2024 Changan CS55 PlusTrue Cost of Ownership in Argentina
188 hp turbocharged inline-4. Full cost breakdown including import duty (35%), VAT (21%), insurance, fuel at $0.65/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$29K
Base: $18K
Annual Total
$7K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$6K
35% of base price
VAT
$5K
21% applied
Annual Insurance
$1K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$62K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 Changan CS55 Plus — 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) | $18K |
| Import Duty (35%) | $6K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (21%) | $5K |
| Total Purchase Price | $29K |
| Annual Insurance | $1K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $585 |
| Annual Maintenance | $739 |
| Annual Depreciation | $4K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $450 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $7K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $62K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.435 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Changan CS55 Plus Fuel Cost Calculator — Argentina
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Annual Fuel Cost
$585
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$49
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
900L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$3.90
6L × $0.65
Changan CS55 Plus Depreciation Curve
The Changan CS55 Plus loses approximately $9K (49%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $18K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $14K | 80% |
| Year 2 | $13K | 70% |
| Year 3 | $11K | 62% |
| Year 4 | $10K | 56% |
| Year 5 | $9K | 51% |
Depreciation based on economy segment averages.
Changan CS55 Plus vs. Competitors in Argentina
How does the Changan CS55 Plus compare to similar cars available in Argentina?
Changan
CS55 Plus
Base Price
$18K
Annual Cost in Argentina
$7K
Toyota
Yaris
Base Price
$22K
Annual Cost in Argentina
$4K
Honda
Fit
Base Price
$21K
Annual Cost in Argentina
$4K
Hyundai
i20
Base Price
$20K
Annual Cost in Argentina
$4K
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.
Expensive for Argentina
Annual car costs = 59% 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
Popular Car Brands in Argentina
Changan CS55 Plus in Argentina — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Changan CS55 Plus in Argentina.
The 2024 Changan CS55 Plus has a base price of $18,000 USD. In Argentina, after 35% import duty and 21% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $29,403 USD ($29,403 ARS).