintenance | $2K |
| Annual Depreciation | $42K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $800 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $47K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $406K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $3.113 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
BMW i8 Fuel Cost Calculator — Switzerland
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⚡ Electric Vehicle
The BMW i8 runs on electricity. No fuel costs apply. Charging costs vary by electricity tariff in Switzerland.
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BMW i8 Depreciation Curve
The BMW i8 loses approximately $86K (57%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $150K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $108K | 72% |
| Year 2 | $93K | 62% |
| Year 3 | $81K | 54% |
| Year 4 | $72K | 48% |
| Year 5 | $65K | 43% |
Depreciation based on electric segment averages.
BMW i8 vs. Competitors in Switzerland
How does the BMW i8 compare to similar cars available in Switzerland?
BMW
i8
Base Price
$150K
Annual Cost in Switzerland
$47K
Tesla
Model 3
Base Price
$42K
Annual Cost in Switzerland
$5K
Hyundai
IONIQ 6
Base Price
$39K
Annual Cost in Switzerland
$5K
BMW
i4
Base Price
$56K
Annual Cost in Switzerland
$8K
Annual costs estimated for Switzerland market. Import duty (6.5%) and VAT (7.7%) applied to all models.
🇨🇭 Owning a Car in Switzerland
High insurance and fuel costs.
Expensive for Switzerland
Annual car costs = 55% of average Switzerland income ($85K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$85K
In Switzerland
Fuel Price
Fr1.60/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$2K
Per year
Import Duty
6.5%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
7.7%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
Europe
Popular Car Brands in Switzerland
BMW i8 in Switzerland — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a BMW i8 in Switzerland.
The 2020 BMW i8 has a base price of $150,000 USD. In Switzerland, after 6.5% import duty and 7.7% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $172,051 USD (Fr172,051 CHF).