2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SSTrue Cost of Ownership in Kenya
205 hp supercharged inline-4. Full cost breakdown including import duty (25%), VAT (16%), insurance, fuel at KSh1.35/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$23K
Base: $16K
Annual Total
$8K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$4K
25% of base price
VAT
$3K
16% applied
Annual Insurance
$750
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$63K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS — Full Cost Breakdown in Kenya
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $16K |
| Import Duty (25%) | $4K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (16%) | $3K |
| Total Purchase Price | $23K |
| Annual Insurance | $750 |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $2K |
| Annual Maintenance | $1K |
| Annual Depreciation | $4K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $300 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $8K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $63K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.529 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Chevrolet Cobalt SS Fuel Cost Calculator — Kenya
Adjust your annual mileage and local fuel price to calculate your exact fuel costs.
Adjust Your Usage
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,025
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$169
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,500L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$13.50
10L × KSh1.35
Chevrolet Cobalt SS Depreciation Curve
The Chevrolet Cobalt SS loses approximately $8K (50%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $16K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $12K | 78% |
| Year 2 | $11K | 68% |
| Year 3 | $10K | 60% |
| Year 4 | $9K | 54% |
| Year 5 | $8K | 50% |
Depreciation based on sports segment averages.
Chevrolet Cobalt SS vs. Competitors in Kenya
How does the Chevrolet Cobalt SS compare to similar cars available in Kenya?
Chevrolet
Cobalt SS
Base Price
$16K
Annual Cost in Kenya
$8K
Porsche
718 Cayman
Base Price
$65K
Annual Cost in Kenya
$14K
BMW
M2
Base Price
$63K
Annual Cost in Kenya
$14K
Toyota
GR86
Base Price
$30K
Annual Cost in Kenya
$8K
Annual costs estimated for Kenya market. Import duty (25%) and VAT (16%) applied to all models.
🇰🇪 Owning a Car in Kenya
Used Japanese imports dominate market.
Very Expensive for Kenya
Annual car costs = 361% of average Kenya income ($2K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$2K
In Kenya
Fuel Price
KSh1.35/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$750
Per year
Import Duty
25%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
16%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Left-hand
Africa
Popular Car Brands in Kenya
Chevrolet Cobalt SS in Kenya — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Chevrolet Cobalt SS in Kenya.
The 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS has a base price of $16,000 USD. In Kenya, after 25% import duty and 16% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $23,200 USD (KSh23,200 KES).