2024 Changan CS55 PlusTrue Cost of Ownership in New Zealand
188 hp turbocharged inline-4. Full cost breakdown including import duty (5%), VAT (15%), insurance, fuel at NZ$1.5/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$22K
Base: $18K
Annual Total
$9K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$900
5% of base price
VAT
$3K
15% applied
Annual Insurance
$2K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$64K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 Changan CS55 Plus — Full Cost Breakdown in New Zealand
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $18K |
| Import Duty (5%) | $900 |
| VAT / Sales Tax (15%) | $3K |
| Total Purchase Price | $22K |
| Annual Insurance | $2K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $1K |
| Annual Maintenance | $1K |
| Annual Depreciation | $4K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $600 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $9K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $64K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.567 |
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 — New Zealand
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Annual Fuel Cost
$1,350
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$113
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
900L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$9.00
6L × NZ$1.50
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 New Zealand
How does the Changan CS55 Plus compare to similar cars available in New Zealand?
Changan
CS55 Plus
Base Price
$18K
Annual Cost in New Zealand
$9K
Toyota
Yaris
Base Price
$22K
Annual Cost in New Zealand
$4K
Honda
Fit
Base Price
$21K
Annual Cost in New Zealand
$4K
Hyundai
i20
Base Price
$20K
Annual Cost in New Zealand
$4K
Annual costs estimated for New Zealand market. Import duty (5%) and VAT (15%) applied to all models.
🇳🇿 Owning a Car in New Zealand
High fuel prices relative to income.
Moderate for New Zealand
Annual car costs = 20% of average New Zealand income ($42K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$42K
In New Zealand
Fuel Price
NZ$1.50/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$2K
Per year
Import Duty
5%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
15%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Left-hand
Oceania
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Changan CS55 Plus in New Zealand — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Changan CS55 Plus in New Zealand.
The 2024 Changan CS55 Plus has a base price of $18,000 USD. In New Zealand, after 5% import duty and 15% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $21,735 USD (NZ$21,735 NZD).